Wordless Wednesday:POPCORN!!!

After seeing this guy and his friends going nuts for Popcorn (I sure hope there weren’t kernels in those pieces!) at the Navy Pier in Chicago, I “named” him Popcorn. Of course, after taking the picture, I had to make a run for it because the seagulls kept diving to get goodies dropped on the […]

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Christmas in July with Storkie.com!

With all the talk of Christmas in July, not only can you think about specials and sales but it also makes you think about Christmas cards, decorating and more. Growing up, I was always excited to see what Christmas cards were coming in and to help decorate in anyway I could. I loved being able […]

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Enjoy Summer with Crystal Light Mocktails!

Summer is here and with that comes many fun times to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather with friends and family. We had an incredible get together for the 4th of July and got to enjoy the time outside, grilling, and laying out to watch the fireworks go off. Being an expectant mom, obviously, […]

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Stand

There’s alot of people having struggles right now and I just felt the need to share this song… You feel like a candle in a hurricane Just like a picture with a broken frame Alone and helpless Like you’ve lost your fight But you’ll be alright, you’ll be alright [Chorus:] Cause when push comes to […]

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Why a Home Warranty is a Must

With the growth of our family, we’ve began to talk about everything that would be involved in moving to a larger apartment or even, the move to a house. When you think about buying your first home, there are many things that go into owning a home and protecting your home. Living in Iowa, insurance […]

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Boys or Girls?

It is hard for me to believe I am almost 8 weeks pregnant. Of course, in a few weeks it will turn to, are we there yet? In a few weeks, I plan to take a gender prediction test before we have the ultimate ultrasound showing what babies are. But to have some fun, I […]

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Thank a Soldier This 4th of July

May each and every one of you have a fun and safe 4th of July! And please take the time today to thank our soldiers and their family that have given us the freedoms we have today. An Army carry team moves a transfer case containing the remains of Capt. Matthew G. Nielson Saturday, July […]

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Sunday Stroll:Weekly Giveaway Linky 7/3

The Sunday Stroll is a weekly meme allowing blog owners to post and share their current blog contests via linky. By doing so, more readers have the chance of coming to check out your contest and sponsor! This linky is not meant for companies, affiliate links, etc. This is for actual contests to enter. Anything […]

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Free Queso and Chips!

With the holiday weekend here, what a perfect time to head over to Chili’s and enjoy some good food with family and friends. Right now, by signing up for their e-mail club, you can receive a printable coupon for Free Skillet of Queso and Chips! Sign up for the Chili’s e-mail club and enjoy a […]

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Is this real?

Hi members of Lily-pad. Be sure to leave a comment.   I am still in shell shock. If you by chance saw our Wordless Wednesday, we received big news on Tuesday. TWINS. Now to give an idea, I stopped taking birth control last August because of the health issues and I just figured, I’d rather […]

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