All posts by Anne Younger

Anne is a 30-something full-time SAHM mom of 5 ranging from 3 to 17 and grandma of 1 who resides in Ashwaubenon (Green Bay) Wisconsin. She started blogging in 2008 as a way to regain her sanity. She enjoys coffee, chocolate, cheeseburgers and vodka along with spending time with her husband and kids.

Make A Splash with Nature’s Harvest®

Summer has officially arrived here in Wisconsin, the kids are done with school (with the exception of their fun summer school classes), their soccer seasons are in full swing and everything has gotten off to a great start.

Last week, just 2 days after the kids finished up their school year, we loaded up the minivan and made our way up to Door County for some fun in the sun. Our day was filled with some sightseeing, swimming, sandwiches, snacks, and ice cream.

After a quick trip to the store, we had everything we needed to pack up the perfect picnic lunch!

Thanks to our friends at Nature’s Harvest®, we were able to make some delicious sandwiches for everyone to enjoy, including some PB & Jellyfish and ham & cheese sammies for the kiddos cut out into cute shapes of whales and seashells. As a mom, I love Nature’s Harvest® bread for the kids, and our entire family, because they are delicious and packed with whole grains!

As an added bonus, Nature’s Harvest® breads currently feature my favorite little fish, Dory , on them as well as other characters from Disney • Pixar’s “Finding Dory,” which hits theaters TODAY!

Of course, since we were headed to the beach and a picnic lunch at that, we didn’t get real creative with our sandwiches but Alex, of course, piled ours high with lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and sprouts which made for a delicious club sandwich.

We all enjoyed our lunch but I think Joey enjoyed his most of all. He just loved that he got to eat a sammie that looked like a whale! He had a lot of fun making the whales talk to one another.

Enter the Make A Splash with Whole Grains Sweepstakes

You can enter the Make A Splash with Whole Grains Sweepstakes by visiting the Nature’s Harvest® Facebook page for a chance to win weekly prizes, including movie tickets, autographed posters and more. No purchase necessary. See official rules here.

By creating a Nature’s Harvest® bread sandwich recipe inspired by the movie, “Finding Dory,” you can e join the fun and enter the sweepstakes. Whether you cut it in the shape of a fish, use Dory-inspired ingredients, or give it a fun, fishy name, we want to see your fin-tastic creations!

Just remember…..fish are friends, be sure to keep your sandwiches fish friendly!

Of course, we took Dory to the beach with us!

 

Gift Dad #GearVR from Best Buy for Father’s Day

If you have a dad in your family that loves technology then you are going to want to get to Best Buy and snag the Gear VR from Samsung Mobile.

Mobile virtual reality has finally arrived and it’s time to let dad be at the center of exciting games, watch the best of Hollywood in his own private cinema, socialize with friends, and so much more.  

The Samsung Gear VR drops you right in the action — and it’s only from Samsung and Oculus.

Ever since Alex saw an article about the fact that virtual reality gear now exsists, he has wanted one. We’ve even watched quite a few videos on YouTube of different people using them and sharing their experiences.

I’m thinking Father’s Day might just be the perfect time to surprise him with one!

Save Big at Best Buy

Now through June 18th, you can get FREE Samsung Gear VR, plus $50 of Virtual Reality content with purchase, or lease, and activation of select Samsung Smartphones!

Do you have Gear VR? What do you think of this great advance in technology?

Super Sexy Lingerie- Feeling Beautiful Inside!

There is something about super sexy lingerie that amplifies a woman’s sex appeal a million times. Lingerie styles set trends in the arena of body image. Romantic nights are incomplete without a wardrobe of super sexy lingerie. Whether you are trying to bring romance into your life, or up your game of seduction, every strategy will revolve around a piece of super sexy lingerie. 

Super sexy lingerie items do not only highlight a woman’s beautiful body and feminine charm, they also add to her confidence by making her feel sexier and more powerful. A woman should invest in good lingerie because it will make her feel feminine and beautiful on the inside and sexy and confident on the outside. That apart, well-fitted lingerie adds to the over all look of any ensemble. These days, when lingerie-inspired clothing is a rage, it has become all the more important to invest in super sexy lingerie pieces. We have all come across instances when a perfectly beautiful dress was ruined by a pathetic inner wear choice. Investing in good lingerie is also wise because a beautiful piece of lingerie sets the right mood inside the bedroom. It can reignite passion. 

What are some of the lingerie items that are super sexy?

Gone are the days when a bra or a night gown was the basic choice to look sexy. Almost every woman has thongs and strapless bras in her wardrobe. It is time to move beyond these regular lingerie items and invest in something more sensuous. There are many lingerie items that you can use to bring variety to your intimate closet. 

For women who are slightly heavier, a baby doll negligee is a boon. It covers a woman’s weaker areas while accentuating her curves in the just right way. Babydoll negligees come with a matching panty and are quite comfortable, as they are made from soft fabrics like chiffon, and silk. They expose the right parts in the right way. On the other hand, for women who are not afraid to embrace their sexier side, a body stocking is the perfect lingerie item. A body stocking is a fitted hosiery item that covers a woman’s entire body. It is made from sheer and form fitting material. Only a woman who is confident about her body will be able to do justice to this lingerie piece that will undoubtedly remind a man of the very sexy cat woman. 

For women who like to play peek-a-boo, the bustier is the perfect lingerie item. It exposes a woman’s body in a limited way and leaves a lot to one’s imagination. A bustier is essentially a bra that extends till the waist. The best thing about a bustier is that it creates the illusion of an hour-glass figure and sensual curves. That apart, a woman can recycle it as shapewear. For women who are sexy yet conservative, a shortie nightie made of charmeuse is the perfect choice. A shortie nightie is a loosely fitted chemise that reaches a woman’s thigh. As charmeuse is made from silk or satin, it gives a woman that extra bit of femininity that is an asset inside the bedroom.
Corsets and camisoles also make super sexy lingerie items. Corsets are a favorite of almost every woman who isn’t afraid to embrace her sexuality. They have been winning women’s heart since the 16th century. Corsets accentuate a woman’s bust while reducing her waist, thus creating the illusion of a perfect body. These can also be worn over pants or under suit jackets, so can be worn as super sexy lingerie or as ready-to-wear.

The camisole is a perfect choice for women who expect both comfort and sensuality from a lingerie item. From lace to silk and nylon, camisoles are created using a any number of smooth and silky fabrics, and are loose fitting. On the other hand, a chemise is essentially a long camisole that fits hugs a woman’s body, and is worn by females who like to show off a good figure.

A woman’s lingerie wardrobe is incomplete without garter belts. Garter belts have the potential to add oomph to even a simple bra and panty. While silk and lace are the most popular fabric choices for garter belts, one can find them in leather as well. This super sexy lingerie item is a must-have for any woman who is intent on seduction.
There are so many lingerie items that women can use to bring romance and confidence in their lives. What is important for a woman is to choose that help highlight her sexier side.

 

6 Benefits of Removing Animal Products From Your Food

Human beings have been eating animal products since the beginning of time, but advances in research are showing that doing so, especially often, can be detrimental to your health as well as the environment. For this reason, more people are turning to low-meat or no-meat diets, which offers a wide range of benefits.

You Could Get More Nutrients

 It may seem like cutting meat out of your diet would result in you getting fewer nutrients, but some experts believe the opposite is true. Not only does cutting out meat prevent you from eating as much saturated fat, which is detrimental to your cardiovascular system, but eating more vegetable-based meals can actually increase your intake of some of the most important nutrients. Eating a vegetarian or vegan diet often increases your fiber intake. Diets that are high in fiber can regulate your digestive tract and lead to healthier bowel movements, which helps to prevent colon cancer.
 
Vegan-friendly foods are also usually higher in Vitamins C and E. Vitamin C is known to boost the immune system, keep your gums healthier, and even help bruises to heal faster. Vitamin E offers benefits for everything from your skin and eyes to your brain and heart. Some studies believe it can prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Meat-free diets are usually higher in antioxidants in general. Antioxidants not only protect against general cell damage, but may also prevent some types of cancer.
 

You Will Be Healthier Overall

 
Studies have shown that vegans and vegetarians are often healthier than their meat-eating peers, largely due to the fact that they aren’t eating energy-decreasing, artery-clogging fats. Vegans often have lower body mass indexes, and many report losing excess pounds once they changed their diets. Healthier skin, hair and nails are also common. A lack of meat in the diet can even lead to fewer migraines, fewer problems with allergies, and an easing of PMS symptoms. Perhaps the best benefit is the increased energy that most people report.
 

You Could Be Helping the Environment

 
Climate change has been proven, and with climate change comes changes in how we produce our food. As temperatures rise and more droughts occur, it becomes more difficult to sustain crops or livestock. However, even as we produce our food today, we contribute to the climate problem.
 
Factory farms, which is where most meat comes from, can make as much as 100 times more waste than the combination of every person in the United States. In many cases, that waste makes its way to your water supply. By cutting meat out of your diet, you are taking steps to ensure you aren’t contributing to the climate change problem.
 

You May Save Money

 
Many people mistakenly believe that eating vegan-friendly diets are more expensive than eating meat, but this isn’t exactly true, especially if you only purchase high-quality meats. While it is true that higher quality meats are more humane and aren’t as unhealthy as most, they are also very expensive. By cutting out meat, you will have more money to spend on local, organic produce, which is often more affordable than the meat you’re eating.
 

You May Reduce Your Exposure to Certain Diseases

 
Animal products leave you susceptible to a number of diseases that can make you very sick or even kill you. By cutting them out of your diet, you reduce your risk of being exposed to E.coli, salmonella, mad cow disease, or dangerous hormones and antibiotics. This especially important for children, the elderly, and people with compromised immune systems, all of whom may never fully recover if they come down with illness due to bacteria contamination.
 

You Don’t Have to Cut Out Fun Foods

 
Eating vegan doesn’t mean you have to gnaw on a head of lettuce every night. More companies are recognizing the benefits of animal-free products every day. One such company, Hampton Creek, already has condiments and cookies on the market that are free of all animal products and low in cholesterol, and they have plans to release more than 40 new products this year alone, many of which will be available at a wide range of retailers across the country. Searching out vegan-friendly options can be time-consuming at first, but once you know what to look for, shopping may even become quicker.
 
While the benefits of cutting meat out of your diet are obvious, be it for your own health reasons or to protect the health of the environment, it is important to remember every body is different. You should not jump into a new eating routine without first getting the go-ahead from your medical professional.

Why I Love My Used Chrysler 200S

You may recall a few months ago, I shared the news that we had recently purchased a new-to-us car for Alex. After years of driving my leftovers or a beater, we decided it was time to upgrade him to something newer and more reliable to ensure that he would have safe and reliable transportation to and from work.

 

This is Alex’s new car, a 2013 Chrysler 200S and he absolutely loves it! Who am I kidding? I love it too. For me, it is the perfect little escape from my mommy-van when I need a break from the kiddos.

Last night, I decided to ask Alex what he loves about his car so much and these were his answers:

  • The Boston audio system is amazing
  • It has a 3.6L V6 
  • Comfortable seats and it is roomy
  • Touchscreen navigation
  • Has a very large trunk
  • Storage areas, cup holders
  • The sunroof
  • You don’t hear a lot of outside noise inside the car
  • Oh, and it helps that it’s fun to drive !!!!

For me, I love that it has heated seats, remote start, and I have to agree, the sound system is pretty freaking amazing and it really is a lot of fun to drive!!!!

When we decided it was time to look for a new car for Alex, we knew that buying a pre-owned car was the best option for us. 

Why Buy Pre-Owned?

We decided that a pre-owned car was best for us because we could purchase a newer model at a lower price point. We also knew that it would be throughly inspected before sale, have low miescome with a limited warranty, have all the newer safety features we were looking for and it would be reliable. 

Now that we have had the car for 4 months and have driven it almost every day since purchasing it, I know we made the right decision by buying pre-owned!