Disclosure: This is a compensated post on behalf of Glam Media and Target Simply Balanced, but all the awesome banter and wit are my own! The Crunchy family is a self-confessed former junk food family, but we have really been trying over the last few years to realize the importance of healthy snacking options. Before I dive into that, you have to understand I am a foodie. I mean a F-O-O-D-I-E, ... Read More about The Importance of Healthy Snacking Options
OCD Meets ADD: A Crafter’s Confession
Hi, my name is Ashley and I have OCD aka obsessive compulsive disorder. NO, I am not a excessive handwasher, but I do tend to like things in order. Change is not something I am really good friends with. CHAOS drives me absolutely nuts! Hi, there me again, and it's time to confess that I also have ADD aka attention deficit disorder. (You know, you love talking about things at a rapid ... Read More about OCD Meets ADD: A Crafter’s Confession
BlogHer: Friends, Brands, and Finding Myself
This past week, I attended the BlogHer 2013 conference in Chicago, Illinois. Before attending I spent a lot of timing thinking about what blogging conference to attend for my first conference. Ever since I began blogging BlogHer was on my "to do" list. I had an amazing time at the conference, and it was everything that I expected in ways good and bad. It was definitely something that I needed to ... Read More about BlogHer: Friends, Brands, and Finding Myself
Bacon Pancakes, Makin’ Bacon Pancakes
Every now and again the Crunchy kids surprise me. They heard this song on one of their favorite shows called bacon pancakes. The rest is history. I mean how wrong can you go putting bacon and pancakes together right? After I got back from my trip, my kids were on a mission to make the ultimate bacon pancakes. Here is a little video for you to get you in the mood for these fantastic breakfast ... Read More about Bacon Pancakes, Makin’ Bacon Pancakes
Back to School: Teacher Gift Idea
Can you believe how close the school year is? That means that we are all getting in the back to school mood and creating fun crafts, getting organized and even making gifts for the teachers our kids will soon have. I am someone who loves to show my appreciate to my boys teachers every chance that I get. I know how hard it is to have two young children to keep on task, I cannot imagine having a ... Read More about Back to School: Teacher Gift Idea
How to Quit Drinking Soda in 6 Simple Steps
Soda and I have a love/hate relationship. Ever since I was a kid I have been addicted to the stuff. We would always have several 2 liters of the stuff around the house, and now it's been something I have been trying to give up for YEARS That's why I think I have finally figured out how to quit drinking soda. I will be the first to tell you I am NOT a big fan of artificial ... Read More about How to Quit Drinking Soda in 6 Simple Steps
Burnouts, Brow Waxing, and Hair Horror Stories
This week has been crazy. I mean CRAY CRAY! The saddest part of it all is that most of it was craziness that I had caused. As you guys know ,in a week, I am going to my very first blogging conference. What you may not know is just how much preparation goes into getting ready to go out of town. (Sadly, my house and my blog don't run themselves without me) This week started out with my ... Read More about Burnouts, Brow Waxing, and Hair Horror Stories
How to Make Homemade Pencil Toppers
It’s that time again! The 4th of July is over and that means the stores are filling up with all the back to school supplies, clothes and more that your kids will need to start out the school year this fall. Boy has this summer gone by fast! In honor of back to school, we will be sharing weekly crafts, snacks, teacher gift ideas, tips, etc. to get you in the mood for the new school year. Be ... Read More about How to Make Homemade Pencil Toppers