Monthly Archives: May 2011

Today for America should be a very humbling day. It should also be a day full of honor and respect. For today? Today is the day we remember those who have fought for their country and paid the ultimate price on behalf of our freedoms and liberties. Today we remember those who loved and believed…

Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion WINNER!!!

I have to say, so far this was my most successful review/giveaway. Thank you to all who participated!! And? Stay tuned, because I have another one in the works. (this is a great one for all those trying to add more ‘healthy’ into their lives) Ok, but now to announce the winner of the Skin…

My recipe featured on San Diego Deals and Steals

If you live in the Camp Pendleton / San Diego area, this is a site you MUST check out. San Diego Deals and Steals is a great site that brings you all the happenings, with all the deals, and tips on frugal living in the greater San Diego area. And? If that’s not reason enough…

Ain’t No Sunshine… [song link up week 14]

Last couple of weeks I’ve forgotten to participate in this…. but I was feeling a bit ‘without’ Tuesday and this song came to mind. Love his voice. Thank you Goodnight Moon for hosting, and if you’d like to participate in the weekly song link up, hop on over to her blog and check it out.

Guest Post: Ramblings of a Deployed Mind

ALMAR/ALFAM/ALFRDS So another week has passed, I’m not even sure what to say. To say it wasn’t a good week would be an understatement. It seems the natives were more restless than usual. We have Marines inserted into Afghan training platoon, giving instruction and trying to build this Army we’re supposed to be leaving behind….

Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion Review and Giveaway in 5 days!!

The incredible team at 21st Century Formulations offered me a chance to try their Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion. They sent me a 4oz bottle (just like the one you see there) to test and tell. And? Fantastic! Ever since my son was born, and I became aware of some of the nasties in our…

KidsCause – where it feels good to shop

*remember my post about KidsCause? Well the fabulous mastermind behind their social media has hooked me up with an official post to share with you all: We all love to shop a good deal, right?  We all enjoy giving back to our community, right? So, why not combine the two and and shop while giving…

Come see me at Patch!

So, in all the craziness of life lately, it occurred to me that I haven’t told you about my newest endeavor. I, Laura ~ Semper Fi Momma, am THE Military Moms Talk columnist for the Camp Pendleton Patch. I can’t even begin to tell you how honored and excited I am. I about fell out…

Guest Post: Ramblings of a Deployed Mind (week 12)

ALMAR/ALFAM/ALFRDS, Busy week here, things have been busy.  Have I mentioned things were busy?  They were!  Sunday was Mother’s Day and I didn’t get to call Mom…yeah yeah, I know.  The calls made from here were over 100,000 calls…that’s Marines calling their Mom’s…that’s good!  I was one of the unlucky ones that did get through,…

Recipe for a Military Wife – late #msad

Recipe for a Military Wife I found this via and meant to post this for Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Better late than never, right?: 1 1/2 cups patience 1 cup courage 3/4 cup tolerance 1 pound ability 2 tablespoons elbow grease dash of adventure Add above ingredients together. Let set alone for many months….