My Favorite Things

Operation Bug-Be-Gone: Our #1 Spring Cleaning Hack

April 12, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

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With spring in full swing, my inner “spring cleaning” gene that has been lying dormant for months has finally come back to life, and I’ve been itching to get this house squeaky clean and to get a fresh start. With two very small children in the house, my floor and furniture are currently taking bets with each other to see which one can collect the most graham cracker crumbs and juice splatters. So far, they’re both pretty neck and neck! I’ve always said that cleaning your house with a toddler in it is like brushing your teeth while you’re eating chocolate cake – it’s nearly impossible! But alas, the house won’t clean itself!

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How To Pack a Tornado Preparedness Kit – From a Survivor’s Perspective

March 1, 2019 by Laura Tucker 4 Comments

This post is written in memory of those who lost their lives in the Enterprise tornado on March 1st, 2007, and in honor of the survivors whose wounds are still healing.

I’m always amazed at how vastly different climate and weather conditions can be in different sections of our country. Hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, droughts and things of the like affect so many of us throughout the year, but not everyone experiences the same conditions. Hurricanes rock the gulf coast every summer, but people in the plains are obviously unaffected. The northeast may get pounded by snow, but Alabamians could barely tell you what a snowflake looks like. Weather is often a tricky subject for me. While I want to delight in its beauty and mystery, I had an encounter with inclement weather in 2007 at the age of 16 years old that shook me to my core, and just like an earthquake, I’m dealing with the ripple effects years later that will likely affect me for many more years to come.

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One Important Business Tool To Never Forget + Why I Love Basic Invite Business Cards

February 25, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

I received compensation in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are completely my own.

From 2008-2012, I spent my days as an undergraduate student studying business administration with a focus in marketing. Just like with any major, there are a slew of classes you have to take that don’t necessarily pertain specifically to your major, but are put in place to help you become more “well-rounded” in your field of study. The summer of my junior year, I registered for a class called Personal Selling. I admit to rolling my eyes a bit when I discovered it was a mandatory class, as I knew I didn’t want to be caught up in sales for a career, but my favorite marketing professor was teaching it, so I thought that it might not be too bad.

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Yee Haw VBS Decor Ideas

February 21, 2019 by Laura Tucker 1 Comment

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It’s time to saddle up and pull on those cowboy boots, because this summer is going to be a stampede of fun with the kickoff of Yee Haw Weekend VBS happening at churches all across the country!

Children have the opportunity to discover just how great Jesus’ love truly is while trailblazing through fun games, cool crafts and foot-stompin’ music they’re sure to remember for years!…

DIY Game Day Place Mat + Homegating Tips & GIVEAWAY!

January 24, 2019 by Laura Tucker 1 Comment

This post has been sponsored by Farm Rich and Litehouse. All opinions expressed are 100% my own. I love sharing my favorite tips and tricks for hosting the ultimate game day party with my readers! Scroll down to learn about the Farm Rich giveaway going on now!

We’re just days away from the ultimate game day showdown, and all the buzz centered around the Big Game has me SO excited to get my head in the game and host the ultimate game day celebration as we watch two amazing teams gear up to bring home a championship title! Game days have always been a big deal for us. We all huddle together as family and friends to watch our favorite teams play, and while the spirit of the game is what brings us together, the game day snacks are what keep us smiling for all 4 quarters!
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Deer Hunter’s Gift Guide

December 18, 2018 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

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Being a hunter’s wife, I’ve come to learn a thing or two about what makes a good gift for a hunting enthusiast over the years. While I have limited hunting experience myself, I’ve learned a lot about all of the gear that is required (and what’s just really handy) when it comes to having a successful hunting experience. If you’re not familiar with hunting gear, it can often be a real challenge to buy a gift for a hunter without them physically picking out exactly what they want themselves. This gift guide was made with those people in mind, so hopefully you can add a few nice surprises under the tree this year for the hunter in your life!

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Kitchen Gadget Gift Guide

December 1, 2018 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

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Have you started your holiday shopping yet? If you’re shopping for a foodie or cooking enthusiast this season, these kitchen gadgets just might be at the top of their wish list! I own quite a few of these items myself, and some of them I really don’t know how I’d get by without. Some are clever, some are funny, some are more practical, and some are cutesy, but ALL of them would make amazing stocking stuffers or gifts under the tree for anyone this Christmas season!

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Shopping Handmade for the Holidays? Find it on Amazon Handmade!

November 20, 2018 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

This post was sponsored by Amazon Handmade as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

Is it just me, or does it seem like every time you scratch one thing off of your holiday shopping list, two more things get added? Each year it feels like my list gets a little bit longer and my time to get all of my shopping done gets a little bit shorter. We’re just three days away from Black Friday, and sometimes if feels like a struggle to pick out the perfect gifts for my friends and family in time for all of the major sales to hit. Be that as it may, I’m finally hitting the ground running this week and being intentional about finding a thoughtful gift for each person on my list, and I’ve already begun piling my shopping cart with some really fabulous finds!

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Simple Friendsgiving Entertaining + DIY Burlap Utensil Holder

November 12, 2018 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #GiftACoke #CollectiveBias

I remember the very first time I was introduced to the idea of “Friendsgiving.” During my senior year of college, a sorority sister of mine invited me to a Friendsgiving dinner she was hosting at her house. Without even being entirely sure of what it was, I told her to count me in! When I asked what all a Friendsgiving dinner entailed, she quickly explained that it was a time of fellowship with friends to celebrate the Thanksgiving season before we all parted ways during the break to head back home to visit with our families. Since then, I’ve seen many of those same people that attended keep the tradition alive by hosting a gathering in their homes filled with good food, good fiends and good times!

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My Top Thanksgiving Hostess Gift Pick: Precious Moments Bountiful Blessings Collection

November 11, 2018 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

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Growing up, my mother used to frequent a store in my hometown that sold a hodgepodge of collectibles and gifts. It was one of my very favorite stores to get to go to, as they had a section specifically for children at the back of the store filled with the most wonderful books, stuffed animals and toys that I could look at while my mother shopped around. Sometimes I would venture towards the front of the store where they had beautiful display cases filled with porcelain figurines that I loved to admire. Specifically, I had my eyes set on their collection of Precious Moments characters, and I always loved to scope out which piece of their iconic birthday train I’d be receiving next.

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My Favorite Things

This post has been sponsored by Zevo. All opinions expressed within this post are 100% my own.

This post is written in memory of those who lost their lives in the Enterprise tornado on March 1st, 2007, and in honor of the survivors whose wounds are still healing.

I received compensation in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are completely my own.

Affiliate links are included throughout this post at absolutely no cost to you. I love sharing ideas and finds to help make your VBS experience easier!

This post has been sponsored by Farm Rich and Litehouse. All opinions expressed are 100% my own. I love sharing my favorite tips and tricks for hosting the ultimate game day party with my readers! Scroll down to learn about the Farm Rich giveaway going on now!

Affiliate links are included throughout this post at absolutely no cost to you.

Affiliate links are included throughout this post at absolutely no cost to you.

This post was sponsored by Amazon Handmade as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #GiftACoke #CollectiveBias

I received product in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are 100% my own. Affiliate links may be included throughout this post at no cost to you.

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