Summer is winding down folks! My son will start back at school in just two weeks. Ahh! I don’t know if I’m ready for that. I’ve really enjoyed having my boys home, being able to do what we want when we want. I’ve loved taking my boys to the pool (thanks to my little sis…. [read more]
Swimways Spring Float Review and Flash Giveaway!
July 25, 2013 by
Fairy Tales Hair Care Sun and Swim – Review
July 22, 2013 by
Having a pool available for summer fun can be a lifesaver! Let me tell you, it gets HOT here in Louisiana. I know I can’t compete with y’all Arizonans, but when you throw in a boatload of humidity like you get around here no one really wants to be outside…unless they’re outside in the pool…. [read more]
SwimWays floating pool toys make pool time a blast! #SwimSteps
July 2, 2013 by
I can’t believe that our summer break is already half-way over! I’ve been blessed to have my sister staying with my family for the past 5 weeks. With 2 boys and a 5 month old it can be difficult to get anything done. It has been amazing to have an extra set of hands to… [read more]
Our Swimming Progress and What to do when your little one has a fear of the water #SwimSteps
June 11, 2013 by
Hurrah! Pool season has started! One of my favorite times of the year, I’m hoping to instill in my boys a love of the water. So far this summer season we’ve been having a fun time visiting different pools. In a couple days we’ll even be going to the beach! In just the handful of… [read more]
National Learn to Swim Day is Saturday, May 18! Will your kids be celebrating? #SwimSteps
May 13, 2013 by
Disclosure: I am part of the SwimWays Swim Steps Swim Team. As an ambassador I’ve received SwimWays products for review and posting purposes. No monetary compensation was provided. I can’t tell you how excited my kids are for summer break! Day after day splashing in the pool. We are super lucky to have a pool… [read more]
Working towards our 2013 Summer Swimming Goals with SwimWays #SwimSteps Gear
May 2, 2013 by
Disclosure: As a part of the SwimWays Swim Team Ambassador team I received the follow products for review purposes at no cost to myself. No monetary compensation was provided. Swim season has officially begun here in the Oh So Savvy Mom family! The pool is open and we’ve already been once. Ok, I’ll admit, it… [read more]
Smart Travel Options with Coppertone! – Review
April 16, 2013 by
A couple weeks ago was my daughter’s spring break. We didn’t have anything elaborate planned or any big trips, but we did have some fun. We planned a bunch of things to do around our town, and luckily we had nice enough weather to spend most of it outdoors. After our first day out at… [read more]
8 Tips for Creating the Perfect Picnic #HormelFamily
June 28, 2012 by
Picnics. Ah, what a wonderful way to unwind during the spring and summer months. When I lived in Utah my husband and I loved to drive into the canyon and up to one of our favorite parks. This particular park was set in the mountains right in between two gorgeous peaks. It was beautiful, green,… [read more]
HearthSong Spinning Seesaw Review and Giveaway!
June 26, 2012 by
Despite the fact that summers in San Antonio can get oppressively hot, I’ve been on the hunt for good backyard toys for my kids. I had my eye on several inexpensive teeter totters (or seesaws) for my kids and was debating about which one to get. That’s when I flipped through HearthSong’s online summer catalog…. [read more]
Summer Fun Guide HABA Sand Bucket Scooter Review and GivAway
June 7, 2012 by
As it warms up outside and with school being out, my kids have a lot of free time on their hands. That sometimes brings me a lot of “mom I’m bored” and “mom what can I do now.” So it’s always nice to have a few new things to play with when these situations come up. Both… [read more]
Banana Boat Natural Reflect Sunscreen Review and GivAway!
June 5, 2012 by
Summer. Vacation from school. Water. Sun. When I was a kid summer also meant sunburns. I got at least one serious sunburn every summer. For this girl with fair skin all those sunburns spelled trouble. I’ve been lucky in that I haven’t had a melanoma, but I have had a less aggressive form of skin… [read more]
Friendship and Memories–It’s what summer camp is all about! @CampHuawni
May 20, 2012 by
I can’t wait til school is out! Just a week and a half! I love the summer and the freedom it gives me as a mom to tailor my kids experiences to whatever I want them to be. I’m an active mom and love my kids to be outside, exploring new places, experiencing culture. There… [read more]
DIY Vertical Pallet Garden – Bring Character to Your Outdoor Space
May 14, 2012 by
Thinking of doing a Pallet Garden this year. A Vertical Pallet Garden is easy to prepare and can bring some nice character to your patio or outdoor space. Source: Bridgman Vertical Pallet Garden reposted with permission.
Give Your Kids Great Summer Memories at Camp Huawni
April 27, 2012 by
Summer is coming! We’re already feeling the heat here in San Antonio. 94 degrees here on Wednesday! Thankfully, summer brings more than just heat. Summer is an especially fun time for the kiddos. Loads of unstructured time. Playtime galore. Time to be outside exploring, swimming, riding bikes. Summer camp is one of those memory making… [read more]
