Washington, DC (10 November 2016) – Landing a position in Congress is a challenge Brent Sullivan, a former congressional staffer, aimed to help others overcome when he launched Time on the Hill in 2012.   “I know from personal experience that trying to land a job in Congress seems like an impossible feat if you do not know the right people or do not run in the right circles,” says Sullivan. “It took me 74 meetings over coffee to gain my first opportunity on Capitol Hill. It is a tough environment and even harder if you do not have the right support and tools to be successful.”  …

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. Bootler is an amazing new online service available in the Chicago area.  I can’t wait for this to open up Nationwide and when you learn more about it – you will be very excited for its expansion also. When we work all day, then finish at the barn after work – we have often resorted to home delivery for food.  Who has the energy to cook after being out of the house from 6am through 7pm.  The kids are cranky and we have so much to do.  I need to be able to order food, to be delivered to me.  Food…

  New Book “Buddy And Bea” Getting Great Reviews   Award winning Author Len Saunders is proud to collaborate with Snow Leopard Publishing on a new picture book entitled Buddy and Bea, where a percentage of the proceeds of each book sold will raise money for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Northwest New Jersey.   Life…..  There is no easy way to explain its meaning and purpose, especially to young children. There is no manual or instructions for talking about it with the children in our lives. And no wonder; even as adults, the “circle of life” can be hard to wrap your mind around and accept.   Buddy…

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  I have been struggling with my weight for a few years now.  Actually I struggled with my weight for most of my life – but for about 6 years I was in a really good place.  But then I had some illnesses and some surgeries that really caused it to all go out of whack again.  But 2016 will be the new year for me.   My husband and I have put together a gym in our basement.  The kids aren’t old enough to go to a gym and workout but they are definitely old enough to workout in the comfort of our own home and they love to…

Are you tired of buying holiday toys only for your children to never look at them after that one day?  Then how about these unique gift ideas for kids that will pique their interest and have them coming back time and time again.  My kids would absolutely love numbers 5 and 8! Here’s a list of 9 unusual and unique holiday gifts for kids that you should consider.   1. Language Lessons Is a child from your family interested in traveling, or loves learning about other cultures? Gift the gift of learning a new language!! Choose from six different languages – English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, German or French. With PetraLingua’s…

This post was sponsored by Panasonic as part of a Blog Blast Activation for Influence Central.     Right now Panasonic LUMIX G7 has an awesome Photo Contest and you can possibly win one of the following two prizes by casting votes.  With the ‘Spread the Word!’ tab you have bonus chances to win one of two $100 American Express gift cards. Prizes: 1st Place: $500 American Express gift card 2nd Place: $100 American Express gift card ‘Spread the Word’ Winners: $100 American Express gift cards   Enter the Panasonic LUMIX G7 Photo Contest HERE   My kids participate in horseback riding and the Panasonic LUMIX G7 would allow me to capture that…

This is a sponsored post with Lunchbox. All opinions are my own       Chewbacca Bayley loves Purina pet products!  She eats Purina dog food and loves the treats.  And how could I ever deny this lovely girl her favorite treats!   Or what about this one – Gorgeous Xena Lee!       My dogs’ favorite treats are Purina Beggin Strips.  Both of them absolutely stop whatever they are doing when the treats come out.  All we have to do is say loudly “Beggin” and they come running from all points in the yard.  We love these two so much – they are playmates with the kids, act as…