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Family & Fun @BrancottEstate #IC #FlightSongResolutions

January 15, 2015

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Brancott Estate Flight Song. I received a promotional item to thank me for participating #MC .”

Over the holidays it’s always fun to get together and catch up with family and friends. Actually, I can’t believe we are already half way through the month of JANUARY! Seriously?

A few weeks ago we had a wonderful visit with Terence’s extended family. We all wined and dined and enjoyed catching up on our daily lives. We brought desserts and wine to enjoy with everyone & ring in the New Year.

We took a couple of bottles of Brancott Estate Wine and it was SOOOOOO good. Y’all know I love my wine! Ha ha! The Estate was the first to plant and create the world’s first Marlborough Sauvignon. Blanc wine—a style that has since changed the course of our country’s wine industry.

The thing I absolutely LOVE about this wine it is 20% lower in calories, but with all the quality and taste, Brancott Estate Flight Song, it tastes great and you can enjoy it with a little less guilt as you start your New Year’s resolutions. Lord knows I’m always trying to cut calories…it makes it soooo much easier when you find something you enjoy that tastes good too.
Brancott Estate Flight Song wine has 20% fewer calories then similar selections of
Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio. I have to tell you one of my favorite selections of wine is a Pinot Grigio…and this one did not disappoint. My wine wasn’t missing a single note of flavor.

With Flight Song, you can still indulge in a glass of wine or two without all the guilt. After we ate all those desserts, I guess I can feel a little less guilty right?

Whether you are enjoying time with family or a night out with the girls, Brancott Estate Flight Song wine is going to be a hit. Pair it with your favorite pasta or dessert…because remember it’s okay to indulge sometimes 🙂

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We had a great time & I’m looking forward to all 2015 has to bring!

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MetLife TRICARE Dental #MetLifeTDP

December 30, 2014

I participated in an Ambassador program on behalf of Influence Central for the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

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(Terence on the day he enrolled in the Air Force)

December is the National Guard’s birthday. If you are a member of the National Guard I want to say THANK YOU!!! I’ve talked about our military experience before and also the benefits of the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program. It provides low-cost monthly premiums and offers a cost share for a variety of dental procedures. Let’s face it…dental care isn’t cheap. My co-worker chipped her tooth last week on a sucker and now she’s got to go to the Dentist…I know she isn’t excited about that!

One way you can take the pressure off of going to the Dentist is by enrolling in the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program. They are dedicated to educating members about dental health and important dental care practices. The TRICARE Dental Program is ideal for military families because it is a convenient and cost-effective way for families to have continuous dental coverage despite changes in life events, geographical locations, or military status.

I miss the benefits of Tricare now that I don’t have them anymore. I stay in touch with a lot of our military friends now, thanks to Facebook and social media. Seriously, if you have the option to enroll in MetLife TRICARE Dental then DO IT!

You never know what you have until you don’t have it anymore & this is a great program to take advantage of NOW. The end of the year is a great time to review your dental benefits & get ready for the coming year.

The TRICARE Dental Program is part of the TRICARE Health Plan for military families. However, you must enroll separately in the TRICARE Dental Program to obtain dental coverage for your family.

For more information check out MetLife TDP Facebook page, Twitter, and Fact Sheet.

Sign up for the TRICARE Dental Plan Newsletter, Dental HealthMatters, shares information about TRICARE Dental benefits, updates and announcements, tips to keep teeth healthy, and more helpful information for enrollees.

MetLife TRICARE Dental: Military Appreciation Month #MetLifeTDP

December 3, 2014

I participated in an Ambassador program on behalf of Influence Central for the MetLife TRICARE Detal Program. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

We just celebrated National Military Family Appreciation Month in November. What a better month to celebrate the Military than with the month of Thanksgiving. When Terence and I first started our married life together we were in the Air Force. We lived on base for over five years. Our military memories are some of the best times.

Being a newly married couple and not having much money it was hard to make ends meet sometimes. We had our struggles just like everyone else does. One thing we could rely on was that we had full medical and dental care with TRICARE. Health care is expensive and when we got out of the service that was HUGE realization for us!

I remember visiting the dentist one day and he said I would need a retainer. Thankfully I had TRICARE Dental and my retainer was completely covered. I think it would have been around $400-$500 if I hadn’t been ensured with TRICARE.

TRICARE Dental Program offered by MetLife is a great program that provides dental benefits to spouses and children of Active Duty personnel and National Guard and Reserve members and their families. The TRICARE Dental Program is ideal for military families because it is a convenient and cost-effective way for families to have continuous dental coverage despite changes in life events, geographical locations, or military status.

Now that we have a son healthy teeth are very important to us. I actually took him to the Dentist yesterday and he did so good! It’s important for us to teach him good dental habits now so that he doesn’t have issues with his teeth later. I’m in my 30’s now and I’m happy to say I’ve never had a cavity in my life thanks to great dental care! Knock on wood!

My Dad was also in the Army for 11 years, so I basically grew up on military bases and I always remember getting great dental care. I’m so thankful for all that TRICARE has done for us and other military families. If you are currently in the military & have TRICARE Dental I’d love to hear what you think about it.

The TRICARE Dental Program is part of the TRICARE Health Plan for military families. However, you must enroll separately in the TRICARE Dental Program to obtain dental coverage for your family.

For more information check out MetLife TDP Facebook page, Twitter, and Fact Sheet.

Giving, Love, & Support with CaringBridge

December 2, 2014

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for CaringBridge. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation.”

The nonprofit organization CaringBridge is kicking-off its WonderFull themed year-end giving campaign to raise $1.2 million. CaringBridge was launched in 1997 so people–for any reason or length of time–could start a free website, remain connected to their family and friends and receive support when they need it most.

That’s what the Steinback family did when their daughter Julia was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. During her nearly three years of treatment, Julia and her family could count on one constant: the emotional and physical support they received from friends and relatives who followed Julia’s story on her CaringBridge website. Now in remission, Joy continues to stay connected with loved ones through CaringBridge as Julia undergoes monthly checkups. For the Steinbacks, seeing their daughter happy and healthy is the greatest gift they could ask for this holiday season.

As a nonprofit, CaringBridge relies on donations to allow anyone facing a health journey the ability to rally support. Nearly 95 percent of all funding comes from people who use CaringBridge. The campaign features match contributions from three generous donors ranging from 10K to 25K. Humankind excels at human kindness when it’s needed most. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation so that families like the Steinbacks can always get the support they need.

For more information, visit https://www.caringbridge.org/give.

It’s Christmas time and it’s also a time when you can bless others. When giving a gift to someone in need, please keep CaringBridge in mind.

Count your blessing everyday- health and happiness is such a GIFT!

Tis The Season to GIVE!

November 25, 2014

It’s that time of year and black Friday is approaching and I wanted to share some great items you can give (or receive) this holiday.

1. Shave MOB is a great company where you can get razors and accessories for up to 70% off! Razors aren’t cheap and at these prices you can get everyone in your family a set. Shave MOB sets make great stocking stuffers.

2. One of my favorite things to do is give to local charities. It reminds me what Christmas is truly about and that Christ gave His life so that we might live! We can give to others who are in so much need this season too. The Giving for Good Card is a great program offered by The Dallas Foundation. The program was designed to introduce charitable giving in a way that is unique, meaningful and fun.

Giving for Good cards work like retail gift cards, only the value is redeemed as a donation to the recipient’s favorite charity: any 501(c)(3) public charity in the United States, including schools, churches and synagogues. Order Giving for Good cards to celebrate holidays and special occasions, to thank clients or to recognized employees. No more searching for the perfect gift, and you get the tax deduction!

Recipients of a Giving for Good card may redeem the card on our website by clicking on the Redeem button below. Or, they may give the cards directly to any nonprofit (by mail or in person) or dropped in a church collection basket.

3. My good friend Sarah makes some of the cutest shirts for friends and family. If you are looking for something cute and original, visit Wake Me Up Designs.

4. If you do not have the money to give to a charity, consider donating some old items that you have around the house. An increasing number of people are now doing Texas boat donations, because of the state’s generous tax credits.

The process is simple, as you contact the charity and tell them that you want to make a boat donation, they will then sell your boat at auction and give the proceeds to an organization that benefits children. As an added bonus, you receive a tax deduction in the amount for which the boat sold.

The Holidays are Here & Don’t Forget to Enjoy a Little ME Time!

November 24, 2014

“This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Weave Made Media®, PEOPLE® Magazine, and The Hershey Company®, but all my opinions are my own. #weavemade #HolidayMeTimeMags Full disclosure”

I can’t believe it’s already the week of Thanksgiving!!! It’s crazy how fast this year has flown by. My parents are coming to visit this week and I’m so excited. I haven’t seen them in about 6 months, so I’m anxiously awaiting their arrival. Mom and I plan on cooking Thanksgiving dinner at my house this year. It’s just going to be a small, family get together with lots of relaxing and lounging around.

I love to start the morning off watching the Thanksgiving parade and read a People magazine or two. My Mom usually brings me all her old People magazines to read when she visits 🙂

I could just lay on the sofa with my magazine and a chocolate bar for hours. That’s my definition of Heaven! Ha ha!

After all the holiday cooking Mom and I usually chill out by reading our People magazines and enjoying some CHOCOLATE while the guys watch a football game.

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The digital coupon is available through the Safeway Just4U online portal 11/21/14 – 12/19/14 (while supplies last) You have to register for Just4U to get access to the digital coupon. I shopped at my local Tom Thumb.

This is going to be a great week to reconnect with family, EAT, and relax! I can’t wait for the Christmas rush to begin…and as I do I’m also going to remember to enjoy the little things. This is the season for joy and fellowship!

Amongst all the hustle and bustle don’t forget to take out a little “ME” time along the way!

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How are you enjoying some“ME time” this holiday season?

I’ll be checking out the latest issue of People with the sexiest men alive…oh yeah girls….go get your “eye” candy, then go get some chocolate candy to indulge yourself.

OshKosh B’gosh #GIVEHAPPY This Christmas

November 13, 2014

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for OshKosh B’gosh. I received an OshKosh B’gosh gift card to purchase product and to thank me for my participation.

I’ve been super busy with Christmas photo sessions this season. I absolutely LOVE taking photos and it’s such a blessing! One of the questions I get asked a lot is “How should we dress?” or “What should we wear?” I usually tell people to mix and match. You don’t have to be all matchy matchy. Choose one or two colors that blend together well and after that just dress FUN!

I recently had the opportunity to shop at Oshkosh B’gosh and I chose Connor’s outfit for our family photos this year. I love Oshkosh B’gosh and I remember my Mom buying my sister and I overalls when we were around Connor’s age. Oshkosh B’gosh has been around forever, but it’s not just about overalls anymore…they have SO many cute options to choose from.

Here is what I chose for Connor:

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I shopped for all of these items online and everything was easy to find and it was fun to shop all the looks that were put together or create my own. My items came in less than a week, so if your in a hurry to find something for your little ones to wear this season…fear not! I also believe Oshkosh B’gosh has FREE SHIPPING right now!

If you would like to shop in store, find your nearest location HERE.

Here are the jammies we got too! These say “I ate Santa’s cookies”. So cute!

OshKosh B’gosh is a brand I’ve trusted and worn for years. The quality cannot be beat. If you want something that is going to last you until next year, then OshKosh B’gosh is the place.

It’s easy to #GIVEHAPPY, and even the smallest acts of kindness can help brighten someone’s day! We are planning on buying some clothing, socks, and shoes for two children this year. There are so many kids who won’t be getting anything for Christmas. Adopt a child in need and show them love & #GIVEHAPPY. It’s just as much fun to give as it is to receive.