Comcast Internet Essentials: low-cost internet and tech resources for even more families

Comcast Internet Essentials Back to School Events - Jacksonville

You probably remember how much we love the Internet Essentials program, right? I love that it is helping close the digital divide by providing low cost internet and technology resources to families in need. But, now I love it ever more now that Comcast is expanding the eligibility for Internet Essentials to include all qualified low-income households in Washington state. 

Matching Girls Monday: Gymboree sale shopping

Three kids in Gymboree 2

Oh, Gymboree… you did it again. I went in to buy next year’s matching PJs on clearance {please tell me everyone else does that, too}, and instead walked out with a huge bag full of clothing that I just couldn’t resist during their annual sale. One look at these adorable metallic deer skirts {Black Deer Jaquard … Read more

zulily Thrill Week is going on now

Do you shop zulily? I first heard about them years ago from my cousin who was able to get everything she needed for both her and her new baby at deeply discounted prices thanks to zulily. After checking it out for myself, I was hooked, and have since bought a ton of stuff for me, … Read more

prAna sustainable fashion for all of our many adventures

prAna Holstad shirt

As a family, we love being outside and enjoying nature. We’ve spent our spring enjoying the cherry blossoms, prancing in the tulips, camping, hiking, and going on more walks in the woods than I can count. I’ve taken roughly 6,000 pictures of all the fun we’ve been having and we’ve got some big adventures coming … Read more

Meet Google’s Pixelbook and Pixelbook Pen

I’ve been in the market for a new laptop for roughly 2 1/2 years now, but it feels like decades. And, yet I still cannot commit because I’m well aware that we’re on the cusp of some huge breakthroughs in technology. After checking out the new Google Pixelbook high performance Chromebook, I’m especially glad I waited because from 3/25 – 4/7 you can save $100 on the Google Pixelbook from Best Buy.
After checking out the new Google Pixelbook high performance Chromebook, I’m especially glad I waited. Case in point: the Pixelbook is the first laptop with the Google Assistant built in. From its ultra-thin design to its collection of apps, Pixelbook is beautifully versatile and effortlessly adapts to your lifestyle.

12+ reasons why you shouldn’t get a MoviePass

Thinking of getting a MoviePass subscription? Think again. Here’s 12 good reasons why you shouldn’t get that membership. From theaters being dropped from their list to absolutely horrible customer service, there’s a good reason the company has an F rating.

Fail-proof cooking with Anova Sous Vide Precision Cooker

Anova sous vide cooker

I’m a chronic over-cooker. I know this about myself and still I find that at least a few times a year I over cook to the point of being inedible because I get distracted with kids and life and leave food in too long. My husband is a chronic under-cooker. Which is understandable because he … Read more