House Monkey Review + Free 1 Month Trial

I have just discovered the most amazing app. Usually I am not one to use an app for everything. In fact, I have like 4 apps on my phone, well 5 now that I added the awesome House Monkey app. The name might be a bit silly, but the concept is anything but. It is a household managing app.

"What is a household managing app?" you ask. Well, it is a comprehensive organization super tool. I am the world's worst organizer. I mean it. I am constantly on my last thread of sanity. I can't remember my own name half the time. With House Monkey, I am finally taking control of managing our household.

House Monkey is like a the digital version of a chore chart, to-do-list, event manager and file cabinet all in one. A schedule of household chores, errands, activities and events can be loaded into the app so that everyone in the family can be on the same page at all times. It is such a time saver. Everything runs so much more efficiently, and all the weight is no longer on my shoulders alone.

Now my husband can keep track of school events, dinners with the in-laws, trips to the grocery story, and when it's his turn to take out the trash or sweep the porch. It help me remember what chores that my kids and husband are going to do, so I don't end up doing them myself. 

It also has reminders for home/appliance maintenance like changing the air conditioner filter, cleaning the dishwasher or adding septic tank additive. I can even set rewards and issue "Banana Points" for chores completed. As if everything running smoothly is not reward enough.

It helps all of us plan our schedule, so we never double book. We all have calendar apps, but they are all independent, so we never used to know when someone else in the family already had a commitment. Now we all manage our commitments in the House Monkey app, so we all know when one family member is busy. It makes everything so much easier and avoids having to cancel plans later.

As nice as the household management is, I am just as thrilled to have the scanning capacities. I would use a whole different app for that if I needed to, that's how badly I needed this in my life. With House Monkey you can scan recipients, warranties, contracts and other vital paperwork. You can also store data-heavy videos and photos.

I had so many product warranties and especially user manuals all over the house. I am the type that keeps them for months or years, and ends up getting so fed up with the clutter and throwing them away - right before I need them. It's the same with receipts. I also scan in the grocery lists, so hubby knows exactly what to get without having to remember it or try to use a paper list (that he would lose.) In fact, I lose every list that I make also. It has been a  huge help to me. 

Also, I almost was not able to download the House Money app because my phone has so many photos and videos that I was out of space. I had to delete some. I have since uploaded them all to the House Money app, so now I have tons of space again. Really, House Monkey is taking care of everything.

I am still the world's worst organizer, but my life is so much more efficient now. house Monkey does all the work, and my family gets all the convenience and none of the stress. I am so glad that I found an app that could help me manage our lives in spite of my absentmindedness and lack of any planning skills. House Monkey is awesome.

If this type of household management sounds like something your family could benefit from, you're in luck. You can get a FREE 30 day trial of House Monkey. For more information, and to get a 30-days FREE coupon code, please visit: http://www.monkeytribelife.com/

You can download the app in the Google Play or Apple App Store.

*This is a sponsored post on behalf of House Monkey. All opinions are 100% my own.*

WWE & Susan G. Komen - Share Your Survivor Story

It's no secret that I love WWE. It wouldn't be a stretch to say that I am obsessed. I love the excitement and action. It's entertaining. However, WWE is so much more than just entertainment. It's more than a show, it is a movement. WWE does so many things for the community outside the ring and arena. They use their fame to make a difference in the world.

One of the many charitable organizations they support is Susan G. Komen. WWE is raising awareness and funds to help find a cure for breast cancer. I am so inspired by their constant efforts. I have supported WWE's Rise Above Cancer moment for years. Their special co-branded merchandise not only raises money for the cause, but also serves as a poster of awareness and support every time I wear it.

I can't wait for the new apparel to be released in October, but right now, I am super excited about another campaign that WWE is working on alongside Susan G. Komen. WWE and Susan G. Komen are hosting a contest to honor breast cancer survivors who are doing MORE in the fight against breast cancer through the Share Your Story Survivor Essay Contest.



You can enter an essay HERE. Three survivors will win an ultimate WWE fan experience at SummerSlam 2016 and will be featured in WWE and Komen public service announcements that may air on TV, online, in WWE venues and on the WWE Network in October 2016. The contest began on May 5th and will run through May 27th.

I am so so inspired by WWE's efforts and by all of the Amazing survivors. I am so proud to be a fan of a company like WWE, who does so much good. From Make A Wish to Be A Star to Hire Heroes and, of course, Susan G. Komen, WWE really uses their resources and fame to make a difference. I don't know how anyone could not be a fan of that.

*As a member of #WWEMoms, I will be compensated for this post. All opinions are 100% my own.*

Saving Is Simpler With Groupon Coupons

Like most everyone, I love to save money. I am not afraid to spend money, but I hate to pay more than I have to. The trouble is, I am busy. I don't have tons of time to collect newspapers and clip coupons and I am not organized enough to keep tons of coupons and remember what I have coupons for. I am certainly not organized enough to scan every local stores' deals and match coupons to each store and visit multiple stores, etc. "Couponing" is not for me.

I do love to use coupons, though, when I am already going to purchase something. I hate having to search to see if there is a coupon for what I need or the store I plan to shop at. That is why I am so happy to have discovered Groupon Coupons. I have already been saving with Groupon for years, but now they can save me money when I go shopping too.

It's so convenient. On Groupon's coupon page you can search for coupons by store or by category. If you just want to save but have nothing particular in mind, you can also browse all the available coupons, but that would take awhile since there are thousands.

I was just shopping for photo gifts for Father's Day and I found lots of great Shutterfly coupons. I also checked out the coupons for Advance Auto Parts. My hubby is going to be a very happy camper this Father's Day, and my bank account is happy too. No overdrafts for me, and I even have a little left over, thanks to the awesome savings I got with Groupon Coupons.

If you are still shopping for Father's Day (or graduation, or any other summer celebration), be sure to check out Groupon Coupons. I am sure you will find savings for the stores you plan to shop at. It only take a minute, and you have nothing to lose but the higher price. If I can do it, anyone can, because I can barely walk and talk at the same time. Let me know what you are shopping for and what awesome deals/coupons you score.

*This is a sponsored post on behalf of Groupon Coupons. All opinions are 100% my own.*

Cush Cushion Review: The World's Most Comfortable Seat Cushion

As you all know, as a blogger, I spend most of my time at a computer, obviously, sitting down. What you may not know is that because of this, I get frequent, excruciating and prolonged back pain. It does not help that I have suffered from severe back pain even since I was a teenager. It also does not help that I have recently gained quite a bit of weight.

All things factored in it is a miracle that I can even stand some days. Lately, it has been getting worse. That is until this past week. This week was different because I just got a Cush Comfort seat cushion. I have owned several seat cushions. In fact, the Cush Comfort one replaced one that I had only used for a few months. It was still in great shape, it simply did not do the job.

The Cush Comfort seat cushion blows all the others out of the water. It is like comparing apples and oranges, they may both be fruits, but they could not be more different. The Cush Comfort first of all, is not just a soft place to sit. It is not just curved or supportive, it is deeply contoured to fit snug against the bottom. It suspends the tailbone, so there is no pressure on the spine. It uses only the highest grade of memory foam with no fillers or chemicals. The Cush Comfort cushion stops the pain cycle within 30 seconds of the time you first sit on it.

It is textured on the bottom, so it does not slip or slide around. That is very important, especially for use on a smooth office chair or in the car, though I mostly use it on the couch, since that is my usual "office". It has a double strong sipper on the durable, washable velour cover. Everything about this cushion screams quality.

I have only been using this Cush Comfort Seat Cushion for about a week, but the way it has helped me is incredible. I have not had to walk around hunched over because it hurts too much to stand u all the way. I have not been brought to tears from the excruciating pain that creams and pills do nothing to help. I have not snapped at my kids because I am in pain and tired (from not sleeping due to pain.) I have gotten more work done in less time, since it is so much easier to concentrate now, and I don't have to take as many breaks from sitting. It is literally changing my life for the better.

Now I just need to get hubby a Cush Comfort seat cushion too. He drives for a living, sitting down for hours at a time, every day. When he is not driving, he is lifting, thousands of tons a day. Usually around 55 tons per day. That is a lot of bending and lifting. He needs all the back help he can get. I let him borrow my Cush Comfort for one day, just to see if it helped, and he said it made a huge difference, and he was actually in a good mood when he got home from work, after a 16 hour day. That says it all.

Anyone that has back pain, or is at risk of back injury needs to get a Cush Comfort seat cushion. It is honestly one of the most important items I own. I can't imagine going back to life without it. If you do want to buy a Cuch Comfort cushion you can Save 10% Off Cush Cushion The World's Most Comfortable Seat Cushion use code: "clubcush" HERE. There is a Lifetime 100% money back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose but the pain.

*I received this product at no cost to facilitate an honest review. All opinions are 100% my own.*

FREE Kids Academy Math Games App!

Kids Academy Releases #1 Math Games: Singapore Math App for Android and Updates iOS Version of Math Games App for Kids in Preschool & Kindergarten!

Kids Academy is a well-known mobile app developer working in the sphere of children’s early education. The team combines all the expertise, creativity and truly remarkable skills to develop a wide range of best educational games and fun worksheets for kids.

The great news is that the team just released the long-awaited update #1 Math Games: Singapore Maths App for Kids in Preschool & Kindergarten - iOS version of the app.

This best math app for kids in preschool and kindergarten offers a great variety of fun educational games for kids. Children will get a fantastic chance to:

• train their brains
• enhance their attention and concentration
• improve their cognitive skills
• learn to follow instructions

While playing the fun math games, little mathematicians will grasp their numbers, addition and subtraction facts in a fun and enjoyable way. Kids will trace numbers, master their geometric shapes, practice skip counting and acquire other useful skills too. The cool math games by Kids Academy are based on the famous Singapore Math method. They help children visualize math problems and solve them in a simple way.

You can find a number of best educational apps for children by Kids Academy featured in the Family section of the Android store in the USA, Australia and Canada. This featuring is a reliable indicator of high quality and value of the fun educational games created by this team.

Get all of the Kids Academy favorites on Android!

NEWLY RELEASED

We have more terrific news from Kids Academy. Available mid-May 2016 is the long-awaited Android version of their cool #1 Math Games: Singapore Maths App.

This is such a fun way to help my 4 year old daughter learn math. She knows all of her numbers, and can "add" when counting each set of objects, but she can't do the math in her head yet, which is what we are working on with this app. Not only is it engaging for her, but it helps build her confidence with cheerful encouragement when she makes a mistake and positive reinforcement when she gets it right. The videos are really cute, too. She feels so mature having an app that is just for her, and I love that it is helping me help her.

This app has it all! It boasts hundreds of new cool math games, videos and interactive surprises. Your kid is sure to love the new innovative system of motivation and rewards, lively music, colorful graphics and amusing animation. Parents will be happy too – while kids play the new fun math games, they will not need any assistance from grown-up.

FREE PRINTABLE WORKSHEETS

But that's not all. You can also try out the impressive collection of free printable worksheets and educational games on Kids Academy website. View a great variety of pre-school and kindergarten worksheets by topic and choose the perfect printables for your little learners. Download and print out the fun worksheets and give your kid a wonderful head start on math, writing, reading and other useful skills.

Click here to check out the Free cute worksheets for learning kids.

Teleflora Celebrates One Tough Mother

Mother's Day is almost here. If you haven't already, you will hopefully getting a gift for your mother, grandmother, wife, and/or another mother in your life. Even if you were not planning on it but you are financially able, please think about getting a little something (or even making something) for a mother that you know.

Many people don't understand just how much it means when someone acknowledges how hard you work and does something special to show you that you are important and appreciated. There are always those people who say motherhood is not a "real" job and that motherhood is not as hard as people think and things like that. Those people are not mothers.

Mothers are on call 24/7 365. They do many jobs. They are cooks, and child care workers, teachers, nurses, maids, chauffeurs, counselors, and so much more. No paid vacation, no sick days. Aside from that, many moms also work paying jobs on top of that.

Teleflora knows just how hard mothers work. They are celebrating "One Tough Mother". When they say "One Tough Mother" they mean me. They mean you and your mother and your sister and every mother you have ever known, and every other mother in the world. We are all tough. We are all strong, but we all struggle. We all try to be supermom, but really, there is no such thing. Not really.

There is only YOUR BEST. Whatever you can handle, whatever you can do. Love your kids and do your best and don't worry about anyone who doesn't know how hard you work. Never feel like you are not doing enough when you are doing all you can. Never feel you are not a great mother because you think you can't compete with this person or that person or that TV show or anything. YOU ARE ONE TOUGH MOTHER. 

Teleflora believes that every mother deserves to feel appreciate. They deserve something special. Motherhood is not always easy, but it is always worth it. The best gift is the wonderful experiences you get to have. It's the love that you feel that is stronger than you ever knew possible. But being given a gift is always nice.

Teleflora has so many beautiful bouquets. Any of their amazing arrangements would make an amazing gift to all the One Tough Mother's in your life. I had the pleasure of receiving the Luxurious Lavender Bouquet. It is stunning. Lilies are my favorite, but the entire arrangement is breathtaking.

As gorgeous as this bouquet and all of Teleflora's bouquets are, the real beauty will be in the thought behind the gift. Nothing means more than feeling appreciated. As a mother, I realize that now. I wish that I had shown my mother more appreciation when I was younger. I was not disrespectful or ungrateful, I just did not show her how thankful I truly was for everything she did for us.

We did not have much money growing up. In fact we usually didn't have any. As a child it is easy to focus on all the things you don't have compared to what other kids have. When you get older you realize that there was a real chance that you might not even have made it through without a mom who was so self-sacrificing.

She did whatever she had to to make sure we had a roof over our heads, clothes on our backs and food in our bellies. We may have had to go without a lot, but there were days she would not eat to make sure we had enough. Thinking back to things like that, I realize that a bouquet of flowers (however lovely they may be) is not nearly enough to show my appreciation, but it's a start.

I could not be the mother I am today if she was not the mother that she is. Like I said, there is a chance I would not even be here to write this post had she not been as strong as she is. She is definitely One Tough Mother, and I am very lucky.

So please, send a Teleflora bouquet, bake some cookies, make a scrapbook - do something to show all the One Tough Mothers in your life that you know how tough they are, how hard they work, and how much you appreciate them.

*Although I received this beautiful bouquet at no cost to facilitate a review, all opinions are 100% my own.*

Watch WrestleMania for FREE!

This week has practically been a blur. On top of my regular duties and responsibilities, I've been having some fun, Maybe a bit too much fun. Basically I am in a happy coma from all the amazing WWE programs I have been watching this week.

Of course, I watched Raw and Smackdown on the USA Network, and they were amazing (especially Raw), but this is WrestleMania week, and any WWE fan knows what that means - entertainment. After Smackdown on Thursday, was the Stone Cold Podcast with Austin talking to one of my all time favorite legends, Mick Foley. Mick is always so entertaining, and Stone Cold is as well. It was an awesome podcast.

Last night, was NXT Takeover Dallas, which was just incredible. The matches were all so amazing. Really, the wrestling last night was as good as any at a WWE PPV, these will go down in the history books. Titles changed hands, superstars debuted, and another superstar sat in the audience, perhaps teasing a transition to WWE. There was so much excitement, but if you have not seen it, I don't want to spoil it for you. It is a must watch.

The fun is only beginning, because tonight is the WWE Hall of Fame Red Carpet at 7pm (EST), followed by the WWE Hall of Fame at 8pm. The Red Carpet is so fun to watch. You get to see all the Superstars and Divas all dressed up, and they often bring their lovely families. Many of them get interviewed like any other award show red carpet. It is one of my favorite events of the year.

The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is such a special event. I love to witness the honoring of so many deserving legends. With names like Sting and the Big Boss Man being inducted as well as Snoop Dog in the celebrity wing and the Warrior Award for courageously making a difference, there is a lot of emotion. As great as it is to see the superstars themselves give their acceptance speech, it is sometimes more touching to see their inductor speak about how much they have impacted the business. The true measure of success is in how much you have impacted others.

Of course, this whole week and all the amazing entertainment is only an appetizer to the show of shows tomorrow. WrestleMania is a four hour wresting extravaganza, but the the action kicks off at 5pm (EST) with the preshow on the WWE Network, for a total of 6 hours of entertainment. The second half of that pre-show will also be aired on USA Network at 6pm, so those that don't have the WWE Network can watch it. Those people, though will either be paying $54.99 to watch WrestleMania on PPV, or they will not be watching it. 

For WWE Network subscribers, like myself, our $9.99 monthly subscription covers all of the programs I already mentioned as well as thousands of hours of content. Every PPV ever is on the WWE Network, as well as past episodes of Raw, Smackdown and NXT, original specials, documentaries and interviews, as well as original programming like Ride Along, Camp WWE, The Edge & Christian Show That Totally Reeks of Awesomeness and many more. And of course, that also includes WrestleMania, and every other PPV.

If you are not already signed up for the WWENetwork, first of all, what are you waiting for?

I can't fathom any WWE fan not being a WWE Network subscriber. Thankfully, if for some reason you have not yet taken the plunge, you can get your first month absolutely FREE! That means that all the programs I just mention, like the Hall of Fame, are FREE. And for the first time EVER, WrestleMania is FREE for new subscribers. That is insane!

I used to spend $54.99 a year just for WrestleMania. I would buy at least The Royal Rumble and/or SummerSlam also. Any 2 of those PPVs costs about the same as an entire year of WWE Network. That's 12 PPVs and thousands of hours of exclusive content for the price of 2 PPVs with a cable provider. You can't beat a deal like that. The only thing better is FREE, like the WWE Network is for new subscribers right now. You literally have nothing to lose except an expensive cable PPV bill. SUBSCRIBE NOW!

I hope that all of you will be watching the Hall of Fame tonight and WrestleMania tomorrow along with me. Nobody should miss Wrestlemania. It is the Superbowl of professional wrestling. Even if you are not a fan, this is a must see show. There is truly nothing else like it. I would love to hear your thoughts on the WWE Network, WrestleMania, or anything WWE related in the comments. I am always up to discuss WWE. Right now, though, I have to prepare to watch the WWE Hall of Fame Rad Carpet. Happy watching everyone.