This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Purina. All opinions are 100% mine. While I’m a dog lover too, I especially love our cats. We do hope to get a dog again some day when we live in a house that has a yard for them to run around in, but …
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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Johnson & Johnson. All opinions are 100% mine. Can you really buy everyday items at Warehouse Clubs? Back when my family first started visiting our first warehouse club, Sam’s Club, nearly 20 years ago (yikes - has it really been that long?!) you didn’t …
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sam's Club. All opinions are 100% mine. If you’re a new cat owner, do you know how to pick the best cat litter for your cat? Back when I was a tween, I wanted a kitten more than anything. We had a couple dogs …
The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free for this Jawbone UP review. I have to admit that the hardest part about a healthier lifestyle for me is making sure I take the time to get up off my …
I received a selection of indoor plants at no cost for spreading the word about How I'm Making Our Air Cleaner During National Indoor Plant Week. A few of the plants I received from Costa Farms for National Indoor Plant Week. Isn't the fern too cute? Working from home, I often don't think about how nice …
This beef pot pie recipe features rich beefy flavor with the hearty touch of veggies and includes a buttery and flaky crescent roll topping. Compensation for my time creating this beef pot pie recipe was provided by General Mills via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative …
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Buffalo Wild Wings. All opinions are 100% mine. 5 Tips for a Stress-Free Football Party Football season is here! That means it’s time to get your football party hosting on again. When hosting, it can feel like you’re spending more time in the …
This MEElectronics Sport-Fi S6P In-Ear Earphones Review was conducted with product provided at no cost. Okay, let's go ahead and admit it: many of us are guilty of needing to get up off our butts and to move around more, right? I know I sure am! However, I'm probably one of the world's worst at motivating …
This post abut how I've been keeping my energy up on the go is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Energems. How I've Been Keeping My Energy Up on the Go with Energems Do you ever have times in life when you're on the go go go and sometimes need a bit of …
This article was originally posted September 9, 2013 and last updated June 20, 2019. I love our cats dearly and wouldn’t trade them for anything. It’s very rewarding to own cats, especially ours as I often think they act more like dogs than cats. We love dogs as well and have had many in the …
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Republic Wireless. All opinions are 100% mine. I don’t know about you all, but it’s hard for me to remember life before cell phones, even though I didn’t have my first personal cell phone until 5 or 6 years ago. I remember growing up, …
I received the following products at no cost to facilitate this honest HelloFresh fresh meal delivery review. Once upon a time I will admit that Mr. Savvy and myself ate a lot of convenience food kits because we were under the impression it was both cheap and time-saving. We were still putting the foods together …
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kimberly-Clark. All opinions are 100% mine. Education is one of the most important factors that can affect our children for the rest of their lives. So, we of course all want to provide them the very best school experience and atmosphere as possible, right? …
5 Tips for Making Back to School Season Less Stressful Does back to school season get so stressful for you that you start going gray or pulling your hair out? Do tantrums over getting out of bed, eating breakfast or getting dressed have you running out the door late on those first days back to …
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Vipre. All opinions are 100% mine. Use these 5 ways to help keep your computer secure from malicious attacks and unwanted eyes. 5 Ways to Help Keep Your Computer Secure Chances are, if you're reading this post, you frequently use a computer and surf the web, …
This post with 5 tips for surviving being newlywed and broke is a sponsored post. I am a member of the Entertainment New Media Network, and we help promote, sometimes for a promotional fee, entertainment industry projects we find meaningful. As always, all opinions are honest and my own. For a full disclaimer, visit www.ENMNetwork.com/disclaimer. …
This Chocolate Mug Cake can be ready in minutes and is perfect for just one or 2 servings. Ladies, I'm sure you are all too familiar with those days we just can't shake that chocolate craving. You know, those days where you feel like you're going to have to hurt someone if you don't have …
I was provided the product at no cost in exchange for my honest TravelWise Packing Cube System review. Ladies, when you travel, does your suitcase ever end up looking like your purse? You know, a tangled mess full of so much stuff that you can never find the one thing you're looking for? Gentlemen, are …
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Dollar General. All opinions are 100% mine. Happy August! The kids will be back in school before you know it, if they aren't already! That means it's time to get crafty with after school snacks again. Do your kids get tired of the same …
This article about 5 Budgeting Tips for College is sponsored by Amazing on a Budget by Walmart [dot] com. Heading off to college is a super exciting time in ones life! However, unless you happen to have a LOT of money saved up, have scholarships or help with your tuition, it can definitely put a …
I received the following item at no cost in exchange for writing this honest American Tourister Colora 20" Spinner Luggage Review. Product: American Tourister Colora 20" Spinner Styles: Comes in Raspberry (pictured), Lime Green and Orange colors Buy It: You can currently find the American Tourister Colora 20" Spinner at Amazon.com. The exterior "front" of the bag also features a …
This loaded chicken nachos recipe was made with salsa and compensation for other ingredients provided by Martinez Salsa. One of my favorite cuisines to eat when we go out is Mexican, but lately we've been trying to eat out less and less for both our health and budget. Nachos are one of my favorite appetizers …
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Parking Spot. All opinions are 100% mine. 6 Tips for Stress-Free Air Travel Can you believe I'm nearly 28-years-old and have never flown before? I know, I know, but it's true! I really do hope to fly within the next year or so, …
We're always hearing how avocado is so good for us but can it really be true? It certainly is when it comes to some things such as these 4 ways avocado is a healthier alternative to mayonnaise. This is a sponsored article written by Smart Savvy Living on behalf of Avocados from Mexico. Being a …
This Mediterranean Turkey Club Sandwich recipe was made with ingredients and monetary compensation from Mezzetta. Growing up I didn't eat very many sandwiches other than the occasional fried bologna with cheese or banana and peanut butter, two common southern staples. My mom was never a huge fan of sandwiches, so it's not something I was …
Here's a free printable 4th of July word search for the kids to enjoy! Happy (almost) 4th of July! The year is almost halfway over, which means the 4th of July is just a few days away. As a kid, and still even today, I absolutely love word searches. I never even realized at the …
This quick coconut cream pie literally takes minutes to make. I'll admit that I love cake more than pie, but I do enjoy my fair share of pies as well. Mr. Savvy says I like cake so much just because it's a carrier for frosting, and he just may be right about that. However, he …
I received product samples and a gift card at no cost in exchange for an honest Campbell's Skillet Sauces review which resulted in a super yummy Quick Chicken Marsala recipe! Update: The way this product may have changed from when I originally posted this review back in 2013. Several have commented that the sauce is …
This homemade hot fudge sauce recipe is the perfect topping for all those summer sundaes! Earlier this week I posted the Homemade Vanilla Fudge Swirl Ice Cream recipe (no ice cream maker needed) that he requested to go with marble cake for his birthday dessert. A few months ago, I posted our new favorite homemade ice …
Homemade Vanilla Fudge Swirl Ice Cream for those of us that can't decide between chocolate or vanilla? Yes, please! Last year I came across a super delicious 3-ingredient ice cream recipe that required no ice cream maker. If you didn't read the original post, it was quickly declared Mr. Savvy's favorite ice cream ever, …
Whether you have no grill or it's just raining or too hot or cold outside - here's an Easy Oven-Baked Barbecue Chicken Recipe! Some of my favorite Summer eats are salads, fresh fruit and barbecue anything with a nice tall glass of sweet iced tea or lemonade. However, we aren't all lucky enough to have a grill …
Who says making cheesecake has to be a long and stressful process - just make cheesecake stuffed strawberries! I happen to think one of the best Valentine's Day gifts are chocolate covered strawberries. However, when you buy them they can be a bit expensive - as much as $1-2+ PER strawberry - if not more. …
Southern Banana Pudding Recipe With Made From Scratch Pudding/Custard - that's quite a mouthful isn't it? Banana pudding is a common dessert with many different variations, at least here in the south. Some people use vanilla wafers, while others use Chessmen Cookies. The filling can be made from scratch, or using boxed pudding or even …
This 3 ingredient homemade ice cream recipe takes just minutes to put together for some of the creamiest ice cream ever. The best part is you don't even need an ice cream maker! I don't know about you, but no matter if it's nearly 100° or even near 0°, I love ice cream year round. …
One of my favorite things about all the various holidays is having an excuse to make all sorts of special decadent and delicious treats and dishes. While I always look forward to having ham and sweet potatoes on Easter, I also love the sweet treats like carrot cake, chocolate nests, etc. This year I wanted …
Happy Easter! One of my favorite things about Easter are all the super cute treats that just scream spring. While I love the traditional carrot and coconut cakes, etc. this Easter Egg Nests recipe has been a favorite since I was a young child. One of my favorite sweet and salty snacks are chocolate covered …
I've been making this Homemade Yeast Rolls Recipe for years now and it's never failed the multiple times I've made it. And believe me, I had a lot of failures before this yeast roll recipe! To me, there's not much better in the food indulgence realm (outside of desserts, of course) than freshly made bread. Bread still …
This broccoli, bacon, and potato chowder with cheese is a hearty, filling soup that won't leave you looking for a snack in an hour. This is a sponsored article written by Smart Savvy Living on behalf of Velveeta. Are you a gold digger? You know, the liquid kind. I absolutely am and if you are …
This Rotel Mexican Rice Recipe is perfect with chicken, beef, tacos, and more. This rice isn't overly spicy but has just a bit of a kick to make it tasty enough to eat on its own or can stand up to being covered in a sauce. Mexican food is one of my favorite cuisines, though …
Can cheaper knives really be quality and get the job done? Read our Good Cook Nonstick Cutlery Review to get our opinion. Smart Savvy Living was provided with products at no cost to us for this Good Cook Knife Review. All opinions are honest and our own. 2023 Update: I can't believe we've been using these …