Baby, it's hot outside and only an ice-cold drink will do. Make sure it's not watered down with these 7 easy ways to keep drinks cold without ice. Here in the south, it gets hot and feels even hotter because of the humidity. If you spend any time outside you'll want an ice-cold drink to …
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Ever reached for a carton of your favorite ice cream and found icy grit instead of smooth creaminess and no idea what happened? Check out our tips for how to make ice cream smooth and not icy. Indulging in a scoop of smooth, ultra-creamy ice cream is one of the most decadent indulgences, especially during …
Learn the best way to clean mushrooms in this comprehensive guide. This includes tips for what kind of tools you’ll need, the best way to clean them, and how to store them. I absolutely love mushrooms. They provide a deliciously rich and meaty flavor that compliments a variety of dishes. Mushrooms can even be the …
Have excess candy from a holiday or special occasion that has you wondering what to do with leftover candy? Read on for several ideas! Have leftover candy that keeps calling your name? Maybe you didn't have as many trick-or-treaters as usual or your kids brought home a ton. I know I can't have an excess of …
Have old manual toothbrushes or electric toothbrush heads lying around that you aren't using? Check out these 5 ways to reuse an old toothbrush instead of just throwing them away. I've always used the old manual toothbrushes. I'm usually one of the first followers when it comes to new tech, but not when it comes …
These 10 tips to keep your Thanksgiving organized and stress-free are sure to help whether it's your first time hosting or it's become your tradition. Thanksgiving is meant to be a time of being thankful and enjoying the company of family and friends - not a day of stress and pulling your hair out! However, …
I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like when I found out if I had cancer or not. If you’d like to start at the beginning with my experience of having an 82-pound large ovarian cyst you may want …
I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like when I went from thinking I'd no longer be vomiting and would be enjoying real food again to getting an NG tube put in instead. If you’d like to start at …
Still haven't found the perfect litter box or litter scoop for your feline family? Check out our iPrimio Stainless Steel Litter Box and Litter Scoop Review to see if they may be the perfect fit for you. Purple Pet iPRIMIO provided Smart Savvy Living with the litter scoops and litter box reviewed below in exchange …
Do you wish you knew how to cook white rice that actually turns out good? With these cooking white rice tips, you can! White rice is something we tend to eat a lot of. It's cheap and quick to make with very little prep work. Add some butter and salt and it's a great simple …
So, you've got everything for your move prepared. But - are you prepared for life right after the move? Check out these super important 5 things to do after moving. This is a sponsored article written by Smart Savvy Living for Savings.com. Moving is never fun. It's actually quite stressful no matter how well you …
I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like immediately after my ovarian cyst surgery. If you’d like to start at the beginning with my experience of having an 82-pound large ovarian cyst you may want to go to my first …
I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like after I went back to the ER and was awaiting surgery. If you’d like to start at the beginning with my experience of having an 82-pound giant ovarian cyst you may …
Do you have chronic back pain or had surgery and can't bend over? These items that make life easier are super helpful! Being able to bend over to do everyday chores or to simply pick something off the floor is often taken for granted until you can't anymore. I know that was definitely the case …
I had an 82-pound giant ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here's what life was like for the six days between diagnosis and when I went back to the ER where I was basically bedridden. If you'd like to start at the beginning with my experience of …
While all the ghouls and ghosts have fun during Halloween it can be a stressful time for your pets. Check out these 5 ways to keep your pets safe during Halloween so they don't feel like a trick's been played on them. We all love our pets dearly and would never want any harm to …
I went to the ER and was diagnosed with an 82-pound large ovarian cyst. No, 82 pounds is not a typo. Here's my experience in the ER waiting to see what was wrong with me. If you're new here, I recently started a series about my finding out I had an 82-pound giant ovarian cyst growing …
Do you have towels or clothing that smell musty no matter how many times you've washed them? Keep reading to see how to get musty mildew smells out of towels and clothing. Have you ever forgotten a load of laundry in the washer for a couple of days and the laundry smelled terribly of musty …
Doing some baking but your brown sugar is rock hard? Check out how to soften brown sugar with our easy tips. From nearly hockey pucks to downright cement-like texture hardened brown sugar has often been a bane of my baking endeavors or just when I go to add some to my oatmeal. I'm not a fan …
Just about all of us would love to be able to lose a few pounds quickly. Here's my personal experience of how to lose 100 pounds quickly in a surprising way. Yep, I lost 100 pounds quite quickly. I lost 100 pounds overnight as a matter of fact. I went to the hospital weighing 342 …
These tips for beautiful healthy smiles will help you make a great first impression. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Oral-B and Crest at Sam’s Club. The opinions and text are all my own. Did you know that research has shown that more than 80% of adults say the first …
Wondering how to improve gum health and why it's so important? Today's article is a reminder to look after your dental health! This is a sponsored post written by Smart Savvy Living on behalf of P&G. All opinions are our own. We all hear about how we need to brush our teeth more to keep …
Want to help your local animal shelter but have no idea what to do? Here are several things to donate to animal shelters that will help them a ton! This post is sponsored by Cat's Pride but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Animal shelters depend on donations from people like you …
Need a new mattress but have no idea which to get? Check out our Sweet Zzz Affluent Mattress review to see if it may be perfect for you. Smart Savvy Living received a complimentary mattress to facilitate this review. There are so many types and brands of mattresses out there these days. It can be …
Wish you could help out shelter cats but you just can't adopt right now? Keep reading to find out how to help shelter cats even if you can't adopt. This post is written by Smart Savvy Living and sponsored by Cat's Pride. All opinions expressed are our own. Odds are that if you …
When's the last time you maintained your HVAC? Check out our 5 home HVAC maintenance tips to make sure it's in tip-top shape. Smart Savvy Living has partnered with Sears Home Services to bring you this post. All opinions are our own. After a long day of work, everyone wants to come home to a …
High-protein snacks help you stay full and more energized on even the busiest of days. Check out these 10 high-protein snacks perfect for on the go. For me, it's important to have at least one high-protein snack during the day. It helps me to feel more energized instead of wanting to take a nap …
Looking for animal themed throw pillows? Check out our favorite throw pillows perfect for animal lovers. I'll admit that once upon a time I really didn't care for throw pillows. I thought they were boring with their plain jane colors. Not to mention that they often seemed to just get in the way. Today, though, …
Have you been wanting a new mattress but are totally overwhelmed by all the options out there? Check out our NECTAR Mattress review to see if it's the mattress for you. Smart Savvy Living received a complimentary NECTAR mattress and pillows to facilitate this review. Have you been wanting a new mattress but are totally …
Do you often need to take salads, meals, and snacks on the go? Check out our Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE Salad & Snack Set Review to see if they can help make your life easier. This is a sponsored article written by Smart Savvy Living on behalf of Rubbermaid®. About The Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE Salad & Snack Set …
When was the last time you did a deep clean of your home? Check out our free printable indoor fall cleaning checklist to help you get back on track. I'll be the first to admit that I don't enjoy cleaning at all. I do a lot of light cleaning and everyday pickups but I'm a …
Have you ever tried charcoal grilling or maybe haven't had good experiences with it in the past? Check out our 5 tips for how to use a charcoal grill to help yourself become a better grill master in no time. I love grilling outdoors and it was always such a special treat to break out …
Trying to eat healthier but everything tastes like cardboard? Try out these 10 healthy seasonings to make healthier foods taste good. We all know that eating healthy is important but after a while, it can feel like you're in a rut eating the same things or that you're eating cardboard. That makes it easy to …
Wondering if the Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Saver really works? Keep reading our Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Saver Review to find out! This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Rubbermaid. All opinions are my own. I feel so lucky that we are blessed to almost always have a really well-stocked fridge. I love that we live in a time …
Have laundry that smells musty but no idea why? Check out our tips on how to prevent musty smelling laundry. We all have our favorite outfit or that super fluffy towel we'd hate to part with. But, if it happens to start getting that funky mildew smell you may feel you have no other choice. How …
This post is sponsored by coupons.com, however, all opinions are 100% my own. Wondering what to put in your child's Easter basket this year? Check out these 5 children's Easter Basket filler ideas that most kids are sure to enjoy. One of my favorite local stores to shop at is Kmart as it's a great …
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. Dyson is known to make high-quality products worth the price tag. Is their new hair dryer the same? Check out our Dyson SuperSonic Hair Dryer review to see our thoughts. I've …
This post is sponsored by Coupons.com. All opinions are 100% my own. When you walk into our house it's pretty obvious we love our cats dearly. You'll find toys and cat furniture in just about every room as we consider them a part of the family and want nothing more than for them to be …
Always starving? Check out my 5 tried and true ways to eat healthy and still feel full. This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/ Meta Appetite Control. I've always tended to be more of a snacker than full-meal eater. Unfortunately, when snacking I usually mindlessly eat, which meant I was eating too much. You can …
Looking for an easy DIY Christmas decoration? This DIY Wood Christmas Tree is easy to make and super festive and customizable. One of my favorite times of year to decorate is for Christmas. However, we have cats who are full of mischief and love to knock things over and turn everything into their newest favorite …