** This post about my Cricut projects contains affiliate links. I am compensated for purchases made through these links at no additional cost to you! If there's a positive that has come out of quarantine, it's that I am now the proud owner of a Cricut Maker. I have wanted to purchase one for some time, because I love to DIY and buy personalized gifts. When the lockdown began I became ... Read more
Sangria Mocktail With Perrier® Strawberry
** This Sangria Mocktail With Perrier® Strawberry post is sponsored by Perrier® but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Springtime means gorgeous weather and more time outdoors soaking in the sunlight. We love going on family walks to notice the changes spring brings, like blooming flowers, the return of perennial plants and the greener trees. After our walks we could use a ... Read more
Visiting the Chicago Botanic Garden After Reopening
We've been sticking to the quarantine life despite the reopening of many businesses and activities in the Chicago area. But when the Chicago Botanic Garden announced its reopening this month, we felt comfortable planning a visit. This is because its outdoors and visitors must make a reservations and pick a time slot for entry. While the entry time is reserved, you may obviously stay as long as you ... Read more
Trying Nohbo Coconut Soap Slips
In January I ordered Nohbo Shampoo Drops to try and review. The Nohbo company had been featured in an update episode of "Shark Tank" after its initial appearance in 2016. After that 2016 episode, I had ordered Nohbo Shampoo Balls, which were the original version of the eco-friendly shampoo balls. The order partially crumbled during shipping and I was unable to get my hands on another order in the ... Read more
A Quarantine Kindergarten Graduation
I am officially the mom of a first grader. Last week we celebrated V's kindergarten graduation via Zoom, as one does during quarantine. I realize most people care more about high-school and college graduations, but we love to celebrate these moments in our family. Of course, it's not what I envisioned the end of her first school would turn out to be. I pictured gathering in her school cafeteria to ... Read more
Family Picnics at Skokie Lagoons
Our family is still practicing social distancing despite the state of Illinois reopening gradually. To get out of the house, though, we've been enjoying family picnics at Skokie Lagoons. We've done this several times lately and it's been a welcome change of pace. The world is so heavy right now, so it's so nice sit in the sunshine, feel the breeze and watch the birds and other wildlife as we eat a ... Read more
Review of Traffic Secrets by Russell Brunson
** This post is sponsored by Traffic Secrets: The Underground Playbook for Filling Your Websites and Funnels with Your Dream Customers by Russell Brunson. All opinions are my own. My goal in 2020 has been to increase my blog traffic, so when the opportunity to participate in a 30-day challenge to do just that, I jumped at the chance. I recently finished reading Traffic Secrets: The ... Read more
Musee Bath Review: New Favorite Bath Bombs
While researching Mother's Day gifts that give back I came across Musee Bath, a Mississippi company that hires women in recovery, individuals with disabilities and people who have not had the opportunities of education. Their bath bombs, or balms, as they call them, looked nice and were fairly priced, so I ordered several for myself and for my sister-in-law. I have found my new favorite bath ... Read more
Finding the Joy During Social Isolation
In the first few weeks of social distancing, I was panicked, stressed and, frankly, depressed. I could not wrap my mind around what was happening. I was in denial about the changes we would have to make in the coming months. I told myself then that I would not force myself to be productive. I read a tweet that offered an important reminder: You are in a pandemic while still trying to work. It ... Read more
V’s Frozen 2 Birthday Party During Quarantine
** This post about V's Frozen 2 birthday party contains affiliate links. I am compensated for purchases made through these links at no additional cost to you. Thanks for supporting Floradise! My strong, brave, smart, funny and beautiful V turned 6 this week, and we celebrated her birthday quarantine style, that is via Zoom with our family. She is an Elsa fan, so she chose Frozen 2 as the theme ... Read more