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The PennyWiseMama

Colorado Mom Blogger, Digital Influencer & Content Creator

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20 Fun & Festive Fall Activities for Kids

Fall is officially here! I love this time of year, not only because it's my birthday month, but also because the weather is perfect here in Colorado. We spend a lot of time outdoors when it's warm, ...

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Why Your High Schooler Needs a Chromebook

As I help my kids prepare for back to school, I'm feeling a mix of emotions. I'm excited for them to learn and succeed, but I'm also sad that summer break is almost over. I'm also feeling extra ...

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A Smartphone Plan Just for Kids

Over the past four weeks, I have partnered with Verizon to start the discussion with parents about when it's the right time to give your child a smartphone, as well as options for when you are ...

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  • Senior Homecoming 💗 I had so much fun photographing my son and his lovely girlfriend and their best friends. They are such beautiful couples! I’ve been doing more portrait photography and it’s made me realize how much I love it. It makes my heart so happy! 💕💕
  • Double tap if your skin could use some love! 💗 Let’s face it — now that I’m in my late 30s, my skin isn’t as youthful as it once was. I’ve tried tons of different brands and products to help with fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, etc., so I was so happy to discover @ernolaszlonyc, a skincare brand that has been around since 1927. The products have become a part of my daily ritual and I love them because they actually work! If you’re looking to combat signs of aging, you have to try Erno Laszlo’s Firmarine line, formulated to firm and lift your skin. It is AMAZING! The Firmarine Moisturizer SPF 30, Firmarine Lifting Serum, and Firmarine Night Cream have a nice, natural scent and go on smooth. I’ve been using them for over a month and I can already tell a difference in my skin — it looks brighter and smoother and it feels oh-so-soft! 🥰 Have you tried Erno Laszlo products? Which one is your favorite? #LaszloIcon 🎀
  • Just in time for fall 🍂, I got my first #FabFitFun box! #fabfitfunpartner Y’all, I am so in LOVE with everything!! Especially the Amika flat iron! 😍 Treat yourself to the new @fabfitfun fall box filled with full-size goodies and save $10 when you use promo code PENNYWISEMAMA at www.fabfitfun.com 💕 If you like trying new beauty products, you’re definitely gonna want to get your hands on this box! Check my stories to see more 😘
  • We had a fun little getaway to Steamboat! ⛰Visited the beautiful @vistaverderanch 🐴, went fishing 🎣, stayed in a cute little cabin🌲, ate great food 🍔, and on top of that, the girls won their first soccer game 3-0! ⚽️ Em scored one goal and Maddy had an awesome assist! Love this time of year in Colorado 💕
  • AD: School mornings can be crazy! To help them go more smoothly, I'm making sure that I keep my refrigerator and freezer stocked with a variety of wholesome and convenient breakfast options. My kids love juice, so we always have nutrient-packed @NakedJuice on-hand. They are 100% juice with a wide variety of flavors. Another new favorite is @JustCrackAnEgg breakfast bowls. They come in seven delicious varieties and are ready in two minutes — just crack an egg, stir, heat and enjoy! Not only are these quick and delicious options, but they are also well-balanced to help school mornings start off strong! As you send your kids back to school, make sure you shop the frozen and dairy aisles at your local grocery store. For yummy meal ideas and recipes make sure you check out @_easyhomemeals! What are some of your family's favorite frozen and/or refrigerated breakfast foods? #EHMBacktoSchool
  • AD Double tap if your kids are back in school! ✏️ My kids have been back for two weeks and they are already boycotting sandwiches in their lunch boxes, which means I’ve had to get creative! . As a busy mom, I love the convenience of @GreatDayFarms ready-to-eat hard-boiled eggs. My kids LOVE them! They are so easy to pack on busy mornings and they are a great source of protein, making them a great lunch option. . You can find Great Day Farms hard-boiled eggs at Walmart in the deli section. Make sure you load the current Ibotta offer to save $0.25 off of the 2-pack or $0.50 off of the 6-pack! {link in bio} #EggceptionallyGreat 🥚
  • #AD As much as I didn't want to shop for school supplies this year -- because that would mean another summer had come and gone -- I was excited to spend an afternoon with my kids. We shopped til we dropped at @OfficeDepot and found a wide variety of items at low prices. The awesome thing is we were able to check everything off of our list! . Still need to shop for school supplies? #OfficeDepot has everything you need for a successful school year, no matter what age. Click the link in my bio to learn more + check out all of the cool school supplies we picked out! 💕
  • I can’t believe my son is officially a SENIOR in high school! 💙 I am so proud of him and want to do everything I can to help him have a successful school year. . Almost all of his classes will require him to turn assignments in online, so it's an absolute must that he has a computer. Rather than having to use mine all the time, I decided it was time for him to have his own! . I’m all about saving money so I’m thrilled that we found an affordable option at Walmart. Click the link in my bio see what we picked out & read WHY I think every high schooler needs to have one! . Does your teen have his/her own computer? 💻#UpgradeYourExpectations #ad