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Surprize by Stride Rite Toddler Shoes – The Next Best Thing to Kids Going Barefoot

I’ve definitely learned my lesson when it comes to my kids’ clothes and shoes; they want to be in charge of what they wear! I no longer can pick things out for them without prior approval. So when we got to Target, my son decided which pairs of shoes we’d pull down from the shelves and try out. He’d already looked at these online, so he had high hopes when we arrived!

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3 Reasons to Visit Freeport, Maine (she: Liv)

The My Town campaign from the America’s Farmers Community Outreach programs, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, aims to raise awareness of all the benefits of living in small towns; whether it be communities coming together for a cause, or artisans sharing their craft and supporting local resources. In today’s post I’m sharing three reasons why I love returning to my own small town with my family in tow.

Whether watching the big game at home or at the stadium, these chili dogs would be a great addition to your tailgate spread.
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Chili Dogs – Perfect for Tailgating or “Home”-gating! (she: Liz)

Have you tried cooking hot dogs in a slow cooker? My family loved these chili dogs. And I like that everyone can customize them to their own taste. More chili, less cheese, no onions. You get the idea. All it took was a quick stop at Walmart and we were ready for a fun weeknight homegate party.

Shop Kmart to get the back-to-school essentials you need to make your kids' teachers a school supplies cake! See the how-to in today's post on www.orsoshesays.com.

School Supplies Cake – A Fun Way to Give Supplies to Teachers! (she: Liv)

This year, instead of just buying a box of school supplies and leaving it at the school’s office, I decided to make a cake! When I told my husband, he was so confused. He said he didn’t think homemade treats were allowed in the classroom. I explained to him I meant a cake made out of school supplies! Presentation can make all the difference in how a gift is received, and since I appreciate my daughter’s teachers so much, I wanted to show them with a little extra effort.

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Bookroo Subscription Book Boxes – Get 20% Off Today! (she: Liv)

I’m sure most people have heard of subscription services by now. You can get grocery staples delivered via subscription, or clothes, makeup, and so much more. Today I want to tell you about Bookroo, which is probably the most exciting subscription I’ve ever heard of (I majored in English, can you tell?!). Bookroo offers… you guessed it! BOOKS!

Get some winter wellness tips with the help of Vicks in today's post! See the details on www.orsoshesays.com.

Vicks Winter Wellness Tips – Survive Cold and Flu Season! (she: Liv)

I love using a humidifier. But what’s the point of putting moisture into the air, you ask? Well, lemme tell ya. The use of a humidifier can actually help prevent the flu virus from surviving in the air and on surfaces of your home. If avoiding barf isn’t reason enough to use a humidifier, I DON’T KNOW WHAT IS. But I *do* have some more reasons in today’s post, so check ’em out!