TheMorrisonFamilyBlog

 Spring cleaning is in full broom here and my kitchen needed additional storage. The cabinets don't hold everything and the kiddos needed a snack station where they could grab something after school or in between meals to keep them from mutating to a Grumpy Gus. The solution? The TRINITY Storage EcoStorage 4-Tier NSF Shelving System we were sent for review. When the shelving arrived I was shocked by the quality. It is a heavy-duty commercial-grade unit with corner shelving. It would be perfect for a home, garage, kitchen, laundry room or any room that requires additional storage needs. I don't use the kitchen table area in my kitchen, we have a dining room so the kitchen seemed redundant. Trinity's 4-Tier Corner Shelving filled-in the gap and added some dimension to a corner. Trinity Storage Shelving System Requires NO Tools! There are no tools required for the easy assemble of this storage system . The system uses a slip-sleeve locking system. It's awesome because it g...

 For the last two weeks my immune system has failed me and let a cold take control of my life. I've been run down and trying to keep up. Then two days ago, when the cold medicine I was taking was gone and mucus-busting medication had dried out every orifice in my body to the point I was waking up three to four times a night trying to rehydrate my desert mouth, I remembered Smith Brothers had sent me a full line of products to help support your my immune system, conquer cold and flu symptoms, and help restore my of wellness following a sickness. I busted out my Smith Brothers Wellness pack and put them to use. This is a real-life review as I have used the full assortment of their products. Throat Drops:   Smith Brothers Cough Drops are specially formulated to give fast relief.  While they can be used to soothe sore throats, I have used them to quiet my dry-hacking cough and relieve hoarseness. They are available in eight flavors to include Wild Cherry, Black Licorice,...

 Sometimes there's a brand that is useful and fun. It blazes through social media sites. Right now, Diamond Candles is a brand on fire! We had to find out why. Our addiction began with this: The Lavender Lemon candle. When it arrived, the noses of all family members sniffed and declared it smelled really, really good. We set it on the mantle and lit the wick. My kiddos tend to gravitate to a flickering flame. They are cautious but are mesmerized by the dancing flame. They also want to be the one who gets to put the candle out when it's time. That's when they noticed this: The Divine Miss M read it and then shouted, "Mom! There's a ring in this candle and it could be a $5,000 one!" It's true. Every Diamond Candle comes with a ring nestled inside the soy candles with a surprise value of $10, $100, $1,000 or $5,000! Unlike their boxes of cereal with a hidden surprise, the candle created the issue of "How the heck do we get it out?" And then one ni...

 As a nursing mom for the fourth time, I have had my share of nursing bras - ugly stiff nursing bras.  They aren't fun to buy and definitely not fun to wear.  Cake Maternity has taken nursing wear to the next level with beautiful, comfortable underwear for pregnant and nursing moms. I recently tried the new luxurious Cotton Candy racerback nursing bra and panties.  Silky soft & built for comfort, its carefully positioned double-layered side sling, strength panels and T-back structure are designed to maximize lift and support.  I not only love the color - what girl doesn't find joy in cotton candy pink? - But I love the soft fabric that really supports my chest.  I like the racerback design too.  It is sleek, and it works well with a wide variety of shirts, especially those tank tops that we have to wear in SC!  It is easy to use as a nursing bra too.  The hooks easily come undone, and it's a breeze to get Clara eating in no time!  T...

 Finding the perfect bathing suit is a grueling process; it is probably the only shopping event of the year that I actually dread.  Searching through racks of swimwear that range from ultra-skimpy to frumpy is frustrating and usually leaves me feeling utterly depressed. Since I have entered motherhood, my body just isn’t the same as it was ten years ago, and although the mirror is telling me I can’t wear that string bikini anymore, my ego is not quite ready to banish my bikini.  This year Essential Swimwear has saved me from this dreaded experience. The Chocolate Brown Twist Front Top has rapidly become my go-to swimsuit this year. With its retro-style look, and its magical ability to hide my flaws, I feel confident and sexy as I soak up the rays.  The top was designed using extra fabric, which makes it perfect for my long torso. The additional fabric is also great because it creates ruffled pleats around my waist, which helps to camouflage my not so tight middle....

 The Q2 Internet Radio is one of the few items that has had my husband excited. It is absolutely awesome and getting a lot of use at our house! If you have never heard of Q2, allow me to show you just how cool (and cute) it is: This little box proves dynamite comes in small packages, at just four inches square, and is available in five fun colors, the Q2 has no button, no switches, no dials, and no screens. It's 100% motion-controlled, making this radio an interactive experience. It requires a wi-fi connection and allows you to listen to local, national or international radio stations. I use mine to tune into Adam Corolla and Joe Rogan's podcasts and the kiddos claim it to listen to Radio Disney . There are no service fees or subscriptions, which you gotta love! [caption id="attachment_15668" align="aligncenter" width="431"] The five colors available for the Q2 Internet Radio[/caption] The Q2 works with a PC or a Mac and offers incredible sound an...

  Toilet Tree Products were introduced into our home with their fogless mirror, which Jake uses.   Now we are discovering the quality runs high in all their products with our recent receipt of their Toiletry Bag.   My husband goes out of town sometimes for work and keeps a toiletry bag on hand to grab and go. The Toilet Tree toiletry bag allows him to organize all of his toiletries and take "home" with him while traveling.   Out of the box, I found this bag offers a heavy-duty bag with double stitching to keep everything together for a long time. It is designed to be water-resistant and has an easy to clean nylon fabric interior.   It offers a large double zipper compartment for easy access. The bottom of the toiletry bag has a separate compartment for storing three TSA approved travel bottles, already labeled for Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash . Here you'll also discover a toothbrush case and a collapsible cup with pill holder, making traveling easy. ...

 I love to be creative in the kitchen, and Skillet Bacon Jam has been a fun addition to my creativity. I think everything tastes better with bacon, and with Skillet Bacon Jam, it was far easier to make happen. I don't like the bacon mess cleanup, and Skillet Bacon Jam eliminated that while still giving me the bacon flavor. When it arrived, I was excited. I opened the sample jar, and it didn't look very appealing, but I'm not one to let that stop me--especially when it comes to bacon! Besides, I had read about Skillet Bacon Jam on their website and discovered this about them: We make this  bacon spread  condiment called bacon jam..you say what?.. that’s right,  we use niman ranch bacon and render it down along with onions, balsamic and other spices. It cooks for several hours until it is a perfect blend of smoky, tangy, savory and slightly sweet….basically spreadable bacony goodness!  USDA approved. Spreadable bacony goodness? How could anyone resi...