Sponsor Takeover with Sarah

When and why did you start blogging?

I am the epitome of "third time's a charm" when it comes to blogging. I launched my first blog at the end of my first year in college (2010) "Bombshelled Glitter" I posted here and there but I really didn't put much into it as I was living the college dream. I didn't think much of it and ended up putting that blog on the very, very back burner. Once I started teaching in 2013, I launched another blog "Juice Boxes and Glitter" This blog I really did put a lot into. I kept up with it frequently and posted at least three times a week. Well, at the beginning of 2015, I decided to take the year off from teaching to go back to school and travel. That is where "Coffee&Glitter" started...clearly, glitter is a thing in my life. Anyways, I felt like it was more appropriate to launch a lifestyle blog to track the events of this year instead of flooding my teacher friends blog feeds with wishlists and recipes! I am really happy with the progress and growth of C&G and I am really happy that I chose to start another blog over just quitting for a year.

What's the story behind the name of your blog?

Well, as you read before, all of my blogs were "something"&Glitter. I am not entirely sure why but it sounded good to me and is something that I wouldn't have to change if I were to get married or have children anytime soon.

What is your go-to dinner recipe?

This is probably going to sound like the weirdest thing ever but I promise, it is delicious! I like to bake a sweet potato in the oven at 400* for 45 minutes.  Then, I will cut up an avocado into small squares and place it inside the sweet potato with feta cheese. Finally top with 1/4 cup of bbq sauce!-omg my mouth is watering now!

Do you think pets are people too? Why or Why not?

Haha this really isn't even a question in my little world! Of course I do! Our dogs are our babies. They go with us everywhere and are insanely spoiled.

What's the best beauty tip you have ever received?

Never go to sleep with makeup on-no matter how tired (or drunk) you may be! My mom gave me this bit of wisdom. Not only does it leave your pillows all nasty, it is horrible for your skin and-who wants to look like a raccoon when they wake up?!

What's your favorite board/card game to play and why?

I love cards against humanity! Even though it is a bit risque, J and I love playing this after a big family dinner!

It's Saturday night and you have two choices: 1. To go out on the town with your Blogging Tribe and have a spectacular girls night. OR 2. To rent movies, pop popcorn, drink wine in your PJs at a Blogger Sleepover. Which would you choose and why?

I would totally pick renting movies and having a blogger sleepover complete with wine and popcorn! I think that this would be a great way to get to know the rest of the girls and I mean, what is better than an adult sleepover? I would probably turn it into a mini spa night as well where we can do makeovers/masks/nails/and share beauty tips!

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Sponsor Takeover Q&A with Christine

Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to one of my dear bloggy friends, Christine, and her blog. The So-Called Homemaker is a blog about life at home and beyond! Christine is a WAHM and spends her days negotiating real estate contracts, cleaning, and changing diapers. On her blog you can find anything from recipes to real estate tips, book reviews to baby pictures. Lots and lots of baby pictures.

So without further adieux, let's hand the mic over to Christine. 

When and why did you start blogging?

I started blogging in December 2013 because I wanted a creative outlet. Little did I know that it would become such a huge part of my life with so many friends, too!

What's the story behind the name of your blog?

I call myself a “so-called” homemaker because I stay at home and take care of my family, but I am also a licensed realtor. So while I do things that a homemaker does, I also bring in an income!

What is your go-to dinner recipe?

Stuffed shells are my favorite!

Do you think pets are people too? Why or Why not?

Yes and no. Yes because they provide companionship and you can never feel truly alone when you have a pet around. No because I don't want my dog on my couch! Haha.

What's the best beauty tip you have ever received?

Be yourself! This applies to beauty and life in general! I don't wear makeup most of the time and I find it makes me feel more like I am me.

What's your favorite board/card game to play and why?

I love to plan Monopoly with my husband because we get really competitive and it's hilarious.

It's Saturday night and you have two choices: 1. To go out on the town with your Blogging Tribe and have a spectacular girls night. OR 2. To rent movies, pop popcorn, drink wine in your PJs at a Blogger Sleepover. Which would you choose and why?

Number two! PJs are so much less binding. :)

Such a cute family!

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Have you met Faith yet?

Happy Tuesday! Faith from Life with Mrs. G and The Artist is taking over Knock on Wood today while I'm off presenting that monster of a paper I wrote over the weekend and taking tests at school. I am so blessed to have "met" her and am having so much fun getting to know her through her blog and via text messages! I think everyone needs a little Faith in their life ( see what I did there?), so here she is!

When and why did you start blogging?

I started Life w/ Mrs G & the Artist 5 years ago just as a way for my family and friends to keep up with the stuff going on with us. I have always loved writing and so I thought .. why not start a blog. I also hope to write a book someday so I wanted to get a feel for writing something other than just stuff in my journal.

What's the story behind the name of your blog?

The story behind Life w/ Mrs G & the Artist is very simple. I wanted something that would involve both my husband and I because even though he doesn't really have much to do with the blog himself. I do talk about his quite a bit and he does indulge me every once in a while with a "boy behind the blog" post. So our last name starts with a G .. hence the Mrs G and the Artist for my husband because he literally a jack-of-all-talents.

What is your go-to dinner recipe?

Oh man, go-to meal...hmmmm..I have a couple that we switch between depending on the seasons. I love Tacos and it's really easy. Spaghetti & Jalapeno Garlic Bread is another one because we love Italian. The one we like the most is probably Chicken Pot Pie.

Do you think pets are people too? Why or Why not?

I absolutely think the world of our puggle, Max. He is our little baby and to us he is considered a person. We are most definitely animal lovers. I've always had pets going up and I plan to have them for my kids as well. They make life so much more enjoyed.

What's the best beauty tip you have ever received?

I'm so not a fashion/beauty person. ha! I do however hate to acne and for some reason my skin hates me so I get it a lot so I'm always looking for changes or things that I can do to help prevent it from showing up. And one of the more interesting things I heard was to de-germ your cell phone! I know most everyone probably already knows this but for this non-fashion/beauty person it was new. ha!

What's your favorite board/card game to play and why?

I LOVE games...and pretty much any kind of game. LG hates them so I don't play them to often but I think my favorite board game would have to be Apples to Apples or Taboo. I also love all the card games too. Uno, Skipbo, Phase 10 .. so fun!

It's Saturday night and you have two choices: 1. To go out on the town with your Blogging Tribe and have a spectacular girls night. OR 2. To rent movies, pop popcorn, drink wine in your PJs at a Blogger Sleepover. Which would you choose and why?

This question is the best!! I love hanging out with bloggers so I would do both but if I had to choose ..... it would probably be the sleepover!! ha! I'm still a teenager at heart and love those times when we have girls weekends and stay up hours talking and laughing. So much fun! And bloggers would be a blast...I mean, come on!!

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Sponsor Q & A With Our Favorite Llama

If you are from around these parts, you know that Melissa is my Llama, my real life BFF of 9 years, and just an all around awesome person. She blogs over at The Rambling Llama all about her life, her family, and everything in between. Today she is taking over to answer some questions for you all! Take it away Melissa!

When and why did you start blogging?

I originally started a blog in March of 2014. It was Crazy Camp Camacho, but sadly Google somehow deleted my entire gmail account... which of course included the blog. In June of 2014 (with Amanda's help) The Rambling Llama was born! Amanda has always been my biggest supporter, and actually encouraged me to start blogging!

What's the story behind the name of your blog?

Well, for Knock on Wood readers that don't know... Amanda helped me! (I did say that she's been behind my blog from the beginning!) She and I were texting, emailing, etc trying to come up with something clever. After Crazy Camp Camacho died (R.I.P.) we decided the blog needed to be re-branded. We tossed around names, plays on words, everything. I kept saying "Rambles" and she kept saying "Llamas" eventually The Rambling Llama was born!

What is your go-to dinner recipe?

Burritos! It's such a quick and easy dinner, and everyone in the house loves them! Plus, it gives me an easy way to throw in lots of veggies (hidden) in the tortilla. My son, Zander, even eats guacamole with burritos!

"hidden" veggies

Do you think pets are people too? Why or Why not?

Absolutely. Their personalities are incredible, and they are really intuitive to your feelings. My Gambit was just as excited as my babies to see me home at the beginning of the month. He knows when someone in the house is upset and tries to cheer them up with a big nudge. Not to mention all of the animals used in therapies and rescues. They're absolutely people too. Dogs and cats! Cats are just the stuck up ones in the house. ;)

What's the best beauty tip you have ever received?

"Don't use one color of eye shadow". I think this was from my aunt. I was in my early 20's and had bought a pallet of eye shadow, but my stubborn butt was only using one of the colors. I didn't realize the pallets were intended to blend together to create a better look. Also, "moisturize." After washing your face use a good moisturizer to keep your face looking youthful!

isn't she pretty?

What's your favorite board/card game to play and why?

Favorite board game is clue. I always like to be Ms. Scarlet because she's the pretty one. ;) LOL. I like trying to figure out the murder mystery. Favorite card game is Euchre. It's very similar to spades, but you only play with the 9 through Ace.

It's Saturday night and you have two choices: 1. To go out on the town with your Blogging Tribe and have a spectacular girls night. OR 2. To rent movies, pop popcorn, drink wine in your PJs at a Blogger Sleepover. Which would you choose and why?

Ooohh, both sound awesome. Can I pick both?? Just one? Ok... NUMBER ONE!
I'm a newly stay at home mom, and have had very little chances to go out on the town with my girls. I want to have a little fun, dance the night away, and enjoy the night! Plus who doesn't love a chance to dress up and look spectacular? Am I right?

Melissa Llama, Amanda, and Mel M circa 2008

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Sponsor Takeover with Kathy!

Hi readers! I want to take a moment to introduce you to one of my first bloggy friends, Kathy. She blogs over at Him & Me, but mostly me. She is the youngest of four and comes from an Argentinian family. Born and bred in Los Angeles and still lives there (lucky girl!). Kathy and Thomas got married on April 26, 2014 (just a week after I did!), and they are now the parents of a sweet Chihuahua mix named Lance. Kathy agreed to the name Lance so she won't be forced to name any of their future children that name. They do plan on starting a family in the next year or so, but in the meantime they are enjoying spending time together as husband and wife!

Now on to the fun Q & A section! Take it away Kathy!

When and why did you start blogging?

I originally started blogging sometime in 2002. I had graduated high school and sort of moved away for college and somehow I discovered Live Journal (remember those days, girls?). I’m not sure why I started it other than I like to write and express myself. I still have access to that blog and I printed out a bunch of them. It was more like what Facebook is now than a blog, though. I posted small things several times a day sometimes. Since then I’ve blogged mostly on, but had a year or two in which I didn’t.

What's the story behind the name of your blog?

I wanted to start blogging again about a year ago while I was in the midst of wedding planning and could not think of a name. I asked for lots of help in brainstorming from my friends and family. Finally we settled on Him & Me (But Mostly Me). It’s pretty self-explanatory – It’s a blog about our life, but really, it’s about me with him thrown in every once in a while.

What is your go-to dinner recipe?

My husband is very very picky when it comes to eating, but he has some staples he loves (chicken teriyaki, spaghetti, pizza bites, steak). So usually what I’m cooking is more for me. Currently it is pork chops. I buy the Saute Express form Land O Lakes and use that to cook the pork and then I pair it with sautéed onions and mushrooms – both very low calories. I’ll also add some additional frozen veggies.

Do you think pets are people too? Why or Why not?

Hmm, very interesting question. As most people around these parts know, I’m a new fur momma (read more about Lance). I love my puppy, but I am also very stressed out by him. He pees everywhere (I know, my fault) and I guess because he is cooped up during the day he wants to run around at night when I’m sleeping. We live in an upstairs condo so I know my downstairs neighbors don’t like the banging of shoes being played with at midnight. So to answer… I think that he isn’t quite a human to me yet, but I can see it happening once we get past these bumps.

What's the best beauty tip you have ever received?

I think I’d say that it was to simply not wear make-up. My mom work make-up when she was younger but grew out of it so I never was really interested. The only time I’ve really worn it was on my wedding day (read about Kathy's Wedding). Make-up ends up causing wrinkles in the long run, and I have enough of those already. The only other tip would be to put on face cream which I always forget to do. Bad Kathy.

What's your favorite board/card game to play and why?

Ohh Amanda, you know me well! I have a few. Thomas and I love playing board/card/dice games and have invested quite a bit of money into it over the past year. I love Munchkin, Kingsburg, and Quarriors right now. There is another one we have our eyes on for future purchase.

It's Saturday night and you have two choices: 1. To go out on the town with your Blogging Tribe and have a spectacular girls night. OR 2. To rent movies, pop popcorn, drink wine in your PJs at a Blogger Sleepover. Which would you choose and why?

I would most definitely pick #2. I am not an out on the town kind of person – it makes me anxious. I would just replace the wine with cocktails (vodka and cranberry juice is fine) and we’d be set. So when is the big date?

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