How to Become and Influencer and Work with Brands: BLOGHER 19

August 27, 2019

Benefits of attending Blog Conferences

One of my biggest tips when people ask me how to work with brands, and how to become an influencer and content creator is to be sure to attend in person conferences!  I have been attending conferences and summits for over 10 years now, I have even presented at many of them!  There is so much value in likeminded individuals coming together to learn, grow, and share as a community to help lift each other up!

BlogHer Creators Summit Conference 2019 NYC

BlogHer Creators Summit is going on it’s 15th year, and I am so excited to be a part of it!  It will be a day and a half of A-list speakers, educational workshops, inspirational panel discussions, wellness and beauty activations, and networking with the top brands with fellow bloggers, content creators and influencers! And, did I mention it is in one of the greatest cities in the world?  Hello New York CITY!!!  What an amazing opportunity!

And, if that alone hasn’t talked you into it, here are,

5 Reasons You Should Attend a Blog Conference & The Benefits of Attending BlogHer Creators Summit 2019:

  • Networking and Meeting New People:  You never know who you are going to sit by when an amazing collection of like-minded women who are content creators and change makers are gathered in the same room.
    Benefits of attending Blog Conferences


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Perfect Summer Peach Cobbler with a Gluten Free Version

August 23, 2019

Peach Cobbler, Gluten Free Recipes, Peach Cobbler Recipe, Summer Recipe, Peach Season

Like I always say, “Peach Season is the Best Season!”  And, I am coming at you with one of my favorite peach cobbler recipes!  It is super easy, and guess what?  I also have a Gluten Free Peach Cobbler recipe to share with you too.  It’s like a two for one deal today!

And, while we are talking about Peach season.  If you haven’t tried my Fresh Peach Cream Pie recipe, well then stop what you are doing right now and head over there and pick up some extra peaches and make that recipe too.  I am telling you, you won’t be disappointed!  It’s been a favorite of many over the years, and my number one recipe of choice when fresh peaches are in season!

Anyway, back to the Cobbler!  My friend Miko shared her cobbler recipe with me years ago, and I’ve made a few adjustments, and we have enjoyed this cobbler over the years!  I wanted to get it written up somewhere because every time I make it on instagram, I get so many questions about the recipe!  So here you go!  And, stay tuned for the gluten-free version below!  You can always substitute the original recipe for gluten-free flour.  We have also tried that in the past, and it has been great!  This new Gluten-free recipe is a little different, and I like the combination of flavors it brings!

Peach Cobbler, Gluten Free Recipes, Peach Cobbler Recipe, Summer Recipe, Peach Season

Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe
makes 8-10 servings

Peach Filling
4-6 cups fresh peaches, skinned and sliced (about 6-8 medium to large peaches)
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon corn starch
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Put into a medium saucepan and bring to a rolling boil, then turn off the heat.  Keep warm.
Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread cooked peaches evenly in dish.


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Buena Park California // Family Foodie Guide

April 16, 2019

Knotts Berry Farm Family Friendly

Spring Break was good time this year, we hit Southern California and lucked out with the most beautiful weather!

I was planning to speak at Alt Summit Conference in Palm Springs, and realized I would be missing Thomas’ 8th birthday, so I had my family fly out a few days early from their Spring Break and meet me in Buena Park and stay at the Knotts Berry Farm Hotel for some fun!  The kids loved the Snoopy Suite and the fun pool and splash pad area!  It made it super convenient to stay right near the park too!  We had such a good time, and hit up some new to us gems around town to eat at!

Knotts Berry Farm Hotel Pool Knotts Berry Farm Hotel Pool

I’ll be sure to share them all below if you are in the Southern California area, this will make for a great Family Foodie Guide to Buena Park!

Knotts Berry Farm

With our kids all being over 48 inches now, they crave some bigger rides!  We have found that Knotts Berry Farm is the perfect place for our family because it offers a little bit of everything!


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