Getting to attend a conference like BlogHer 2016 was truly a one of a kind experience! Meeting so many people and learning about great companies/products was amazing. I was especially fond of the Best Buy booth.

Like most bloggers, I’m glued to my phone 24/7. Anytime something new comes on the market, I’m tempted to upgrade. Have you seen the Samsung Galaxy Note7? OMG, this “phablet” is incredible! The screen is huge and scratch proof and you can draw, write, and edit with the S pen. It’s water resistant, has a long lasting battery with a fast, wireless charger, and excellent sound quality.

Along with phones, Best Buy can help with phone plans. About 50% of people overpay on their cell phone bill. By using the Mobile Plan and Compare tool, you can find exactly what you need at the right price. This service is available at every Best Buy location. Stop in today and let them help you. Just don’t be surprised if you leave with a Samsung Galaxy Note7!

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Can chips and salsa alone be considered a meal? At my house, it sure can! When a very sweet friend called to say she was coming over to visit and bringing some fresh veggies from her garden, I was in heaven (my own garden did very poorly this summer, due to extreme temps. and a drought). Her gift consisted of a huge brown paper bag filled to the brim with tomatoes, zucchini, and corn.

Seeing all those yummy tomatoes made me instantly start craving salsa. Fortunately, I had every needed ingredient on hand and mixed them with some onions, lime juice, garlic, and tons of cilantro. Oh, and salt; we are salt freaks!

Without the least bit of shame, I’m admitting we majorly pigged out, finishing the entire bowl and a family size bag of chips—just the two of us! As we enjoyed a snack attack, we watched two back-to-back episodes of Maury. (You ARE the father! No, I’m not…Yes, you are!!!) How is it that a show devoted entirely to paternity tests remains exciting to watch every.single.time?! I’ve been a Maury fan for over 20 years and will be one forever.

While it’s normal to look forward to holidays and special events, sometimes we underestimate how much fun a “normal and boring” day can actually be. Some food, a friend, tons of laughs, and a little trash TV—sounds like an awesome time to me.