Applebee’s | Behind the Menu | First Taste of Three New Weight Watchers Menu Items

Applebee’s Behind the Menu Friday February 18th Applebee’s invited a handful of bloggers to their headquarters in Kansas City, MO. for their first Bloggers Summit and a sneak peek behind the menu. We arrived bright and early for a yummy breakfast and a quick meet and greet before our tour of the building. I loved how bright, cheerful and inviting every corner of this building was. We also learned a little about Applebee’s and it’s … [Read more...]

Are You a Blogger Looking to Increase Your Fanbase?

Join us and GIVE AWAY AN iPAD2! Last time I did this my fan base exploded! $7 for Facebook $9 for Facebook and Twitter. PLEASE tell them Heather Smith (ourkidsmom) sent you! :O) There are 28 spots left… so hurry! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dHVlSDFlcjNBWXVWMUMwdElnNkhlakE6MQ … [Read more...]

Tassimo Recalls | PLEASE READ

Tassimo Single-Cup Coffee Makers Recalled by BSH Home Appliances Due to Burn Hazard I just read this online and our Tassimo is included. Since OurKidsMom has done a few giveaways for them, I wanted to share this in case your Tassimo is included as well.  Tassimo is urging us to STOP using the machine until we receive the easily ordered replacement part! WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in … [Read more...]

Finding Nemo in 3D Coming to a Theater SOON!

FINDING NEMO returns to theatres for the first time in 3D September 14th, 2012 Finding Nemo has been one of my all time favorite Disney movies that appeals to both my sons and daughters. I absolutely adore the job Ellen Degeneres did with Dory’s voice and personality ( insert “just keep swimming… swimming… swimming” here). Here is one of my favorite scenes when Dory and Marlin meet Bruce the shark. Imagine this in 3D!   I loved … [Read more...]

Challenge : #WIN Kenmore Prizes! | Kenmore Bloggers Summit Here I Come!

Next weekend I will be 1 of 44 bloggers that will have the honor of viewing and interacting with some of Kenmore’s most innovative products. I am beyond excited (and honored) to have this opportunity. When I get back I am sure I will have tons of fun stuff to share with you, but as a warm-up I’ve got a Reader’s Challenge for you… and there are prizes! The Challenge -         When tasked with the … [Read more...]

OurKidsMom is Seeking Sponsor(s) for BlogHer ‘12

Sponsor Me at BlogHer ’12 This year, OurKidsMom would like to attend the BlogHer ’12 Conference in New York, and I couldn’t be more excited!  BlogHer is an annual blogging conference that "will bring over three thousand attendees together from all over the world to share hands-on learning, rich discussions, opportunities to meet with the brands that support them and plentiful networking opportunities." This is a fantastic … [Read more...]

Cuties & Kids : WIN a College Scholarship & MORE!

Cuties & Kids: WIN a College Scholarship & MORE! My kids have enjoyed Cuties for quite some time now. They are the perfect size for them and they seem to prefer their sweet taste to a regular orange. I was happy to read this press release and thought the combination of Cuties and the fact you can win money for your kids to attend college was fabulous! ****** The kid-friendly California citrus that West Coast shoppers have grown to … [Read more...]

NEW Nintendo 3DS PINK Bundles for $169.99

NEW Nintendo 3DS PINK Bundles… If you are like me, you still have a people left on your list to shop for. Here’s a heads up for a great value Nintendo is offering this holiday!   On Sunday, Dec. 4, Nintendo launched new bundles featuring a PINK Nintendo 3DS™ portable system and either the nintendogs™ + cats: French Bulldog and New Friends or nintendogs + cats: Toy Poodle and New Friends software.    The limited-edition … [Read more...]

PBS Kids Presents Curious George Holiday Spectacular November 23rd

It’s hard to believe the holidays are right around the corner…but they are!  PBS KIDS is celebrating with a Curious George Holiday Spectacular, sure to become a holiday tradition!  PBS KIDS is monkeying around this holiday season. On Wednesday, November 23, PBS KIDS will feature the broadcast premiere of the original Curious George movie, which will air as part of the CURIOUS GEORGE Holiday Spectacular.  A three-movie on-air … [Read more...]

You’re Invited! Best Buy Black Friday Twitter Party : $500 in GC To Be WON!

It’s hard to believe that Christmas is actually right around the corner. Are you ready? Thanksgiving is quickly sneaking up on us this week which triggers Black Friday! Do you have plans to stay out all night or get up early? Join us on Tuesday for a Black Friday chat with Best Buy! Topic: BLACK FRIDAY! · How will you tackle Black Friday? Expect us to be talking about what you shop for, special sales you wait all year for, if you go out at … [Read more...]