Reindeer Footprint Art Project

Reindeer Footprint Art Project     Ethan and I went on a hunt for a holiday craft that he would be able to do mostly himself to give as a gift. He decided that this Reindeer Footprint Art Project looked like fun. I absolutely handprint and footprint art because it helps capture their size and growth throughout the years. You will need: Paint: brown, red, blue and black. We did not have black so we mixed all the colors … [Read more...]

Microsoft Black Friday Deals are Live!

I am posting as part of the Windows Bloggers program. All opinions are my own. I'm incredibly excited to share these Black Friday deals from the Microsoft Store this year! I have several techies on my list to shop for and I've found a few fabulous deals to save a chunk of change! Whether your shopping for a gift or ready to gift yourself... I'm sure you'll find something to excite you! The Black Friday deals include: ·         Microsoft … [Read more...]

Microsoft and Back to School

Microsoft and Back to School I am writing this as part of the Microsoft Bloggers program. All opinions are my own. It seems like summer just started, but yet my children and I are already chatting about what teachers they are hoping to get. The stores are lining their aisles with the latest in backpacks and school supplies and the clothing stores are starting to get their fall/winter gear in. Pure craziness I tell you! Our house is a mix of … [Read more...]

Tech Gift Ideas for Graduation #MicrosoftBloggers

Tech Gift Ideas for Graduation This post is part of the #MicrosoftBloggers program. All opinions are my own. My son graduates from high school this year and my mind has been whirling trying to come up with the perfect gift for him. I wanted a gift that would not only be "fun", but also useful for him at college. For graduating high schoolers, it’s important to have an easy-to-use set of tools to manage their homework, extracurricular … [Read more...]

Make It A Lumia Valentines Day | 30% Off SnapCam Code | #MicrosoftBloggers

Make It A Lumia Valentines Day #MicrosoftBloggers Sample received. All opinions are my own.   A few months ago I shared my thoughts on Nokia's personal assistant, Cortana. I've had some time to get to know her, and I love how more organized my life is with her! So I was thinking... with Valentines Day right around the corner, why not think outside of the flowers and candy box and give her (or him) something that (a) will … [Read more...]

Last Minute Gift Ideas from Microsoft | New Years Resolutions and Trends

Last Minute Gift Ideas from Microsoft | New Years Resolutions and Trends I am writing as part of the Microsoft Bloggers ambassador program. All opinions are my own. It's getting down to the wire here and I, among hoards of many other people, were out shopping late last night. I would much rather be snuggled up on my couch with my kitty beside a roaring fire and twinkling lights. Instead, I was greeted with empty spaces on shelves, crowded … [Read more...]

7 Affordable Back to School Devices #WindowsChampions

7 Back to School Devices I am writing this post as part of the Windows Champions ambassador program. All opinions are my own. The school bell is ringing nationwide and the children are filing into the classrooms. Whether you have an elementary school student or college student, chances are they will need some sort of device. We are fortunate enough to live in a district that offers take home units for most of the children. Unfortunately … [Read more...]

TEN Windows 8 Travel Apps For Planning and Experiencing Your Vacation | #WindowsChampions

Windows 8 Travel Apps For Planning and Experiencing Your Vacation | #WindowsChampions I am writing this post as part of the Windows Champions ambassador program. All opinions are my own. Planning a family vacation can be incredibly stressful. Everyone has agreed they want or need a vacation, they’ve agreed to a specified date window, but nobody can seem to agree on where to go or what to do! I’ve done a little digging and found 10 incredibly … [Read more...]

FREE Microsoft Store YouthSpark Summer Camps | #WindowsChampions

FREE Microsoft Store YouthSpark Summer Camps Are you looking for something fun for your budding techie to do this summer? I’m excited to share that Microsoft Retail Stores are offering FREE YouthSpark Summer Camps this summer! The free camps available in 58 store locations provide technology training for kids ages 8-13 and will run from June through August. These camps include programming designed to teach kids computer science … [Read more...]

A Day At Microsoft Headquarters | #ChampionsSummit #WindowsChampions

A Day At Microsoft Headquarters | #ChampionsSummit #WindowsChampions Travel & accommodations courtesy of Microsoft as part of their Windows Champions program. All opinions are my own. Last month I had the honor of spending a couple of days in Seattle, Washington and rubbing elbows with several of Microsoft’s best PR reps. I was incredibly excited to visit headquarters. With a day full of I had no idea, it was surprise after … [Read more...]