I’ve recently run into quite a few snide and rude comments on blogs and other social media outlets that leave me with my jaw dropped and totally without words. The comments are usually geared towards someone in particular and usually in response to a choice that person has made. My mom always said, if you can’t say something nice don’t say anything at all. I have never met a Mom that has said “I don’t care about my kids.”. I have heard of … [Read more...]
Exergen Temporal Artery Scanner Thermometer Review
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Exergen Temporal Artery Scanner Thermometer When you have a sick child in the house or family member what is the main thing you always need to have on hand? A trust worthy accurate thermometer that you know will work the first time. I have fought with my son when he was a infant to sit still long enough to hold that little thermometer under his arm. He would scream and cry from me holding him still and I would get frustrated because it … [Read more...]
Monday Morning Link Up | Giveaway Linky
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, Welcome to Monday Morning Link Up! This is a great way to spread the word about your giveaways and find a few to enter as well! The rules are simple: 1) Giveaways must be family friendly 2) Check out a few giveaways for yourself! (there is no obligation to enter any) Here are my giveaways ending in the next seven days… The Cat in the Hat on DVD ends 8/27 My First Disney Princess Birthday Set ends 8/30 $20 … [Read more...]
Tools for Back to School with Boys & Girls Club
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Many of us are in full shopping mode because Back to School season is here! What are some of the things you do to prepare your children to head back to school? I generally shop for school supplies, clothes, shoes and then of course hair cuts. There are many families that cannot afford to do all of this... it can get expensive especially with multiple kids! Boys and Girls Club of America (BGCA) and Disney have partnered to launch the Tools for … [Read more...]
Naturalizer Shoes & Boots | [CLOSED GIVEAWAY]
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Here we are again! I am sharing my goodies that I brought home from BlogHer ‘12 with you! This time I am giving away a pair of Naturalizer Shoes or Boots! Yep! Seriously! ONE lucky reader will win a promo code that is redeemable at www.naturalizer.com for one free pair of shoes or boots (excludes the purchase of Naya or Ryka footwear). I have read and re-read this coupon five times... there is no mention of a maximum dollar amount. May not be … [Read more...]
Artificial Trees for Your Holiday Decorating
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Artificial Trees for Your Holiday Decorating It's never too early to start planning for your holiday celebration. From the menu to the decorations and invitations, it can be fun to plan for your holiday bash. Start by choosing the right decorations that will give your home a warm and welcoming feel. Outdoor Holiday Decor There are many ideas for festive outdoor decor. Traditionalists love wreaths, swags and white Christmas lights. Adorn … [Read more...]
Are You Raising An Adventurous Kid? | 5 Ways to Get Your Kids Outside
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Are You Raising An Adventurous Kid? When I was little, I remember begging to go outside to play with the neighborhood children the minute I was done with breakfast and wasn’t ready to settle down inside until the sun set after dinner. I would be exhausted, smelly, dirty and very happy. I had the opportunity to write a guest post on this topic that includes 5 ways to get your kids outside over at Jen and Barb, Mom Life ... a site … [Read more...]
Nickelodeon’s Big Time Movie and Rags: Double Movie
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Nickelodeon’s Big Time Movie and Rags: Double Movie The boys of Big Time Rush and Keke Palmer are bringing the latest smash original Nickelodeon TV movies to DVD. The two hours of musical fun include Big Time Movie where the boys save the world with an awesome Beatles soundtrack. With their bags switched at the airport, they inadvertently gain possession of a fearsome device that, in the wrong hands, could destroy the world. Also included is … [Read more...]
Hasbro Let’s Rock! Elmo & Play-Doh Swirling Shake Shoppe Review
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Let’s Rock! Elmo & Swirling Shake Shoppe There are two things in this world my two love right now... Elmo and Play-Doh. Fortunately for them Hasbro asked us to take a peek at two of these fun toys! Let's Rock! Elmo is a fun animated toy that bops along to the music with your child all the while playing a musical instrument. Elmo will play his tambourine, drums or hold a microwave and jam out! Product Description: It’s music time! … [Read more...]
Microsoft Live Webcast At BlogHer Recap | What’s New For Microsoft | Upgrade Offer & Back 2 School FREE XBOX
I think I am finally catching my breath after our whirlwind weekend at BlogHer! There is so much to tell everyone about, but first off I would love to share some of the fun Microsoft tidbits I learned! Windows 8—I spent an hour with Windows reps learning a little bit about Windows 8 that is due to launch October 26th. I got to see it in motion and also played with it a tiny bit. To be honest, I even teared up a bit while playing with it (yes, … [Read more...]
