Not Just a Shredder
October 31, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under fellowes, office supplies, shredder, women's sm biz month
Tweet My mom, a small business owner, was able to try the Fellowes PS-79Ci Shredder, in honor of Women’s Small Business Month (October). Here’s what she had to say about it… As a small business owner, I handle a lot information that I cannot just toss away. Consequently, I have bags of papers and sensitive [...]
I’m a Believer!
October 31, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under AEB, breakfast challenge, eggs
Tweet I have become a believer in breakfast! Eating a protein-rich breakfast every day certainly has it’s benefits… More energy throughout the entire day! I can tell you that when I don’t eat a breakfast that includes an egg (or two) I certainly do not feel the same. It truly is amazing to think that [...]
Shopping with the Kiddos
October 30, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under AEB, grocery shopping, meal planning
Tweet My kiddos go most everywhere with me, including grocery shopping. I know, go ahead and ask – Are you crazy? Aren’t you afraid you’ll lose one of them? The answer is YES, but I take them with me anyway! Shopping with my kiddos certainly is challenging, but we have some simple rules that we [...]
Love on them kiddos of yours!
October 29, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under family life
Tweet Maybe someday I will share what happened today that had me quite shaken (and completely oblivious to any thing but hugging and loving on my kiddos), but right now it will have me in tears all over again if I try to talk about it. For now, all I have to say is this [...]
Graham Cracker Pudding
October 29, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under AEB, cooking with the kids, recipe
Tweet This pudding was super easy to make with my kiddos. The protein from the eggs in this recipe makes the graham crackers puff up while the custard pudding is baking, making it fun to watch, too! here’s what you need: • 8 x 11.5 inch baking dish• Cooking spray• 24 sheets of graham crackers• [...]
Kitchen Time Savers
October 28, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under AEB, cooking, tips
Tweet photo courtesy of radhiya With six kiddos and a busy schedule, I am always looking for ways to save time and energy, even in the kitchen. Here are some of the ways that I save time in the kitchen: Plan and Prepare Ahead I generally plan our menu up to two weeks ahead of [...]
Give Back with Barbie Cares
October 28, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Barbie, Mattel, Walmart, giving back, recycling, sustainability
Tweet What color comes to mind when you think of Barbie? Is green the color you see? Well, it should because Barbie is teaming up with Walmart to go green! Walmart will be inviting customers to have fun while contributing to a more sustainable future with “Give Back with Barbie Cares,” an in-store event Saturday, [...]
The Importance of Protein
October 27, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under AEB, eggs, protein
Tweet When I was pregnant with each of my babies, the change before and after I had a good protein-packed breakfast was dramatic. It was like I’d wake up on the wrong side of the bed, until I ate. My wonderful husband would get me a good breakfast burrito, or a protein shake, and suddenly [...]
We All Scream for Blue Bunny Ice Cream!
October 27, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Big Birthday Bash, giveaway, ice cream
Tweet Since I was introduced to Blue Bunny ice cream, during my Ice Cream Social, it has become a favorite here in our house… The creamy consistency and yummy flavors are enough to satisfy our sweet tooth- filled family! And, what would a party be without ice cream?! Blue Bunny is giving four of you [...]
Contests to Enter
October 26, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Uncategorized
Tweet ———- ———- There is still time to register to win a trip to Washington D.C. for four, and $1,000, from Dial Complete!All you have to do is create your own video, with your kids, and submit it at www.campaignforcleanhands.com.






















