One last thing…
December 23, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas 08, Gift Ideas 2008, Gift card, gift guide 08, shopping
Tweet Have you completed your shopping yet? Are you still looking for the perfect gift for your parents, grandparents, or maybe a friend who has everything, and need a gift now?How about an Amazon gift card, so they can pick any one of these highly recommended (by me, of course) items… Amazon.com Widgets Or what [...]
Countdown to Christmas
December 19, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Build-A-Bear, Christmas 08, Mom Central, Walmart, gift cards, gift guide 08, gifts, shopping
Tweet I have been pretty good about not saving everything ’til the last minute… I have just about all of my shopping done, and my house is just about ready for my in-laws visit. I do still have to wrap gifts and bake some pies, but that’s the fun part of Christmas prep, right? If [...]
Good Books Make Great Gifts
December 10, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas 08, books, gift guide 08, gifts
Tweet Books are always great gift ideas. Here are some of my favorite children’s books, novels, and cookbooks. Make sure you scroll over the title to read why they are my favorites. Amazon.com Widgets
Robots and Flying Things
December 10, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas 08, WowWee, flyers, gift guide 08, robots
Tweet WowWee, known for their innovative hi-tech robotic and entertainment products, have created some of the most fun toys on my kids’ wish lists. Perhaps you will find one of their robots to be just what is missing from your Christmas gift list! Amazon.com Widgets From the life-like White Tiger Cub to the talking Romio [...]
Gifts to Make your Nintendo Junkie Grin!
December 9, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas 08, DS, Nintendo, Wii, games, gift guide 08
Tweet Everyone’s video game library should be stocked with games that encourage learning, adventure, and inspire action. Some of the best games to play on our favorite video game console can be found below. Our favorites are marked, so make sure you check those out first! . Amazon.com Widgets Amazon.com Widgets . Family Game Night [...]
Is that a lunch bag you’re carrying? (A Giveaway!)
December 4, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas, Elle, Gift Ideas, Mario Batali, gift guide 08, the holidays
Tweet Amazon.com WidgetsJust recently my good friend, Lori, told me about the new lunch bag lines from Mario Batali and Elle. I was so impressed with the chic designs that I jumped on the chance to sample one of my choosing when Lori asked me. I chose a large Elle tote from the myriad of [...]
My Kids Leap for LeapFrog! (A Giveaway)
December 4, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas, Didj, Gift Ideas, LeapFrog, Leapster 2, TAG, games, gift guide 08, the holidays
Tweet There are not many “toys” that my kiddos have that can keep them entertained for hours at a time. LeapFrog learning systems are such toys. You know what? As a mom, and my kiddos’ teacher, I am so happy that they can learn – I mean, play – so effortlessly. With games that help [...]
What are you giving your kiddos for Christmas?
December 3, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas, Gift Ideas, entertaining, games, gift guide 08, the holidays, toys
Tweet Whether you’ve got older kiddos for whom to buy or younger ones, We’ve got some ideas… Let’s talk about some of the hottest items, toys and otherwise, for the kids on our lists. You can see my picks below, Kristin’s here and Erika’s here! Happy Shopping!! I’m sure you’ve heard all the rage about [...]
A Tama-what? (A Giveaway!)
December 3, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas, Gift Ideas, entertaining, games, gift guide 08, giveaway, the holidays, toys
Tweet I missed out on the virtual pet craze in the 90s (too old without kids of my own, I guess) and have a hard time spelling Tamagotchi even now! What I do know is that, for the first time ever, kiddos can raise multiple Tamagotchi characters in one egg with the Tamagotchi Connection V5 [...]
For Your Princess (A Giveaway!)
December 3, 2008 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Christmas, Gift Ideas, entertaining, gift guide 08, giveaway, the holidays
Tweet Prima Princessa Presents Swan Lake is sure to be a hit this Christmas. This magical dance adventure would make a wonderful gift for your little ballerina. It’s sure to mesmerize her, as it has mine, while it inspires and stimulates her young mind. (You can see my full review here.) Win it! Enter to [...]






















