Pay it forward

Tweet I just received the following email from Jessica, the winner of the $50 Walmart giveaway I hosted last month… After winning a $50 Walmart gift card on your site I felt the need to “pay it forward” so that’s exactly what I did. I decided to help out a needy family in our area [...]

Catch my Debut on BlogTalkRadio

Tweet Yes, I am going to co-host my very first show on BlogTalkRadio tomorrow morning at 8:30am (pst). I will be on with my friend, and fellow 11Mom, Monica of Mommy Brain Reports. We will be discussing real and uselful ways to take the headache out of Holiday shopping and preparations. For those of you [...]

Is that a lunch bag you’re carrying? (A Giveaway!)

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)

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?

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!)

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!)

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 [...]

JumpStart 3D Adventure (A Giveaway!)

Tweet Are you looking for a gift for a little guy who loves to play on the computer? Both educational and fun, Jumpstart 3D Virtual World is perfect for ages 3-5. In My First Adventure, your little explorer can run, jump and swim through an amazing 3D virtual world. Josh, my 4 year old, really [...]

Mom-powered Alternatives to Big Retailers

Tweet I stayed away from the crowds and madness this morning, but in honor of Black Friday, I have posted a widget below, created by Megan Calhoun of TwitterMoms fame, that includes 250+ mom-powered alternatives to big box retailers. You’ll find literally hundreds of places to shop (and great gift ideas) here, all of which [...]

Thankful

Tweet For each new morning with its light,For rest and shelter of the night,For health and food, for love and friends,For everything Thy goodness sends. For flowers that bloom about our feet;For tender grass, so fresh, so sweet;For song of bird, and hum of bee;For all things fair we hear or see,Father in heaven, we [...]

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