When I think about the holidays, one of the first things that I think about is: ‘How much are we going to spend to have a nice Thanksgiving feast?’ You don’t have to go broke …
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Whew! What a mess!!
My host’s server went down last night, some files were corrupted and all permalinks were broken all night, so I apologize for anyone that wasn’t able to navigate around on the site. …
I cannot tell you how much water I drink in a given day. I am not able to drink anything with caffeine in it and we rarely buy sodas in our house, so the choices …
How can you deny loving this kitty? Milano is my (as Kambry calls her) “Bubby Gurl”.
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Here Comes Puppy Paws, Here Comes Puppy Paws!
On November 24th, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment released an adorable DVD that the kids are madly in love with! SANTA BUDDIES: The Legend of Santa Paws is …
What do you remember as a kid? I think we can all relate to Sesame Street, can’t we? I still watch with my kids and man, it brings back so many memories! I am so …
Tucker is 4 ½ and is really in to doing things himself. I am all about independence with kids, as it teaches them so much! Recently I was introduced to a product that I am …
What moves you? No, really – what MOVES you? Words move me. They always have. I write poetry (shh don’t tell anyone!) and I keep a journal. I love words. I love creating positive thoughts …
When I was approached by Just Jen to do a review & giveaway on her line of custom Christmas shirts, I was ecstatic! Right away, my eye was drawn to the fun “Naughty or Nice” …
When it comes to technology, I have to admit that I am a big GEEK. I love cameras. I love televisions. I love technology in general. Sam’s has kicked off Cyber Week and if you …
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If there was a character that I loved as a kid, it was Where’s Waldo. I remember having all the books and puzzles of Waldo. As an adult, I get that kid feeling back when …
I have done a good job at staying out of the ‘drama’ that is happening in the blogosphere, yet my name keeps being brought up in this tornado. For the past 3 years (more so …
Recently, we were given the chance to try out Frogger for our Wii. I remember Frogger when I was growing up, along with so many Atari games. Who didn’t have an Atari when you were …
It is already that time of year where we are all wracking our brains, trying to think of that perfect gift for everyone in our lives. I just played with and have to show you …
Congratulations to Shawn C. Shawn was commenter # 500 for the Sam’s $50.00 Gift Card!
I just tweeted out to you Shawn and emailed you!
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We came home 2 days early from Thanksgiving at the family’s house because the kids are getting sick and I have some crud too.
This weekend, I will be getting winners drawn and emailed, (will email …
I can clearly remember one thing, as a kid, that my brother and I used to sit for hours to play: Lincoln Logs! Oh my gosh! We had SO much fun and if I recall, …
I was not planning on going anywhere yesterday, other than Sam’s. Since I am not feeling too well, I was just going to go to Sam’s, check out what they had and go back to …
Recently, we saw something on TV that I was in awe with, as a parent; Pillow Pets. I was so excited when they approached me for a review! We travel a lot and the kids …
Yes. I was ‘one of them’ this morning. I have never, in my life, been out on a Black Friday before. I have pretty much outlawed it and told myself that I will never be …
Who can deny the adorable face and overall character of Frosty the Snowman? I grew up with Frosty and the holiday classics and I am excited to bring my kids up with the same love …
When I think about the holidays, one of the first things that I think about is: ‘How much are we going to spend to have a nice Thanksgiving feast?’ You don’t have to go broke …
I will be at Sam’s bright and early at 5:00am tomorrow. Why? Shopping & breakfast! I am scared. LOL I have never been ‘out’ on Black Friday, so this shall be interesting!
Last night, I went …
There is one thing that I collect, and that is Christmas ornaments. I am a sucker for them. Ornaments can have so much meaning to them. One of my favorite things to do is to …
So, my turkey won’t be as ‘pretty’ as this one, but hey – we can only dream, right?? I would LOVE to invite my family to my home one year, only to bring this turkey …
It is when you get an email that starts like this:
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Sent: Monday, November 23, 2009 12:10 PM
Subject: Cool, New Site for Making Tough Tech Choices
Hey Ms. Mommy Goggles,
I just launched a new website - (bleeped out …
Guess where I am going on Friday? Sam’s! I am scared, yet SO excited. I have never been ‘out’ on a Black Friday before. Hopefully no one will knock me down for the deals I …
On Saturday, November 21st, my family and I had the fun experience of going to the Holiday Taste of Sam’s.
This was on the plan for our visit:
On Saturday, November 21st, you can go in and …
Is this not just the most amazing thing ever? While we were on board the Oasis of the Cruise Ship this weekend, I looked out and saw this funnel cloud.
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I am back home from an amazing trip on the Oasis of the Seas Cruise Ship. I have so many words, so many pictures, so many videos and so many thoughts that I am working …
I am a huge fan of Hallmark, not only for their cards and family oriented business, but also for their wide array of gifts. This holiday season, what is a better gift than one of …