Playmobil Large Farm *Review*

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I have known of Playmobil for years. Who hasn’t? I remember playing with Playmobil’s products when I was a kid and now my kids have the fun opportunity to have fun, first hand, with Playmobil and their latest products! We were given the chance to check out some of the latest products from Playmobil’s 1.2.3…. [Continue Reading]

Be an Instant Rockstar with Paper Jamz – Giveaway! (Closed)

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Do you have a future rock star in your house? We do, but I can say that we are not about to rush out and buy our 5 year old a guitar. Think of the expense and I really doubt any 5 year old would be responsible enough to take care of such an expensive… [Continue Reading]

Personalized Back to School Supplies from Frecklebox

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This fall, Tucker will be starting Junior Kindergarten. He is so excited, and I have to admit that I am too. He is starting Junior Kindergarten based on his birth date, and then next year, he will go to Kindergarten. We have already started with all the school doctor check up’s, exams and even back… [Continue Reading]

LeapFrog Leapster Explorer + Toy Story 3 Game – Review & Giveaway! (Closed)

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When Tucker was just before 3 years old, I bought him the original Leapster and I cannot tell you how much he has played, laughed and learned with this device! Last month, we received a top secret gaming system that my 5 year old is madly in love with; the new LeapFrog Leapster Explorer that… [Continue Reading]

Adorable & Affordable Reusable Shopping Bags: Envirosax it!

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Confession: I will admit that I am not totally green. I care about our environment, but as a busy mother, sometimes being ‘green’ just isn’t in the books for me. Well, that was until now. In my Jeep, on the door, I have a collection of reusable shopping bags. Why are they here? These bags… [Continue Reading]

GE Digital Camera A1455 *Review*

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I love gadgets. I love electronics. I love photography and capturing my kids’ every moments! How are you capturing your Summer vacation? What about your kids? How are they capturing their time off of school? GE has a nice line of Digital Cameras and I wanted to share with you our experience with the GE… [Continue Reading]

Febreze Home Collection Giveaway! $15 Walmart Gift Card! (Closed)

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Recently we received a fun box from MyBlogSpark with a collection from the Febreze Home Collection. This fun box included one different product on each of the four sides for us to try: Say goodbye to spilled potpourri and candle wax. The Febreze Home Collection wants to introduce you to their no mess, no spill… [Continue Reading]

New 2010 Zoobies *Review & Giveaway!* (Closed)

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A couple of years ago, I heard about something that I knew that my kids would love: Zoobie Pets. We went on a hunt in a 50 mile radius and found a place that sold them. We bought two: Jafaru the Giraffe and Tama the Tortoise. Ever since then, we are hooked! Talk about the… [Continue Reading]

Playmobil: Dragon’s Dungeon

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The kids love role play and imaginative playing. From a mother’s opinion, it is hard (for me) to find toys that both of my kids will play with, enjoy for more than a week, something that is easy to store and something that I find reasonable in price. We were given the chance to check… [Continue Reading]

Summer of Smiles with 1-800-FLOWERS *Giveaway!* (Closed)

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Do you send flowers? If so, why do you send them? If not, why don’t you? I love to send flowers just because. Recently, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM contacted me to receive a bouquet of flowers and while I love flowers, I thought I would bring a smile to someone else’s face. Why? This summer, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM is on… [Continue Reading]

Motorola H17txt Headset with MotoSpeak *Review & Giveaway!* (Closed)

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Most of us drive. Most of us have cell phones. With this said, a very large portion of people don’t have headsets, and in turn, are not practicing safe driving. I will confess that I have been known to text while driving, my phone will beep and I will see if it’s that email I… [Continue Reading]

Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Sears: TOOLS!

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Father’s Day is this weekend. Do you know what you are going to get dad, grandpa, your hubby? We have a 1900 home that we are constantly working on so any gifts that we buy for each other are usually for the house. We love renovating our home! It is fun and it is something… [Continue Reading]

MLB Handpainted Rocker Chair from Guidecraft *Review & Giveaway!* (Closed)

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In April, I posted about a director’s chair from Guidecraft. Tucker still loves and uses this chair on a daily basis! Well, I am here today to tell you about another chair, that is perfect for boy or girl from Guidecraft. This is a gorgeous, very well made and handpainted Cubs rocker. Officially licensed Major… [Continue Reading]

Flickin’ Chicken – Can you hit the target?

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It doesn’t matter what your age is, there are games that are made for any age, literally. The kids have some fun games that (I am admitting this, so shush) I like to play, or hubby and I will play, when they aren’t around. Don’t tell anyone. We received a game that has truly become… [Continue Reading]

Protect your bag, get Grab Guard. *Review* Love it!

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I travel quite a bit. This ranges from bloggy travels in and out of airports for conference events, traveling through other locations for personal or family travels or what about those trips to the grocery store? Anywhere that you go, you have a purse, suitcase, bag, or even a diaper bag. How do you usually… [Continue Reading]

Febreze Home Collection No Spill Wood Diffuser

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I love my house to smell good, but having small kids, I don’t care too much for having hot things or lit candles around where little fingers can get burned. I am a huge fan of Febreze products, so when I saw that there was a new product coming out, I was excited, beyond words!… [Continue Reading]

Travel with ease with iGo Green *Love it! – Review*

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I travel quite a bit. It may be from our family venturing out and about for the day on errands or it can be me traveling out of state for a blog conference event. I get so tired of taking so many separate wall chargers. Oh, and we cannot forget how many times my BlackBerry… [Continue Reading]

Vtech MobiGo Touch Learning System (Closed)

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When it comes to teaching my kids new things, I love it when I am able to teach them, but still allow them plenty of room to still have fun. I am so excited to share with you a product that we have been able to review far before the product is out to purchase:… [Continue Reading]

Chloe Dao for Nuo Carry On Trolley 20″ *Travel Review*

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I travel a lot. This ranges from bloggy travels for events and conferences, to family travels across the state or across the country. When I fly, I have noticed all the luggage looks similar, so when my bag is coming across the luggage belt at the airport, I have to look closely at each bag… [Continue Reading]

Gorgeous Monogrammed Gifts from Initials, Inc. *$50 Giveaway!* (Closed)

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Whether I am traveling out of town on an event, or toting the family to the grocery store, I like to take along a handbag that is big enough for all my things that I need from my Couponizer, wallet, BlackBerry, and even being able to have room to put the kids things in there… [Continue Reading]

Baby Alive 1st for me Sips & Cuddles Doll *Review*

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Kambry loves baby dolls, but I have to say that she has a baby that she will not put down, will not leave at home when we venture out and one dolly that she has to have with her at all times, regardless of the time of day! Your little girl will love caring for… [Continue Reading]

Give Dad a Personalized BBQ Gift Set from Things Remembered (Closed)

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It seems that this year is passing us by quickly! It was just the holidays and now Father’s Day is just around the corner. What are you going to get your dad, grandfather or father figure in your life? I wanted to share with you an amazing, gorgeous and affordable Father’s Day Gift from Things… [Continue Reading]

iPhone App Review: Baby Einstein’s iPhone app + Giveaway (Closed)

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Tucker will be 5 in July and there’s one thing that he loved as a baby and still loves as a toddler: Baby Einstein. As a parent, I loved watching him watch and interact with the shows. Kambry is mesmerized by Baby Einstein as well. Since I received my iPod touch, I have been download… [Continue Reading]

Step2 Play Up Fun-Fold Jr. Picnic Table #Giveaway! (Closed)

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With summer just around the corner, we are doing more things outside and we are in the process of making a play area for the kids so that we can have more family time in our back yard for playing, grilling out and simply hanging out with each other. We have a pretty large deck… [Continue Reading]

Pamper Mom & Baby with Ralph Lauren *Gift Ideas*

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I wanted to share some fun and fabulous gift ideas for mom and baby. Ralph Lauren has some gorgeous gift ideas for a wide array of budgets. Gift Ideas for Mom or the Mommy to Be: Lauren by Ralph Lauren Silk Scarf: $48 A white polka dot print lends a feminine allure to an airy,… [Continue Reading]

Get what mom wants – iPod touch! *Review*

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Mother’s Day is this weekend. Do you know what you are going to get your mother? What about yourself? Admit it ladies, we tend to buy for ourselves! There is one thing that I have been looking at, reading about and drooling about: iPod touch. While I have an iPod Nano, and love it, there… [Continue Reading]

Mother’s Day Gift Idea! Things Remembered Customizable Music Box *Giveaway* (Closed)

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Mother’s Day is literally just around the corner. What are you going to get mom, grandma, step-mom, or that mother figure in your life? I, myself, love personalized things because they hold so much meaning. Things Remembered is here to help you with that perfect gift, no matter what your budget is! We had the… [Continue Reading]

Timex Ironman with TapScreen Technology

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I have a busy life, daily wacky routine, mommy duties and working on myself to get fit and healthy. With this said, I have been looking for a watch that can keep up with me, let me time myself with my workouts, and something that isn’t huge, bulky and that has style and can stay… [Continue Reading]

Nintendo DSiXL *Review*

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We love to game. One of my favorite things to do is to cuddle with Tucker and we play Nintendo DS games. We had the opportunity to check out the new Nintendo DSiXL. Features Two screens, 93% larger than Nintendo DS Lite 3 pre-installed titles + built-in software A large stylus tailor-made for easy use… [Continue Reading]

Personalized Art from Modern Bird Studios *Review & Giveaway* (5/4)

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If there was ever one thing in my house that I love to have, it’s personalized things that remind me of my family and that has those moments captured in a way that will bring a smile to anyone’s face when they walk in my home. I had the amazing opportunity to work with Modern… [Continue Reading]

N5 Series Shoes from Naturalizer *Review*

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This year, I have challenged myself for a lot of changes. Weight loss Getting healthy and staying healthy! Being more active outdoors with the family Being more organized Get rid of any clutter Dress more stylish, yet comfortable I have to say that last one, because since I have become a stay at home mother,… [Continue Reading]

Cubs Directors Chair from Guidecraft *Giveaway!* (Closed)

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Tucker is a huge sports fan; just like his daddy! He loves football, soccer, and especially baseball; go Cubs! In our living room, the kids each have their ‘spot’ that they have to sit in and watch a movie or sit and play. They have it this way so they won’t fight over who has… [Continue Reading]

Western Chief ‘Batman’ Rain Gear from Nordstrom’s

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With the Spring weather, comes rain. The kids love to play in the rain, but we didn’t have the gear for playing in the rain where the kids didn’t get drenched in. We have tried a few rain coats, but they didn’t serve the purpose that they are supposed to. Recently we had the chance… [Continue Reading]

Plan Toys | Soccer Foosball Table Review

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When it comes to toys for the kids, I like to look at a few aspects: Quality Durability Hand/Eye coordination Size (for storage in our home) I had a recent opportunity to check out a Soccer Foosball Table that is SO much fun, the quality is amazing (wooden), the durability is sturdy; the size is… [Continue Reading]

Tutu T-Shirts from Tutu Pour Mon Deux *Review & Giveaway* (Closed)

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I have a princess girly girl if I ever saw one. I had the fun opportunity to work with a company that won my heart, as well as princess Kambry’s: Tutu Pour Mon Deux. Charged with color, and full of energy – and that’s not just our tutu t-shirts – it’s the little girls’ wearing… [Continue Reading]

Perfect baby shower gift! Baby Bunch Baby Egg Nest *Giveaway* (Closed)

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Babies. Babies. Babies, everywhere! We always have to buy a baby gift or shower gift for a friend or family. I, personally, get tired of giving the same old boring baby gift. I like to be different and give a gift that is useful as well as memorable. This is where Baby Bunch comes in… [Continue Reading]

Toy Story 1 & Toy Story 2 on DVD/BluRay Combo Packs

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In 1995, a movie was released that has since changed a lot of kids’ lives: Toy Story. Hard to believe this release was this long ago! Just 4 years later, a sequel was released: Toy Story 2. We are all huge fans of Buzz, Woody & the whole gang! On March 23rd, Walt Disney Studios… [Continue Reading]

VTech IS9181 WiFi Internet Radio *Giveaway!* (Closed)

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Are you looking for a Father’s Day gift for dad, grandpa or dad to be? What about graduation? It’s just a couple of months away! I have the perfect gift idea ever! For Grads: VTech IS9181: Whether it’s for listening to stations around the globe or to tune it to stations from back home, the… [Continue Reading]

New Spring Themed Pillow Pets *Review & Giveaway!* (Closed)

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Easter is right around the corner. Do you have any special Easter plans, family traditions or gifts that you like the Easter Bunny to bring the little ones? I search online and locally for things that are ‘different’ and that I know my kids will love for time to come. Last year, I posted about… [Continue Reading]

Custom T-Shirts from Vistaprint *Review – Love them!*

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I love tees! I have been getting to where anytime we have an event or I have a conference to attend, I like to either have a tee custom made for that event, or I make sure to take along my Vistaprint t-shirt that I made. In fact, I now have three new adorable custom… [Continue Reading]

Hearts of Gratitude Jewelry *Review & Giveaway!* (Closed)

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I love jewelry. Who doesn’t? What if you could wear a piece of jewelry that had meaning to it? Example: I am real in to health, getting healthy, getting fit, staying healthy and staying happy. We all are seeking that in some way, shape or form, aren’t we? I was recently introduced to Inspired Jewelry… [Continue Reading]

Faber-Castell: Young Artist Texture Painting Set *Giveaway* (Closed)

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Tucker is so creative! His little imagination runs wild and what am I to do? Let it run free! Since becoming a stay at home mother, I have been looking around for things for the kids and I to do, and for the kids to do together. Cost is a big factor in things that… [Continue Reading]

N-Fini Shapewear *$50 Giveaway!* (Closed)

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New Year – New Us. Right? With the new year, I have been eating better, working out, but what do we do when our favorite jeans still don’t fit right just yet during that transition? A-ha! Solution! N-Fini (www.n-fini.com) – indulge too much over the Holidays? Aren’t fitting right in those jeans? Do you have… [Continue Reading]

New styles from Nowali moccasins *Giveaway!* (Closed)

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Back in June, we had the chance to check out Nowali moccasins. To be honest, when I heard that people wore moccasins in the summer, I thought ‘no way!’, so I had to check it out for myself. I don’t care if it’s 10 degrees out or 100 degrees; we love our Nowali moccasins! When… [Continue Reading]

GE E1250TW Touchscreen Digital Camera

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No matter where I go, I always have a digital camera with me. Who knows when I will see something that needs to be captured or who knows when you will need a camera! I had the recent opportunity to check out the GE E1250TW digital camera. I had no idea GE made cameras! I… [Continue Reading]

Jelly Belly Intros Honey Bean

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When I think about treats from when I was a kid, one thing that I remember is when my grandmother used to buy my brother and I honey treats from the health food store. My brother was on a gluten free diet so there wasn’t a whole lot of treats we were able to have…. [Continue Reading]