I've been reading up on the Day of Silence - a student-led national event to end anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying and harassment in schools - and it has been shocking and disheartening to read what people are saying. The antagonistic attitude and message of hate towards homosexuals from the … [Read more...]
Peppa Pig = Fun for Kids!
January 24, 2013
My son has a new favorite app... The Happy Mrs. Chicken app from Peppa Pig! You probably already know Peppa Pig, the loveable star of the hit animated series Peppa Pig. And now he is leaping off the television screen and onto my iPhone! My Colin is totally in love – its fun but still challenging … [Read more...]
No Name Calling Week
January 23, 2013
Did you know that January 21-25, 2013 is No Name-Calling Week, an annual week created by GLSEN (the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network ) to promote educational activities aimed at ending name-calling of all kinds and provide schools with the tools and inspiration to launch an on-going … [Read more...]
How Much to Gift Sitters
December 26, 2012
I never know what to gift people for the holidays. I mean, how do you tip the garbage and recycle guys? Wouldn't they just throw it in the truck when they grab it at 4am in the dark? And the mail carriers - we have like three mail carriers that rotate... People like music and ballet teachers are … [Read more...]
Safe Entertaining for Thankgiving
November 22, 2012
Entertaining at Thanksgiving is such a special time - but it can be stressful to get all the food to the table at the same time! Especially that huge turkey. I just cooked a 30-pound whopper this weekend and I was so concerned about how long to cook it and if it was going to turn out OK. Luckily, … [Read more...]
CASTING CALL INFO: Be the next XSRE Girl
November 20, 2012
Are you or your daughters a fan of XSRE? Whether you’re looking for that classic staple or that stunning statement piece, XSRE has it all! Jewelry, apparel, handbags shoes and more…. Its an amazing resource - all the trends at a fraction of the cost you'll find them elsewhere! Now XSRE wants to let … [Read more...]
Get Kids Outdoors with Discover the Forest!
November 10, 2012
Remember when we went bird banding last month? This month they had a special evening of owl banding for the kids! WOOT if you absolutely love baby owls!! I want a pet owl now..... The girls report that the owls are softest thing you've ever felt - even softer than their cats! But … [Read more...]
Entertain Safely: Food Safety Tips to Keep Guests Safe
October 3, 2012
We are always up for entertaining. We love to cook, bake, and love having friends over. To keep ourselves and our friends having fun, it's important to know how to keep food fresh. Every day, people suffer from food poisoning. This can come from undercooked foods, bacteria, out of date products, … [Read more...]
What Do Your Jeans Say About You?
May 31, 2012
Jeans come in different styles, shades and prices, so there’s a pair to suit every figure, budget and taste. No matter what style you want to adopt, it won’t be difficult to find. Jeans will always be present in retailers from the high street to high-end designers. They’re a fantastically reliable … [Read more...]
