After we moved last month, I came to a realization: We have too many toys. Not just toys, junky toys. I'm done. I'm done with plastic things that break moments after they are out of the box. I'm done with anything that has batteries and makes unnecessary noise. My kids play with you for 2 hours … [Read more...]
No Air, Keep Cool
July 8, 2013
If the broken air conditioner is getting you down during the hot weather consider cooling your butt and core body temperature with a gel cooling pad. I first came across them on display in a home health care store. I thought the concept was cool (pun intended) but a bit pricey. After a bit of … [Read more...]
Shine a Light with R. Nichols Candles
June 12, 2013
There's no gift as universally satisfying and certain to be enjoyed as a candle. For Dad, a friend, your husband, a hostess, a colleague, or yourself... the gift of a fine candle brings tranquility and adds a touch of elegance to any space. A line I personally adore is R. Nichols, currently … [Read more...]
Exercising with Your Laptop
June 5, 2013
Over three years ago when I purchased my Surf Shelf it was over $50. Since then it has gone up in popularity and come down in price ($40). The clear poly-carbonate shelf is just as durable as when I bought it. If you want a simple solution for working on your laptop while exercising then I highly … [Read more...]
Keep Mom Cool this Mother’s Day
May 6, 2013
Give mom the gift of a cool night's sleep with Cool-jams Sleep Products. This sleepwear company has been selected as "one of the year's most innovative apparel companies in the U.S. by Apparel Magazine" because of their Cool-jam fabric. What is this Cool-Jam fabric? It feels softer than cotton … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Wish List from QVC
May 1, 2013
Last week at the Mom Mixer, I got a sneak peek of all the goodies the QVC has right now. Let me tell you, my Mothers' Day Wish List got about twice as long!!! First off, I am DYING for this Jewelry Armoire! Its AMAZING! 24 necklace hooks, 12 bracelet hooks, one bracelet rod, seven lined … [Read more...]
Sassy Spring Love List with Diet Pepsi
April 25, 2013
Spring is in the air! Smell those tulips and feel that sunshine on your face. Diet Pepsi is encouraging us to think of ways we add a bit of sassy to our spring! They asked me to create and share a Love List: how I am going to amp up my sassy this spring! Oh, this is not a chore at all!! What is … [Read more...]
Octonauts Fun!
April 15, 2013
You know know much we love Octonauts in our house! And were we surprised when - right on Colin's birthday - we got a fabulous package containing Octonauts toys! We had so much fun bringing one of our favorite shows to life in our own home! The Octopod Playset ($34.95) is super cool. It … [Read more...]
Celebrating Wedding Anniversaries
April 9, 2013
A Quick Reference Guide You look at your calendar and realize a loved one has a wedding anniversary coming up. You have no idea what to get them. Here is a quick reference guide on traditional gift ideas for specific anniversary years that you can print off. There is a small section for your … [Read more...]
