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Play Doh Shape & Spin Elmo

You know what my boys love? Well, lots of things – of course. But I have to say, like most kids, Elmo and Play-Doh are high on their list. So it’s no surprise that the new Play-Doh Shape & Spin Elmo was a hit in our house straight from the box. Honestly, they were dragging it around begging me to open it within seconds of it arriving... [Read more of this review]

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Keeping Baby Safe – #win

Injured by a Lego! Did you know September was safety month? Now that you know, how about looking around your house to see how safe it is for your baby and toddler? Some basic tips are having your outlets covered and blind cords cut or hanging out of reach. For active, mischievous toddlers (aren’t they all??) you will also want to check out Stove... [Read more of this review]

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City of Hope – #win

During the holiday season, many families choose to donate to causes as part of the giving season. City of Hope is a cutting-edge research and treatment facility for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. One of of City of Hope’s supporters is the Ashley Furniture Homestore, who has already donated $4 million to this wonderful non-profit... [Read more of this review]

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Crayola and Perdue – HUGE GIVE-AWAY #win

Here is your chance to WIN BIG. Think “CRUISE PACKAGE“, “YEAR SUPPLY OF PERDUE CHICKEN” and a lot of other prizes! It’s so easy, that you just HAVE to try! All you have to do is log on to perdue.com/familyfun and upload a photo, drawing or coloring sheet that shows off how your family makes mealtime fun! Here’s how to... [Read more of this review]

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Wordless Wednesday: Cupcakes and Attitude

My boys enjoying cupcakes boxed up and brought to us from Luli’s in St. Augustine. My parents were there and knew how much we love and obsess about these cupcakes. Have a Wordless Wednesday You’d Like to Share? Just leave your permalink:  Read More →

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Halloween Tees and Costumes #win

So who does your husband/boyfriend like more from Twilight – Jacob or Edward? What about from True Blood – Eric or Bill? Now, if your guy is like MY guy, he could care less. And in this Vampire-Crazed atmosphere, what better shirt to celebrate Halloween and what our men really want to do to vampires than this cool Halloween t-shirt - “In... [Read more of this review]

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Health Tips for Back to School

School season is HERE! You know what that means, along with homework and after-school activities, there will also be germs, scrapes, colds and fevers. So with that in mind, I have some Back to School Health Tips from Dr. Joshua Riff, Target Medical Director. And of course, with my opinion thrown in! Elementary At-home Essentials: These categories... [Read more of this review]

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Road Trip Survival Package #win

As a mom, I am on the road A LOT. Whether it is bringing my oldest to school, my youngest to playdates, both of them to gymnastics, off to visit friends and family or heading out on long weekends and vacations. So, with busy moms in mind, Boston Ford is offering one reader a chance to win a $40 Road Trip Survival Package to keep the kids happy, occupied... [Read more of this review]

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Teaching your Child to Read #win

My son is four and about to start school. Sure, “just” Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten – but it’s the start of learning, improving and building upon skills like reading. Learning to read starts at home,but shockingly 40% of children, across all socio-economic backgrounds, are failing to master reading, which is essential to school... [Read more of this review]

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iStoryTime App: Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy

When I got my iPad, one thing I didn’t expect was how much my kids would use it for education and entertainment. We have uploaded a nice collection of e-book apps – one of my favorites being “How to Train Your Dragon” from iStoryTime for DreamWorks Animation. Just like the movie, it follows the story of Hiccup, a Viking teenager... [Read more of this review]

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What’s Buzzworthy: September 4th – 10th

LEAVE YOUR LINK! Here is the place peeps leave their BUZZWORTHY post of the week! I am looking for: School Snacks and Quick DinnerRecipes Fun Crafts Etsy Shops run by Bloggers or loved by Bloggers Funny Family Stories, Moments, Posts, Pictures Memes New Blogs and Blog Redesigns AND… CONTESTS!! I know y’all have them. So help me FIND... [Read more of this review]

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Body & Shape

Melt It Off: 4 Complete Workouts with Mitch

As you know, I am a huge fitness nut. One of my favorite places is the gym working out with weights. But lots of time my readers tell me they can’t make it to the gym or it’s too pricey – which I understand! So I’ve tried out some DVD workouts along the way to give you my opinion. One of the newest DVDs is part of the Melt It... [Read more of this review]

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VitaminWater -Nutrient Enhanced Water Beverage

Okay. I love working out. I work out 4 – 5 times a week …plus add some cardio into the mix the remaining days. What I don’t love is drinking water. Yuck. So plain. So I started adding powdered flavor to my water – but it was too weak in taste. But I was recently introduced to VitaminWater and it is my new BFF at the gym. First... [Read more of this review]

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The Mom Buff: Gained 15 Pounds

For women, gaining weight can be just a tad disconcerting. Sometimes you join the gym or start a fitness program to solve the problem and you lose weight. In fact, right now there are a few of my mom’s club friends who are doing P90X and losing weight successfully. But other women may see the scale stay the same … or even up … yet... [Read more of this review]

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The Mom Buff: Figure Contest Plans

Figure Shoes With it being 2010, this is the year I plan to compete. From here on out, I have to take it seriously! That means a good protein-packed diet and hard-core lifting at the gym. I still have a lot of preparing, and it’s not just with increasing muscle mass and decreasing body fat – I need to be competition ready. There are a lot... [Read more of this review]

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The Mom Buff: Show No Fear & 5.5 Months Progress

Update on me: So, since beginning this Mom Buff journey I’ve gained around 7  pounds. That’s awesome, since my pants still fit! That means I am definitely building muscle. You can see that my 4 pack is still going strong in this relaxed picture. I definitely have more shape to my shoulders. My quads (thighs) are still my weak point. I’ve... [Read more of this review]

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