Monthly Archives: August 2011
Let’s Take a Road Trip
| August 31, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
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THINK FAST! Name three super markets that start with the letter “P”! Did you do it? Can you think fast under pressure? If so, than get ready for a fun and super fast paced game that’ll get your heart pumping and your mind racing! The girls and I received the coolest, not to mention- most… Keep Reading…
A Giveaway: In Celebration of Pop Rocks 35th Anniversary
| August 31, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
Can you believe Pop Rocks have been around for 35 years already? It’s not that I was counting or anything, but Wow. I didn’t realize how long they’d been around! That ROCKS!! So I think a huge Happy Anniversary is in order… And in Celebrating their very own 35th Anniversary, Pop Rocks has re-released its… Keep Reading…
I Can Read, I Can Read
| August 30, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
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Having the girls home for summer vacation made it very difficult for me to make any time for myself. I love reading but haven’t seen the insides of a book for, what seems like, ages. When I did manage to find the time to open a book, it was right before bedtime and by then… Keep Reading…
The Joys of Owning a Whirlpool Duet
| August 30, 2011 | Posted by barb under Blog Tours |
A while back I was selected to be one of 50 #Whirlpoolmoms. This granted me the opportunity to test drive a new Whirlpool front-load Duet washer and dryer. The long wait for this pair to arrive was nothing less than agonizing, but I’m excited to say that they’re finally here and I couldn’t be happier!… Keep Reading…
Luke Bryan: Tailgates & Taglines (Review)
| August 29, 2011 | Posted by barb under Music |
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Luke Bryan’s third studio album, tailgates & tanlines, needs no introduction, but I’ll tell you about it anyways. ‘tailgates & tanlines’ has already topped Billboard’s Country Album chart and has held onto the #2 spot on the Billboard Top 200 chart…all in it’s first week. I’m a huge fan of country music. George Jones, George… Keep Reading…
Monday Ramblings and more on Lite Sprites
| August 29, 2011 | Posted by barb under Randomness |
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend!!! It’s been a long drawn out two weeks for me and at this point, I’m pretty well beat. I’m just hoping things normalize soon; this ‘chaos’ is getting old.It’s now past noon. I’m totally exhausted. I can’t stop yawning and the coffee I made… Keep Reading…
Disney’s PROM Hits Streets Aug 30th
| August 27, 2011 | Posted by barb under Entertainment |
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Mark your calendar for August 30th because that’s the day when Disney’s PROM hits streets. The whole family will enjoy watching this movie together! It’s not only delightfully funny; It’s hilarious, enchanting, and it captures the drama and excitement that comes with any high school student’s anticipation for PROM night! High school kids will love… Keep Reading…
Angry Beavers: Season 1 & 2: Lodged into Stores Aug 23rd
| August 26, 2011 | Posted by barb under DVDs/CDs |
Do any of you remember The Angry Beavers? They aired on Nickelodeon from April 1997-November 2001. They were a big hit among kids and young parents. I remember this show all too well. Mainly because, 1) I was a young parent, and 2) it was one of very few favorites CJ loved and watched together.… Keep Reading…
Little Looster is Ideal for Toilet Training
| August 26, 2011 | Posted by barb under kids stuff |
I know every time I write a review for something that has anything to do with something for toddlers and/or babies—I always wish they had it available when my kids were smaller. Well…the Little Looster is no different. My sister, mother, and I love it so much…it’s quite the stool, and not having to move… Keep Reading…
Nickelodeon is set to release more Kid Favorites on DVD
| August 25, 2011 | Posted by barb under DVDs/CDs |
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I can’t believe it’s getting close to that time again. That time when we all start pulling out all those winter boxes and start preparing for the holidays. Can you believe it? And if that wasn’t enough; did you know that as of today, we are exactly four months shy of Christmas? Crazy isn’t it?… Keep Reading…
Tips for Saving on Everyday Items
| August 24, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family |
Is it possible to Live big and spend very little money doing it? If you would have asked me that yesterday, my question in return would have clearly been, can you even use the word save, and live big in the same sentence? Today…I have a fresh new outlook on living ‘big’ and saving money… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: N.S.E.T. Educational Course ($600 Value)
| August 23, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
UPDATE: This giveaway has now ended and winner has been drawn using “and the winner is” WP Plugin CONGRATS TO PAM L!!!! YOU WON!!! As much as we’ve enjoyed our summer vacation, the girls are pretty excited about being back at school. It’s only been two days, but I think they’re going to do… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: $25 Gift Credit to Positively Proud
| August 22, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
How do you make a kid’s day brighter? Easy. Tell them how great they’re doing. Praise them for helping you set the table. Give them a high-five for beating you to the front door. Put an “I miss u” note in their lunch box when they’re not looking. You can even present them with a… Keep Reading…
Me and My Starbucks
| August 22, 2011 | Posted by barb under food |
Mm-Mm-Good! That’s what I say each time I take a bite of Caramel Macchiato Coffee Ice Cream from Starbucks! Patience, CJ and I are the ones who crave Starbucks Ice cream. CJ will eat whatever I bring home for him but Patience has to have the original Coffee flavor. It’s actually a good choice. Have… Keep Reading…
dENiZEN Jeans from LEVIS
| August 21, 2011 | Posted by barb under Apparel |
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I’m a jeans kind-a-gal; always have been and probably always will. I can actually see myself at 80; wearing an awesome pair of jeans, a nice t-shirt, and a cool pair of trusty tennis-shoes (most likely Nike, Sketchers, or Heelys). Just the thought of it cracks me up…but it’s so-so true. I love the casualness… Keep Reading…
Scotch Restickable Products (WowZa!)
| August 20, 2011 | Posted by barb under home |
Better than push pins, more decorative than ‘clear’ tape; Scotch Restickable strips, tabs and colored shapes will make the perfect embellishment to any child’s artwork. The girls and I received samples of the new Scotch Restickable mounting products and this is what the girls gifted me with… Keep Reading…
Meet The New Lite Sprites
| August 19, 2011 | Posted by barb under kids stuff |
I’m predicting this year’s holiday must-have toy will be…none other than…the Lite Sprites! You’ll agree once you see what this toy collection can do. But first; a little about the Lite Sprites. About Lite Sprites: Lite Sprites use color and light to express their moods and feelings. Each Sprite has her own personality and domain… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: DearFoams Slippers
| August 19, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed an winner has been chosen using “and the winner is” WP Plugin CONGRATS TO JANET F!!! Okay. So if you’ve never tried DearFoams Slippers before, let me be the first to encourage insist that you check them out ASAP. Pronto! Right Now! I say this because 1) they’re fantastic… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: $50 Quiznos Gift Card
| August 19, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed and winner has been chosen using “And the Winner is” WP Plugin CONGRATS TO JENNIFER MARIE! YOU WON!!! SWEEPSTAKES ALERT!!! Boy do I love a good sweepstakes…and Quiznos definitely has one going on right now that’s worth entering! If you haven’t entered to win 1 of over 200 instant win prizes—and… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: VTech Goodies and Buzz On the New InnoTab
| August 18, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed and winner has been chosen using “and the winner is” WP Plugin Congrats to Christine – you won!!!! VTech is about to release a new learning app tablet for kids aged 4-9. The name of this new learning app tablet is the InnoTab. But let me tell you…this… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: $50 AMEX GC from Lysol
| August 18, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed and winner has been chosen using “And the Winner is” WP Plugin CONGRATS TO LORI A!!! YOU WON!!! I don’t know about you, but I’m a germ-a-phoebe. I hate knowing that everything I touch, breath-in, or eat has the potential of making me sick. I know this goes… Keep Reading…
Heelys are my New Thing
| August 17, 2011 | Posted by barb under Reviews |
Okay, okay…so I’m not a ‘Heely’s Pro-Skater’ yet, but with the help from Patience, Piper and Haylee (and the online How-To-Heely videos)I’ll be doing great in no time! I received my, very first ever, pair of Heely’s last week and all though I haven’t tried them on until just yesterday (still recouping from surgery), I… Keep Reading…
Comfort Play Collection from Infantino
| August 15, 2011 | Posted by barb under baby |
Baby toys have come along way since I was first buying them for Patience and Piper, or even CJ. You can still find and buy the traditional baby rattles, teethers, exploration mats and what not…same as before, only now they’re better. In my opinion; they’re more advanced and have the ability to stimulate and/or comfort… Keep Reading…
You Guessed it! Another Fun Weekend!
| August 14, 2011 | Posted by barb under Randomness |
I’ve had such an amazing time with my niece, Patience and Piper this week; I really don’t want it to end. In just eight days we’ve done crafts, played board games, watched movies, and relaxed. We’ve gone to the park, walked to the store and danced to some great music in the living room. It’s… Keep Reading…
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