What A #SMURF-Tastic Movie!
| December 10, 2011 | Posted by barb under Entertainment, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
This movie couldn’t have started or ended more perfectly… And the Happy Music Montage was the icing on the cake! If you’re looking for something fun to watch with your family, The Smurfs is the movie you’re looking for! The Smurfs Street Date: December 2, 2011 SRP: $30.99 Available @ Amazon (for $16.99) and other… Keep Reading…
#Rafflecopter Giveaway: MY BFF Doll ($150 Value)
| December 8, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
The girls and I were thrilled when we got an invite to review a MY BFF doll this month…we were even more excited to learn that we’d be hosting a giveaway too. I think we spent a good part of two hours creatively customizing our doll. It’s not that it takes that long to do,… Keep Reading…
A Couples Guide To Sexual Addiction (A Book Review)
| December 7, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
I’m still at awe with the information and real life stories I read in this book. It’s intriguing on the one hand and almost taboo-”ish” (to read) on the other…but all and all, it was a book that was hard to put down. A Couple’s Guide to Sexual Addiction, is quite an interesting read. I… Keep Reading…
Sorry about the lack of “Notice” to change
| December 6, 2011 | Posted by barb under Randomness |
I really thought I found my permanent theme in the last one. But more and more, it was beginning to upset me. I had a few emails about every week asking how to leave comments. For some reason some browsers could see the “name,” “email,” and “web address” tags before leaving a comment and some… Keep Reading…
Mask Those Holiday Hangovers
| December 6, 2011 | Posted by barb under Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
Mask the Holiday Hangover ‘Tis the season to indulge in holiday festivities! Don’t let your days reveal last night’s party. Keep those Christmastinis under wraps with the following masking beauty products. The season has just begun, so be sure to stock up on your holiday hangover helpers now! Keep Reading…
The Help: on Blu-Ray and DVD Dec 6th
| December 5, 2011 | Posted by barb under Entertainment, Reviews |
I’m so glad I took the time to watch this movie (for a second time). This movie was just as enjoyable and gripping as it was the first time. If you haven’t been lucky enough to watch The Help @ the movies or read the book, let me just say this…it’s every bit of what… Keep Reading…
50th Anniversary Edition: West Side Story
| December 4, 2011 | Posted by barb under DVDs/CDs, Reviews |
Now on Blu-Ray & DVD…the 50th anniversary of West Side Story…THE Romeo & Juliet of the sixties! If you’ve ever watched the West Side Story then you know it’s a musical that has earned it’s mark as one of the greatest love stories ever told. It’s a film that—along with Mary Poppins and The Sound… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: Master Lock Key Safe
| December 3, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
It’s so sad that, during this very festive and beautiful time of year, you have to keep closer eye on all your belongings. Luckily Master Lock is well aware of this problem and has made a great Holiday Safety Checklist that I’d like to share… SOURCE: Master Lock When: November 15, 2011 8 ET FIVE… Keep Reading…
Pharmacology: Novel by Christopher Herz
| December 2, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Reviews |
This is one of those “books” that need no introduction. However, (and I say this in the most respectful way) it’s a book that I would not recommend to anyone under the age of 18. The reason being: there are words, and information about drugs, for which a child shouldn’t read (or learn about)…in my… Keep Reading…
My favorite Past time Relives (Crocheting)
| December 1, 2011 | Posted by barb under Randomness |
I’ve loved crocheted afghans for years and years. I’ve probably made about 30 of them over the years (to give as gifts and such) but it’s been a good 2 years since I’ve made the last. This year I’m rolling out the yarn and making an Afghan to give to Zach as a Christmas gift.… Keep Reading…
SpongeBob SquarePants Complete 7th Season Coming to DVD Dec 6th
| November 30, 2011 | Posted by barb under DVDs/CDs, Entertainment, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
Calling all SpongeBob Fans! Calling all SpongeBob Fans! SpongeBob SquarePants, the Complete Seventh Season is coming to DVD, just in time for your Christmas shopping. Packed with over 9 hours of SpongeBob hilarity—this is sure to keep you laughing for a long time! We received the complete 7th season and, as usual, they didn’t disappoint.… Keep Reading…
2 Hints for SpongeBob Surf & Skate DS Game Giveaway
| November 30, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
I’m seeing a lot of great guesses in the SpongeBob Surf & Skate DS game Giveaway…For those that have yet to enter the giveaway I have two quick hints to share with you. If you haven’t entered be sure to do so soon…before it’s too late!!! This is a hot new game that everyone’s wanting… Keep Reading…
Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding) Recipe handed down from my Grandma
| November 29, 2011 | Posted by barb under food |
I’m participating in an amazing event. It’s the Kraft Huddle To Fight Hunger campaign, where together a team of Bloggers and myself (official Ambassadors of) and KRAFT are helping to feed families this holiday season. In honor of each recipe I post for the cause (up to 4 times), before December 23, 2011, Kraft Foods… Keep Reading…
We Hosted an #OralBCrestFORME Party
| November 29, 2011 | Posted by barb under kids stuff |
Preparing for our Pro-Health For Me & Oral-B MommyParty was just as much fun as the actual party itself. Patience captured a few pictures while Piper helped me tag and fill each goodie bag. We had so much fun. The party—now that’s a whole other story. It was a blast. The level of noise in… Keep Reading…
Taking the Listerine Oral Care Challenge
| November 28, 2011 | Posted by barb under beauty, Blog Tours |
My family’s current oral care routine and habits are all over the board. Some of us are fanatics about brushing and flossing (Myself and Piper), some of us have a hard time “remembering” to brush (Patience and CJ) and then there are some of us that are routine brushers / twice a day—morning and night… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: $25 Burger King Crown Card
| November 28, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
Have you made a quick stop to your local Burger King lately? Have you noticed their new family bundle for only $9.99? What about the new Kid’s Meal Boxes? The BK Crown Program? I must confess…Burger King is my one weakness I can’t control. I love their original chicken sandwiches and French-Fries. I live for… Keep Reading…
Mom’s Secret Weapon @ Santa’s Hideout
| November 28, 2011 | Posted by barb under Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
Wouldn’t it be wonderful, to have a one-stop, parent-controlled, magical, safe-place hub, where kids can create their very own Christmas wish lists…and parents can share those lists with family and friends? Well count your blessings because there is such a place. It’s Santa’s Hideout and it’s the one stop Christmas registry site you’ve been looking… Keep Reading…
Fuel Up Your Rockets- Time’s About to Fly!
| November 27, 2011 | Posted by barb under Randomness |
The girls head back to school tomorrow so today I’m doing laundry, cleaning house and trying to relax and watch Christmas cartoons with them too (they like when I do this). I hope your Thanksgiving was as spectacular as mine and that it left you with memories that will last a life time. The kids,… Keep Reading…
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone
| November 24, 2011 | Posted by barb under holidays, Randomness |
Here’s hoping you have a sensational time with family and friends today…and that today’s events bring you joys and memories to last a lifetime!!! BuzzNet Tags: Thanksgiving,holiday greetings,well wishes Keep Reading…
P&G Presents Game of Your Life on Dec 2nd
| November 23, 2011 | Posted by barb under Blog Tours |
I’ve written and rewritten this post a dozen times (or more), trying to find the right words to introduce and describe this movie, but it all boils down to this one sentence… The Game Of Your Life is definitely something you’ll want to watch with your family. Game Of Your Life is the latest P&G… Keep Reading…
GIVEAWAY: Crayola Story Studio Prize Pack
| November 23, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
Growing up I practically lived in the hospital. I was going through surgeries every six months or so (to repair my lip—cleft lip). Sometimes I was confined to my bed for weeks while I recovered. It wasn’t the best time of my life but my mother took care of me and always made sure I… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: SpongeBob SquarePants Surf & Skate Roadtrip On DS
| November 22, 2011 | Posted by barb under Giveaways |
How fun is this? In SpongeBob SquarePants Surf and Skate Roadtrip you get to hit the sand and surf with Patrick (with you as SpongeBob). You get to skate the gnarly seaside streets. And best of all, you get to test your awesome skills on the board (both “surf & skate”) each and every day,… Keep Reading…
Spy Kids: All The Time In The World on DVD 11/22
| November 22, 2011 | Posted by barb under DVDs/CDs |
The girls and I have been big fans of the Spy Kids trilogy since SharkBoy & LavaGirl. We continue to follow the movies because they’re very entertaining and so much fun to watch with the kids, If movie and if you hadn’t seen any of the Spy Kids features before—I encourage you to give the… Keep Reading…
Kirby Mass Attack: Now with More Power!
| November 22, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
“It’s all about team work with Kirby Mass Attack!” says Patience. Patience can spend all day collecting gobs of fruit so that she can gain another Kirby character. She says the game’s a little challenging. It even gets pretty intense when you’re about to loose a Kirby. That’s when you have to use the strength… Keep Reading…



























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