Twitter Contest: Why Your Mom Deserves Verizon’s “Perfect Day” Prize!

Photo Credit: Wonder Clip Arts Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we’re all wondering how to make the special lady in our life feel special and appreciated!  This year Verizon Wireless decided to take the guess work out of finding the “perfect” gift for mom!  They surveyed a group of moms and, turns out, what we [...]

Home Improvement Made Easy With ‘Click And Improve’

When I come across anything that makes my life simpler and less stressful I absolutely must share it! It’s the reason I created this blog in the first place.  You see, I’m from a small town in MD where everything I needed was pretty much at my fingertips. If I wanted a plumber, there was a [...]

McDonald’s Introduces Healthier Menu Choices!

Did you know that 66% of Americans are obese?  *Yikes* Despite the fact that we’re one of the most educated and technologically advanced nations we are also the most overweight.  The thing is, fatty foods and carbs were around 20 years ago – so that hasn’t changed. It seems we’re just making poorer choices as [...]

Holiday Fun at Chuck E. Cheese & Family Pack Giveaway!

There are certain experiences from childhood that I hold near and dear to my heart. These are experiences I always knew I would one day share with my own children.  One of those includes family trips to Chuck E. Cheese!  I recall going on “special occasions,” for example, to celebrate a good report card, for [...]

BJ’s Wholesale Club Holiday Collection

I had the pleasure of attending a holiday tour at BJ’s Wholesale Club, in which NYC bloggers had an opportunity to check out the collection of holiday essentials available this season.  I was totally amazed by the versatility of their offerings.  It seems that BJ’s is a huge “mall” within one big warehouse – you can [...]

Celebrity Look-Alike Cabbage Patch Dolls for Auction on eBay

With November being National Adoption Awareness month JAKKS Pacific is auctioning off unique, one-of-a-kind Cabbage Patch Kids with proceeds benefitting Children’s Action Network (CAN), a national adoption awareness organization dedicated to finding homes for kids in foster care. Celebrity dolls include Steven Tyler, Al Roker, Katherine Geigl, Kristin Chenoweth, and Raven-Symone. I loved Cabbage Patch [...]

You’re Invited: TNT Mystery Movie Night

Calling all mystery lovers!!! TNT presents TNT Mystery Movie Night! During the month of November TNT will feature four weeks of original movies based on best-selling novels by your favorite authors, including: INNOCENT by Scott Turow DECK THE HALLS by Mary Higgins Clark & Carol Higgins Clark SILENT WITNESS  by Richard North Patterson RICOCHET by Sandra Brown HIDE by [...]

The Big Apple Circus is Back in Town!

If you are anything like me, you’re constantly on the lookout for fun, affordable entertainment that the entire family can enjoy.  Well today I have an extra special treat for you all!  The Big Apple Circus is back in town!  The spectacular Big Apple Circus leaps into its 34th Season with a thrilling all-new show, [...]

Yoplait Light Lemon Meringue Bowl

This week Yoplait Yogurt challenged me and my family to  swap one unhealthy thing a day for a delicious Yoplait Light yogurt and see how many calories we save!   They sent me fixings for a simple and fun recipe, and I decided to try it out with my pre-schooler.  We had so much fun preparing [...]

SpudBob SquarePants Mr. Potato Head & SpongeBob ShakyPants Review

  Family favorite television network Nickelodeon has teamed up with Hasbro and Jakks Pacific to create a fun new lineup of products for the holiday season. We had the opportunity to review an especially cool toy called SpudBob SquarePants.  Of course, this cute little guy is based on the loveable SpongeBob character that everyone loves! My preschooler happens [...]