Talking with your girls about their period #KotexMom

I started getting my period when I was 10 years old. Fifth grade- in March, to be more exact. My parents were gone for the day- and remember, this was before the era of cell phones…they were at Power Squadron classes and who knew when they’d be home.  I was home with my brother B Continue Reading …

HERSHEY’S CAMP BONDFIRE: STRIKE UP A STORY #smores #campbondfire

sticky smores

Summer is here and with summer, comes camp.  Many of my fondest memories from childhood are from my summers spent at Camp Nokomis, on an island on Lake Winnipesaukee…many of my dearest friends are friends I met at camp.  Camp is something I truly believe everyone should have the chance to experience- whether just a Continue Reading …

My shopping experience with the Catalogue app from TheFind.com

catalogue screenshot

I love shopping online.  I’ve found a new way to love it, even more.  I can shop from my iPad, on the couch, without even getting up. I actually DID shop a few weeks ago, from my iPad, during commercials of a movie we were watching.  It was like the best of all worlds.  I Continue Reading …

We kicked off the summer with a ConAgra Backyard Bash #BackyardBash

do you know where your food comes from

This weekend was Memorial Day.  The official kick-off to summertime.  We celebrated as many did, with a (low-key) barbecue bash for family and friends. We had some friends over for a #BackyardBash and had a blast in between the rolling thunder that kept threatening downpours and lightning every time we got into the pool….but we Continue Reading …

The Avengers Assemble at the Bronx Zoo this weekend!

avengers at bronx zoo

Head to the Bronx Zoo for the Animal Tales Extravaganza,  ”Marvel’s Avengers: Super Heroes Saving the Earth” event!  This is an exclusive event this weekend only – and the ONLY place in the US where all 4 characters from Avengers Assemble (Iron Man, Captain America, Thor and the HULK)will be in costume before the new meie releases on Continue Reading …

Can local honey help with seasonal allergies? #ClaritinMomCrew

pure wild flower honey

If you have seasonal allergies, or have someone in your family who suffers from them, you’ve probably researched ways to help relieve allergy symptoms.  When it became apparent a few years ago that my little guy suffered from seasonal allergies, one of the first things I did was start researching effective remedies.  My kids are Continue Reading …

10 Things I learned about Disneynature’s Chimpanzee from the Directors #MeetOscar #DisneyGlobalEvent

Alastair Fothergill and Mark Linfield

Alastair Fothergill and Mark Linfield are the directors of Disneynature’s Chimpanzee.  They are also, to be honest, very British and very handsome.  And brilliant.  I can’t forget that.  I say they are handsome  and they were, but they really were just warm, personable and really fun to chat with.  They had a lot to share Continue Reading …

Chimpanzee Red Carpet Premiere Today plus a FREE Educator’s Guide and FREE Activity Book! #DisneyGlobalEvent

chimpanzee

I am SO excited to see Chimpanzee today…and MEET *the* Jane Goodall!  In honor of the movie coming out next week, Disneynature has put together a free Chimpanzee Activity Book for us! Disneynature also put together an Educator’s Guide  which is great for teachers and homeschoolers!

Step2 Smile & Ride Buggy #Giveaway

smile & ride buggy ride on

Step2′s Smile & Ride Buggy is a safe, adorable way to let your child ride outdoors (or indoors, I suppose!). The buggy itself is made of strong, durable plastic in a fun, vibrant (and unisex!!) red, with an adorable character face, honking horn and a nice, long handle for  mom, dad, babysitter, big sister or brother to Continue Reading …

Disneynature’s Chimpanzee, Helping Chimps, Global Resort Homes and an Adventure for ME#DisneyGlobalEvent

Disneynature Chimpanzee

I am beyond excited to share with you that I have been invited to spend several days in Florida next month on a blogging adventure with Disney (specifically, Disneynature’s Chimpanzee!) and Global Resort Homes. Disneynature’s Chimpanzee opens in theaters on Earth Day (April 20th).  When you SEE Chimpanzee, you help SAVE Chimpanzees!! When you See Chimpanzee Continue Reading …