Published on Thursday, April 9, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Ann. Congrats!
One in four Americans suffer from allergies or asthma and 50 million Americans suffer from indoor allergies (source Aller-Ease). Spring is here. I know this because so are my allergies! The sneezing...the stuffy nose...the post nasal drip...it's annoyingly constant. The... Read More »
Published on Thursday, April 9, 2009 by caryn
I met her on an LA-bound plane coming from Nashville 2 months ago. It was a fleeting encounter...one that should have never occurred except for the pink and beige Land's End tote that screamed BlissDom. That little bag symbolized a bond we shared...we were both bloggers...mommy bloggers at that. But more than that we were moms. She spoke of her daughter Maddie... Read More »
Published on Thursday, April 9, 2009 by caryn
We finally moved into our very first home (purchased all by ourselves!) in October. Owning a home has been a dream of mine for a very long time. Along with privacy (and many more amenities, of course), I have the freedom to decorate to my heart's content. Since my husband and I got married 3 years ago, we've either lived in an apartment or with my parents (joy!)... Read More »
Published on Thursday, April 9, 2009 by caryn
My husband and I had an unexpected day off together earlier in the week. We slept in woke up half past dark (thanks to our human alarm clock), had a gourmet breakfast (which we shoveled in while taking turns playing with and entertaining my son), and took a lovely, leisurely stroll to the park. We pushed my son on the swings as he called out "higher, higher" and... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 by caryn
My series on spring cleaning is wrapping up this week and I have a few more products to help you out with your cleaning and organizational endeavors. If you read my blog, then you know I'm always looking for greener alternatives to conventional products. I am thrilled to share with you the latest on Scotch Brite's new line of eco-friendly wipes, sponges, scrubbers... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 by caryn
With Earth Day coming up in about two weeks, my goal is to share with you as many eco-friendly products and resources as possible. I'm extremely passionate about preserving the environment and do as much as I can to reduce, reuse, and recycle. I understand the importance of preserving precious resources and I want my son to grow up in a world that isn't deprived o... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 by caryn
With Earth Day approaching very soon, children may have questions regarding the meaning of this day. Perhaps your child has heard you talk about things you do to preserve the environment, or they've heard about this special day from a friend or via another outlet. PBS Kids is celebrating Earth Day by helping children learn and explore ways they can take an active ... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 by caryn
Earth Day is April 22, and many companies are committing to provide greener products and services to help us all protect and preserve our environment. HP is a company that has introduced new products, designed to help you convert your home and home offices into a more earth-friendly environment. Be sure to look for the Here is a little summary about their new prod... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 by caryn
As a nurse and a parent, I've accumulated more papers than I can keep track of. I clip magazine articles from nursing and parenting magazines, save all of my old nursing files, and generally just have a lot of paper clutter that must vacate my house! When I started my cleaning spree at the beginning of March, one of my goals was to reduce the paper clutter in my... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 by caryn
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I never imagined I'd be reviewing a reusable menstrual pad. I never imagined I'd be USING a reusable menstrual pad. But today...I'm going to talk to you about Lunapads! I'm all about recycling, using a reusable bag at the grocery store, drinking filtered water instead ... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 by caryn
Earth Day is rapidly approaching (April 22) and over the next two weeks I'll be sharing about companies who have committed to do their part to help preserve our environment. In celebration of Earth Day, The Sak's eco-extension, Sakroots is hosting a celebrity bag auction to benefit The Nature Conservancy's Plant a Billion Trees campaign. For each dollar that is co... Read More »
Published on Monday, April 6, 2009 by caryn
"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you'll go."
— Dr. Seuss, "I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!"
When I was a little girl, you wouldn't find me without a book in tow. I love reading...so much so that I have an entire...library of books in my home. That library is now expanding to include children's books fo... Read More »
Published on Monday, April 6, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Lee S, Ed N, Jackie, Collin, and John U. Congrats.
It's rare that hubby and I get to sit down and watch a movie together, particularly one that runs for almost 3 hours. I've been wanting to see the romantic drama Australia since it was released on DVD/Blu-ray on March 3. The other night w... Read More »
Published on Monday, April 6, 2009 by caryn
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I shop. Alot! Just ask my husband. Or...maybe don't ask my husband. Despite the fact that I am a shopaholic like to shop, I shop wisely. I do a ton of research, comparing prices and reading reviews. Last year I told you about Ciao!, an online shopping c... Read More »
Published on Sunday, April 5, 2009 by caryn
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It's funny how something as simple as tying one's shoes is actually a skill that has to be mastered. Like any fine motor skill, practice makes perfect! Teaching your child to tie his/her shoes also requires patience. Any skill that doesn't readily interest a child can ... Read More »
Published on Sunday, April 5, 2009 by caryn
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There are times when a product I'm about to review, comes at just the right time in my life. My son is FINALLY over Rotavirus (which by the way is THE worst childhood illness we've experienced in his 22 months of life) and while it's been a miserable 2 weeks, I'm rea... Read More »
Published on Sunday, April 5, 2009 by caryn
So...you know you're supposed to brush twice a day right? If you're really ambitious you might aim for after every meal. I work in an industry where I am in constant contact with people. I am very conscious of my own personal hygiene, especially my breath. I carry gum or mints with me most days but the constant chewing is wreaking havoc on my jaw. And chewin... Read More »
Published on Sunday, April 5, 2009 by caryn
I don't like to cook. There....I said it! I feel so much better now. Thankfully, I have a husband who doesn't mind working all day and then coming home to cook at night (provided I have do the dishes and grocery shopping). While my husband does a majority of the cooking, there are many times when I have to don the apron, whip up meal, and hope we live to see the... Read More »
Published on Saturday, April 4, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks so much for stopping by. The winner is Sara. Congratulations and Happy Easter!
My little Picasso has recently discovered the fine art of coloring. While his canvas has been more tables than paintings, it's an activity that we enjoy doing together. Whether you have a crawling infant or a hip teen, art is something chil... Read More »
Published on Saturday, April 4, 2009 by caryn
Whew! My Spring Cleaning Series is almost over but I have a few last minute tips and product picks to help you out. Speaking of Spring Cleaning, winners have been posted (check specific posts) and emailed. Please make sure to respond within 48 hours to accept your prize. I wouldn't want you to miss out on all of the great items sponsors so generously donat... Read More »