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I Love Disneyland!
Published on Tuesday, December 23, 2008 by Caryn Bailey A couple of weeks ago I blogged about the wonderful time we had at Disneyland. I wanted to share with you a little more about how magical Disneyland is during the holidays! One of the things I love about the holidays is the food! Disney knows how important food is and they've risen to the occasion with the Merriest Treats on Earth! There are many traditions t... Read More »
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Get In Shape Girl! With Weight Watchers!
Published on Tuesday, December 23, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I am going to get a little vulnerable and share with you something that I've struggled with since I was a teenager. As a woman, we all feel pressure to "fit the mold." Actresses and models don't accurately portray most women. I remember the embarrassment I felt getting dressed for gym class as a teenager in high school. I've never been obese per se, howeve... Read More »
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Welstar Organic Care Products (Contest Detail...
Published on Sunday, December 21, 2008 by Caryn Bailey If you can believe it, I have baskets full of brand-new, never opened bath and body products. I still haven't figured out what I should do with them since they're full of parabens and phthalates. I can't in good conscience give them to someone or throw them away (can you imagine my carbon footprint?). For now, they've taken up permanent residence under my bathroom... Read More »
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I Want A Wii!
Published on Friday, December 19, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I know, I know...You've heard me say that a gazillion times! Imagine my poor husband. Denver Mile High Mamas recently hosted a Wii Fit party and are giving away Wii and Wii Fit to one very lucky person! Head on over before December 20 for your chance to win!... Read More »
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Holiday Stress
Published on Friday, December 19, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I can't put my finger on exactly why I've been feeling so stressed since we went away to visit my in-laws over Thanksgiving. It's like I've suddenly lost my ability to multi-task. I feel like I don't have enough time in each day to get everything done that I want and need to do. I even had my parents come to stay with us for a few days in hopes that I would be... Read More »
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Award Winning Parents Toys
Published on Friday, December 19, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Christmas is 1 week away and I've been frantically shopping at the last minute! This year I'm buying more "toys" than anything else since all of my friends have children. If you've walked into Toys R Us lately, you know that there are hundreds and hundreds of toys to choose from. Its actually overwhelming! Since I'm a huge fan of open-ended toys that ent... Read More »
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Holiday Gift Idea & Giveaway: Build-a-B...
Published on Friday, December 19, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *Update* This giveaway is now closed. Thank you so much for stopping by. The winner is Mrs. Mommy. Congratulations! Every time we go to the mall, we walk past the delightful little store where children can make their very own stuffed animal friend. I've been meaning to take my son in the store but we've just never gotten around to Build-a-Bear Workshop. ... Read More »
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Dropps Review & Giveaway
Published on Thursday, December 18, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed! Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jennem. Congratulations!* Eight months ago I received a sample of dropps laundry detergent in the mail. I liked it so much that I never went back to conventional detergent. dropps is a biodegradable, phosphate-free, chlorine-free and NPE-free laundry detergent. I love the fact that they'... Read More »
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The Perfect Grilled Cheese…by Kraft! (P...
Published on Thursday, December 18, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *Update* This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by! The winners are Jackie and 3boyzmom. Congratulations! I absolutely love grilled cheese. When I was pregnant with my son, the only 2 things I wanted to eat during my first trimester were grilled cheese and macaroni and cheese. These two comfort foods may be favorites of your children as well. �... Read More »
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We Love Our Veggies!
Published on Thursday, December 18, 2008 by Caryn Bailey When we we were first introducing solids to my son, my husband and I ensured that vegetables were one of the first foods that he tasted. We all know how important vegetables are. Consumption decreases the risk of developing of many diseases and they are packed with vitamins and minerals not present in other foods. While my husband and I strive to incorporate v... Read More »
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Green Goes With Everything
Published on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Up until a couple of years ago, I had never heard of phthalates, BPA, or parabens much less their impact on the health of my family. I have always tried to be as natural as possible by eating healthy and avoiding unnecessary chemicals. When I got pregnant with my son two years ago, I ended up on bedrest at 17 weeks which gave me too much time and not enough to do.... Read More »
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Holiday Giveaway: Elmo Loves You
Published on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *Update* This giveaway is now closed. Thanks so much for stopping by. The winners are: Sharon Jones, Nick, Helen, Kristi H., and BariV. Congratulations! I am so excited to announce that on January 6, 2009, Genius Products and Sesame Workshop will release a new DVD entitled Elmo Loves You. My son is soooo going to love this! Here is a little more abo... Read More »
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Buy Logically With LogicBUY
Published on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I'm frantically trying to begin finish up my Christmas shopping this week and so begins the mad dash for last minute sales and bargains. You may have noticed that THE hottest gifts this season are tech-related gadgets, games, and devices to keep you linked and synced! My husband, the techie, has a list of tech toys that would make Santa cringe. Since he is going... Read More »
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Tis’ the Season to be Clean! Part 3
Published on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 by Caryn Bailey While I like a clean house, I can be a little puritanical about getting my hands dirty. I love laminate flooring but they need to be cleaned every other day because of the amount of sand and dirt that gets tracked in. Unlike carpet, there is no hiding a dirty floor. The sponge mop I've been using is terrible...seriously! It moves the dust and dirt all around.... Read More »
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Going Green With Irene
Published on Monday, December 15, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Going green has never been easier than now. I absolutely love finding and highlighting companies whose aim is focused at eco-preservation. Don't you wish you had someone who could show you the "green" ropes and walk you through achieving an environmentally-friendly home? I was recently introduced to Green Irene, a company whose aim is to help your family attain a... Read More »
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This phone plays like your PC
Published on Monday, December 15, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Have you been to the mobile phone store lately? If so, then you're fully aware of the abundance of phones on offer. Phones that play music, flip phones for easy texting, and the classics for those that JUST want to make a stinking call... you name it they've got it. But does one phone do it all? Absolutely, and more! And on a platform you're probably already used to: ... Read More »
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Holiday Review & Giveaway: Ninebird Pub...
Published on Monday, December 15, 2008 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by! The winner is Jenn S. Congrats! Have you sent your Christmas cards out yet? Whew! I'm with ya! However, I'm going to make it very easy for one of you so stay tuned at the end of this post for a very quick giveaway! I was recently introduced to Ninebird Publishing, a chic and affordable company offering w... Read More »
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Ho Ho Holiday by FLOR!
Published on Monday, December 15, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Modular flooring has been setting the trend this year. I love the ability to alter the look and feel of a room with the switch of a rug! Since the hazards of conventional wall-to-wall carpet are numerous, it makes eco-sense to stick to hardwood or laminate and use modular rugs as decor accents. FLOR's innovative, fashionable, and functional modular carpeting opt... Read More »
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When Mommy Has to Work…
Published on Sunday, December 14, 2008 by Caryn Bailey "Oscar, it's time for Mommy to bring home the bacon." --Megan Calhoun, Oscar the Pig I used to dream about a time when I could clock out at work for the very last time. I even pseudo-lived that "dream" when I took an entire year off to have my son. I loved that 6 months I stayed home with him. We developed an incredible bond and I had the opportunity to spend ... Read More »
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Gettin’ (Wii) Fit in the New Year
Published on Friday, December 12, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Dear Santa hubby Nintendo This year, all this mama wants for Christmas is a Nintendo Wii. You may be asking why a grown woman wants a gaming system. Well, BC (before children) I had all the time in the world to go to the gym or take nice long runs. Lately the only gym I've been going to is The Little Gym and the only running I've been doing is af... Read More »
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Holiday Gift Idea: Baby Einstein
Published on Friday, December 12, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I always feel so rushed around the holidays... particularly this year as we celebrate for the first time in our own home. It seems like every day it's something. Shopping, cleaning, preparing for guests, decorating, cooking....it can be overwhelming. Jason and I have such tight schedules and we struggle to find time to spend together as a family. This holida... Read More »
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A Change is Gonna Come!
Published on Thursday, December 11, 2008 by Caryn Bailey It's been almost 18 months and I still have not lost the baby weight. I never imagined being at least 13 pounds over my pre-pregnancy weight at this point in my life. One of the reasons I know the weight has not come off is my lack of consistent exercise. I resolve to make aerobic exercise a priority in the new year. Now of course having Wii Fit in my hous... Read More »
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Get In Shape Girl: Flirty Girl Fitness
Published on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Squeezing in a workout between trips to the park, playdates, laundry, work, and blogging is always a challenge. I have to admit that most days I get more exercise running after my son or up and down the stairs than I do at the gym. I am always looking for fun ways to work out and if I can exercise home that's even better! Flirty Girl Fitness is a comple... Read More »
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Wii Wish You a Merry Fitness…
Published on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 by Caryn Bailey So by now it must be obvious that all I want for Christmas is a Wii! Hehe! I read this amazing story of a blogger who lost over 60 pounds with the Wii Fit! I was inspired and motivated not only to get a Wii Fit but to lose this extra baby weight I've been carrying around for almost 18 months. So I've decided to jump on the Wii bandwagon and join a fantasti... Read More »
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New site, new features!
Published on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I'm so excited to have my new blog site up and running, with many thanks to Emily Norton at Little Window Shoppe, who has done an amazing job. Everything appears to be up and running, and its awesome! You'll notice a front page with a whole new look, designed to help you find what you're looking for even easier. Feel free to explore and let me know what you thi... Read More »
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Holiday Gift Idea: Growing Up
Published on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 by Caryn Bailey When I was a little girl, I remember watching Animal Planet with my dad. He just loves seeing animals in their natural habitat and I'm still fascinated when I sit down to watch an animal documentary. Genius Products and Animal Planet just released Growing Up, a five-disc collector’s gift set featuring episodes from the series. The series includes Growing Up Arc... Read More »
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Holiday Giveaway: Unstable Fables: Goldiloc...
Published on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. The winners are Jayme Isaacs, Jenn S., Ken Robinson, and christin. Congratulations!* A few months ago I attended an exclusive screening of Tortoise VS Harer at the Jim Henson studios in Los Angeles courtesy of Role Mommy and Momlogic. On December 13, the Weinstein Company and Genius Products will release the third DVD mo... Read More »
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Sneak Peak: DELGO
Published on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 by Caryn Bailey One of the perks of being a member of Team Mom is getting the "first look" at products and and services. On December 12, Fathom Studios will release their first independently produced and distributed movie called DELGO in theaters nationwide. DELGO is a fun, animated action/adventure movie starring Freddie Prinze Jr., Jennifer Love Hewitt, Anne Bancroft, Val Kilmer,... Read More »
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The Perfect Gift…
Published on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 by Caryn Bailey All over the blogosphere you'll find gift guides with fabulous recommendations for young and old alike. Mom Central has just launched it's first annual Holiday Gift Guide after evaluating hundreds of products guys, gals, babies and toddlers, tweens, teens, and pets. They went above and beyond to assess the quality, availability, and the details each advertises to... Read More »
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Holiday Giveaway: Bratz Kidz Slumber Party f...
Published on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Catherine KingChuparkoff. Congrats!* I know you'd all love to own a Wii and for those of you who do...I have a giveaway that you're going to love. This one is especially for your teen and tween girls! The very popular Bratz dolls now have their very own video game for Nintendo DS and Nin... Read More »
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Congratulations Sara!
Published on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I have to apologize in advance for my delay in congratulating Sara from Sassyfraz on her 4th baby (due soon!). Pamela from Happy Panda is throwing her an amazing cyber shower so I thought I'd participate in the activities! First off...here is a picture of my husband with my son just hours after he was born.... Second...here is my guess for the birth weight... Read More »
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Something Sweet…
Published on Monday, December 8, 2008 by Caryn Bailey By now you know how much I love the holidays! There is something wonderful about food, family, friends...did I mention food? It seems like the very best delicacies are reserved for the holidays! This holiday season the incredibly yummy and world-renowned chocolate company, Ferrero Rocher has teamed up with the leading hunger organization Share Our Strength to en... Read More »
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Priority Club Rewards
Published on Monday, December 8, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Before my son was born, my husband and I traveled extensively. While I like getting gifts, I'd much rather go on a family trip if I had the choice. One of the things we decided to do awhile back was to join a couple of rewards programs so that we could make the most of the money we spend on everyday purchases. Thanks to Mom Central, we were recently introd... Read More »
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Holidays at Disneyland
Published on Saturday, December 6, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Last night all three of us spent a delightful evening with a group of mom bloggers at the Disney's Grand Californian Hotel. I'd like to thank Michele Himmelberg at Disneyland Public Relations for this very special invite. We were greeted with a warm welcome and escorted into the ballroom which was festively decorated for the holidays. H'dourves were passed (... Read More »
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Review and Giveaway: Polliwalks
Published on Friday, December 5, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. The winner is Donny . Congrats!* My son will. not. take. off. his. Polliwalks. These adorable, animal-shaped shoes are as cute as they are fun! I am so bummed that I don't have a picture of my son wearing them. My camera stopped working while we were away and I never had an opportunity to take a picture of him! Once I get i... Read More »
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Holiday Shopping at Shop.com
Published on Friday, December 5, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I have to admit that I LOVE to shop! Now that my son is a toddler it isn't so easy to take him to the mall. He'd much rather go to the park and play! Gone are the days of leisurely browsing for that perfect gift at just the right price. We were in Nashville over the weekend and it was the first time I had stepped inside a mall in months! Between the crazines... Read More »
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Holiday Gift Idea & Giveaway: Toobeez
Published on Wednesday, December 3, 2008 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Reva Skie. Congrats! It's so hard to believe that Christmas is less than one month away! We've been doing some shopping for my son but nothing we buy him is going to top the Toobeez set he received! Christmas came early for all three of us because we've literally been playing with these awe... Read More »
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Clorox 2 Giveaway
Published on Wednesday, December 3, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Kobi Hendrix, Renee, Cheryl W., and Kari Follett. Congrats!* Wasn't I just talking about laundry? : ) Sometimes I feel like I am always. doing. laundry. Between the food and the dirt stains from playing, I feel like it is a constant struggle to keep his clothes looking bright and... Read More »
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Reduce, Reuse, Refresh With Refresh’n D...
Published on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Sometimes I feel like I spend so much time doing laundry. Sorting, washing, folding, and putting away clothes for three people, can be very time consuming. There are times when I will wear jeans a few times before washing them if they’re not dirty. I am always looking for ways to reduce my carbon footprint, and thanks to the Refresh‘n Dryer Towel, I can fre... Read More »
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Wreaths Direct Blog Tour
Published on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Christmas is my favorite holiday. Now that we're in our own home, I can finally get excited about decorating! I'm dreaming of a real Christmas tree, but with a toddler in the house I'm not sure that is a good idea. So while I won't be smelling the fresh, evergreen scent of a live Christmas tree, I'm hoping some of that lovely smell wafts in through my front door... Read More »
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Film Review: The Librarian
Published on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Music and movies oh my! Here is another one you're going to love. On December 7 TNT will premiere The Librarian: Curse of the Judas Chalice starring Noah Wyle. Thanks to Beth at Role Mommy my husband and I had the opportunity to take a "first look." I only wish I had seen the first two installments, The Librarian: Quest for the Spear and The Librarian: R... Read More »
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Music Review & Giveaway: Linda Eder
Published on Monday, December 1, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is adrienne Gordon. Congrats! * I just love music and I often go through phases where I'll keep a CD I like in for weeks and weeks at a time! It drives my husband nuts because he likes variety! I like variety but when it's good...it's good! Right now I'm rockin' out to Linda Eder's latest C... Read More »
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Holiday Giveaway: The Longshots (5 Winners!)
Published on Sunday, November 30, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *Update* This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are: Richard T., Susan Varney, Michele P., Anna T., and John Donahue. Congratulations! Do you remember Keke Palmer, the adorable and talented little girl from the hit movie Akeelah and the Bee? On December 2, she will star alongside Ice Cube in a new, heartwarming comedy by The Weinste... Read More »
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Holiday Gift Idea: You Can Call Me Hoppa!
Published on Sunday, November 30, 2008 by Caryn Bailey Grandparents hold our tiny hands for just a little while, but our hearts forever. ~Author Unknown My son is the very first grandchild for both my parents and my husband's parents. The very first grandchild is special. There was much anticipation and excitement. I remember all of the things we talked about...visits, roles, etc. One memorable conversation was t... Read More »
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Holiday Review & Giveaway: Il Divo
Published on Sunday, November 30, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by! The winner is Valerie Mitchell. Congratulations! * Where did November go? It seems like only yesterday we were taking my son trick-or-treating! Lights are up, pumpkin patches have been replaced with tree lots, and carolers are belting Christmas classics while shoppers peruse the latest sales. The hol... Read More »
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Holiday Giveaway: Build-A-Bear Workshop For ...
Published on Friday, November 28, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by! The winner is Liz G. Congratulations! * I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are in the South visiting family and wish all of you a wonderful and safe holiday weekend! By now you know that a Nintendo Wii is at the top of my Christmas list (hint hint, hubby!). If that ever materializes, I'd ... Read More »
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Tis’ the Season to Be Clean! The Givea...
Published on Thursday, November 27, 2008 by Caryn Bailey *This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by! The winner is Samantha. Congratulations! * Win It! Weiman and Filterstream have an awesome cleaning prize package to offer one of you fabulous readers! Here is what you'll win: Wright's Silver Cream Perfect Planet Floor Cleaner Weiman Furniture Wipes Weiman Granite Wipes Weiman... Read More »
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Tis’ the Season to Be Clean! (Part 2)
Published on Thursday, November 27, 2008 by Caryn Bailey This week is all about cleaning and I have another fabulous product that has been helping me ready our home for guests in a couple of weeks. Now if there is one thing I can't stand, it's a dirty, dusty, crumb-filled floor! I recently had the opportunity to test out the DirtTamer Supreme V2400. I've never had a hand vacuum and had no idea what to expect. What I... Read More »
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Tis’ the Season to Be Clean (and Green)...
Published on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 by Caryn Bailey My husband absolutely insists on having a clean house. I, on the other hand, am not as keen on the actual process of cleaning. Somebody has to do it (i.e. ME!) and cleaning is always so much better when you have the right equipment (isn't that true in life?). This holiday season I'm so proud to be able to open our very own home for the first time to friends ... Read More »
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PTA Movie Night Live
Published on Monday, November 24, 2008 by Caryn Bailey I have always thought highly of HP and it's products. I most recently had the privilege of working with them on a prior review campaign and this week I'd like to tell you about a very special project that confirms once again the type of company HP is. PTA and HP have partnered together to offer PTA schools an exclusive showing of DreamWorks Animation's Kung... Read More »

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