Published on Thursday, December 22, 2011 by caryn
Today, I'll be finishing up the remainder of my Christmas shopping so that I'll have at least a couple of days to wrap, cook, and relax! Yes, I'm one of those last minute, procrastinator types, hoping stores will still be stocked with gifts for friends and family members. Â If you're still shopping for the holidays and in need of some gift ideas, check out jcpenney'sÂ... Read More »
Published on Monday, December 19, 2011 by caryn
We're less than one week away from Christmas...have you completed your holiday shopping? Â I've been shopping here and there since before Thanksgiving, however, I still have a few gifts that I need to pick up. Â Part of my last minute holiday shopping is due to procrastination. However, I've also been waiting to purchase a few items in hopes that they'll go on sale.
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Published on Friday, December 16, 2011 by caryn
If there is one gift I'd love to receive but would never ask for or purchase for myself, it would be jewelry. Â When I was younger and had more free time, I would carefully plan my outfits to include even the tiniest details, such as what earrings would go well with a particular blouse or dress. These days, I'm a bit more careful about the jewelry I wear, mostly becau... Read More »
Published on Friday, December 16, 2011 by caryn
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While it goes without question that flowers are a staple gift idea for holidays such as Valentine's Day and Mother's Day, I don't always think to gift arrangements for the holidays, despite the fact that they are lovely and fragrant. Â If you're planning to attend a holiday pa... Read More »
Published on Thursday, December 15, 2011 by caryn
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As a mom to a four year old boy, trains come highly recommended, not only because my son could spend quite a bit of time playing with them, but because they are relatively easy to clean up and encourage imagination and interactive play. Â Since the hit Disney Junior show Chu... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 by caryn
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As in previous years, tech gifts are topping the list of most popular items to buy for loved ones this year. Â And these days, tech gifts are no longer reserved for "men" per se, since there are a wide variety of female and kid-focused products on the market.
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Published on Friday, December 9, 2011 by caryn
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The person that should be the easiest to shop for is actually one of my biggest challenges. My husband of almost seven years is a "no-fuss" type of guy, and my requests for gift ideas typically result in the same response..."anything would be fine." Without a lot of direction, I... Read More »
Published on Friday, December 9, 2011 by caryn
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Toys, toys and more toys! Newpapers, television ads, and stores are filled with educational, electronic, and even eccentric toys, hoping to make it home to a special boy or girl. I peruse the ads and glean wisdom from my children, hoping to pick out a few that they'll play ... Read More »
Published on Monday, November 21, 2011 by caryn
In our highly technical world of email exchanges, text messages, Skype, and various social media channels, I still prefer the traditional phone conversation in most instances. I could spend hours talking to friends and family members and find it to be the most personable way to interact. At this stage of my life, I don't have endless hours to talk to friends and fam... Read More »
Published on Friday, November 11, 2011 by caryn
Last night, I met with a group of bloggers to discuss some of the trends we'll see this holiday shopping season. We agreed that tech gifts are definitely going to be topping shopping lists, much like they do each year. Since smartphones are increasingly becoming popular, Energizer introduced the Inductive Charger, which utilizes Qi technology to charge a smartphone wi... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 by caryn
Want to know if that laptop you've been eying will be on sale this Black Friday? Holding out on your child's wish list in anticipation of the biggest shopping day of the season? I only have a few things on my wish list this year, but one of them is the highly popular iPad 2. And while I don't think it will go on sale, there might be some pretty good incentives a... Read More »
Published on Friday, October 28, 2011 by caryn
I have to admit that I always wanted a trampoline as a child. I knew several friends who's parents owned them and could not get enough jumping fun in. Trampolines have changed a lot since my childhood days...and for the better. Parents can purchase more compact trampolines to fit in smaller spaces, enclosed trampolines for younger tots, and trampolines that also int... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 by caryn
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Like most boys, my son's favorite toys are those with wheels and those that allow him to use his creativity (i.e. blocks, LEGOS, etc.). There are nights when I still find one of his wheeled vehicles next to him at night on his pillow. The holiday season is just around the corner and... Read More »