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Father’s Day 2009: Insignia GPS Person...
Published on Saturday, June 13, 2009 by caryn My husband has lived in Southern California for six years, yet there are times when I think he knows his way around better than I do. It seems ironic that he'd need a GPS (hint hint hubby), but with the amount of travel he does for work (both in and out of California), it's actually a perfect gift for him. Previously, we owned a first generation GPS, purchased when ... Read More » -
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Father’s Day 2009: ScanPan
Published on Wednesday, June 10, 2009 by caryn I sincerely hope that each one of you has a husband or father that enjoys cooking on some level. I am so blessed to have a father who cooked for me growing up, and a husband who now does the same. Anyone who cooks knows how important the kitchen "gear" is. My husband has to use just the right pots, pans, and knives when he is cooking up a meal. Many of the dishe... Read More » -
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The 3 Second Clean!
Published on Tuesday, June 9, 2009 by caryn Every day it's the same. One of us cooks, we eat, our toddler throws spills all some of his food on the floor, I we clean up. The "cleaning up" part is the most monotonous and time-consuming, especially at the end of a long day. If the mess encompasses more than just a small area, we have to break out the "big" vacuum. Well, thanks to Vroom, we don't have to b... Read More » -
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The Art Easel for The Learning Tower
Published on Tuesday, June 9, 2009 by caryn A few months ago, I won a Learning Tower on Stephanie's blog during their Love of Learning Month promotion. My son has really enjoyed playing in it (or shall I say climbing in and out of it over and over). I stay home with my son most days of the week and the reality is, household chores have to get done. I know it's crazy isn't it? Things like dishes and cook... Read More » -
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Etsy Focus: BeautyName
Published on Monday, June 8, 2009 by caryn When I was a little girl, my mother gave me a gold necklace with my name on it. I still have that necklace, tucked away in my jewelry box for safekeeping since it was made for a child. While I love to wear jewlery, it's not often that I actually purchase pieces for myself. I prefer to leave that to my husband! I recently had an opportunity to review a necklac... Read More » -
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Be Hold…The Belly Band!
Published on Monday, June 8, 2009 by caryn Apart from the fact that I feel like I'm on a ship all the time and I can't get enough sleep, I don't have a lot of other pregnancy discomforts (not to discount the ones I do have, which have pretty much rendered me less than effective!). It's too early to feel the baby move, and the five pounds I've gained (yes, despite the fact that I've been so sick!) make me... Read More » -
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Color Your Child’s World…With Cra...
Published on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 by caryn Much to my delight (no sarcasm noted whatsoever), my son LOVES to play in the sand at the park. And it just so happens that less than 2 minutes from our house is a lovely little play area, complete with sand. Actually, sand play has educational benefits like helping to develop motor, spatial, and social skills. This type of open-ended play "allows children the f... Read More » -
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Frigidaire Is Going to Make Cooking in My Kit...
Published on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 by caryn I shudder when my husband tells me he's going out of town for work. It's never fun to go to work, care for a household and a child by yourself...while pregnant and SICK. Add in the fact that I never avoid at all costs rarely cook and the result is a very expensive week of eating out. It's not my fault...not really! I grew up in a house where my father did 100% o... Read More » -
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Announcing the Toshiba mini NB205
Published on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 by caryn I know it's getting close to Father's Day, and I promise I have much to share with you in the way of gift ideas (and giveaways) but I have something very exciting to tell you about....and it's perfect for all of you women and moms on the run! Toshiba just announced it's first mini notebook....the Toshiba mini NB205. And just looking at it's sleek design and compac... Read More » -
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Arctic Splash Water Table by Step 2
Published on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 by caryn We've had some really warm days here in Southern California and I can only imagine how hot it will be come July and August! My son loves playing outside in the sprinklers and with the hose with my husband. When I think about outdoor toys, one company stands out in my mind...Step 2. Here is a little more information about the company: The Step2 Company, LLC is a... Read More » -
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SinuCleanse
Published on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 by caryn I don't know if you remember, but a few weeks ago I was very, very sick with a sinus infection. There used to be a time when I had to see an ENT every month for severe allergies. As I've gotten older, it seems like they're either getting better or I'm learning how to manage them more effectively. Sometimes a product comes at just the right time and such was... Read More » -
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First Act Discovery Guitar
Published on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 by caryn When I was a little girl, I played the piano. In the beginning, it wasn't something I was particularly fond of (sorry mom!). But as time went on, I came to really enjoy my piano lessons. I still played the piano through college, mostly for fun. I write a lot about music and children because I believe that music has tremendous benefits for children. Some of t... Read More » -
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Bical Grippers
Published on Monday, May 25, 2009 by caryn Now that summer is almost here, we'll be spending a lot of time at the beach and the pool, since water is the only way to stay sane cool in our desert-like conditions. In order to prepare for any water activity, we make sure we have the following: All natural sunscreen with at least an SPF of 30, sun protective clothing, swim suit, towel, hat, sunglasses, swim dia... Read More » -
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Bake and Learn With Zebra Mix Baking Mixes
Published on Monday, May 25, 2009 by caryn I love to bake. I grew up baking with my mom and an easy bake oven. Children have this affinity for "grown-up" activities like cleaning, baking, and wearing mommy's shoes! My son is already showing interest in "helping" mommy out in the kitchen! We all know that children like snacks! As hard as I've tried to keep my son far away from cookies and cake...it's ... Read More » -
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Getting My Groove On With the slotRadio!
Published on Sunday, May 24, 2009 by caryn After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music. ~Aldous Huxley, Music at Night and Other Essays My husband and I are avid music lovers. It's just one of the many things that drew us together. While we have a lot of commonality in our music tastes and interests, we also have our diverse likes and dislikes. My husband has his o... Read More » -
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The ToyWrangler by LuvLoo
Published on Saturday, May 23, 2009 by caryn My mom and I were out to lunch this afternoon to celebrate a belated Mother's Day. My son was with us and while he was pretty well-behaved, much of the time was spent picking up toys and other objects he'd thrown on the floor once he was done playing with them. I remember how cute it was when he was a baby and he'd throw everything from his high chair or stroller.... Read More » -
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Energizer Family Charger
Published on Saturday, May 23, 2009 by caryn As a mom who's trying to be mindful of the environment, I often think about the toys we purchase for my son. Safey is always a consideration, however, I also think about the educational value of the toy, it's age appropriateness, and whether or not it's going to require batteries. When I was pregnant with my son, I had a lot of aspirations about how I was going to... Read More » -
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The Food Loop Mini By Fusionbrands
Published on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 by caryn I know I'm not the next Martha Stewart, but I do have to spend a bit of time in the kitchen, since my husband's work schedule is a little hectic at times. Because I despise love being in the kitchen so much, I'm always looking for gadgets that make food preparation and cooking easier. There is a fabulous little company called Fusionbrands, specializing in pro... Read More » -
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Plum Organics Tots
Published on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 by caryn I've always strived to serve healthy meals and snacks in our household. We regularly purchase organic foods to ensure that our entire family consumes foods in their purest and most natural form. When my son was a baby, I tried to make his baby food. Realistically, I did not (and don't) have the time for elaborate, homemade baby food so I opted for a brand that was... Read More » -
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Bob Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller
Published on Monday, May 18, 2009 by caryn Having a baby has been (and is) one of the most joyful experiences in my life. It's definitely also the busiest I've ever been. Babies and toddlers take up a lot of time (and rightly so), and I find myself neglecting myself at times. As a woman and a mother, I find that one of the most important things I can do for my child is to keep myself healthy. If you... Read More »
