Over the New Year’s Holiday, I had the chance to go to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  And when they say Outer, they ain’t kidding.  Basically out in the ocean.  No roads.  No internet.  Big Ass Puddles and Wild Horses.  Wild Horses! We were in Carova Beach, NC.  Accessible only by 4 wheel drive trucks, there are no roads, there is only the beach.  Needless to say I had to park the minivan back on solid ground and hitch a... 

A lighted tree. Brightly colored presents. Stockings hung. And a blazing fire. The scene is quintessential holiday. But is it safe? Whenever you add fire to a scene, you need to add an extra level of caution. Here are some tips for fireplace safety: Hang stockings with care Never hang stockings in front of a burning fire. Stockings can be hung when the fire is not lit, but should be moved to another location when the fireplace is in use. Manage... 

My family is Thai Crazy.  I think they could probably eat it everyday and never tire of it.  Ok, I’m pretty good with rice and meat, but oh, you want it to taste like Thai food?  Let me find the number.  Then I found Thai Kitchen, an awesome line of products that make it easy to make your own Thai food at home.  From sauces, curry pastes and rice, Thai Kitchen has what you need to get that Thai food taste and smell without going to the... 

The holidays are quickly approaching.  Now you can shine.  You can add sparkle to your home and let your creative side go wild. If you have boxes and boxes of decorations now is the time to haul them out and look for themes in those boxes.  Many times we use what we have without much thought to a coordinated look.  There is probably a place for everything (maybe not everything) just not all on the tree. For 2009 seasonal trends there are endless... 

Finally, a Review Network for the Dad Bloggers!  DadTrend.com is a place where PR and Companies can go to find Dad Bloggers that are interested in product reviews and opportunities.  Dad Bloggers are welcome to sign up for the  DadTrend Review Network to be included in campaigns created specifically for the Dad Blogging Community.  No longer will Dads be pitched with tutus and hair bows, DadTrend.com promises to bring brands that Dads care about. ... 

I am loving the new GE Strong as Steel campaign.  GE is giving us the opportunity to win your choice of 1 of  these great appliances.  All you have to do to is enter on the widget on my right sidebar.  You can enter once a day.  There is a group of bloggers participating in the giveaway and one winner will be chosen from all of the entries from all of the blogs.  Why I am super excited?  If one of you win the giveaway, I also win an appliance. ... 

Holiday Gift Guide 2009 is Here! I’ve teamed up with three other mom review bloggers to create a comprehensive gift guide to help you with your holiday shopping this year.  It’s an awesome resource, and, trust me, you’re going to LOVE it. Between now and the holidays, the Holiday Gift Guide will be updated frequently with the best of the best gifts for babies, toddlers, kids and teens.  The Holiday Gift Guide even has suggestions... 

Three years ago, I went out and bought one of those fancy front loading washers.  I thought, “ooh, they look so cool, and they use so much less water, and ooh I must have one.”  Well what they don’t tell you at the store?  They STINK! Smelly Washer heard about my stinky smelly washer and sent me their solution.  Smelly Washer is a powder that you add to the detergent basin, let the washer fill and agitate and let soak overnight. ... 

We have done it. We have officially switched to Word Press. I think I am liking this new set up. You may have to put up with some dust as we tweak our new site. I hope you like it.  We look forward to sharing our new home with you!  Read More →