2009
My Halloween Sweets
I was asked to bring something for the annual Halloween festivities at my cousin’s home. A great house filled with over 50 mommies, daddies and munchkins – I knew it had to be something all ages would love! Last year I made Brownie Ghosts which were a huge hit! This year I need to kick […]
Daddy’s Home!
“Daddy’s home!” may be my munchkin’s favorite words to hear! I just love the excitement she has when we notice his truck heading down the street from our front window! She is beside herself with excitement! PS – I LOVE when her daddy is home too! 😉
Peanut Butter Inventory!
I’m a Grocery Game junkie! I’ve saved well into the thousands in the last 15 months! Anyway, I found this shelf of my pantry quite amusing…do you think I need more peanut butter?? Also, it may be hard to see, but there are 3 canisters of oatmeal in the back! I think I need to […]
Goldfish Made with Smiles! =)
Ok, so this made me stop and smile! The other day as I was opening a new bag of Goldfish, my latest fitness kick convinced me to look at the label and ingredients, (I try to be a health nut whenever possible!) Much to my surprise I came across the greatest 1st ingredient of any […]
The Smell of My Birthday!
I’m from Long Island, NY and now call South Florida home. There are certainly things from NY that I miss. One of the most difficult to adjust to is the lack of seasons. Or should I say profound seasons. Yes, in Florida we do experience “winter,” it’s just a bit different than the winters in […]
My Swimming Shark!!
Is it a shark??? LOL! I love this picture! She’s just nearly 3 and looks like a shark in the water! My daughter is starting another session of swimming this afternoon. Yes, we live where it’s warm so swimming is easily a 12 month sport! Plus, the swimming school, Ocaquatics http://www.ocaquatics.com/ , has a new […]
Halloween Decorations….To do or not to do?
I still can’t believe Halloween is just weeks away! Where has this year gone!?!?! I’ve gotten more in the spirit this year with my near 3 year old munchkin asking for decorations! We have a few jack-o-lanterns and two scarecrows outside. My neighbors on the other hand are decked out with pumpkin lights, a witch, […]
Testing Products – Enjoying the camera!
This month I’ll be trying out a few products to see if they are Smarty Pants Mama reader worthy 🙂 Yes. I do hold you all in such a high regard 😉 One product that is currently in “Testing Mode” is the Olympus Stylus Tough-6000. This waterproof, shockproof digital camera is FANTASTIC, so far! Check […]
Pirate’s Booty Treasure Winner – Kristi!
Congratulations to Pirate KRISTI! She has won the Pirate’s Booty Treasure! Yipee! Thank you to the many readers who attempted to capture the treasure! Favorite Pirate’s Booty Flavor Aged White Cheddar – 21.4%Barbeque- 7.1%Veggie – 7.1%Bermuda Onion – 14.3%Sea Salt & Vinegar – 50.0% Looks like Sea Salt & Vinegar is the flavor winner!
Recall Wednesday: Flame Guards on Clear-Vu® Torch Fuel Containers, Single and Double “Parachute” Hammocks & Wooden Bunk Beds
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website. Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂 Smarty Pants Mama PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your […]
Book Review: Liking Myself; The Mouse, The Monster and Me
Wow, what a nice, enjoyable way to present conflict management skills to children and parents. If you have been looking for ways to reach your munchkin who is struggling with self-esteem or has shown aggressive behavior these two books are certainly worth your time! Drs. Palmer and Hart have re-published Liking Myself and The Monster, […]
Bob Evans Sides and Emma!
Bob Evans will be joining Emma and her family!!! Emma is the lucky winner of the Bob Evans coupon to try a Bob Evans side! Congratulations Emma!
Arrr! Pirate’s Booty – A great treasure for pirates of all ages!
Ahoy! Did you know that Saturday, September 19th was ‘Talk Like a Pirate Day’? Arrrrr!I feel the need to celebrate! Where’s my eye patch, hook and hat? Most importantly, where’s my treasure!? While I continue to search the high seas for my gold, I have a very special treasure for a special Smart Mama Pirate! […]
Recall Wednesday: Trudeau Garlic Duo Slicers and Clarks® children’s shoes
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂 Smarty Pants Mama PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? […]
DVR…life before it…can’t even imagine!
Good Morning Smart Mamas! I’m awaking on this 3rd day of some sort of nasty cold, virus thing. Yuck! I’m enjoying a cocktail of Chloraseptic, TheraFlu and Mucinex…oh joy! Yesterday, in my poor sick me slump, I very much, thanks to DVR, enjoyed my own Project Runway marathon! It was great! I had 5 episodes […]
Bob Evans Sides – a Smart Mama Time Saver!
Last week I was June Cleaver…made a nice turkey breast and delicious salad for the fam. In my crazy Smart Mama schedule, I barely had time for all the trimmings, so, I saved tons of time and stress by warming up Bob Evans Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Yes, Bob Evans, maker of the oh so yummy […]
TripAdvisor.com Hotel Reviews Make You Wonder
Have you ever used TripAdvisor.com to help decide which hotel to stay at for your next vacation? I have. Tons of times. Actually just this summer we were planning a summer getaway with my parents to Boca Raton. My mother, a corporate travel agent, had wanted to stay a the Boca Raton Resort and Club. I, […]
The Northeast – The College Savers; The Midwest – Not so much!
What are your college saving plans for your munchkin(s)? Do you even have one? In this house we started saving with the 1st monetary gift that she received. I don’t think the money is in the best place for long term educational savings so it is something that we still need to research. I have […]
Finding the Cure – Dedicated to Jen McHugh Evans
Jennifer Michelle McHugh Evans 12/29/75 – 9/15/09 I dedicate today’s posting to a HS classmate who lost her courageous battle with breast cancer at the much too young age of 33 yesterday. Please keep her family (3 young boys and husband) and extended family in your prayers. You may remember learning of her last month […]
Disney on Budget Ideas!
Well the bags are nearly packed, the portable DVD player is charging and the juice boxes are lined up! Thank you Smart Mamas for some great ideas about staying on a super tight budget on my next Disney trip! Here are some tips I you have shared: – look into the FREE Disney Dining Plan […]
Recall Wednesday: Children’s Animal Masks and Pendants, & 10 Speed SRAM Bicycle Chains with PowerLock connector links
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website. Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? I […]
Disney World on a Food Budget!
We are season passholders and Florida residents, so we tend to do a number of Walt Disney World trips each year. Our trips have been both on a budget and extravagent. We’re gearing up for a Disney trip soon! We’ll be there for 3 nights/4 days. Our tickets are paid (season passholders) and our French […]
Coupon Codes – Now Organized
Ever spend a ridiculous amount of time searching for that online coupon code for Kodak to use for your Holiday cards or are just curious if there are any discounts out there to use at Amazon.com before you make your purchase? I’m sure! With the tight budgets we Smart Mamas are attempting to stick to, […]
Congratulations to Rita A! Food to Live By Cookbook Winner!
Rita A. is the winner of the Earthbound Farms Food to Live By cookbook! Her Twitter entry was the 21st entry! Congrats to Rita A.!
A Little HINT for Labor Day Drinks!
Ok, I couldn’t resist this! Here are some Labor Day cocktail recipes that sound exactly what every Smart Mama needs after such a hot and gruling summer! Each recipe uses HINT Essence Water, a product I have not yet tried, but is right up my alley- with no carbs, calories, sugar or sodium like other […]
Recall Wedneday: Durabrand DVD Players and Office Max Task Chairs
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? I want […]