2014
Polaroid Cube Review for Family Travel
The Polaroid Cube arrived in the mail. Sitting in a box, the girls and I tore into it, anxious to know what this 0.9 lb piece of technology would do. We were invited by Polaroid to experience the Cube. We charged it up and got to work. (See our Polaroid Camera Reveal video) For nearly […]
Win a Polaroid Cube
The holidays are upon us and all we want is to provide a wonderful time for our friends and family. We love smiles. We love happiness. We love the look on a friend’s face when they open up the present and instantly smile with true appreciation. Want to win a Polaroid Cube to provide true […]
My Daughter Screams When I Brush Her Hair
This post is part of the HEALTHY ESSENTIALS® 2014 program by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. and The Motherhood, who sent me a box of products and compensated me for my time. Opinions, experiences and photos shared here are all my own, and I hope you enjoy them. Brushing a child’s hair can be […]
Unstoppable Moms Have No Sick Days
I wrote this post as part of my participation in a blog tour for The Motherhood on behalf of the makers of Children’s MOTRIN® and received compensation to thank me for taking the time to participate. However, all opinions expressed are my own. I have to say that I was challenged these last 30 days. […]
Macys Culinary Council with Chef Ming Tsai
Miami friends, mark your calendar and head to http://bit.ly/Ming14 to reserve your spot at Chef Ming Tsai’s Macy’s Culinary Council appearance at Dadeland on December 12! Macy’s Culinary Council events provide the chance to sit in the audience of renown chefs. It’s a pretty incredible experience. Do you remember how my then 7 year old got […]
Book the Concierge Upgrade at Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando
We wanted to weekend getaway. We wanted to have fun and enjoy time together as a family. An opportunity became available to book a concierge upgraded suite at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando. We packed our bags and headed North. The Rosen Shingle Creek is located just over 10 miles from Walt Disney World, but […]
Stomach Flu at Home
I can’t say we took turns. We did it together. Last week my entire family had the stomach flu, with 3 out of the 4 of us having it simultaneously. It was disgusting. We’re good with washing our hands and using Purell but somehow it snuck into our home. In this post, I will share our […]
Prepared for the Pediatrician
Each year it is recommended to take your child for an annual check-up. Being prepared for the pediatrician doesn’t just mean having your insurance card handy. This annual appointment gives the doc the chance to see how your little/big one has grown over the last year and make recommendations for vaccinations, healthy living and more. My […]
Busy Moms Managing Holiday Stress
I wrote this post as part of my participation in a blog tour for The Motherhood on behalf of the makers of Children’s MOTRIN® and received compensation to thank me for taking the time to participate. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Making a list and checking it twice isn’t just a strategy that […]
Grilling Omaha Steaks with the Family
South Floridians pull out those grills this time of year. You see, why the rest of you are starting to head indoors as the cooler weather approaches, South Floridians head outdoors for the cooler temps! Yes, we have a completely different view point of “cooler” temperatures. Regardless the temperature a steak cooked on the grill is […]
Prevent the Flu with 3 Steps
A challenge we face as moms is the potential of ourselves getting sick. Learning how to prevent the flu could be one of the smartest things you’ll do as a mom. I’ll never forget that episode of Jon & Kate Plus 8 where they went skiing. She refused to go ski because she couldn’t put […]
Supporting School with Fuel Your School in Miami-Dade
I was a public school teacher for nearly 10 years. It was my life. It was before I was married, before I had kids. My students were my life. There was (nearly) nothing that I wouldn’t purchase for my classroom if it meant providing a better learning opportunity for my students. I spent 100s and […]
Master the Mango
Much of my South Floridian audience has something to say about mangos. Many of us have at least one mango tree in our backyard. We have one in the front and one in the back. Although still too young to produce fruit, we anticipate the day when we can grab a few fresh mangoes to make […]
Baked Apple Chimichanga Recipe
How can you use all those apples? Our Crockpot Homemade Applesauce is just as incredible as this my Baked Apple Chimichanga recipe. Many of you are spending this time of year at the local apple orchards filling your baskets with freshly picked apples. Or, ordering gourmet boxes full of the fruit from Harry & David, or the like. While […]
Buying School Supplies
Grab every deal you can and stock up on all those supplies that your kids will need this month, this year, this decade and beyond. Yes, school supplies don’t “expire.” Pencils bought this year can still be sharpened and used next year or even in 5 years. Anytime you see common school supplies get discounted […]
Organizing the Kids Closet
Go look in their room. What’s the closet like? Be honest. Organizing kids closet could be a nightmare. But it doesn’t have to be. This month on TampicoIsColor.com I share how I got into the girls’ closet and organized it. No, it isn’t perfectly organized. And, yes, it doesn’t always stay as organized as I […]
Crockpot Applesauce
Crockpot applesauce. Just the thought of it gets me sniffing around for that aroma. Making homemade applesauce is tradition for so many families. I remember going to upstate NY to go apple picking close to my Godmother’s house. It always amazed me to see so many apples dangle from the big trees. Those just picked […]
#UnstoppableMoms Sharing Advice
I wrote this post as part of my participation in a blog tour for The Motherhood on behalf of the makers of Children’s MOTRIN® and received compensation to thank me for taking the time to participate. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Are you a mom like me – always running around doing a […]
Disney Getaway to Blizzard Beach with Kids & a Scared Mom
A quick Disney getaway included visiting Blizzard Beach with kids. We had never visited a Disney Water Park as a family and were eager for the experience. Our daughters are 3 & 7. The older one is super adventurous – she rode Space Mountain and Rockin’ Roller Coaster in Walt Disney World during our trip […]
Travel Journaling with Kids
You’ve bought the tickets. You have an idea of what you want to see and do. Now, get the kids involved! Every travel experience can be and should be educational. No, there is no need for a formal lesson, just the opportunity to learn and experience. A simple notebook turned into a travel journal can […]
Creating a Homework Station
The school year is in full swing! Many of you have started your new school year and others will begin soon. Regardless of your start date, it’s crucial to prepare your kiddos for success. Yes, you need the school supplies, early bedtime and uniforms or school clothes. What you also need is a spot that […]
Back to School for Moms, Too!
It isn’t just time for the kids. Moms and Dads enjoy back to school time for a variety of reasons. Back to school for moms may mean more time for mom to have mom-time. The kids are occupied all day, I mean yes, they’re learning, and mom is running around doing stuff! We’re all on […]
Speciality Dining on Cruise Ships Review
Challenge: Is dining on cruise ships good? Cruise ships are notorious for having plenty of food available. Yes, passengers often complain after returning from their sailing of the weight they’ve gained from the soft serve ice cream, breakfast buffets and endless slices of pizza. There is always food around. Whether the bountiful buffets on the lido deck […]
Carnival Freedom for Adventurous FUN
Yes, cruising is all about family time together. On our most recent Carnival cruise we sailed for 8 nights on the Carnival Freedom. My girls were ecstatic. Who doesn’t want to go away for 8 days and visit the ports of Grand Turk, La Romana, Curaco and Aruba? Best off is that our entire family would […]
It Takes a Village, Donating School Supplies
It takes a village to raise a child. It takes a village to get him/her back to school, too. Donating School Supplies to the Village As parents we rely on one another to raise our children. We rely on friends to help with carpool, babysitting, keeping up with what’s due when, cheering on the soccer […]
Easy Motion Sickness Remedies
Nothing ruins a great vacation like being hit with motion sickness. I had my 3rd date with my husband ruined because I turned green in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay after rocking on a friend’s boat for no more than 30 minutes. That date ended quickly and I vowed never to get motion sick […]