March 2012
How Mercalli Easy is Stabilizing Mom’s Jittery Videos
We aren’t about to walk around with a tripod in our back pocket all day. Moments for impromptu video captures happen. We pull out the camera and quickly grab a great shot of a baby’s 1st steps or big brother’s perfect shot into the playground basketball hoop. Now, Mercalli Easy is thankfully helping moms with […]
How to Create a Fun Easter Dinner that will Entertain your Children
Guest Post from designer Jessica Phan. How to Create a Fun Easter Dinner that will Entertain your Children For me, Easter is all about chocolate bunnies, egg hunts, and family dinners. Nothing gets me more excited about the holiday than the sumptuous aroma of Mom’s cooking as she prepares Easter Sunday dinner, and the many […]
Bunny Face Mask for a PreSchool Easter Craft
Bunny Face Mask for a Pre-School Easter Craft Make an Easter craft that will have the whole crew giggling! Adorable bunny rabbits have been a part our Easter celebration in the US since the late 18th century. (see Wikipedia article on Easter Bunny.) This simple craft is loads of fun and the kids really enjoy […]
4 Essentials for Your EBay Shipping Kit
Shipping on EBAY can be intimidating. Believe me, I’ve been intimidated. With the right tools you’ll be set to correctly asses the shipping costs for an item you intend to list. Watch and listen to my EBAY shipping essentials. You may already have many of these items. Do you? Many of them are reusable from […]
Spring Cleaning Your PC with Basic Steps and Free Tools
Spring Cleaning! Yes, it’s time! Not just our closets! It’s time to get our PCs organized and efficient, too! It’s free and requires small basic steps. Are you ready? Let’s go! Photo Clutter & Cleanse Ok, you’ve taken 3000+ photos of your kids this year, uploaded them to your computer and maybe printed out a […]
Really Skinny Classy Cocktails with Zero Guilt! A Mom Needs This!
A classy cocktail without the guilt. I love a great cocktail, but there are many times when alcohol can’t be part of the picture (preggo, sick…) or times where calorie content matters – when doesn’t it?). Making mocktails is the way to get the taste of the classy cocktail without the alcohol, but the calories […]
Big City Moms Biggest Baby Shower Comes to Miami
It’s time for the Biggest Baby Shower for Miami Moms! Yes, the Big City Moms are hitting the Magic City on April 2 with an event all moms – expecting and new – must attend! Held at the Jungle Island Treetop Ballroom, The Biggest Baby Shower is a fantastic celebration! There will be delicious food, […]
Stop the Madness! Germs & Bacteria on Your Fingers is Making a Mess of Your Kitchen
Germs and bacteria on your fingers leave traces everywhere in your kitchen. Think of it as the dirty foot(hand)print that gets left behind. You cut the chicken breast on the cutting board and you immediately go to the sink to wash your hands. You dispense soap by pumping or squeezing it onto your hands. Now […]
Softer Clothing Makes You Happier, Doesn’t It?
An afternoon of doing laundry. We’ve all been there. None of us like it. What we do like is the finished product. The basket full of neatly folded clothing, sheets & towels. The soft clothing, still warm from the dryer gives us a feeling of relaxation and happiness. What’s your laundry routine? I know many […]
#EbayParent Panel Gets Me Ready to Sell on EBAY
The content was amazing! I asked a million questions. I came back from the EBAY Parent Panel Summit in San Jose, California pumped to sell my treasures on EBAY! I have bags of clothing, stacks of plates, boxes of shoes and boxes of old random AV cords that will make me money when I sell […]
Irish Soda Bread Recipe for the Irish and Non-Irish Alike
Pinch me or Kiss me because I married Irish! I’m a Murphy! A nice big slice of Irish Soda Bread is necessary St. Patrick’s Day or any other day you’re in the mood for delicious bread! In our home we go all out with a dinner of corned beef, cabbage and potatoes with big slices […]
Make Green Popcorn to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
Green popcorn on St. Patrick’s Day – why not? Adding some green to our traditional snack favorites is a great way to get into the spirit! Green popcorn is fun and sweet! Inspired by Skip to My Lou, I created the popcorn and devoured it with the family in no time! Happy St. Patrick’s Day! […]
Loyola, Michigan State and Baylor Fans Eat Green for March Madness
Show Team Spirit with Your Snack Foods on Game Day I’m going green. I’m actually going green and grey. My alma mater, Loyola University Maryland, has made it to the big dance for the 2nd time in its basketball history. The 1st time was my freshman year in college. I’m beyond ecstatic and proud. Showing […]
KIA Sorento Goes Luxury for Mom on a Budget
Miami welcomed the affordable KIA this month! From the ever popular Calle Ocho festival in Little Havana to my driveway for a week – KIA has reaffirmed their commitment to make quality, affordable cars for families – big and small! Mid-Sized KIA Sorento is a Mom-Friendly and Affordable Riding luxury but paying economical. The Kia […]
Kellogg’s National Breakfast Week Helps Feed a Child in Need
Did you know that it’s National Breakfast Week? What did you eat? What did you serve? Kellogg’s, makers of nearly every wonderful cereal, along with Action Healthy Kids are continuing their “Share Your Breakfast” campaign this year. They invite YOU to raise YOUR spoons to the social movement and “share” YOUR breakfast! Post a description of […]
Friends with Kids Hits Theaters and Moms Can Relate, BIG TIME!
Grab a friend and head to the theaters to see Friends with Kids, believe me, you’ll be laughing out loud! On Friday, March 9th, the Bridesmaids cast reunite in a hysterical comedy about a close-knit group of New York couples and their single friends. As the couples with kids enter that stage in life where children begin […]