July 2012
3 Reasons I’m Celebrating at BlogHer12
August 2-4 the largest blogging conference, BlogHer will have thousands of bloggers obsessing all-things social media and beyond in New York City. It’s the Mac Daddy of conference. I attended in 2010 thanks to my partnership with Huggies Every Little Bottom. This year I return through a just launched partnership with CVS MinuteClinic! I’m thrilled […]
High 5 for SuperWhy Live!
This month SuperWhy Live! visited the Miami Fillmore Theater to a packed crowd of excited children! It’s a great program for children 2 – 6! 5 reasons to take young children to see SuperWhy Live! Broadway for kids! We aren’t ready to jet off to Manhattan to see a phenomenal show, full of lights, actions […]
Going To The London Olympics With Xfinity
Xfinity Comcast is providing 5,535 hours of coverage of this summer’s Olympics, and we are thrilled. Earlier this month my 5 year old daughter witnessed the gymnastics olympic trials. She wasn’t distracted by commercials or the lag time between events. She went to the Olympic trials through the incredible Xfinity On Demand service! On Demand […]
4 Must-Know Tips for Buying Sunglasses! #KidsShades
Sunglasses aren’t just a fashion accessory! They are a part of preventable healthcare! Sunscreen and sunglasses both are a must have for Smart Mamas prepping the kids for the outdoors! I wear my sunglasses….almost all the time. A recent chat with the The Vision Council reminded me of the importance of wearing my sunglasses all […]
Hot Dog, Hot Dog, Hot Diggity Dog! It’s National Hot Dog Month!
This month more dogs will be grilled and consumed than any other month of the year. I’m sure the increase of summertime BBQs has an impact on summer hot dog eating! We cook hot dogs in four different ways – depends how much time we have! Microwave, boiling, frying or grilling. Our favorite is grilling. […]
Make Me Money Vintage Peignoir
I’m going to make money from my mom’s vintage peignoir! First off, I’m sure you’re wondering what on earth is a peignoir!? According to Wikipedia, “A peignoir (pronounced: [pɛ.ɲwaːʁ]) is a long outer garment for women which is frequently sheer and made of chiffon or other translucent fabrics. The word comes from French peigner, to comb […]
The Hispanic Caregiver – A Real Story and Honest Resources
Dictionary.com defines a caregiver as a person who cares for someone who is sick or disabled. My mother, a 60-something Hispanic, is what the The State of the Hispanic Caregiver has deemed as most common caregiver in need. Hispanic caregivers, according to the report, are younger and more likely to experience stress than their Caucasian […]
Cuban Frita Recipe That’s Packed with Flavor
A Cuban hamburger is called a frita. It’s a small burger – think like a slider – that is full of flavor. They are fried up on a sauté pan and placed on a small bun. 1-2 fritas are consumed for a meal. A Cuban Frita A frita recipe includes similar ingredients as a traditional […]
3 Favorites for Summer Skin
Beating the summer heat is a challenge, but keeping summer skin soft and pretty is a must. We don’t spend our days relaxing in air-conditioning with our feet up. We run around as crazy as we do during the school year. It’s camp drop-off rather than school drop-off. We don’t stop, but we must stop […]
Brica: Innovative Solutions for Moms
Innovative products that moms want and need is the best way I can describe Brica, a company with over 20 years experience making products to keep kids safe and comfortable. I have 3 different Brica products at home. They are products that make me wonder, why didn’t I think of that? The products are smart. […]
California Grapes with Chef Michelle Bernstein
98% of grapes consumed in the United States are grown in California. I guess it’s fair to stay that California grapes have the market share of grapes! From May – January California farmers harvest grapes for table consumption – over 100 million boxes of grapes! Red, green and black grapes ship to your local grocers ready […]
Three Underarm No-No’s!
With summer in full swing, and excessive heat pounding much of the country, tank tops, tube tops and spaghetti straps are a necessity for moms. I have about 1/2 a dozen different tank tops in my closet. Before heading out the door with a favorite tank top, I do a quick glance in the mirror […]
Super WHY Live! You’ve Got the Power! #SuperWHYLive Tour Promo Code
Super Why Live! is on tour! You’ve got the power, the power to read! Who looks into books for the answers we need? Super Why! The top-rate PBS show has embarked on a US Tour! The favorite characters Whyatt, Alpha Pig, Wonder Red, Princess Pea and puppy pal Woofster will visit various cities in the […]
Dr. Aroma Got It Right – Now Win a YEAR SUPPLY of GAIN!
A load a day. That’s what I’m averaging. Laundry can be a headache. It just never, ever seems to be done. However, at the end, the basket of clean smelling clothing is so worth it. But what is “clean smelling? It can mean so different to many people. In actuality a recent study has shown […]
Pish Posh Products Perfect for Moms – Discount Code Included
I’ve recently started using a Pish Posh Carryall Organizer for days at the beach, trips to Publix, the park and pretty much any time I want to carry my “big girl purse” and not the diaper bag. This carryall is a zippered bag with LOADS of pockets, inside and out. I fit all the essentials that […]
The Sargento Ultimate Cheeseburger in Miami
I’m a cheese girl. I love cheese, all types of cheeses. Slap a piece of cheese on a warm hamburger and it’s perfect. Sargento, makers of the all-natural, never processed cheese is looking for the ultimate cheeseburger and they found it in Miami! Miami’s Filling Station has the BEST Cheeseburger! A local restaurant might just […]