August 2013
10 DVDs for Kids Under $6
Are we there yet? Mom, I’m bored. We decide to drive to save money, not deal with security…and countless other reasons. The advent of the portable DVD player or in-car entertainment systems has given parents like you and me a little peace during those trips. I like to keep a stock of DVDs in the […]
Bento Box Idea: Ham Roll Ups
My non-sandwich eating 1st grader does like meats, especially ham. She likes bread, but she doesn’t like ham and bread together. When creating her lunch this year, I’m heavily influenced by all the fantastic bento box ideas I come across online, especially on Pinterest. I need to find ways to provide her the protein she needs […]
HOT Deals in Office Depot Circular
The Sunday paper arrives and stacks of deals await to be picked through. One of my favorites is the Office Depot circular! Right now with their phenomenal #BackToSchool deals, like 1¢ folders or 25¢ pencil sharpeners, I know its still time to stock up on all those school supplies that don’t expire. Remember a folder […]
How We Use the Wet Brush to End Hair Brushing Tears
NOTE: I was NOT paid or even given this brush. I purchased this brush on my own and have fallen in love with it, hence providing you with a true been there, done that experience! Are you looking to either get your daughter to deal with getting her hair brushed or find a brush that […]
FREE Rewards Program for Teachers at Office Depot
Teachers: Don’t buy another school supply item until you’ve signed up for the FREE Rewards program for teachers: the Office Depot Star Teacher Rewards program! You’ll earn points that will earn you FREE supplies! School time means school supply time! We all stock up on paper, pencils and crayons to put in the backpacks and keep […]
Creative Ways to Use Tape with Kids
Enter your local Office Depot store and you’re bound to find a tremendous display of the 3M Expressions Tape. I entered our local store recently with my girls and they were instantly drawn to this display. The colors and patterns were so captivating. They wanted every roll. There are so many ways to use tape with […]
Iron Fork Review
Thursday, August 1 was a fantastic date night. Tom and I headed to the Adrienne Arsht Center to foodie heaven, better known as Iron Fork Miami! Much thanks to MasterCard for their tremendous discount for cardholders wanting to attend this priceless Miami event. Tom and I arrived with our bellies empty and boy was that I […]
5 Reasons to Love Office Depot Rewards
I am participating in the #ODRewards campaign sponsored by Office Depot. For more information, about Office Depot Rewards, visit their website. There are loads of reward programs out there. Some are certainly better than others. I have recently fallen in love with the Office Depot Rewards Program! This back to school season I have been loading […]
Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 4
Day 4 of our Key West with kids trip was filled with pool time, delicious food and great entertainment. After our fantastic day on the FURY Water Adventure on Day 3, we were ready to sit back and dip our toes in the pool. That’s exactly what we did. Casa Marina Pool As guests of […]