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Year: 2013

Using Graphic T-Shirts in a Kids’ Wardrobe
Living

Using Graphic T-Shirts in a Kids’ Wardrobe

Caroline MurphySeptember 18, 2013August 8, 2016

Thankful for my Back to School Children’s Place shopping. Just before the start of the school year, I headed to…

Homemade Vegetable Soup Recipe
Cooking Recipes

Homemade Vegetable Soup Recipe

Caroline MurphySeptember 17, 2013January 26, 2015

A good and easy homemade vegetable soup recipe is a must in your kitchen. Throughout the year the sniffles are…

Great Vacation Guarantee Entices Cruisers
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Great Vacation Guarantee Entices Cruisers

Caroline MurphySeptember 15, 2013November 17, 2016

Last December we enjoyed 8 wonderful nights aboard the Carnival Breeze. You’ve read my experiences, you’ve seen my videos aboard the…

A Conference Speaking Experience to Remember
Living

A Conference Speaking Experience to Remember

Caroline MurphySeptember 10, 2013

On September 6-7 I attended the Niche Parent Conference at the Westin Diplomat in Fort Lauderdale. This conference was packed…

Love, Sleep & Play Celebrated by Pampers with GIVEAWAY
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Love, Sleep & Play Celebrated by Pampers with GIVEAWAY

Caroline MurphySeptember 5, 2013November 17, 2016

This is part of a compensated campaign with Latina Mom Bloggers and Pampers.  However, all opinions expressed are my own.…

10 DVDs for Kids Under $6
Traveling

10 DVDs for Kids Under $6

Caroline MurphyAugust 29, 2013August 8, 2016

Are we there yet? Mom, I’m bored. We decide to drive to save money, not deal with security…and countless other…

Bento Box Idea: Ham Roll Ups
Cooking

Bento Box Idea: Ham Roll Ups

Caroline MurphyAugust 28, 2013November 17, 2016

My non-sandwich eating 1st grader does like meats, especially ham. She likes bread, but she doesn’t like ham and bread…

HOT Deals in Office Depot Circular
Living

HOT Deals in Office Depot Circular

Caroline MurphyAugust 19, 2013November 17, 2016

The Sunday paper arrives and stacks of deals await to be picked through. One of my favorites is the Office…

How We Use the Wet Brush to End Hair Brushing Tears
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How We Use the Wet Brush to End Hair Brushing Tears

Caroline MurphyAugust 14, 2013November 5, 2013

NOTE: I was NOT paid or even given this brush. I purchased this brush on my own and have fallen…

FREE Rewards Program for Teachers at Office Depot
Living

FREE Rewards Program for Teachers at Office Depot

Caroline MurphyAugust 12, 2013November 17, 2016

Teachers:  Don’t buy another school supply item until you’ve signed up for the FREE Rewards program for teachers: the Office Depot…

Creative Ways to Use Tape with Kids
Living

Creative Ways to Use Tape with Kids

Caroline MurphyAugust 9, 2013November 17, 2016

Enter your local Office Depot store and you’re bound to find a tremendous display of the 3M Expressions Tape. I…

Iron Fork Review
Cooking

Iron Fork Review

Caroline MurphyAugust 8, 2013November 17, 2016

Thursday, August 1 was a fantastic date night. Tom and I headed to the Adrienne Arsht Center to foodie heaven,…

5 Reasons to Love Office Depot Rewards
Living

5 Reasons to Love Office Depot Rewards

Caroline MurphyAugust 6, 2013November 17, 2016

I am participating in the #ODRewards campaign sponsored by Office Depot. For more information, about Office Depot Rewards, visit their website.…

Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 4
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Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 4

Caroline MurphyAugust 4, 2013November 17, 2016

Day 4 of our Key West with kids trip was filled with pool time, delicious food and great entertainment. After…

School Lunch Idea: Hormel REV Wrap
Cooking

School Lunch Idea: Hormel REV Wrap

Caroline MurphyJuly 31, 2013August 12, 2013

The new Hormel REV Wraps make a great school lunch box addition – their tasty, inexpensive and low in calorie.…

Got Tape! Now What?
Living Products

Got Tape! Now What?

Caroline MurphyJuly 29, 2013November 17, 2016

I’m thrilled to be participating in the #ScotchExpressions campaign as I get to experience and promote their decorative Scotch Expression…

5 Back to School Items for Kids in Uniforms
Living

5 Back to School Items for Kids in Uniforms

Caroline MurphyJuly 28, 2013November 17, 2016

Yes, many of our children are dressing in a plaid skort, collared shirt and school issued socks. But, back to…

How to Make a Barbie Photo Booth for a Barbie Party
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How to Make a Barbie Photo Booth for a Barbie Party

Caroline MurphyJuly 26, 2013July 24, 2023

A photo booth for a birthday party is always a hit, even for a Barbie party! It’s time to make…

I’m a Cheater, In How I Put My Toddler to Sleep
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I’m a Cheater, In How I Put My Toddler to Sleep

Caroline MurphyJuly 24, 2013November 17, 2016

Bed time for kids isn’t always so easy and now I’m cheating on getting it done. We’re in that fighting…

Iron Fork Miami Date Night – #Priceless #Miami #MC
Traveling

Iron Fork Miami Date Night – #Priceless #Miami #MC

Caroline MurphyJuly 23, 2013November 17, 2016

Iron Fork Miami is our date night locale and we’re thrilled and hungry for this priceless Miami event!  On Thursday,…

Win at the Gain & La Voz Kids Twitter Party!
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Win at the Gain & La Voz Kids Twitter Party!

Caroline MurphyJuly 17, 2013November 17, 2016

Still looking to win a year supply of Gain? There is another great opportunity that I have been invited to…

SPONSORED: Pampers Love, Sleep & Play
Smart Kid

SPONSORED: Pampers Love, Sleep & Play

Caroline MurphyJuly 16, 2013November 17, 2016

I remember this moment. I remember Big Sister Isabella grinning as I placed Baby Sister Cecilia and her dolly adjacent…

I Got Hot, Now You Get Hot! 5-Class Giveaway!
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I Got Hot, Now You Get Hot! 5-Class Giveaway!

Caroline MurphyJuly 15, 2013

I did it. I took a Barkan Method Hot Yoga class and survived and want to go back. It was…

Hot Yoga at Barkan Method, Yes I Did It!
Living

Hot Yoga at Barkan Method, Yes I Did It!

Caroline MurphyJuly 12, 2013July 12, 2013

I completed a Hot Yoga class at Barkan Method in Ft. Lauderdale and it kicked my sweaty butt, big time.…

Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 3
Traveling

Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 3

Caroline MurphyJuly 7, 2013November 17, 2016

Our 3rd day on our Key West family vacation brought us out to the water. The Florida Keys is home…

Easy 4th of July Recipe Collection
Cooking Recipes

Easy 4th of July Recipe Collection

Caroline MurphyJuly 3, 2013September 27, 2014

4th of July often means picnics, BBQs or meals by the pool or beach. Whichever your location on the 4th,…

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