K'NEX Tinkertoy Pink Building Set Review

I have two little inquisitive kids and I like to feed their imaginations with educational toys.  I'm a K'NEX Brand Ambassador which means we get sent a nice box full of K'NEX Goodies in exchange for our personal review.  The first toy that my kids gravitated to was the Tinkertoy.  I personally had not heard of these toys but...

Friday, June 14, 2013 | 3 comments | Read More

Jack the Giants Slayer Combo Pack DVD Giveaway

I went to see Jack the Giants Slayer with my son at the movies earlier this year.  We went as part of a Mother and Son event at his elementary school.  It was so nice to spend some time alone with my son and the movie was just perfect for my action packed little boy.  The movie features Nicholas Hoult (About a Boy), Ewan McGregor...

Friday, June 14, 2013 | 22 comments | Read More

Superman Flying Heroes Review and Giveaway

The new Superman movie "Man of Steel" hits the big screen today June 14th!   Are you headed to the movies this weekend for the weekend debut?  I've seen all the movies and can't wait to introduce Superman to my children.  Of course they have heard the name Superman as a super hero in the playground and from...

Friday, June 14, 2013 | 16 comments | Read More

How does your garden grow? Spring 2013

My parents have a huge organic garden and as a kid I loathed having to help out during the spring and summer months watering, weeding and harvesting the vegetables.  Little did I realize what a wonderful experience and healthy lifestyle they were providing me.  It was only when I had my own children did I realize how fortunate I was...

Monday, June 10, 2013 | 2 comments | Read More

Vacation on a Budget: Staycation

There are families who go on vacations (out of town or abroad) every holiday and there are families who opt to stay at home to catch up on some errands and other responsibilities. If it’s not about finishing up some chores around the house, it’s about saving up on money for a rainy day. We sometimes feel vulnerable when we spend our savings even...

Monday, June 10, 2013 | 4 comments | Read More