One of our favorite family traditions is to attend The Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker at The Warner Theater. The classic story features some DC-centric twists as it is set in Georgetown, features George Washington as the heroic Nutcracker, and sometimes includes local luminaries in select performances. I love the addition of cherry blossoms for the sheer…
Get Great Gifts from Fiverr Starting at $5
Yesterday I posted about Fiverr’s new mobile app and if you haven’t already downloaded it and booked your first Gig, do it soon! Fiverr is a helpful tool that can help you eliminate stress caused by the endless tasks of things on your to-do list including finding the perfect gifts. It’s a great time to…
Find and Book Gigs on the Go with Fiverr’s New Mobile App
Sometimes you just need a helping hand a with gigs starting at $5 Fiverr can be a huge help but today it becomes even more helpful thanks to their new free mobile app. With just two swipes, users now have access to over 3 million+ Gigs® via Fiverr mobile’s smartphone app so finding and booking…
4 Ways to Find Your HolidayZen During the Busiest Time of the Year
Oh it’s a crazy time of year and with to-do lists that are a mile long, it can be an overwhelming. From getting ready to host out of town guests, finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list, wrapping gifts, sending holiday cards, not missing anyone’s holiday get together for fear of offending them…..Well,…
Skylanders Swap Force Starter Pack with Exclusive Duo from Target Electronics {giveaway}
If Skylanders is on someone’s holiday wish list in your home, surprise them with Skylanders Swap Force Double Pack! This Target Electronics exclusive features Nitro Magna Charge + Free Ranger in a two-pack for $29.99 and is compatible with any gamer’s choice of consoles including Nintendo Wii U, Xbox One, PlayStation3 (PS3), Xbox 360, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo…
KidsLink: Free Cloud-Based Family Management App for Documents at Your Fingertips
As a busy mom, I’m all about streamlining things in my life for convenience and efficiency and love apps that help me do so, especially in a moment of crisis when we have to head out the door immediately with a sick or hurt child. I recently wrote about our son’s first trip to the…
Remembering Pearl Harbor: Teaching Kids About WWII & Tips for Visiting Pearl Harbor
“Yesterday, December 7th, 1941 — a date which will live in infamy — the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.” —President Franklin Roosevelt, 12:30 p.m. on December 8, 1941 At the end of his historic Day of Infamy speech, President Franklin D….
5 Ways to Keep Your Family Healthy During the Holidays and Into the New Year
The holidays are a time for traditions, togetherness, and celebrations unless you’re sick and then they’re just downright miserable. Colder weather, recycled air in airplanes, germy surfaces in public places, and the abundant number of hugs given at family get togethers, neighborhood open houses, and office parties can all contribute to seasonal symptoms but even…
10 Gifts to Inspire STEM Learning in Kids
Growing up, my Mom was a big advocate of science for us and in her elementary classroom. She encouraged us to explore, ask questions, and develop skills like reasoning, critical thinking, and logic through the scientific process. I remember always being amazed by the things that she was doing with her students (like teaching geology…
New Cozi Contacts Designed to Streamline Your Address Book Through Shared Contacts
Cozi is one of my favorite tools because it does a fantastic job keeping me organized throughout the year. I’m a huge fan of the helpful to-do and grocery list features and also the shared family calendar that updates in real time and accessed via the web, mobile app for Android and iPhone on the…
