One of the most common questions I’m asked by fellow parents is “What age should I get my kid a cellphone?” In all honesty, I’m not the right person to provide this answer. You are. You know your child best and since there are many factors to consider when getting your child their first smartphone,…
Back to School Shopping at Office Depot {sponsored}
We’re in the final stretch before school starts and this is the week we’re enjoying last five days of summer while getting back into a normal bedtime routine and making sure we have all the school supplies we need for the start of the year. Over the years Office Depot has become our primary destination…
7 Things to Do to Prepare for a Family Road Trip
Family vacations not only provide much needed getaways and time together but can be a fun way to learn about a new place. After last year’s international escapade that involved a 14 hour plane trip to China and stops in Hong Kong and Japan, we decided to keep it more local and do a road…
Long-Life Sealed-In Battery Smoke Alarms Required in Maryland {sponsored PSA}
In an effort to reduce home fire deaths, the State of Maryland has a new law requiring homeowners to replace any battery-operated smoke alarm more than 10 years old with a unit powered by a 10-year sealed-in battery. Sealed smoke alarm technology seals the batteries into the unit’s housing and circuitry, making them tamper resistant…
Office Depot Star Teacher Program: Recognizing Teachers for Commitment to Education {sponsored}
I was recently asked if I missed teaching. While there are things that I miss like watching my kids make incredible progress during the school year, there are things that I don’t miss. Like spending my own money on classroom supplies. The years that I had my own classroom it wasn’t uncommon for me to…
3 Tips for Using Scotch Expressions Tape to Personalize, Organize, and Craft {sponsored}
When I was in elementary school, I had a roll of patterned tape that featured Hello Kitty on a red background. It was so special that I kept it in my desk and used it bit by bit for special occasions to add some flair to everyday items. Fast forward to the present and my…
Grand Prix of Baltimore for Labor Day Weekend Fun (w. ticket giveaway)
Looking ahead to Labor Day Weekend? Fun for the whole family can be found at the Grand Prix of Baltimore. The thrill of fast cars and racing can be found alongside fun for kids of all ages on a 12 turn, two mile course through Downtown Baltimore adjacent neighborhoods, and along the Inner Harbor at…
LifeProof nüüd Review: Screenless Technology Protects Smartphones from Daily Living Hazards (w. giveaway)
One of my summer must-haves to protect my iPhone has been my LifeProof frē case but it’s waterproof qualities that also keep it dirt and dust free are just as needed the rest of the year. As a fan of LifeProof products, I was excited to get my hands on the new LifeProof nüüd for iPhone 5…
Get Organized with momAgenda for Back to School (w. giveaway) {sponsored}
Even though we’re still soaking up summer rays and enjoying the last of our carefree days, the start of the school year is on the horizon and it’s time to get organized. For many years I’ve relied on my momAgenda products to keep me organized. As a momAgenda Council of Media Moms member, I received samples to…
Office Depot Rewards Provides Flexible Member Benefits {sponsored}
As a savvy consumer, I like to maximize every dollar we spend by signing up for member rewards programs that help defray expenses on future shopping trips. I figure if I’m spending money, it’s always nice to get some back! I’ve always been a fan of program because it made it easy to accumulate points…
