Facebook updates of friends telling me they’ve unplugged and gone to the beach for the week has the wheels in my head turning. Sure, we went on a fantastic vacation (more on that later!) but we haven’t had any beach time this year! Despite the traveling I’ve done, we’ve never done a family road trip…
One Last Beach Getaway with Omni Hilton Head’s Family Adventure Package
Facebook updates of friends telling me they’ve unplugged and gone to the beach for the week has the wheels in my head turning. Sure, we went on a fantastic vacation (more on that later!) but we haven’t had any beach time this year! Despite the traveling I’ve done, we’ve never done a family vacation to…
I’m Taking Over Scholastic’s Facebook Page to Talk eReading and eLearning (Wed, 8/15)
Scholastic Headquarters in SoHo, NYC 5 years ago when I started blogging, Scholastic was the very first brand that ever reached out to me so it was an honor to emcee their #eScholastic brunch at their SoHo headquarters in New York City recently. In a room full of familiar blogging friends, I shared how Scholastic…
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days Movie Review (w. giveaway)
With just two more weeks of summer, we’re enjoying the last of our unstructured days by waking up and doing whatever we want like seeing a matinee of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days just because we can. Based on the book of the same title, Dog Days is the third Wimpy Kid movie…
Kia Rio: Compact and Fuel Efficient with Power to Surprise
Kia continues to live up to their tagline “power to surprise” with the Kia Rio. This super sporty and incredibly affordable vehicle may not boast the hybrid qualities of the Kia Optima or the flexible seating in the Sorento, but it’s a solid car that delivers on performance for anyone looking for a compact vehicle….
Shine On with GapKids Back to School Fashions & Fun
This post is sponsored by GapKids. Check out all the fun Shine On activities at your nearest Gap store. For event dates and locations, visit Gap’s Facebook page and join the conversation on Twitter with hashtag #ShineOn. It always seems that summer goes by too quickly. We just have a couple more weeks until…
Master Lock dialSpeed 1500 EDBX: Tech Savvy Padlock for Back to School
If the thought of padlocks bring back bad memories of middle and high school lockers like losing a key or endlessly spinning the dial trying to get the combination just right, the new Master Lock dialSpeed is a revolutionary new type of lock that features an easy-to-use electronic interface and is nothing like the old…
Olympus PEN E-PL3: Capturing BlogHer 2012 Memories (w. giveaway)
Good morning from New York City! I’m among the 4,500 bloggers, PR, and brands descending on the city for BlogHer 2012. As a BlogHer veteran (this is my 5thBlogHer!), I know the importance of documenting the fun, friends, session takeaways and new products I’m learning about. This year Olympus outfitted me with their PEN E-PL3 camera…
Toyota Prius in Cincinnati!
I visited Cincinnati for the first time speak at the Proctor & Gamble Holistic Design Summit. One thing I love to do when I first arrive to any hotel is to check out the view and mine didn’t disappoint! Later that evening when Amy, Stacey, and I ventured out for dinner, I spotted another Toyota…
How to Sell a “Lot” of Children’s Clothes on eBay
One of my goals for the rest of the summer is to clean out the kids’ closets. Currently their closets can be described in one word- disaster! Captain Computer’s drawers are overflowing while Little Miss Techie’s closet is a mish mash of apparel that fits well, is marginal, and is way too small. My goal…
