#ToyotaWomen TWIN members with Toyota executives at the Toyota USA Automobile Museum Last week I had the pleasure of participating in TWIN Camp at Toyota’s Headquarters in Torrance, California. The trip was an incredible learning experience where I not only learned about the vehicles but also about the history of the company, local and national…
Iotababy Zip Cases Organize Tech Accessories and More
If you’re always digging in your purse for a camera, trying to manage cord clutter when you travel, or are just looking for a stylish way to protect your devices in your purse, iotababy’s Mom’s Zip Cases from The Organized Parent can help. This textile-driven baby line developed by parentpreneur Kelly Alford isn’t just for mom and…
Toyota Invites Women Influencers to LA for In-Depth Look Beyond Cars
Tomorrow I’m heading to TWIN Camp, a chance to learn about all things Toyota as part of my involvement in the Toyota Women’s Influencer Network. Trips like these not only provide a drive experience but also an in-depth look at the company beyond the cars they sell. I’ll be learning about many of the factors…
PBS Cat in the Hat-a-Thon Celebrates Dr. Seuss’ Birthday on March 2 (w. giveaway)
“Be More PBS” encourages a closer look at the content that PBS offers through one of the latest ad campaigns but is that possible in our house? Looking back, PBS has always been a part of my life beginning in childhood, following me throughout my career as a teacher, and now as a parent. As…
Parents Magazine Best Blog Awards 2012 and Tech Savvy Parents on Parents.com
If you happen to have gotten your March 2012 issue of Parents Magazine: Parents Magazine March 2012 issue You may have seen me mentioned on page 118: From the article Best Blog Awards 2012 Hooray! This accolade was part of me being selected as Parents.com’s Best Tech Blog: Editors’ Choice late last year. What…
FOSI Announces A Platform for Good: Educate About Digital Citizenship and Responsible Technology Use
Earlier this week the Family Online Safety Institute(FOSI), a nonprofit devoted to online safety, announced an initiative to empower parents, teachers, teens and kids to connect and share knowledge and experience around online safety topics. Called A Platform for Good, this venture brings together Facebook, Google, AT&T, National Cable & Telecommunications Association, Sprint, Verizon, and…
5 Organizational Products to Streamline Your Life from OpenSky
Some days it seems like organization is my nemesis but with the little hints of spring coming, I’m on a purging binge and ready to reclaim an organized household. Don’t get me wrong- we’re not a show home. Our house is well lived in but having the right place for everything really helps keep our…
TODAY! AMD #STEMChat TweetChat
Like moth to flame, kids are naturally drawn to video games. When though concerns about screen time, social interactions, and violence may be nagging away at our parental conscience, there are important skills that video games can teach. And that desire to be a video game designer? Don’t scoff. What a great way to integrate…
LeapFrog Partners with DonorsChoose.org and Offers Great Giveaway!
Besides making incredible educational products, one of the main reasons why I love working with LeapFrog is their commitment to teachers and education. Since 2009, LeapFrog has donated more than $1.5 million in Tag Reading Systems and books to the classrooms of more than 20,000 students. Our local elementary school has benefitted from donations of…
Bizarre Foods’ Andrew Zimmern Road Trips for Good in Appetite for Life Series (+FB Chat tomorrow!)
One of the reasons I love to travel is to sample local fare. One year when my college classes ended, I road tripped it from Massachusetts home to California and made a point to sample the best of what area had to offer. I’m a big believer that food is always best when it’s local whether it’s…
