I loved you the minute I saw you. A big healthy 8 lb 13 ounce boy born in the heat of the summer unlike your sister who was born in the dead of winter. I know it’s cliché to say, but it does seem like just yesterday. Today that baby is long gone. He’s replaced…
BlogHer 2011: Find me in the Geek Bar & moderating How to Create a Kick A$$ Proposal
Hi Leticia! Would you say you’re an expert on social media platforms? -Jes Ferris, BlogHer Conference Programming Manager First of all, Jes Ferris emailing me?!? Secondly, um…Expert? Red flags went up in my brain because it’s a huge no-no in the world of social media to ever call yourself an expert. Expert? No….
Kleenex Field Trips & Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History- Friday Fave
Whether a lover of living things, prehistoric creatures, gems, or cultures, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is a great place to explore all of the above while providing hands on experiences for kids of all ages. Yesterday Little Miss Techie, Captain Computer, and I braved a hot, humid, code orange air day and ventured…
RedRover App Review: Smart Easy to Use App Facilitates Spontaneous Playdates
In the world of parenting, sometimes plans are made well in advance but other times they are spur of the moment and need to be shared quickly and easily. Welcome the new RedRover app, a robust free app serves tool to facilitate spontaneous additions to your social calendar. Gone are the days of texting…
Super Diaper Baby 2- A video review by Little Miss Techie (w. giveaway)
We’ve been keeping up with our summer reading by devouring books ranging from historical fiction, Harry Potter, old favorites, and new books like Super Diaper Baby 2: The Invasion of the Potty Snatchers. In this video review, second-grader-to-be Little Miss Techie explains why she loves Super Diaper Baby by Dav Pilkey. Watch the entire…
Macy’s College Lifestyle Party Provides Special Savings During National Back to School Events
It’s back to school time and Macy’s is having a College Lifestyle Shopping Party! Macy’s was my go-to place when I was getting ready for college and needed dorm essentials like a new comforter and bedding, clothes that would be appropriate for a California girl to survive the New England winters, and a phone, stereo,…
Mabel’s Labels- How much do I love thee? Let me show you the ways!
My love of labeling is slightly obsessive compulsive and I blame Mabel’s Labels. I have labels with the kids’ names, our family name, my name, my blog URL, and even my Twitter handle. Darn you Mabel’s Labels and your super cute highly durable labels that stick through repeated trips through the washer, dryer, and even…
2012 Mercedes M-CLass ML350 Review- Abundant Technology for a Safer Ride (w. off-road video)
This week Mercedes Benz unveiled their new 2012 M-Class ML350 sport utility vehicle, a smooth car-like ride with luxurious styling whose inherent technology makes driving safer. During my stay at Paws Up in Montana, I learned and experienced features that pair smart technology with the car’s integrated sensors to provide a safer ride and can…
5 Email Tips from Hotmail as They Turn 15!
What were you doing 15 years ago? Did you have email? Was that email a Hotmail account? Believe it or not, Hotmail is celebrating its 15th birthday this month! Besides making me feel very old (!), Hotmail’s birthday brings about some new changes based on user feedback including the ability to create aliases with the…
LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer- Tablet for the younger generation
Recently a friend asked me about tablets for her children. While you could get an iPad or a Motorola Xoom, chances are you want something a little less expensive and more child friendly and durable. I’m not saying that those options aren’t good for certain ages but with the plethora of features, constant internet access,…
