Yellow, banana-loving, practically unintelligible and yet so lovable are the Minions. Last week Universal Pictures Home Entertainment’s Minions was released on Blu-ray with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack for superior sound in the comfort of your living room. Dolby Atmos for the home has been called the next revolution in sound for home entertainment as it…
GIVEAWAY: National Geographic Kids or Little Kids Magazine Subscription
A long time favorite and featured in previous gift guides, National Geographic magazines for kids make a wonderful holiday gift. Educational, affordable, and a gift that kids truly enjoy when they arrive in the mailbox each year, National Geographic Kids Magazine and National Geographic Little Kids Magazine ($15 for a year)provide learning through engaging age appropriate…
How to Give Memorable Experiences as Holiday Gifts (w giveaway)
This post is sponsored by LivingSocial Everyone has a hard to shop for somebody on their list who seems to have everything they need. What do you get them? Think beyond material goods and focus on experiences that will provide lasting memories without the clutter. Shopping for experiences for friends and relatives who live across…
12 Reasons to Love Netflix (w giveaway)
The days before streaming are like a distant memory for all of us and Netflix has forever changed the way we watch content. But why do we love it so? Here are just 12 of the reasons why I love Netflix. Endless content for everyone Separate profiles for everyone in the family Family friendly movies…
GoNoodle for Apple TV: Productive Screen Time Encourages Kids to be Active with Short Safe Videos (w. giveaway)
What do you do with antsy kids who have energy to burn and don’t want to bundle up to go outside in the winter months? Finding creative ways to keep kids active inside can be tricky but it doesn’t have to be thanks to GoNoodle for Apple TV. A popular tool to provide brain breaks…
GIVEAWAY: Tile 4 Pack
Although mentioned in my Gift Guide for Dads, Tile is for everyone and once you get your first set, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. These square Bluetooth trackers can be attached to just about anything to ensure that when you lose your stuff, you get it back. Install the app, stick or…
Delicious Meals Made Easy with Black + Decker’s 6.5 Quart Multicooker
This is a sponsored post It’s that time of the year where easy to make comfort food is a busy parent’s best friend especially when you walk into a house full of delicious smells at the end of a long day. With just a few minutes of meal planning and quick prep work before you…
Video Review: How to Set Up & Use Master Lock Bluetooth Smart Padlock #LSSS
This is a sponsored post We already know there is an app for everything but in the era of smart products, Master Lock’s Bluetooth Smart Padlock ($49.99 for the indoor version, $59.99 for the outdoor one) may be a wise investment for those who need to be able to provide access to belongings in a…
#FashionIRL: How I Bought, Wore & Shared My Boots to Become #ohsofamous
It’s that time of year in the DC Metro area when we could be enjoying a gorgeous fall day one day and the next brings a taste of winter before we have a chance to switch to flannel sheets on the bed and need a down coat over a favorite sweater. Despite a constantly changing…
6 Simple Ways to Teach Kids to Give on Giving Tuesday & Throughout the Year
Last night as I closed our book, turned off the light, and gave Thomas some goodnight kisses, he asked me what I was going to work on once he was asleep. “Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday,” I told him. I started to explain but he interrupted me. “I know. It’s when you buy things that help…
