Jessica, Grover, and Me at BlogHer 2009 Sure, BlogHer was great but it was missing so many of the great people who make up the fabulous blogging community I’m part of. I especially missed Jessica from A Parent in Silver Spring who was my roommate for BlogHer09 and my inspiration for starting my own…
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BlogHer Part II- Swag
Photo courtesy of StimeyCapitalizing on the purchasing power of women, companies came out in full force and swag was everywhere. It randomly appeared in our rooms, could be found in suites all over the hotel, in the bags we picked up at registration, and all over the exhibit hall. Swag was nice at first…
The Best of BlogHer Part 1
I wasn’t going to go to BlogHer this year but am glad I did. It certainly lived up to my expectations and provided nice face time with the bloggers that I read, Tweet with, and converse with via e-mail on a daily basis. I also learned about tons of new tech products that I can’t…
Happy 3rd Birthday to Captain Computer!
Dear Captain Computer, You are the reason I didn’t want to go to BlogHer this year. I know that you will have birthdays for years to come, you are growing up so quickly and I didn’t want to miss your final days of being two. This year you went from being a silent observer to…
Website of the Week: 1800Flowers.com (with giveaway!)
Do you take time to yourself to destress and recharge? I know I don’t! While I’m off at BlogHer networking and mingling, I’m also looking forward to relaxing and recharging at the Social Luxe Lounge and Blogalicious’ Lush party among many others. For those who aren’t joining me at BlogHer this year, 1800Flowers.com has offered…
Giveaway: Safety 1st Summer Road Trip Safety Basket
As we’re in the midst of summer travel season, Safety 1st is offering a “Summer Road Trip Safety” basket to one lucky Tech Savvy Mama reader! Summer travel is fun and exciting, but it is important to first ensure the safety of your little ones in the back seat before you are able to sit…
Pre BlogHer DC Meetup & BlogHer Tips from a 2nd Timer
In just a week, I’ll be going to Chicago for BlogHer! As a second timer, I’m not so stressed about what to wear but more concerned about how make it to all the amazing parties. I’m looking forward to the Silicon Valley Moms Night Before BlogHer party to reconnect with the many women whose messages…
MapQuest Tricks & Tips for Smooth Summer Road Trips
Today’s Tech Savvy guest post comes from Shawna Landers, Director of Marketing for MapQuest. Shawna the lead marketing strategist for the company’s three business units who directs overall efforts for brand marketing, search engine marketing, PR, promotions, trade shows, research, product and trade marketing. Today, Shawna is here to share tips and tricks to help…
Memories of Michael Jackson
Thriller was the first album I ever purchased with my own money. I remember walking by the music store at the Hillsdale Mall while out shopping with my parents when I was 10 and needing Michael Jackson’s album so badly. At the time, Thriller was all over the radio, along with Madonna and Huey Lewis…
Website of the Week: Zazzle.com for Dazzling Customizable Gifts
Was your Father’s Day gift a hit or a big disappointment? Here it was a hit. I scored two Beastie Boys tickets (unlike those elusive White House Easter Egg Roll tickets!) as an early Father’s Day gift for Tech Savvy Daddy and today Little Miss Techie and Captain Computer pulled out all the stops for…
