As adults, we know the importance of a good credit report but have you ever thought to check your child’s credit? Identity thieves are always using web crawling software to locate information like birth dates, social security numbers, and names that are pieced together to create a brand new identity. Thieves covet social security numbers…
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Disney Magic Aboard Grand 1 Yacht at Disney Social Media Moms
Last Saturday our family spent a glorious afternoon full of Disney magic cruising on Grand 1 Yacht as the guests of Jessica from A Parent in Silver Spring who won our exclusive trip from Disney Social Media Moms Conference. I’ve never really thought much about boats during previous Disney trips other than them being a…
Red Envelope: Gorgeous Gifts to Please Any Mom (w. giveaway)
My family knows that when I unplug, I prefer to spend time in our yard so anything related to gardening is always a welcome gift. This year I let my husband use Red Envelope to shop for Mother’s Day gifts. I always love their high quality gifts and the ease of shopping so knew he…
RIP Beastie Boys Adam Yauch aka MCA w. 2009 Concert Pics
Thank you Twitter for the breaking news about the death of Beastie Boys co-founder Adam Yauch. 47. Cancer. So very sad. Licensed to Ill was the first album I ever bought with my own money. I caught them in concert a couple times at the 2 day Tibetian Freedom Concert in DC in 1998 and during…
ProFlowers for Mother’s Day Plants and Flowers
Orchids and azaleas always remind me of my Mom. She loves plants over cut flowers because of their longevity and while I like to surprise her with flowers, I know that the more practical side of her prefers azaleas that she can continue to enjoy when planted in her garden or the joy of her…
Personalized Gifts for Mom by Personal Creations (w. giveaway)
Mother’s Day is just over a week away and if you’re struggling to come up with a unique gift, think about something that she loves and get it personalized by Personal Creations. Personal Creations features hundreds of personalized gifts for moms that are sure to put a smile on her face. Having ordered embroidered Easter…
eBay Celebrates Moms, Memories with Twitter Party and $100 GC Giveaway
Time spent together completing holiday baking projects, going on bike rides, digging in the yard, taking summer road trips, and vacations spanning the globe are some of the fondest memories that I have of growing up. I love that my parents found time for us to spend together to strengthen our family bonds and plan…
momAgenda: Perfect Paper Calendars Even for the Tech Savvy (w. giveaway)
As much as I love shiny gadgets, new apps, and tech-cessories, the traditionalist in me also loves a great paper calendar. momAgenda has been my go-to for paper calendar for years and with the introduction of the brand new momAgenda Home Office Edition ($32.95, available July 1), my favorite calendar just became even better. momAgenda…
Space Shuttle Discovery Flies Over DC into Retirement #SpottheShuttle
Living in the Nation’s Capital, we’re privy to a lot of wonderful opportunities that are history in the making. Today scores of people gathered in spots in and around The National Mall for a glimpse of Space Shuttle Discovery as she traveled from Florida to her final resting place at The National Air and Space…
10 Ways Toyota Practices Environmental Kaizen
Toyota USA Headquarters in Torrance, California While at Toyota, I was privy to immersing myself in the spirit of kaizen, a Japanese word meaning continuous improvement that drives Toyota’s culture (no pun intended). Toyota is always looking for ways that it can improve sustainability and increase efficiency, while reducing the impact on the environment. Toyota’s…
