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…
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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…
Cold Water Wash: Eco Friendly Energy Saver
Did you know that when doing laundry, heating water can account for up to 80 percent of the energy used per wash load in the United States? Ever since visiting Bosch headquarters last year and learning that a cold water wash cleans your clothes just as well but saves energy and is better for…
Make It Count
What adventures do you have to fuel your soul and make your life count? Whether daily adventures or grand ones, there are things we do each and every day. I promise this video is inspirational and not just about girls in bikinis on the beach! How will you do more today? By the way, my…
Celebrate Clifford’s Birthday at Port Discovery (ticket giveaway)
Port Discovery is one of our favorite places to visit that never gets old thanks to great hands on exhibits and an amazing climbing structure rising three floors through the center of the building. During spring break we visited and got to experience Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog, a traveling exhibit at Port Discovery…
Geocaching: Outdoor Fun for Tech Savvy Families
We may be a tech savvy family, but we love being outside. We spent the weekend bike riding (wow, those little legs can pedal!) to explore green spaces not too far from our house and tending to our backyard garden. Yesterday I was talking with the National Wildlife Federation and when the subject of geocaching…
Hop: Movie Themed Easter Basket
Since we’re just finishing up Valentine’s chocolates in our house, I’m hoping the Easter Bunny will go light on the candy and heavy on alternate spring themed treasures and things that can be enjoyed as a family. Every weekend we have a movie night and this weekend’s pick was Hop, a darling family movie that blends…
SitterScout Secures Sitters from Your Network via Text
Does the hassle of scheduling your sitters keep you from scheduling much-needed date nights? Endless calls, voicemails, emails, and texts can certainly be a time sucking deterrent but SitterScout makes allows you to instantly reach out to your network of sitters with a single text. SitterScout is an online and mobile app that works from…
DC Readers: Let Your Inner Stooge Loose at Six Flags America (ticket giveaway)
Amusement park lovers and roller coaster enthusiasts in the DC Metro Area will be pleased to know that Six Flags is opening this weekend and celebrating April Stooge Day this Sunday, April 1 in honor of April Fools’ Day and The Three Stooges coming to theaters on April 13. About The Three Stooges the Movie…
