If you’re a passionate DSLR user, Samsung is tempting you to make the move to mirrorless at their #DitchtheDSLR event in New York City on Wednesday, June 4. The first consumers to trade in their DSLRs between 12-6 pm will receive a new Samsung NX30 SMART Camera, valued at $999. You’ll also have the chance…
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2014 Kia Cadenza: Premium Features Provide Ultimate Luxury in Affordable Vehicle
If Kia makes you think of hamsters from past Super Bowl ads, there’s another side of the brand that screams luxury and is well represented in the Kia Cadenza. Last summer I had the opportunity to attend a posh DC dinner event at a gorgeous restaurant featuring fancy food and rides around the block in…
10 Things Families Should Discuss to Build Healthier Relationships with Devices
I wanted to call this post Why Conscious Unplugging is Better than Pulling the Plug Cold-Turkey Style because we all feel the pull of the screens on our digital devices and know we should unplug, especially today since we’re right smack in the middle of Screen Free Week. But having a designated week that is even…
What Does Your Online Presence Say to Your Kids? Maybe it’s Time to #RefreshYourFunny
This post was sponsored by the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility in conjunction with my role as a #TalkEarly ambassador. “Night mommy. I just want one more kiss,” my 10 year old daughter says, wandering into my office to give me a third kiss for the night. Enveloping me in a warm hug, she nestles her…
How Post-it Products Evernote Collection Serves as a Secret Weapon for Family Communication
My husband and I constantly travel for work and when fellow parents ask how we balance work, travel, running a household, and family without the help of a nanny or sitter, they’re surprised to hear how much we rely on technology. Texting, Skype, and email are great ways to stay in touch but the new…
Capture Handwritten Notes Digitally with Post-it Products Evernote Collection
Despite my tech savvy, I am a true lover of paper products, especially Post-it Products. I love using various sizes and colors to keep my work to-do list, home tasks, and kids’ activities organized and love that my favorite tool just got better thanks to Post-it Products Evernote Collection that blends my passion of…
Microsoft Office for iPad Now Available & OneNote Free for All Devices!
Gone are the days where the best productivity using Microsoft Office tools was done on a Windows platform. Recent news about Office for iPad and OneNote being available free for the first time for Mac users made cross-platform users like me who seek fluidity between all devices do a little dance for joy! As a…
Review: Rayovac Virtually Indestructible LED Spotlight for Everyday & Outdoor Adventures
I am a member of the Rayovac Power Bloggers and receive product and compensation for my involvement however, all opinions are my own. Perhaps it’s the former Girl Scout in me but I always like to be prepared. The mild spring temperatures will morph into warm summer months and it’s important to be prepared for…
5 Ways to Unplug to Win Back Family Time
There’s a common misconception that since I write about technology, I must always be online but I’m not. One of the things I love most about my job is the ability to unplug when my kids come home. Doing this has allowed me to unplug to win back family time. I’m able to fully focus…
Toshiba Chromebook Giveaway!
If you’re in the market for a new laptop, a Toshiba Chromebook may be a great choice thanks to the nice price of $279 and a 13” screen. According to Laptop Mag, it looks more like a “mainstream laptop” thanks to its “colorful 13-inch display, quality speakers and long battery life for a good price.”…
