If tax season is daunting, it doesn’t have to be. Thinking about taxes throughout the year helps make the months and weeks leading up to the April 15 deadline easier especially when using apps and cloud based programs that help you keeping up with receipts, payments, and expenses in real time so you can file…
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2013 Ford Escape: Small affordable SUV with great tech features
The 2013 Ford Escape is a comfortable small SUV well suited for a tech savvy family of 4 who wants extras that won’t break the bank. Testing included driving the Ford Escape into Washington, D.C. for a theater performance, packing it full of supplies and snacks for both kids’ Valentine’s class parties, and an impromptu…
2013 Top 25 Tech Mom Blogs: Please vote for me!
It’s that time of the year when I am going to shamelessly beg for votes. Last year I was voted Top Tech Mom Blogs by Circle of Moms. I was nominated again this year and would love to stay in the Top 25. I’m proud of my work in this niche and would for you to vote for…
6 Ways to Prep for the Academy Awards with Xfinity
Whether you’re finalizing plans for your Oscar party, engaging in some fun with friends about who will win which golden statue, or just excited about cozying up in your PJs for movie’s biggest night, Xfinity has a ton of Oscar related content to take a look at in preparation for the Academy Awards this Sunday….
Hot or Cold? Honeywell’s Infograph on Gender Wars and Temperature (w. giveaway)
From the snow that fell in areas north of Philadelphia last week to the chilly temperatures in Minnesota, winter is still here despite the huge temperature fluctuations we’re still experiencing in the DC Metro Area. Since I work from home and my husband has the option to telecommute, we have separate but equal work spaces,…
HTC Droid DNA: New High End Android Device w. Giant 5” Screen
Released this week, Verizon’s Droid DNA by HTC is a phone that the internet has eagerly been anticipating. Codenamed “Big Red,” it’s an appropriate name for a 5 inch screen device that packs in impressive specifications into a very thin package. First, let’s talk about the screen. Five full inches! When placed side-by-side with a…
Super Bowl Saturday Night Red Carpet Pre-Show in Anticipation of Tonight’s Main Event
Are you ready for some football? I am! As 49er fans, we couldn’t be more excited for the opportunity for our team to secure their sixth Super Bowl win in tonight’s game. If you’re as anxious as we are and can’t wait until the pre-show coverage starts this afternoon, catch last night’s Super Bowl Saturday…
Introducing Office 365 Home Premium: Streamline Work Across Devices & Platforms
Your content and applications should be available to you wherever you are and on whatever device you are using in a way that is consistent and familiar to you. ~ Office and the Cloud on the Office Next Blog As a PC user, Mac owner, and someone who needs to access documents between various machines…
Comcast’s Free Xfinity Insider Program
Are you an Xfinity customer? If so, did you know you can join the free Xfinity Insider program for perks, product benefits, and more? Perks include: Online discounts at stores like HGTV and FoodNetwork.com VIP access to local events Promotional items Information on sweepstakes opportunities Insider-only offers Product benefits: Being the first to learn…
Dyson AM04 Hot+Cool Fan Heater Review: Smart & safe design for efficient portable heating and cooling
Temperatures in the DC area have fluctuated all winter and ranged from spring-like high to below freezing as daytime highs that make us adjust our thermostat constantly to save on energy costs. This week we’re supposed to see weather in the mid to low 20s with the chance of snow and sleet later this week….
