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…
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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…
7 Must-Have Gadgets for Outdoor Adventures
With winter’s chill finally going away to make way for warmer temperatures, we’re looking forward to more outdoor adventures like spring camping trips, summer trips to the pool, canoeing at the pond at the grandparent’s house, beach trips, and just playing outside in the yard. Having the right kind of gadgets that are suited for…
#Rio2 Unplugged: Stars Reveal Must-Have Gadgets Through Exclusive Interview
The parental challenge of getting kids to put down their devices and unplug is one that Blu and Jewel face as parents of three young blue macaws in Rio 2 but during recent interviews with the cast, I found that the stars who voice the characters were split over their love for new technology versus…
#Rio2 World Premiere and Celebrity Photos Through the Lens of my Samsung #NX30 Mirrorless Camera
I’m far from a professional photographer but I love taking photos and used to think I needed to upgrade to a DSLR from my point-and-shoot for better shots but was hesitant to make the purchase. Not only was a DSLR an investment but the camera body felt huge in my hands and their size made…
The Fascination with Selfies and How the Samsung NX Mini Can Help Step Up the Selfie Game
Our fascination with our images started well before selfies became a word, in fact, it began in infancy. I remember being a new parent and my daughter’s excitement in catching a glimpse of herself in the mirror that’s translated into my kids, ages 7 and 10, using their iPods to snap images of themselves. Last…
How to Control Your Home Theater from Your Smartphone: Logitech Harmony Smart Control Remote Review
The Logitech Harmony Smart Control Remote system turns your smartphone into a full-fledged Harmony Remote capable of controlling all of your home theater and stereo devices. If you’ve never used a Harmony remote, they are the industry standard for high-quality Universal Remotes. They can completely eliminate a stack of remotes and make all of your…
5 Tools for Staying Organized at Tax Time
I am a compensated member of Master Lock’s Live Secure Safety Squad but all beliefs are my own. The dreaded deadline for taxes is coming up and if your family’s health care receipts are scattered all over the place, you have no idea how many times you donated items to charity, or gave money to…
