Travel
Flamingo Gardens Fort Lauderdale FL
Bird Watching Up Close and Personal at the Flamingo Gardens Botanical Gardens and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary Anyone that has ever been attracted to bird watching and communing with nature needs to add the Flamingo Gardens in Fort Lauderdale Florida to their list of travel destinations. The gardens are in part a small zoo or sanctuary for animals that can’t live in the wild, while giving visitors a peek into the magic of the Everglades. With interesting local wildlife and the {Read More}
Tentrr, A New Way to Camp
Are you camping-curious, but not sure you want to deal with all the tent and sleeping bag related hassle? Have a hesitant spouse? Or perhaps you love camping, as we do, but are ready to try something new and different with your friends and family this fall. We recently headed out with Tentrr, a new company that gives you the camping experience you are after, from the most basic and remote locations to the “glamping” end of things as you {Read More}
Visit Barbados. Like, Right now.
I’ve been obsessed with Barbados since I was a kid, when I read the Newbery Medal winning book “The Witch of Blackbird Pond” by Elizabeth George Speare. For anyone who somehow managed to escape their summer reading, the book is about a fictional 17th Century young woman who, orphaned, must leave her home in Barbados and travel to New England. Now in Puritan Connecticut, she often reminisces about her home and her childhood growing up in beautiful Barbados. Yes, as {Read More}
Coconut Bay Resort, St. Lucia
No matter what kind of vacation you are looking for- family trip, a romantic couples retreat, girlfriends getaway- you can find what you are looking for on the diverse island of St. Lucia. Coconut Bay is located near the airport (in fact, just five minutes away), so you won’t have a long trek to your room once you arrive. That’s never a welcome surprise, is it? Once there, you are greeted by friendly staff with cool towels and cold drinks {Read More}
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire
Looking for an all-season resort you can enjoy with the family? Look no further then the beautiful Waterville Valley Resort, set in the always stunning White Mountains of New Hampshire. We are lovers of NH, it’s not hard to find a reason to get us to head up for a visit. If you have ever set foot in the small but stunning state, you likely are as well. Outdoors Enthusiasts will be hard pressed to be kept away, no matter {Read More}
Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts in Riviera Maya, Mecico
It’s that time of year that feels like winter will never end. First, Winter. Then, “False Spring”, wild cold snap, at least one more blizzard that will lead to “second False Spring”, and then maybe we can finally start to melt. I’m thinking about a shortcut to getting warm. Mexico is calling. It’s just a short plane ride away, and it’s beautiful beaches, resorts, and diverse entertainment are just the thing to help wipe away the winter blues. Not to {Read More}
Reviews & Giveaways
Coral UV 3-in-1 Sanitizer
With recent attention paid to UV-C sanitizers for at home disinfection, we want to introduce you to the Coral UV 3-in-1 Sanitizer: a compact, UV-C sanitizer that provides an easy and chemical free solution for sanitizing everyday items. Our most used items collect the most germs but are the hardest to clean (keys, cell phones, TV remotes). The UV 3-in-1 sanitizer is an effective solution for limiting germs around yourself and your home. Coral UV uses a high energy, artificial {Read More}
WIN! ProjeX™ Projecting Gaming Arcade
When it’s lights off, it’s game on with the ProjeX™ Projecting Gaming Arcade from New York City-based NSI International, Inc. Projex lets you blast targets, ducks or UFOs that are projected right onto your wall – each with its own unique sound effects. ProjeX turns any room in your house into an incredible gaming arcade. The Projex system projects the targets onto almost any wall. There’s no need for a TV, computer, smart phone or other equipment. The size of {Read More}
#WIN Naked Nutrition- all natural protein powders #GetNaked
Naked Nutrition is an all-natural protein powders for health conscious people, using only the purest raw ingredients. You can choose from the whey protein or the newly launched keto fat bomb supplement. About Naked Nutrition- “From Grass-Fed Whey Protein to Pea Protein Powder to Organic Brown Rice Protein Powder, Naked Nutrition provides the purest supplements. Our proteins are loaded with essential amino acids and no artificial sweeteners or colors. Our commitment to offering the best protein powders and supplements extends to all our products including Powdered Peanut Butter, Casein {Read More}
Haba Hubelino Basic Set Marble Run
If you are looking for ideas to keep the kids occupied during these long pandemic/ “shelter in place” days of no school, no camp, no playdates, etc, check out the new Haba Hubelino Basic Set, Marble Run. It’s a fun toy that has blocks that are used to build the set into as many tracks as the mind can imagine- but don’t worry, it comes with a booklet that illustrates ideas in case the mind is tired. Some basic info- {Read More}
Hand2Mind Moving Creations
Looking to fill your “shelter in place” days with a little more then TV? If you are like me, you are worried about all the school your little one is missing. We are really looking at learning toys and hands on learning, experiments, and anything that lets them learn by doing while they are home with us. One toy that we have recently tried was the Hand2Mind Moving Creations with K’nex. My youngest son (and husband) love K’nex, and we {Read More}
Giveaway – BioMed For Pain Relief #HealthyLiving #painrelief #GIVEAWAY
If all this sitting around is getting to be a pain in the neck, there are some really great relief products from BioMed. No matter what feels tight or is causing you discomfort, there is a heating pad that is sure to bring alleviation. Sunny Bay Hands-Free Neck Heating Wrap: Microwavable Thermal Hot Pack, Heat Therapy Neck Brace for Sore Neck Shoulder Muscle Pain Relief. Quite a name, but at least it’s descriptive. This comes in multiple sizes and colors, {Read More}
Recipes
CRAZY CANDY CANE CAKE
Ready to make a cake that will have your friends and family racing back for more? Totally Instagram ready, the Crazy Candy Cane Cake from the HOLIDAY JUBILEE retro cookbook will have everyone smiling. And eating. GET THIS 3 boxes white cake mix, mixed according to box instructions 1 large bottle red food … [Read More...]
Butternut Squash and Kale Soup
This soup makes the perfect vegetable side dish—it's packed with nutritious vegetables and healthy carbohydrates from the butternut squash and other veggies! Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Serves: 4 Serving Size: 1 cup Ingredients: 1 large sweet onion, cut into wedges 4 cups cubed butternut squash (about 3/4-inch … [Read More...]
RUMI’S JHAL GOSHT (BEEF OR LAMB CURRY)
Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, coarsely chopped Curry spices (see below) 1 1/2 pounds lamb or beef stew meat 1 cup yogurt 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (stems and leaves) CURRY INGREDIENTS 1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes (depending on heat … [Read More...]
Crisp Apple Donuts (with fewer calories and less sugar)
Ingredients For The Donuts: 1 cup Crisp Apple Sparkling ICE 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature) ½ cup Splenda Sugar Blend 2 eggs ¼ cup whole milk 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 3 ¾ cup all purpose flour For The Cinnamon Sugar: 1½ cups Splenda Sugar … [Read More...]
Parenting
10 Worst States for Lead Poisoning in Children – Are Your Children in Danger?
For most people, lead poisoning is something we hear about in the news and then forget about the next day. But in a recent study, more than 350,000 children in the US were afflicted with lead poisoning in just one year alone--many without their parents knowing until it's far too late. What level of exposure are your children facing and … [Read More...]
5 Things Foster Parents Should Know About Navigating The Court System
The important role foster parents have in a child’s life expands significantly when they go to court. To make decisions in a child’s best interest, judges need good information, and foster parents ideally can provide that. Thus, foster parents having a complete understanding of how to participate in court goes a long way toward … [Read More...]
Technology
Luigi’s Mansion 3 by Nintendo #GiftGuide
Looking for a fun game to get for the kids this holiday season? Nintendo has just come out with the 3rd in a their series, Luigi's Mansion 3, just in time for this gift giving season. Luigi just wanted to get away, a little vacation- but that just never seems to work out for him, does it? My son's review of Luigi's … [Read More...]
Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher @BOSCHHOMEUS #ad @BestBuy
Are you looking for a new dishwasher? The new Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher at Best Buy is a great option for anyone who is looking for an upgrade to their dishwasher or for the highest quality. It's not cheap, but it sounds like it will do the job better then your average dishwasher. About the Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher at Best Buy The … [Read More...]
Altec Lansing Baby Boom XL Portable Bluetooth Speaker @alteclansing #myalteclansing @BestBuy #ad
Looking for the perfect speaker to take along with you on your next trip? Let me introduce to you your new favorite take-along, the Altec Lansing Baby Boom Xl Portable Speaker. The longest name ever for a tiny speaker. Don't let the name fool you, it has a BIG sound packed into such a little handful of a thing. We brought this along … [Read More...]
Cosmic Cubs Learning Apps For Kids
Summer is a great time to relax and enjoy time together with friends and family, but you don't want to let your mind turn to mush during that time. According to the Northwest Evaluation Association's research, "summer learning loss was observed in math and reading across third to eighth grade, with students losing a greater proportion of … [Read More...]
Lifestyle
Our New Additions To The Family
So, as any followers on Instagram my have noticed, we have added to the family. We recently added two adorable pups to the pack. We went for one, but ended up with two. You know how that goes. We just couldn't stop thinking about that adorable little face, so we had to go back. Welcome home, Shayna and Kofi! #DontShopAdopt … [Read More...]
“Chasing Rainbows: The Road to Oz” at Paper Mill Playhouse
We just saw the new play,"Chasing Rainbows: The Road to Oz", at Paper Mill Playhouse. Continuing until October 27, this world premiere focuses on the early life of Francis Gumm, who became Judy Garland. Best known for her breakout performance as Dorothy in "The Wizard of Oz", her life and family are brought to life in a … [Read More...]
