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Boxed Set of Greeting Cards- I found this amazing set of cards at Costco for $12.99 and it is stocked with beautiful handmade cards for all kinds of [...]

Kermit can’t sing his trademark tune any longer. The sentiment that “it’s not easy being green,” is just passé. The last couple of years you can’t seem to turn around without seeing green products everywhere you shop, and that’s a great thing!
A couple of years ago, when we moved into our new home, I [...]

Happy Thanksgiving from Props & Pans. May you enjoy yourselves today and rest tonight, so that tomorrow you may join the millions of people who rise before the crack of dawn in search of the All- American bargain!
Here are some hints for Black Friday Deals:
Dick’s Sporting Goods

Carhartt Workzone Jacket $39.98
Nuvi 205 Wide GPS Auto Navigation [...]

Cool Baby Kid, the original Baby Kid blog, was established in November 2005 as a place for moms to find cool products and resources for themselves and their families. Each post includes cool picks on products, tips for consumers on where to make purchases and how to take advantage of special promotions, and cool giveaways.

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Props & Pans is giving two lucky readers a Air Hog Helicopter. Chances are you’ve either seen these small flying objects on TV commercials or you’ve seen this toy on your child’s Christmas wish list. If you haven’t already heard about them, then you can read our review here.
To enter visit the Academy of Model [...]

If you want to make a 6 year old boys day, just bring home a box that contains a remote control helicopter from Air Hogs. This is what I did a few weeks ago with our son and although I knew he would be ecstatic over the new toy, I was concerned that it might [...]

My sons and I were familiar with Bob the Builder. We had never watched any of the episodes, but we knew Bob. We knew his work and we respected him as one fine builder. When we received the Bob the Builder: Big Build Collection, I had mixed feelings. I try to choose shows that [...]

Welcome to Must Have Monday’s. Every Monday our reviewers will let you have a sneak peak into what we use in our homes and our lives. Here we will tell you about the things we can’t live without. If you have a “must have” item to pass along please e-mail us. We welcome contributions from [...]

When it comes to finding a snack for my daughter I am really picky. It needs to be healthy with not a lot of sugar added. I also want her to enjoy it without making a big mess. I was introduced to Brother’s All Natural fruit and potato crisps by another mom with a toddler [...]

Sunday morning is usually the same every week. Wake up, crawl out of bed, make some breakfast, wake up the teens and have a family pow-wow. We talk, discuss chores and then all head to our separate areas of the house.You can imagine what type of aromas linger after cooking a hearty breakfast.
I’ve found very [...]