Jan 31, 2008 in Daily, Hotels/Lodging, Props | 1 Comment
There are rare moments in life that time stands still. I knew the very second that we stepped into the domed atrium at West Baden Springs Hotel in French Lick, Indiana that this was one of those moments. You don’t have to walk around the spectacular atrium to appreciate the expansive domed structure, which has [...]
Jan 30, 2008 in Beverages, Daily, Pans | 7 Comments
I am one for bargains and trying new things. I was able to satisfy both passions when I saw the new Diet Cherry Chocolate Dr. Pepper on sale and combined it with a $1.50 off instant coupon, which made it practically free. After chilling the can and drinking it over crushed ice I was seriously [...]
Jan 29, 2008 in Daily, Giveaways, Props, Services, Stationary | 62 Comments
I’m a sucker for stationary. In fact it might very well be the only girly thing about me. If it has pink swirly lines or fancy emblems, I fall for it. So it didn’t take much for Pose Prints to win me over with their custom designed cards. When I was first introduced to their [...]
Jan 26, 2008 in Daily, Educational, Kids, Props | 0 Comments
When I first discovered the Haba toy line I knew I was on to something. Not only are they lead free and non-toxic, but they are also educational, developmental and creative. Plus children are able to work through problem solving on their own.
I purchased this Marble Track for my son at Christmas and it [...]
Jan 25, 2008 in Daily, Dining Out, Food, Props | 0 Comments
We tried out the Pizza Hut Pizza Mia a few months ago and I was going to review it then, but couldn’t find anything on their website about it at the time. It was almost like Pizza Mia was Pizza Hut’s dirty little secret.
Which made no sense to me, because in the world of pizza [...]
Jan 24, 2008 in Daily, Household, Props | 3 Comments
My new Swiffer SweeperVac arrived just as we returned home from Guatemala and our house was a mess from all of the Christmas festivities. We still had glitter and wrappings strewn all over the floor because we hopped a plane to meet our new son on the morning of the 26th and obviously we were [...]
Jan 23, 2008 in Daily, Miscellaneous, Personal Care, Props | 2 Comments
Some of you may have made resolutions this year that include losing weight. Or maybe you just want to get more exercise in. Either way, I purchased a Horizon Club T500 Treadmill last fall and thought this might be a good time to let you know if I think it’s a good product.
We purchased it [...]
Jan 22, 2008 in Daily, Giveaways, Kids, Shoes | 170 Comments
When Polliwalks were first introduced to me I was angry, because I wish I would have created this type of kid’s shoe. They are beyond cute, but also offer more than just foot protection. Designed in four styles (ducks, lady bugs, gators and frogs) and available in a variety of colors, they certainly mix things [...]
Jan 19, 2008 in Daily, Educational, Kids, Props | 0 Comments
We recently received a sample of the Count & Cook game which retails for $13 and is for 2-4 players (again, age 3 & up). It takes only about 10 minutes to play and is great for kids who love to help in the kitchen.
As I said, my son is only 21 months old but [...]
Jan 18, 2008 in Daily, Educational, Kids, Props | 0 Comments
I have loved playing Cranium since I got it for Christmas a couple of years ago. I’m a total dork and I love board games - especially when I get to act goofy, draw and make things with clay all in the same game. So when I was given the opportunity to try [...]
Jan 16, 2008 in Daily, Giveaways, Kids, music | 36 Comments
I hate to admit this. In fact, I’ve tried thinking of a way to just say my son loved the new Backyardigans music album, Born to Play, but I can’t come up with the right words. So, I’ll just come out and say it. Yes, I was rocking out in my mini-van to their new [...]
Jan 15, 2008 in Daily, Personal Care, Props | 3 Comments
I have spent thousands of dollars in search of something that would make my extremely dry skin feel soft and smooth. I have tried Arbonne, Lancome, Avon, Mary Kay, Olay, L’Oreal, Eucerin, baby oil/gel, Vaseline, Kiehl’s, Burt’s Bee’s, SkinCeutical and that the list could go on.
I have even gotten prescriptions from my dermatologist and paid [...]
Jan 13, 2008 in Daily, Food, Pans | 3 Comments
I have lived in the South and in the North. I appreciate that depending on where you live, you can order a hoagie, grinder or sub, and still end up with a very similar sandwich. I also realize that people in different regions, eat and drink things to the taste palette of the region. Sweet [...]
Jan 11, 2008 in Customer Service, Daily, Miscellaneous, Props, Services | 2 Comments
That slogan is accurate. Skybus is the newest airline to make saving money almost as fun as taking a vacation. Based in Columbus, OH this low cost carrier is safe, fully automated and fun. They have brand new airbus airplanes that are clean and comfy, and their staff is friendly and helpful.
I have always been [...]
Jan 10, 2008 in Daily, Electronics, Kids, Media, Props | 9 Comments
This past Christmas my older daughter wanted only one thing from Santa – a pink digital camera. In the past we’ve gotten her those oversized, kid-friendly type models. However, to her they seemed more like toys rather than the “real thing” because the quality of the photos were usually less than desirable and the LCD [...]