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Exciting times! Halloween is tomorrow night. We’ve had a super busy week as yesterday was Kenzie’s Halloween Parade, tomorrow is her birthday party, and then we’ll be trick or treating with both kids in the evening. (Kyle will likely be a super hero as I’ve been unable to coerce him into either the bear or [...]
It’s Tea Time! We didn’t let the rescheduling of Kenzie’s birthday party (thanks to H1N1) stop our fun last Saturday. Instead, Nana surprised both Kenzie and Mom with a reservation for Tea at the Simpson Tea Room in Chester Springs, PA. While certainly not anything like Tea at the Plaza in New York, Kenzie was [...]
Can’t resist sharing this one. Moms if you need an easy Halloween costume that will get everybody talking, try this Kate Gosselin Wig for just $12. Pretty hysterical. And cheap too! You can buy it here. Kate Gosselin’s fame is now affirmed as she joins the ranks of Spiderman, Batgirl, Dorothy from the Wizard of [...]
Win it! We’re giving away a 17 inch Soft Plush Madeline Talking doll. This Madeline doll speaks 4 phrases of both English and French when you squeeze her little hands. Very cute. Value $24.99 We got a chance to receive one of these for a review from Kids Preferred and it is super cute. The [...]
If you purchased a Baby Einstein DVD in the last 5 years, you are eligible to return your DVD for a full refund of $15.99 or you may opt to trade your DVD in for a Baby Einstein Book or Music CD of your choice if you were not satisfied with your experience. Each household [...]
Now that our late blooming talker Kyle is beginning to speak more we’re having some funny conversations. This is how it usually plays out with our sweet mischievous boy who loves to color on the walls, carpet, or find a way make a mess or destruct. Mom or Dad: “Did you break it Kyle?” Kyle [...]
With the holiday shopping season quickly racing towards us, here’s another coupon code worth sharing. Found this $30 off any $100 or more purchase at Coldwater Creek valid until 11/30/09 flipping through my Better Homes & Garden magazine. Use code NKA9425 in offer box at checkout online or on the phone. One offer per customer [...]
You must check out a New York City kid’s treasure… the Central Park Carousel! Located in the heart of Central Park near the intersection of Central Park Driveway/6th Ave. and 65th Transverse (near Sheep’s Meadow), the carousel was built in 1871 and is still going strong. The carousel has the largest hand-carved figures ever constructed… [...]
Awesome offer to share with you all. We love shopping at the Children’s Place and I usually buy one of Kenzie’s holiday outfits there every year. Update: Save 20% at the Children’s Place when you click here and use the coupon code HA299 through November 16th, 2009. Check out their ongoing sales for goodies priced [...]
Save up to $30 with this Big Apple Circus Coupon code for your discount- which is playing from October 22nd to January 18th, 2010 at the Lincoln Center in NYC. Here’s the skinny on these fantastic discounted coupon codes. To purchase your discounted tickets to the Big Apple Circus: Online: http://bigapplecircus.org/mommy.aspx and submit the code [...]
4 years ago today my little girl surprised us all with her arrival a month early. How well I can remember my water breaking after my gigantic pasta & meatball dinner and the memorable natural childbirth that followed. Hard to believe that the tiny girl once in my belly is now my most special little [...]
As the days grow shorter, the weather cools, and the kids start going stir crazy, we all start looking for activities to keep parents sane and the kids entertained. Mattel Games just launched a new line of fun games geared towards pre-schoolers and young children that are exciting for the entire family. We had the [...]
Win it! After spending the afternoon in the Little Debbie Cupcake Car with the Smile Squad handing out Little Debbie Cupcakes at our local Mall, I’m now able to share a sweet yummy giveaway with my readers. 3 Winners will each get to take home this prize package of Little Debbie’s brand new chocolate cupcakes. [...]
We snapped these shots from our plane window on our Southwest Flight to Vegas. Took these photos with my iPhone – surprised how well they actually turned out. During the flight we could spot the Grand Canyon, lots of mountains, and Lake Mead.
Just saw this awesome Leap Frog coupon code for Friends & Family. Save 25% off sitewide until October 15, 2009. Use code FAFLEAP. Enjoy!
Win it! Walt Disney’s original Snow White film from 1937 has been released from Disney’s coveted fault and we’ve got a fabulous Snow White DVD giveaway for 1 lucky reader. Little girls everywhere along with their Moms are too excited for this release. We’ve been watching it and it is wonderful. Yes, old fashioned compared [...]
Win it! The Big Apple Circus is back in town with Bello Nock, named “America’s Best Clown” by Time magazine, and the world’s most exciting circus artists under the Big Top. We’re giving away a family 4 pack of tickets to the Big Apple Circus in New York City at the Lincoln Center. The tickets [...]
Here’s a sneak peek at the much awaited Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure DVD to be released on October 27th, 2009. Enjoy! Kenzie can’t wait for the new Tink flick. After this movie, we can all still look forward to more Tink – as the Winter & Spring themed movies will still follow.
Win it! We’re giving away 2 Spooky books to one lucky winner. The prize package will include the 1st 2 books of the Scream Street series – Fang of the Vampire and Blood of the Witch. Value estimated at $12. We didn’t take a peek at these books as my kids are still pretty young, [...]
Remember Dr. Andrew Weil? Well now, he’s launched a line of more natural and BPA free baby products -think nurser bottles, silicone nipples, silicone pacifiers, bottle brushes, etc. We’re giving a $50 set away to one lucky reader. We couldn’t test these out per say since my kids are off the binky and the bottle, [...]
Win it! Last week in NYC, I got to take a peek at the hot new styling craze called Harumika. Perfect for all those future fashionistas and little girls dreaming of becoming designers someday. Officially, for ages 6+, this product is something the little girls about 3+ will also enjoy with help from Mommy. (Yes [...]
The perks of being a mom blogger who reviews toys include getting a sneak peek at the hottest coolest toys to hit the market. Last Thursday I spent the day in New York City for the Time to Play Press conference where the Holiday’s Most Wanted Toys would be revealed. 16 Toys topped the list. [...]
Here’s a peek at one cool product I got to try out in NYC where I attended the press conference for the “Most Wanted” Holiday Toys. This one didn’t make the Top 16 list, but I thought it was pretty cool. Here’s my quick demo.Elmo’s Tickling Hands is in stores for this holiday season and [...]
Here’s a super coupon code for this season’s Disney on Ice programs. Wish we could hit the show when it plays in Philly as Kenzie & Kyle would be captivated, however, Mike & I will be taking our much awaited vacation to Las Vegas (without the munchkins). So, I’m giving away 4 tickets to a [...]
