Mega Bloks – Blok Squad Buildable Playsets

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My husband can't wait for TJ to be able to play with micro blocks with him.  While he is a little young yet, TJ loves to build things.  He can build an amazing tower out of cups, and he can build a mean robot with his large Mega Bloks. In a couple of years he is going to be ready for the micro blocks sets like Legos and the new Blok Squad playsets from Mega Bloks. Blok Squad buildable playsets … [Read more...]


Step2 Pedal Farm Tractor – Great Gift for the Holidays

Pedal Farm Tractor

I am so excited to share TJ's fun new tractor from Step 2.  I don't know where his love for tractors came from, but whenever we see one he literally screams out loud, "Tractor, Mommy!"  When I saw the Pedal Farm Tractor I knew that TJ would love it. Step2 is a wonderful company who is the largest American manufacturer of preschool and toddler toys. The Step2 family also includes Thinkativity … [Read more...]


Britax Marathon 70 Review and Giveaway

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I recently went with a friend to a baby store to help her with her baby registry.  We had a lot of fun picking out things for her baby girl that will be born in December.  We looked at everything from bottles to blankets.  When we got to the car seat aisle, she seemed a little overwhelmed.  I told her that she couldn't go wrong with a Britax.  Britax has symbolized the ultimate in both safety … [Read more...]


The SUBWAY Baseball DeSIGNS Tour

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I played Little League Baseball for many years.  I was one of the only girls on my team, but I didn't care.  I loved to play baseball!  Little League has given kids the confidence to go after their dreams for over 70 years.  For the third time, Subway restaurants is helping raise money for Little League by donating baseballs signed by your favorite celebrities. The SUBWAY® Baseball DeSIGNS … [Read more...]


Umi Shoes Fall Collection Review and Giveaway (Closed)

Umi Boys Shoes

It is back to school time and one my favorite things to do before going back to school is to fiind the perfect pair of shoes.  Of course this translated to my son as soon as he was born (even though he doens't go to school yet). One of my favorite shoe collections for kids has their all new collection available for the fall.  Umi shoes has been a staple in our house as they have the most … [Read more...]


CLUE: Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Edition

Harry Potter Clue

I love the Harry Potter series.  I am really sad that the whole thing is coming to an end with the last installment of the movies out in theatres now.  I have read the series more times than I am willing to admit and I have seen all of the movies.  There is something timeless about the characters and the books that I know my son will love to read when he gets older.  Luckily, there are other … [Read more...]


July is National Ice Cream Month – Check Out The New Products From Unilever

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One thing about the summer that I love is ice cream.  Did you know that July is National Ice Cream Month?  Visiting the stores this week, TJ and I saw a lot of delicious ice cream and Popsicle products that had us drooling.  There are so many, that even the pickiest ice cream fan can find exactly what they are craving right in the grocery store.  Here is what's new this summer from some of … [Read more...]


Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Veggie Pasta

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As most readers of my blog know, I have one of the world's pickiest eaters living in my house.  He doesn't like to try new things and will only eat a handful of foods.  I had dreams of my child eating organic vegetables that we grew together in our garden, what a joke!  If I can get him to eat any kind of fruit or vegetable, I am a very happy mom! Kraft knows how hard it is to get your kids … [Read more...]


Day Out with Thomas: Leader of the Track Tour 2011

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My son's current obsession is trains.  He has a train set that he puts together almost everyday and will play with his trains for about an hour at a time.  He loves his "choo choos."  When I heard that Thomas the Train would be within driving distance of Indianapolis, I knew I had to take the boys.  So, a couple of weekends ago I took TJ and his cousin to Connersville, IN to see Thomas. We … [Read more...]


Happy Fourth of July

WINNIE THE POOH

To Celebrate the holiday and the upcoming release of Winnie the Pooh, here are a few quotes from my favorite bear: QUOTES & POOH PHILOSOPHY FROM “WINNIE THE POOH” Pooh Says Quotes from the Film “A Pooh Bear takes care of his tummy by never forgetting to eat.” “I am a bear of very little brain and long words bother me.” “If everything is honey and I am what … [Read more...]