Ok. It’s no secret that I’m OBSESSED with doll’s houses, Lundby doll’s houses in particular. I received my first Smaland house over a year ago and it continues to bring my family and I great joy, laughter, and enough creative brainstorming to outlast any other toy in our house. Here’s a bit of background info […]
Kidz Bop 27 Makes Car Rides Entertaining and Fun!
Whether we are on our way to school, a play date or the grocery store, my kids love to listen to music, a great thing, since I love music as well. Let’s face it though; some of the stuff out there just isn’t friendly for little ears! Kidz Bop music makes pop music safe […]
Sahara Sam’s to Host 23rd Special Evening at Sam’s on Nov. 14th
If you’re local to the Philadelphia area and have kids, you know all about Sahara Sam’s Oasis, the awesome indoor-outdoor water park in West Berlin, NJ. But did you know that they hold a very special event once a quarter just for special needs children? The event, Special Evenings at Sam’s, or SEAS, is […]
The 5th Annual Neighborhood Toy Store Day is Coming to a Neighborhood Near You!
(Disclosure: This is a sponsored post, and I received samples of many of the toys featured. I was a part of the team that helped ASTRA create Neighborhood Toy Store Day in 2010, and I have worked with them as a consultant since 2009. However, my opinions are not influenced by my work with ASTRA. […]
#GetReady: Two Year Anniversary of Hurricane Sandy
Wednesday, Oct. 29 is the 2-year anniversary of Hurricane Sandy’s U.S. landfall. Sandy affected 24 states, killed 162 people, caused more than $50 million in damage and damaged or destroyed 650,000 homes and hundreds of child care centers and schools. It was the day that life turned upside down for thousands of children who suddenly […]
November 1 is National Brush Day
Four minutes. Four minutes a day is all it takes to keep our mouths healthy. As a mom, I can attest to the frustration that is involved with getting kids to brush their teeth. It starts when they are little, and they kick and scream before letting you pry their mouths open to scrub off […]
DVDs That Get Us Through Rainy Days!
What to do on a rainy day? Pop some popcorn and pop in a movie! It may seem like a no-brainer, but once winter comes and that rain turns to snow, you’ll be thanking me later! I was able to see a screener of new DVD that just came out called Hero that highlights the […]
As Seen on TV: Wubble Bubble Ball Review
*I was sent product in order to facilitate this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.* I’ll confess that I’m a sucker for “As Seen on TV” products. My house is full of kitchen gadgets, cleaning products and appliances I saw on TV. Very few of those products really live up to their hype, […]
Rio 2 Mobile Summer Party Tour Coming to Philly July 1st!
Want a great way to kick off your 4th of July weekend? The Rio 2 Mobile Summer Party Tour is kicking off right here in Philadelphia next Tuesday, July 1st, in Franklin Square Park, located at 6th and Race Sts.! Bring the whole family to see the Mobile Party Truck from noon- 6:30pm. The party […]
Summer is the Perfect Time to Head Outdoors and Discover the Forest
Bright sunshine, a fresh breeze, warm weather and the sounds of birds tweeting are just a few of the great things about summer. The gorgeous weather alone is compelling enough to tempt anyone off the couch and I am making it a point to get my family outdoors and active all summer long. Valley Forge […]
