From the monthly archives:

February 2010

Mommy Brain Moments

February 12, 2010

I had never even heard of the “mommy brain” phenomenon, until after the birth of my daughter. A couple months after her birth, my husband started claiming that our daughter had done something to me, and that I used to be smart. Thanks honey, I love you too.
I do have to admit that I have had [...]

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Join Kelly’s Bake Off to Fight Ovarian Cancer

February 10, 2010

Electrolux, Kelly Ripa, and Buddy Valastro (The Cake Boss) have teamed up to support ovarian cancer research. The campaign is called “Kelly’s Cake Off For a Cause”. The team recently hosted an event for baking enthusiasts. The participants were broken into 5 teams, to decorate cakes and show off all they had learned from the Cake [...]

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Wordless Wednesday Valentine’s Edition

February 10, 2010

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I am sharing my video of this amorous duo.
*For mature audiences

Have a Great Valentine’s Day!!!
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Free WordPress Themes (that aren’t quite so free)

February 9, 2010

I am a bit of a WordPress theme addict. Even when my blog uses a theme for a length of time, I am probably trying on others behind the scenes. Many of my bloggy friends are switching to WordPress, or thinking about it. The switch leaves them shopping around for a new theme. Most are not [...]

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10 Tips for Stress-Free Car Trips with Kids

February 9, 2010

Whether using your own car or are renting one for your trip, most parents find keeping children occupied during long rides challenging. While these tips won’t guarantee your child won’t get cranky, following them should keep them happy longer.

Pack a variety of snacks. Kids will already be fighting boredom, don’t let them be bored with [...]

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Swanky Aprons Review & Giveaway (Closed)

February 6, 2010

Review

Swanky Aprons is an online boutique specializing in vintage style aprons. The owner Jamie started the site in 2009, and has managed to keep down the prices on the great designer aprons she sells, by maintaining low overhead costs. Swanky Aprons currently carries two well known lines of designer vintage style aprons, Flirty Aprons [...]

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POM Wonderful Review

February 5, 2010

I was thrilled when POM Wonderful offered to send me a sample case. I was already a fan of this thick rich juice, but rarely buy it, in anything resembling bulk. I knew that this would enable me to experiment with this pure pomegranate juice, in some recipes. Regretfully, I only managed to develop one [...]

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Wordless Wednesday 2/3

February 3, 2010

Newly Born. Here is my daughter while we were still in the hospital. She was 3 or 4 days old, and was born with very good neck muscle control, and was already turning her head toward people in her vicinity. I said my 9 months of morning sickness must have given her a workout in there. [...]

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Mommy Worries

February 2, 2010

As moms, we are always going to have concern for the well being of our children,but some things tend to haunt us. These worries can take on a life of their own, and become a background theme in our lives. For me three things in particular are ongoing worries.
My biggest daily concern, since my daughter was [...]

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