From My Garden – More Signs of Spring!
March 6, 2010 – 11:32 pm | One Comment

I spent some time in the garden today with the hubs and the fur kids. The day was unusually grand for Seattle and we wanted to make the most of the sunny day before the …

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Build-a-Bear Easter Blossom Bunny – Enter To Win!
March 16, 2010 – 4:55 pm | 40 Comments

I have a new found respect for Build-a-Bear after I attended an event as part of the Disney Social Media Mom’s conference in which their Chief Executive Bear, Maxine Clark, spoke.  I learned that the company has high standards for customer care and works hard to provide a great shopping experience.  I also love that they share their wealth with children’s charities.  I was thrilled when I was asked if I’d like to do a giveaway here for a $25 Build-a-Bear Workshop Gift Card!  Read the full story »

Connie is a mom of two adult children and wife to her sweetie of 26 years. She's also the owner of Princess Time Toys and is in the Top 100 Most Popular Reviewers at Epinions.com

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Playhouse Disney Handy Manny Twitter Party March 20
March 16, 2010 – 11:55 am | No Comment
Playhouse Disney Handy Manny Twitter Party March 20

On Saturday, March 20th, the “Handy Manny” gang will prepare for the Wood Valley 500 in the brand new primetime special, “Handy Manny’s Big Race,” and Mom Central is holding a Twitter Party to celebrate! …

Sprinkles Cupcakes, Yes! You Can Make At Home!
March 15, 2010 – 8:25 am | One Comment
Sprinkles Cupcakes, Yes! You Can Make At Home!

I’ll admit, I first heard about Sprinkles Cupcakes from watching The Girls Next Door. It’s one of my guilty TV pleasures. Bridgette Marquette, Hef’s old girlfriend, is a huge fan of Sprinkles …

Bluer Than Blue, What Do You Do When the Blues Hit You?
March 12, 2010 – 4:48 pm | 2 Comments
Bluer Than Blue, What Do You Do When the Blues Hit You?

I’m having a blue day. Nothing feels right, tastes right, or seems interesting.  I just want to crawl back in bed and forget about it.  I don’t feel like doing anything, but doing nothing is …

My New Rice Cooker Does More Than Rice, it does Oatmeal, Bulgar, and Quinoa Beautifully!
March 12, 2010 – 9:18 am | No Comment
My New Rice Cooker Does More Than Rice, it does Oatmeal, Bulgar, and Quinoa Beautifully!

I’ve wanted a rice cooker for years but couldn’t justify another kitchen machine that only had one function; plus the cost was prohibitive. When I started doing freezer cooking I again toyed with the idea …

Freezer Cooking With Kids Incorporates a Learning Experience with Fun
March 12, 2010 – 8:42 am | No Comment
Freezer Cooking With Kids Incorporates a Learning Experience with Fun

I was working on freezer cooking prep the other day and realized what a wonderful learning opportunity it would be for kids! From picking the recipes and figuring out the amount of ingredients to purchase, …

Kroger Cart Buster Savings Event
March 9, 2010 – 8:26 pm | 238 Comments
Kroger Cart Buster Savings Event

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Kroger family stores are having a Cart Buster Savings Event now through March 14th! Shop for products in over 60 categories and from brands like Honey Nut Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Pillsbury, …

General Mills Daily Winners & Grand Prize Winner Announced
March 9, 2010 – 12:48 am | No Comment
General Mills Daily Winners & Grand Prize Winner Announced

After two server outages, each lasting two days and the resulting move to a new ISP, the General Mills contest has finally ended! Listed below are the 5 daily winners and the Grand Prize …

Mom, Daughter & American Girl Doll Aprons – Super Sweet
March 8, 2010 – 11:12 pm | No Comment
Mom, Daughter & American Girl Doll Aprons – Super Sweet

I love to sew, but I just never make the time for it. Also, I have one really broken down sewing machine that I got 30 years ago. It breaks needles like crazy and …

Sir Elton John Sits In on The View This Thursday!
March 8, 2010 – 12:43 pm | No Comment
Sir Elton John Sits In on The View This Thursday!

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It’s no secret, I love Elton John and have since the 70’s. Not long ago I paid $250 each for two tickets for my son and I to see him with Billy …

Freezer Cooking – Planning Day Results in some Tried and True and Some New Recipes
March 8, 2010 – 12:46 am | No Comment
Freezer Cooking – Planning Day Results in some Tried and True and Some New Recipes

Today the weather took a turn back towards winter, so I spent the day pouring over my freezer cooking books looking for new recipes to try. I came up with what I think is a …

I’m a Tropicana Juicy Rewards Insider Ambassador
March 7, 2010 – 1:48 am | No Comment
I’m a Tropicana Juicy Rewards Insider Ambassador

What’s a Tropicana Juicy Rewards Insider Ambassador? It’s my job to help you discover the Juicy Rewards program and all of the benefits it will afford you and your family. The Juicy Rewards program converts …

See What’s Behind the Best Colombian Coffee Sweepstakes
March 7, 2010 – 1:26 am | No Comment
See What’s Behind the Best Colombian Coffee Sweepstakes

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Yes, I live mere minutes from the birthplace of designer coffee in the US, the original Starbucks. And yes, when you hear Seattle, most people think of coffee.  However, I’m not …

Nickelodeon’s ParentsConnect 2nd Seasonal Virtual Baby Shower
March 7, 2010 – 1:08 am | No Comment
Nickelodeon’s ParentsConnect 2nd Seasonal Virtual Baby Shower

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Nickelodeon’s ParentsConnect is celebrating mom’s-to-be with its 2nd seasonal Virtual Baby Shower on March 10th. This online celebration will be hosted by Jillian Barberie Reynolds, celeb and mom of two.  Invite your friends …

Pampers Introduces Dry Max Diapers – ENTER TO WIN Liz Lange Clutch
March 7, 2010 – 12:05 am | 56 Comments
Pampers Introduces Dry Max Diapers – ENTER TO WIN Liz Lange Clutch

Choosing the right diaper for your baby usually takes a lot of trial and error.  When my kids were babies in the ’80’s we wanted to be environmentally-friendly so we decided on a diaper service …