Genius Pack Carry On Luggage Giveaway

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I never gave carry on luggage too much thought before, but I am definitely spoiled now.  Genius Pack has created... well, genius luggage!  It is truly the most functional design.  I was thrilled to be able to review their Genius Packer 22" Carry On. With BlogHer coming up I need to start thinking about packing.  Last year I brought entirely way too much.  Seriously, I had one suitcase … [Read more...]

I’d Rather Be At the Beach Sweepstakes

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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Visit Panama City Beach for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Are you ready for the beach?  I sure am.  It seems like we have had a never-ending winter.  It's finally starting to show signs of spring around here, but not fast enough for me.  I have never been to Panama City Beach, but I sure would love to win a trip to change … [Read more...]

Make Baby Travel Easy with BabySuite 100 Playard

Make Baby Travel Easy with BabySuite 100 Playard

Ready for all the summer trips coming up?! With a baby in the house… you have tons of things to bring along. Diapers, extra clothes, toys, a stroller, car seat and somewhere for them to sleep takes up a lot of space! Sometimes you can find a way to pack less – by why not try to find a way to “downsize” – I received a Babysuite 100 Playard from Evenflo recently for review – and it fits … [Read more...]

Airport Parking Problems Solved with The Parking Spot

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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Parking Spot for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Parking at the airport can be a nightmare.  Not only can it be confusing to navigate, but you also have to worry about your vehicle while it's there.  I was excited to learn about The Parking Spot and all that it has to offer! Better Airport Parking When we went to Vegas for … [Read more...]

Travel High Chair for Babies Review

travel chair for babies

Babies are cute and small, but as I am sure people with babies know, or those who do not have children have heard - they have lots of STUFF to tote around with them. For a day trip you can get away with diapers, wipes, formula, bottles, maybe food if they are at that stage, and a couple changes of clothes - but when you start talking a weekend or more - ah! One thing I do not have to worry about … [Read more...]

Wear Your Baby with Moby Wrap Original

moby wrap

So... exciting news in the lives of Naomi and hubby - we are adopting a baby! We are still a ways out before we are placed with a child, however, we are still planning and searching for all kinds of cool things for baby! Our adoption completion will require us to travel to the country and stay there for SIX weeks while we finalize the adoption, but we are excited about some time to get to know our … [Read more...]

Culturelle Kids Helps with Digestion and Boosts the Immune System

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When anything messes with digestion, it can be devastating to your day.  Worse, is watching your kids suffer with this misery.  Even worse still, is having this occur while on vacation.  Especially, when you have a long car ride with barely any rest stops along the way... Digestion Help for Kids Thankfully we have Culterelle Kids!  It comes in packets that you dissolve in a drink and … [Read more...]

The School Lunch Ritual is Already Here

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School Lunch In our house, making school lunch is a daily routine in the morning.  I have battled baggies, paper, foil and plastic wrap all before coffee and it has always ended badly.  This is not just obnoxious, it's expensive, wasteful and terrible for the planet.  And, at that hour, I want everything to be as close to thoughtless as possible--my brain isn't actually functional until early … [Read more...]

Craftsy Quilt Cruise Sweepstakes

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SWEEPSTAKES: Craftsy Quilt Cruise Sweepstakes All Aboard! Craftsy’s first-ever Quilt Cruise will be leaving the dock on March 23, 2013, for a week-long Caribbean vacation full of your favorite pastime. Join instructors Carol Ann Waugh, Weeks Ringle, Pam Holland, and Sue Bouchard on the high seas to learn new techniques, fun spins on traditional methods, and a variety of projects. WHO CAN … [Read more...]

Summer is NOT Over Yet Get More Vacation

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One More Vacation Although it may not seem like it, there is still time to squeeze in at least one more family vacation this summer. Especially with all the extra perks Embassy Suites has to offer. Time flies when you're having fun, and boy did we have a blast this summer!  I can't believe the kids and I are already heading back to school (next week--seems so early?) Thanks to this … [Read more...]