Yesterday (April 30th) I attended the Time to Play Spring Showcase 2013. It was a great time to learn from brands and the team behind Time to Play including Jim Silver and Chris “The Toy Guy” Byrne. I was able to learn about some of the top toys for the spring and summer warm weather … Read More
I am so excited that Hidden Valley Ranch asked me to work with them again. Last year, I was a member of the Hidden Valley “Love Your Veggies” Parent Panel. (My Hidden Valley Ranch Turkey Burgers Recipe is still one of the most popular recipes on this site. Obviously, we are not the only ones … Read More
The topic of “smoothies” came up a couple of times in conversation last week. In one instance, I was chatting with my friends Nancy and Amy at Jennie’s book launch party. I was mentioning how Amy had inspired me with her “fit by 40” quest. Everyone has different methods and systems that work for them. … Read More
It was great to meet and learn from Kyle McCarthy of Family Travel Forum and Eileen Ogintz of Taking the Kids when I attended the first Family Travel Conference last year. As such, I was delighted to be included when Kyle asked me to participate in a campaign focused on Spring Break Ideas. Spring Recess … Read More
(Although the blooming spring flowers are wreaking havoc on my family’s allergies, I must admit that they are beautiful…)
Earlier today, I attended the Time to Play Spring Showcase, one of my favorite toy showcases each year. Every season, there are a variety of toys that are included on their “Most Wanted List” and that are featured throughout the showcase. This year, three things stood out to me: 1. Let’s hear it for the … Read More
These are my top three picks from the Calypso St. Barth for Target look book: (I liked the silver version.) However, the necklace that I bought ($39.99) wasn’t in the look book. It was my favorite of all. The two times that I wore the necklace, I received multiple compliments. Accessories make such a difference! … Read More
Time to Play held its Spring Showcase today. You can see some of their photos on their site. While there, I learned about some of the toys that will be available during the Spring and Summer. I also attended a gifting suite which included some of the mentioned toys and had lunch after meeting with … Read More
Spring Break was so much fun. I can’t believe that it is already over! I was able to do many (not all) of the things that I had planned. Most of all, I had fun with “my guys”. Below are my top 3 photo moments from the break: 1. When compiling a list of things … Read More
As the weather gets warmer outside, there are so many fun things to do. That’s why I’m happy that Bette Holtzman, vice president of consumer and family advocacy at The Goldberger Company is sharing 12 fun family activities that will cost little (or no) money during the warm weather below. (Those of us who are … Read More
