Guest Review | K’nex Phoenix Fury Coaster Set

K'nex Phoenix Fury Coaster Set A few days before Christmas we received the K'nex Phoenix Fury Coaster set for review.  With me being a theme park and rollercoaster enthusiast, as soon as it showed up on the front porch I had to put it together immediately.  I did not go with the design featured on the box but instead went with another suggestion that was in the instruction booklet.  The supplemental design is called the Condor's … [Read more...]

Keurig Vue V700 Giveaway | [CLOSED GIVEAWAY]

Keurig Vue V700 Giveaway | Seeing Double Event I haven’t had my Keurig for very long, but I cannot recall what I ever did without it. That’s why when I saw this event, I knew I wanted to join up. Were you secretly (or not so secretly) wishing for one for Christmas? Now’s your chance to win one! Seeing Double! Keurig Vue V700 Event Hosted by Mom To Bed by 8 and Donna’s Deals and More Brew with a Vue. Keurig has done it again with an entirely … [Read more...]

Ohio Flame Fire Pit Review | The Patriot 24” Fire Pit

Ohio Flame Fire Pit Review | The Patriot 24” Fire Pit My husband and I enjoy sitting outside and enjoying the sounds of nature, especially on a crisp fall evening. It seems, though, that the older I get the more cold affects my joints... so we haven’t enjoyed an afternoon or evening “out” in quite a while. I have been casually shopping for a fire pit for quite some time, not quite sure what attributes I was looking for other than I knew I … [Read more...]

American Girl Bitty Baby Bitty Twins

American Girl Bitty Baby Bitty Twins Emma and I have admired American Girl dolls for quite some time now. Up until this recently we had only seen them in catalogs... that is until a trip to Chicago gave me a few minutes to swing by the store. That’s where I fell in love. Because Emma has never owned an American Girl doll, I decided that it would be best to start with one of the Bitty Babies. Although Emma is 6, I wanted to start … [Read more...]

Non-Toxic With a Small Footprint : Lullaby Paints

Lullaby Paints We are in the process of rearranging bedrooms, building a fourth bedroom in the basement, and turning the existing basement into a family/media room.  It's been a very long process, and we're still working through some things, but I just couldn't wait any longer to get some of the walls painted.  We have 2 walls that we don't have to touch for the renovation, so I thought I'd get those painted and out of the way.  Is that … [Read more...]

Auvio Expandable Bluetooth Speaker

Auvio Expandable Bluetooth Speaker Portable speakers are so convenient, but wireless Bluetooth speakers are even better!  I wanted to get this speaker for my husband to review.  He is always on the go and I thought a portable speaker for his iPhone would come in handy.  I know basically nothing about Bluetooth and even less about iPhones, so here's what he had to say about the Auvio Expanding Bluetooth Speaker: This speaker works great!  … [Read more...]

Littlest Pet Shop: Little Pets Big Adventures on DVD

Littlest Pet Shop: Little Pets Big Adventures Available on DVD January 15th! The first DVD from the Littlest Pet Shop brand new animated series is coming soon!  Available in stores January 15, 2013 fans will be able to purchase their own DVD featuring five episodes, and bonus content including color sheets and a featurette called, "A Look Behind the Pet Shop Doors".  The show follows Blythe Baxter and her dad as they move into an … [Read more...]

Mead Early Learning Products

Mead Early Learning Products When I think of Mead, I think of school supplies.  They've been around long before I went to school & they are a trusted brand.  I have fond memories of picking out my Trapper Keeper and getting ready for school.  My all-time favorite was the green one with a brown horse.  I still buy Mead products and my kids love using them. Endorsed by professional educators, and tested and reviewed by parents, Mead Early … [Read more...]

Holiday Gift Guide | Moxie Girlz Bubble Bath Surprises Doll

Holiday Gift Guide | Moxie Girlz Bubble Bath Surprises Emma and Ethan are both at an age that they can shower by themselves. But like any child, they still enjoy a good soak (and play) in the tub. When they do, having some fun toys to pass the time is a must. Emma tends to want to bring in Barbie’s... I prefer for her to bring in a toy that is made for water. With Moxie Girlz Bubble Bath Surprise she gets the best of both worlds. Moxie … [Read more...]

TollyTots Flynn Rider Doll From Rapunzel

TollyTots Flynn Rider Doll From Rapunzel I’m back with another fabulous doll from TollyTots. This time, it’s not a princes! *gasp* I know! It’s even better, though! TollyTots is now making Prince dolls! Emma adores her Rapunzel doll that we reviewed a few months back so I thought I’d choose Flynn Rider as our “prince” of choice. Flynn Ryder - $19.99 Before he grew up to steal Princess Rapunzel’s heart, Flynn Rider was a fun-loving boy … [Read more...]