Join the Avengers with Playmation

Sample received. All opinions are my own. My son watched his first Avengers movie the other day and has been chattering non-stop about it ever since. Iron Man seems to be a favorite, so when I saw the new Playmation set with the Repulsor Gear (powered by J.A.R.V.I.S.) I knew he would love it. The detail in the packaging alone adds to the excitement of unpacking the gear. They've even included a quick little note on the Replusor box from … [Read more...]

Freshen Your Fall Wardrobe with Zappos

Samples received. All opinions are my own.   The weather is finally cooling off and I am starting to see hints of color in our trees. This gives me all kinds of warm feelings, and an urge to update my fall wardrobe! I decided to do a little online shopping at Zappos to see what I could find. The first thing I HAD to have was this Vera Bradley Little Hipster in Sierra. I tend to not carry a bag, but when I do I only have a few … [Read more...]

Skylanders SuperChargers

  Sample received. All opinions are my own. As my kids are growing up I am discovering that I am constantly needing to learn about things I never thought I would need to know. With a ten year old son, I have discovered a love for hockey, and in my mid thirties my husband just bought me my first dirt bike. Of course I have also had to learn a little about video games. In our house we have a wide range of ages and skill levels who enjoy … [Read more...]

KODAK Video Security Monitor with Two Way Voice, Pan and Tilt

Sample received. All opinions are my own. It seems that just about everyone you know has some sort of video monitoring device these days. I've actually been through a couple myself. I've found that most are fairly effective, but sometimes you just don't have what you want in frame... it's like it's just a teeny bit out of reach. Then I found the KODAK Video Monitor CFH-V15. This beautiy lets you keep an eye on your home and valuables (even your … [Read more...]

iPhone 6s and F Secure Freedome VPN #GIVEAWAY | [CLOSED]| #PrivacyIsNoGame

This post is sponsored by F-Secure as part of a Whynotmom.com AllStar campaign. All opinions expressed are my own. Last week we shared some vital information with you about how safe your personal information is on public wifi. Freedome from F-Secure  is a very affordable and EASY to use service that protects you immediately, keeping your personal information private and safe. So, now that you've downloaded Freedome , you need a … [Read more...]

Rhapsody is a Safe Music Subscription Service For Kids

This post brought to you by Rhapsody. All opinions are my own. My husband, oldest daughter, oldest son and myself have all been using streaming music subscriptions for quite some time. I was just saying the other day that I couldn't imagine living without it now. Up until this point, though, my two youngest have just had to listen to what the grown ups chose... or at least put in a request hoping we'll play their song in between … [Read more...]

Pumpkin Waffles Recipe

Pumpkin Waffles Recipe There's something about fall weather rolling in that makes me crave all things pumpkin. About once a month I treat my family to a big Sunday breakfast that includes pancakes or waffles. This pumpkin waffle recipe was a huge hit, so I thought I'd share. INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup Brown Sugar 3 tbsp Cornstarch 1 1/4 cup Flour 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder 1/4 tsp Salt 3 tsp Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Ginger 1/4 tsp Cloves 1/4 tsp … [Read more...]

West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Popper

West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Popper Sample received. All opinions are my own. Popcorn... who doesn't love popcorn? My kids have a nose for popcorn, the moment that popcorn starts popping my kids come running! They just simply love it. I have been buying microwave popcorn, but I have wanted to switch back to an air popper because I worry about what's in the microwave bag. I was asked to review the West Bend Stir Crazy popcorn … [Read more...]

Online Security | Is Your Personal Information SAFE? | #PrivacyIsNoGame

Online Security | Is Your Personal Information SAFE? This post is sponsored by F-Secure as part of a Whynotmom.com AllStar campaign. All opinions expressed are my own. It seems that everyone is offering free public wifi these days. From fast food and sit down restaurants to your local retail shopping establishment. There are signs proudly posted at the entrance offering a free connection to the internet. But how easy is staying safe on the … [Read more...]

Meet the Newest American Girl Doll Maryellen

Meet the Newest American Girl Doll Maryellen Sample received. All opinions are my own. American Girl has been a big part of our house the past couple years. So it was super exciting in the American Girl world when word got around that they were releasing a new BeForever doll, her name is Maryellen Larkin from 1954. Receiving Maryellen was such a exciting moment, she is so pretty from head to toe. She has gorgeous hazel color eyes that … [Read more...]