Archive for August, 2009
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Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Some moms may know Albolene® as a gentle, skin moisturizing, makeup remover; it also has a new, clinically-proven use for the treatment of mild to moderate eczema, according to a new study in the March 2009 issue of the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. Albolene is just as effective as a [...]
M-Audio Session Music Producer: Make Music Now
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
I’m a music lover. I starting playing instruments in middle school and continued all the way through high school but unfortunately stopped once I got into college. I regret that too because I really do love music. It’s a big part of my life - even today.
And I hope that [...]
KaBOOM!
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
KaBOOM! Ever heard of it?
It’s a very cool non-profit organization which is all about teach parents and kids the importance of play! Which means F-U-N!
Right?
KaBOOM! recently announced a nationwide initiative called Play Days, taking place September 19 through September 27. KaBOOM! is working working with local communities to host more [...]
Solo Squared™ + Photo Contest = $5,000
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Okay. So I have something to admit.
I sometimes use single-use cups and plates to avoid having a lot of dishes to clean up after dinnertime. Especially on nights that we have grilled cheese sandwiches, or macaroni and cheese. Call me lazy if you want, I like to think of it [...]
Get Parenting Advice from Supernanny
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Do you watch that show Supernanny? If so, and you’ve always wished they would come to your house and help you with a tough parenting problem, I’ve got good news! The Supernanny website is absolutely packed with parenting advice on topics ranging from potty training to dealing with “tween mean”. [...]
Baskin Robbins Candy and Bee M.D. Throat Drops Giveaway
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
I recently had a chance to sample delicious ice cream-flavored hard candy from Baskin Robbins, and organic honey throat drops from Bee M.D., and I asked if I could do a giveaway so I could share these yummy and healthy treats with you! How could I resist the chance to [...]
Beer Review: Yazoo Hefeweizen
Submitted by The Beer Snob Blog
You know, when I attended the Craft Beers and Craft Foods event at the Southern Food & Wine Festival, I mentioned to Yazoo owner Linus Hall that I had reviewed Yazoo’s Hefeweizen on my blog. It was only later that I realized I must have lost my tasting notes along [...]
Yes, this really is MomReviews
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Hey everybody, I know it looks pretty different around here, what do you think?
As much as I liked the previous theme, it had not been updated in a long time and wasn’t optimized well for Google searches. I clicked a link on Sparkplugging for free SEO themes and found this [...]
Deep-Dish Apple Cobbler
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
From Good Housekeeping; This deep-dish dessert bubbles with homespun charm and flavor.
Ingredients
Cobbler Crust:
1 cup(s) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
1/4 cup(s) sugar
1 tablespoon(s) sugar
3 tablespoon(s) cold butter or margarine, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup(s) heavy or whipping cream
1 tablespoon(s) heavy or whipping cream
1/8 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
Apple Filling:
1 lemon
2 1/2 pound(s) [...]
For Father’s Friday - Grill Daddy
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
It has been a while since we posted something for Dads, but this one is a good one.
The Grill Daddy.
I don’t know about you, but we actually grill more in the fall than in the summer. The cooler temperatures are more bearable for standing outside over a hot grill.
And I [...]
Kmart Bluelight Specials this Saturday Only!
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
This post was sponsored by Kmart. All the opinions are mine.
Do you remember Kmart Bluelight specials? You’d be in the store shopping with your Mom and all of a sudden this blue light would start flashing, and a voice on the loudspeaker would say…”Attention Kmart Shoppers! We have a Bluelight [...]
Olive Kids Personalized Floor Pillows
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Olive Kids is the place to go for well-made, eye-catching, non cartoon-character designs for your child’s bedroom, playroom, bathroom-any room in the house! Kaitlyn love her personalized framed print in “Blossoms and Butterflies” and Nathan’s personalized clock in “Boats and Buoys” hangs in our playroom.
Another fun option in personalized decor [...]
Why We Choose Milk
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
We have always been big milk drinkers in my family. My parents served milk with dinner, and now I serve milk with dinner. Even when Chris and I were broke college students, we bought milk (to make macaroni and cheese of course) and had at least a glass a day. [...]
Thursday Giveaway #2 - LoobaLee
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Another benefit of going to Blogher ‘09 in Chicago a few weeks ago, I met alot of people and came home with enough business cards that took me a while to wade through. Luckily, the LoobaLee card was near the top.
LoobaLee is a new site for buying and selling children’s [...]
Thursday Giveaway #1 - Famous Footwear
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Back to school shopping is in full swing this weekend in my neck of the woods, even though my daughter started first grade in July with year round schools. North Carolina has a tax-free weekend this weekend, and shoes are definitely on the list.
And one place I always check out [...]
ItzaBitza Game for Kids
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
I was lucky enough to attend the MomSelect Swag Suite at Blogher 2009, and one of the things I received that I was most excited about was the ItzaBitza DVD game. My oldest daughter who is six loves to play on the computer, and now my youngest, 3 1/2, is [...]
GoGo squeeZ - Applesauce on the go. By Materne
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
When I’m on the hunt for healthy, nutritious snacks for my kids, I want convenience as well because we are always, and I mean always, on the go. Whether it is picnics at the zoo, packed lunches for school, or just simple snacks to take along in the car on [...]
The Village and Buckbean Brewing Company host second Village Craft Beer Festival Saturday, September 19
Submitted by The Beer Snob Blog
Event benefits The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Southern Nevada
The Village (MonteLago Village at Lake Las Vegas) and Buckbean Brewing Company, the largest production microbrewery in Nev., host the second Village Beer Fest on Saturday, September 19, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Tickets for the festival are available at the [...]
Gather.com
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Gather.com has created a vibrant and diverse social networking community where you can meet some amazing people literally gathered together around shared interests and unique passions. Gather hosts thousands upon thousands of groups and conversations on topics ranging from how to cope with your rambunctious toddler to creating a thriving [...]
Birthday Party Bash - For the Nintendo Wii
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
We purchased a Wii last year to give to the kids for Christmas. We also purchased a few kid friendly games as well (of course!) and right off the bat, they loved it. Being that the Wii was the first gaming console we had ever introduced them to we were [...]
Marie Chantal Designer Clothing
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
The Angelwings collection, a children’s fine clothing line designed by Crown Princess of Greece Marie-Chantal, bestows baby’s first set of earthly angel wings on infants and toddlers aged 0 to 24 months. Made from the finest of fabrics, these luxurious vestments have charmed their way into the hearts of parents [...]
Make it Monday: Easy Lemon Pasta with Chicken
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Ingredients
1 pound dried penne
2 chicken cutlets, cut into fingers
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
2 lemons, juiced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Directions
Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, until al dente. Drain [...]
Henkel Helps - Kids’ Art Contest
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
The search for fun, innovative activities for kids during the dog days of summer is over. Henkel, a Fortune Global 500 company dedicated to making people’s lives easier, better and more beautiful with its brands and technologies, today announced the launch of the Henkel Helps Create! Kids’ Art Contest. Children [...]
Getting back into the swing of things…
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
SJ and I are back from Blogher 09, and ready to get back to what we wanted to do - provide information and product reviews to our readers! Look for some great giveaways and reviews in the near future!
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Chef Brian Owenby, Yazoo Brewery present Craft Food and Craft Beer Tasting at Southern Food & Wine Festival
Submitted by The Beer Snob Blog
The first to be held at the Opryland Hotel, the Southern Food & Wine Festival was a great success. According to Kim Keelor, Director of Public Relations at Gaylord’s Opryland Hotel in Nashville,
We felt the Food Network Southern Food and Wine Festival year was a great success, especially considering the fact [...]
