Archive for September, 2009
« Previous EntriesMini Chill
Submitted by The Consumer’s Corner Blog
Mini Chill is a ’shot’ form of the emerging line of ‘relaxation’ beverages. I call them anti-energy drinks. The first one I sampled, ‘Drank,’ worked, but was more that a little ‘ghetto’ in appearance. Mini Chill does exactly the same thing, in a more compact and infinitely more dignified package.
The [...]
Webkinz Jr. Plush Toys and Website
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Ganz, the maker of the insanely popular Webkinz line of small plush toys that come with codes that unlock a virtual world, has created a line of toys just for littler kids called Webkinz Jr. They sent us our choice of toy, and Kaitlyn picked this cute and very soft [...]
Tide’s Loads of Hope
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Every year there are tons of families out there that are affected by a natural disaster. Now there is a program that they can benefit from:
Tide’s Loads of Hope
Tide’s Loads of Hope program helps in the aftermath of a natural disaster by providing clean clothes and a sense of comfort [...]
LISTERINE® TOTAL CARE
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Oral health care is very important to me. I brush my teeth daily, I floss (occasionally) and recently I’ve added mouthwash to my routine. At a recent visit with my dentist, he explained to me how important it was to brush two times a day, floss daily and use mouthwash [...]
Current by Discover Card
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
The economy is still in the hole, we are all feeling it. It’s hit our wallet hard, and in turn we have dramatically cut costs of unnecessary type things, especially when it comes to our kids. Granted my kids are still young, but that doesn’t mean each trip to the [...]
Dairy Queen: Meet the Goodies & Send Some ‘goodyness’ To Your Friends
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
If you love Dairy Queen as much as my thighs do - I mean “I” do - then you need to check out their recently launched website featuring 3D animated characters called The Goodies. Which just so happens to be based on the ingredients of September’s ‘Blizzard of the Month’ [...]
National Family Game Night - 9/23
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Calling all friends!
Pull out those calendars now and mark September 23rd as ‘National Family Game Night’! Hasbro is encouraging families across America to spend an evening at home playing games together to reconnect and reenergize relationships.
Do you Twitter? Follow @familygamenight to take part in daily trivia, find game news [...]
Ligretto – Fun Family Card Game
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Although I occasionally indulge my kids in a toy that has no educational value whatsoever, I definitely prefer to spend our money on toys that are both educational and fun to play with. I’ve sent way too many “must have” toys to Goodwill or thrown broken bits of plastic into [...]
Wanchai Ferry Giveaway
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Thanks to MyBlogSpark, I have a cool giveaway for you. One winner will get this Asian-inspired gift set consisting of two bowls, two mats, and two sets of chopsticks, plus coupons for the new Wanchai Ferry Complete meals.
Wanchai Ferry Complete meals are in the frozen foods section at the grocery [...]
Atkins: All Purpose Baking Mix and Penne Pasta
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Back when low-carb diets were all the rage, I gave the Atkins Diet a try. I found it hard though because there just weren’t many ‘Atkins approved’ products in the market that made the diet ‘user friendly’. Needless to say the diet was very rigid and hard for me to [...]
Make it Monday: Baked Zucchini Parmesan
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Ingredients:
3 Tbs. olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. basil, or 1 Tbs. fresh, minced
1 tsp. oregano, or 1 Tbs. fresh, minced
1 tsp. thyme, or 2 tsp. fresh, minced
5 tomato\cooked, cut into thin wedges
1/4 cup chicken stock or water
1-1/2 Lbs. zucchini\cooked, thinly sliced
2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking [...]
Electrolux and Kelly Ripa Kick Off “Text-a-Thon for a Cause”
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Together Electrolux and Kelly Ripa are launching another exciting campaign that utilizes a form of communication that many of us use every day - texting! And this is how it works; during September which is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Electrolux and Kelly are holding a “Text-a-Thon for a Cause” to [...]
Lands’ End FeelGood Campaign
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
When I was in Chicago for BlogHer09 I had the chance to chitchat with a representative from Lands End. Of coures I did nothing but express my love for the company. I’ve always been a fan and whenever I can, I like to spread the word.
So that’s what I’m going [...]
Brain Fuel
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
We just started school here in my town about a month ago and I’ve already noticed that my 1st grader sort of forgot over summer break what school was all about. We’ve been faced with repeated meltdowns during our homework hour in the evenings and finally one night I just [...]
Join Chef Brian Owenby at 2009 Flavors of Nashville event to benefit American Liver Foundation
Submitted by The Beer Snob Blog
In early August I was honored and privileged to be able to attend a Craft Food and Craft Beer dinner at Gaylord’s Opryland Hotel during the Southern Food & Wine Festival.
Chef Brian Owenby, executive chef of the area of the resort known as The District, was charged with blowing [...]
Thursday Giveaway - The Zula Patrol DVDs
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Looking for some great new DVDs for your kids to watch? Maybe you are planning some road trips for the holidays or need some entertainment in the afternoons as they wind down for the day.
“The Zula Patrol” features a gang of lovably wacky alien characters including stalwart Captain Bula, brainiac [...]
Dunkin’ Donuts
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
I have to say, donuts are a favorite treat in my house. On weekends when I am just too tired to get something together for breakfast, we often run to our local Dunkin’ Donuts. It is also a breakfast I turn to when we have guests in town.
And now to [...]
Two Great Nintendo DS games
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
I recently received 2 Nintendo DS games - The Legendary Starfy and Personal Trainer-Walking. Go buy these now. Seriously. My 6 year old LOVES The Legendary Starfy. Starfy is a game where “a mysterious, bunny-eared visitor has lost his memory, and now Starfy and his gruff-talking clam sidekick must set [...]
Disney Princess Table and Chair Set
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
In July I wrote about CSN Stores, a one-stop shopping site of over 200 stores with great discounts on pretty much everything. Whether you need furniture, appliances, luggage, a swingset, a new trash can, a rug, a jewelry box, or an air hockey table, there’s a CSN Store for that! [...]
The Beer Snob heads to Panama City Beach, and Chan’s Wine World, in October
Submitted by The Beer Snob Blog
Good evening beer fans. I’ve been unable to enjoy much beer lately, but I hope to remedy that soon! I’ll be heading back to Panama City Beach in October and will be making my way back to Chan’s Wine World, one of my favorite places to buy beer anywhere!
I first [...]
Super-Quick Giveaway-Pillsbury Giggle Doll and Recipe Book
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
You guys, I need your HELP! I have to end this giveaway on Friday, which means it’s super quick and I need your help spreading the word so people can come and enter! Here’s the scoop: the Pillsbury Bake-Off is a recipe contest that recognizes home cooks and awards them [...]
Giveaway- Make Learning Fun With Rock ‘N Learn!
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Whether you have little ones learning the alphabet or older kids who need to learn multiplication facts, I’ve got info for you on a totally fun way to teach and learn educational skills – through rockin’ music! Rock ‘N Learn combines music kids (and parents!) will love with skills like [...]
WordGirl on PBS Kids Go!
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Image by PBS KIDS via Flickr
This Monday, September 7th, check your local listings for a brand new episode of WordGirl, starring ten year old Becky Botsford, the schoolgirl with an awesome vocabulary and a secret superhero identity for defeating villains!
In “Becky and the Bard“, Becky (voice of Dannah Feinglass) and [...]
ETSY: Your place to buy and sell all things handmade
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
I’m a big fan of Etsy. If you’ve never heard of it, you seriously need to check it out.
So you ask: What is Etsy? And I tell you (from their about page):
Our mission is to enable people to make a living making things, and to reconnect
makers with buyers. Our vision [...]
Make it Monday: Bean and Rice Burritos
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
Ingredients:
1 mediumonion\cooked, chopped
1 Lbs. canned refried beans, or other canned beans
1/3 cup salsa
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
6 8 inch flour or corn tortilla
Cooking Directions:
Spray saucepan with cooking spray and heat for about a minute. Add onion and cook until tender. Add beans, salsa, cheese, and rice. Heat [...]
