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Umi Shoes

March 5, 2010
It's no secret that I'm a shoe fanatic.

It's no surprise that I project my shoe obsession onto my children.

Really though, is there anything cuter than a child sporting some adorable shoes?

The problem sometimes is that really cute kids' shoes aren't really great for their feet. Sometimes they aren't comfortable and the ones that are comfortable are less than cute.

Umi shoes for kids offer styles that are not only unbelievably stylish but, also completely made for kids' feet.

I truly adore the shoes that Umi carries. Yes, they are cute and stylish. What's more is that they are comfortable for my kids and incredibly durable. As a parent, one of the most important things is that the shoes my kids wear can withstand the test that my kids put them through on a daily basis. I've actually had shoes for my kids before that were more expensive than some of my own and only made it through a short period before falling apart. That is just unacceptable to me. The Umi shoes that my kids wear, sometimes daily, show total durability. That's probably due to the high quality materials that go into making every pair of shoes from Umi and their stringent quality control checks. It's nice to know that this company is serious about the life of their shoes. Because, let's face it, kids are hard on their shoes.

Umi has introduced some amazing new styles for Spring/Summer 2010. My son is the proud owner of the Trek shoes from Umi. The day these sandals arrived, my son didn't care that it was freezing outside. He sported these shoes around the house all day.


What do I love about the Trek sandals? The sole is like a really good hiking shoe or sports shoe. Considering how hard my son plays, the trees he climbs, the running and jumping, the sole on these shoes is absolutely a necessity. I also love that the toe is enclosed. My son, like most kids, is clumsy at times. The enclosed toe is really nice. I like that the material is waterproof. Because those mud puddles...they will get jumped in. The only complaint my household has about these shoes comes from my husband. His problem? That they don't come in his size! Yes, Daddy is jealous of his boy's shoes!

My daughter has two pair of shoes from Umi. I've talked before about her adorable red shoes that she happily wore for Christmas. Her newest pair is the Capri from Umi's new collection. I love this style. She still needs the coverage that the Capri shoes offer but, I love the openings in the top that allow the foot to breathe in the summertime. They are easy for her to put on herself and very comfortable for her growing feet. I love the different shades of pink and how the colors allow so much versatility when pairing with her outfits.


I highly recommend Umi shoes. Every style, from their baby shoes to the big kid shoes, are fun and stylish while meeting the high standards that Umi has for quality children's shoes. Umi isn't just thinking about the feet of our children. They are thinking about their future Earth as well. All the Umi shoes are made with non-toxic materials and eco-friendly practices and then packaged with recycled materials. You can be certain that buying shoes from Umi means you are getting high quality shoes that are good for your kids and the planet.

Be sure to check out the Umi Facebook page for exclusive offers!
 

Barbar Hair Care

February 25, 2010
Did you know that a normal blow dryer puts out radiation that is equal to a microwave? Eye opening, isn't it? With all the talk these days to go "eco-friendly" with everything, are we remembering the small appliances that we use every day on our hair?

Barbar Hair Care is remembering that and doing something about it. The Barbar Ceramic ECO 8000 blow dryer uses the latest in technology by having an eco-friendly ceramic heating element. Regular blow dryers use a coil heating element. This means ...
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Sprout Shell

February 18, 2010
A proper covering for an infant car seat is, in my book, somewhat of a necessity. I cannot count how many times I had to throw a blanket over my babies' seats to keep them out of the rain, cold, wind, sun, etc. Those blankets never stay put though. When I first saw the company Sprout Shell and the products they offer, I thought they looked super cute and useful.

Sprout Shell brings you an infant car seat cover that is not only cute but, unbelievably versatile as well. When I received a Sprout...
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Simply Soles

February 14, 2010
I fall all over myself for a new pair of shoes. I don't consider myself "girly" but, when it comes to shoes, I just can't get enough. Because of my un-girly tendencies, most of the zillions of shoes in my closet are flip flops, boots and tennies. Wanting to step outside of my comfort zone, I've been dying to get a pair of amazing heels.

When I opened the box that arrived for me from Simply Soles, I gasped. Loudly. I'm a sucker for cute packaging and the luxurious bag that the shoes were in ju...
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Minnie's Bow-Tique

February 11, 2010
When I was a kid I loved Mickey Mouse. Though the animation may have changed over the years, the joy is still there. The new Mickey Mouse Clubhouse features fun and interactive storylines and airs on Playhouse Disney. Each episode helps the children watching to solve a specific problem through utilizing basic skills like counting and shape and color recognition.

The newest DVD release from Mickey Mouse Clubhouse is Minnie's Bow-Tique. This adorable DVD contains four Minnie-themed stories that...
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Revenge Is...

January 13, 2010
In today's ever changing world, full of uncertainties, environmental tragedy and economic turmoil, there are people who are standing up and showing others that we can make a difference. The world is changing and that is undeniable. How we deal with it will shape our future and define our present. Standing up in the face of the injustices being thrown against our world and our people, one company is living the old saying "They best revenge is living well."

Revenge Is...Buying Green, Living Gree...
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VTech Bouncing Colors Turtle

January 6, 2010
I love Vtech toys. My kids have enjoyed the VSmile for quite some time and we've purchased many other VTech toys over the years. Each one is amazing, kid friendly, colorful, educational, fun and not too loud.

The Vtech Jungle Gym line has some super cute toys for kids. We recently tried out the Bouncing Colors Turtle toy from the Jungle Gym line of Vtech toys. This adorable turtle allows the child to bounce while music plays and different colors light up.


I love how interactive this toy is. Unl...
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ZeroWater

December 15, 2009
We've always been fans of filtered water in our home. I suppose living places where the water was terrible forced us to come to that but, we enjoy having that filtered water in the fridge. We used to buy the jugs of water and my husband decided it was far more inexpensive to just go with the pitchers. We used one of the name brand pitchers that you find at all the major grocery stores for a long time. No complaints but, we've recently discovered how filtered that water really is.

We had the o...
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Sparkle Plenty

December 13, 2009
I love sparkly jewelry. I don't know many women and girls who don't. My daughter is only two and she is already obsessed with "fancies" (her word for jewelry). Well, I got a new "fancy" recently and was so happy to add it to my collection of gorgeous bracelets.

Sparkle Plenty is an online boutique for amazing Swarovski and Crystal Jewelry and Apparel. A little about them in their own words: "Sparkle Plenty began working directly with Swarovski Crystal Components in 1999, providing beautiful cr...
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Scandinavian Child

December 10, 2009
Scandinavian Child is a company started by a mom who knew the importance of products that are designed to be safe for children without compromising beauty. While on a trip to Sweden, the owner of this amazing company saw for the first time one of the products that she would eventually end up making available to so many more parents. How lucky for us that she saw the Svan high chair and decided to share what she had found.

The products at Scandinavian Child are beyond exquisite. Every brand ca...
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