Posted by Robin . on Thursday, June 16, 2011,
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Movies
My husband started sharing his childhood loves with our son a very long time ago. One thing that they've always shared an intense interest in is Transformers. From the toys to the tv shows to the blockbuster movies, Transformers enthrall and enchant both my husband and my son. In the mid 90s, a Transformers tv show debuted and ran for three years. My husband and son may have missed it back then but, thanks to Shout! Factory, they can both experience all the fun of Transformers: Beast Wars now... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, June 14, 2011,
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Movies
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse is one of my daughter's favorite shows. I'm not surprised though. Disney has been enchanting kids with Mickey and the gang for so many years and just keeps coming up with new ways to make kids happy. Just in time for all the adventures of summertime, this new dvd set is guaranteed to please your small children! Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey's Great Outdoors features four episodes from the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse tv show and a new "never before seen" episode. It's packag... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, June 6, 2011,
In :
Unique Items
I'm a big fan of giving really unique gifts. I'm always searching for cool items to give the hard to shop for people in my life. Cellars Wine Club offers something that is incredible for gifting to those kinds of people and just as incredible for gifting to yourself!Cellars Wine Club features 12 distinct wine of the month clubs and offers hundreds of individual bottles of wine. Whether it's a one-time gift or the gift of enrollment into one of the clubs, Cellars Wine Club completely solves th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, June 6, 2011,
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Movies
I'm always looking for shows that my kids can watch and enjoy that don't entirely irritate me. A while back, they discovered a new show that I absolutely love and that completely cracks them up. The Wild Thornberrys is a classic Nickelodeon show that, like all of the classic Nickelodeon shows, is entertaining for both kids and parents. 
The premise of the show follows the Thornberry family as they travel the world looking for rare animals to film and focuses on their daughter, Eliza, who has t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Saturday, May 7, 2011,
In :
Photography
I've been an on-location, natural light photographer for a while now. Shooting in natural light is easy and makes editing painless. Moving indoors, without all the fancy schmancy equipment, is another story. I had put off indoor shooting for quite some time, aside from the Momtogue shots I take of my kiddos or at family functions. Like many others, I assumed that to get amazing indoor shots that didn't require tons of editing, I'd have to splurge on some top of the line equipment and flashes.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, March 8, 2011,
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Movies
I know so many people who can describe to you their first memory of one movie in particular. No movie really seems quite as beloved as Bambi. I know that watching my kids watch Bambi for the first time was a magical experience. Watching it in all of it's digitally remastered glory really made it unbelievable. For a limited time only, Disney has released Bambi from the vault and is adding the timeless movie its coveted, cutting-edge Blu-ray™ Diamond Collection line-up of Disney’s greatest ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, February 9, 2011,
In :
Jewelry
If you're anything like me, you're dreaming of getting a pretty little package from your sweetheart on Valentine's Day. For some it may be just this time of year that gets them longing for jewelry but, getting gorgeous jewelry doesn't have to be limited to only a day or two and with prices like those at Pearls of Joy, it's easy to make any day a special day. The first time I found Pearls of Joy I was astonished. Not only are their pearls tremendously beautiful but, their prices are so insanel... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, February 1, 2011,
In :
For the Home
Last year when I did my home makeover, one of the things that I left undone was my ceiling. It remains unfinished for several reasons, though I desperately want to redo the entire thing. Our ceilings are the old popcorn ceilings. While doing my renovations, I considered two options for my ceilings, neither very appealing. Either I can cover everything in my house and make a humongous mess to scrape all the popcorn off and then paint the whole area or install new ceiling. One is incredibly mes... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Friday, January 14, 2011,
In :
Home Decor
I've got a family of four, I cook most of our meals from scratch and I've got no dishwasher. I spend a lot of time in front of my sink. Washing dishes.I don't mind washing dishes. Most women think I'm crazy but, I really enjoy it. What I do not enjoy is spending that time standing at my sink uncomfortable. For several weeks, however, that time spent at the sink has been much more comfortable. Why? Because I got a new floor mat for my kitchen. How could that make such a difference? Because it'... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, November 17, 2010,
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Movies
You know, there are a few movies from our childhood that just don't lose their sparkle and magic. One of my favorite movies that will forever be magical for me is Mary Poppins. For others, it's The Sound of Music. Added to that list of classic children's movies that will forever stand the test of time is absolutely Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. It seems that Dick Van Dyke and Julie Andrews pretty much made movie gold out of all the kid movies they made. 
This November, old and new fans are now able... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Sunday, November 14, 2010,
In :
Unique Items
My husband and I both use disposable razors. We each have the brand that we like to use and we both really like the ones that we normally purchase. The thing is, no matter how much we like the razors we use, there's nothing we can do about the fact that we always have to purchase more to replace the dulling blades. Buying razor blades seriously makes me cringe. The prices seem like they just climb and climb. I love the razors I buy but, I've always wished I didn't have to replace them so ofte... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Sunday, November 14, 2010,
In :
Hair Care
There are so many different hair straightener irons on the market these days. These flat irons range from super expensive to incredibly affordable, salon quality to not so great, low heat to ultra high heat and everywhere in between. It seems like hair straightener irons are available everywhere and I'm sure it can be confusing for women who wonder which ones are actually worth purchasing. There are tons of sites and blogs out there that have reviews on hair straighteners. I've done several m... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Sunday, November 14, 2010,
A great hair stylist has a few must-haves. A professional stylist knows that the hairstyle starts with the cut and a great hairstyle needs to start with a great cut. When it comes to the hair shears a stylist uses, there's no room for skimping. Great stylists use great tools and for the best tools, look no further than Salon Hive.Salon Hive is the source for stylists. Amateur and professional stylists can purchase quality beauty products and salon tools while also having access to buzz in the... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Saturday, November 13, 2010,
In :
For Mom
I remember packing my bag for the hospital when my son was born six years ago. Like most women, I had certain things that I knew I didn't want to forget. One of the things that went into my bag, stayed on the bedside table in the hospital and was never very far from me during my post partum weeks was my Udderly Smooth lotion bottle. 
It was during the middle of my first pregnancy that my skin got really dry and itchy. My mother handed me some lotion one day and I remember my first reaction was... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 8, 2010,
In :
Movies
My kids love all the dog movies that have come out in recent years. I am so excited for them to see the newest one!The Search for Santa Paws comes out on DVD and BluRay on November 23rd!It looks absolutely adorable and would make a perfect Christmas gift for any child!Want to get a jump start on your holiday shopping and get some rewards for doing so? Pre-order The Search for Santa Paws HERE and get Disney Movie Reward Points!And, if you don't pre-order, be sure to check your local stores on ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 8, 2010,
In :
Makeup
I've been looking for a while, trying to find mineral makeup that I like and that I can actually afford. I remember seeing an infomercial many years ago when mineral makeup was first becoming a fashion trend. I really wanted to try it but, every time I looked into it, the price was just way more than what I wanted to spend. I had the opportunity to try some mineral makeup recently that completely blew me away with the results and with the price. Mineral Hygienics is absolutely a mineral makeu... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 8, 2010,
In :
Hair Care
I flat iron my hair pretty much every single day. Whether it's all my hair or just a few touch-ups, I need my flat iron at least once every day. And, I need my flat iron to be reliable and work really well. Luckily, a new flat iron was recently added to my arsenal and it's absolutely amazing. "Hotness Styling Irons feature IntelTek
advanced technology and combine it with ceramic tourmaline for
accelerated ion generation, meaning vast amounts of negative ions for
the smoothest, sleekest res... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Friday, October 29, 2010,
In :
Video Games
My son is 6 and he has recently gotten very into video games. His favorites are, without a doubt, his Lego games. Lego Indiani Jones and Lego Harry Potter games keep that boy massively entertained. This week, his eyes were wide and he was overflowing with joy as he sat down to play the newest game from Lego, a computer game called Lego Universe. 
Lego Universe is the first Lego game that is a MMOG, a Massively Multiplayer Online Game. More than a game, this is an online world where kids can cr... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, October 21, 2010,
In :
Hair Care
I used to blow dry my hair all the time. Then, with the blow drying and the flat ironing on top of it, my hair was just ravaged. My normally dry, coarse hair was getting even more dry and coarse. So, I stopped blow drying. (Because there's no way I can stop flat ironing!) Always having to let my hair air dry beore I could style is a total pain though. These days, I'm back to blow drying but, my hair is less damaged and my falt ironing time has been cut down. What's my secret?The Barbar Cerami... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Saturday, October 16, 2010,
In :
For the Home
As my kids get older, there are some things that I can trust them to do without me hovering over them. Washing their hands still isn't one of those things. They don't remember on their own to wash their hands and, when I tell them to do it, there is usually whining involved. For the last week, however, not only are they loving washing their hands, they are the ones remembering every time it's necessary and even times when it's not. Why are my kids so enthusiastically washing their hands?Soap ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, October 13, 2010,
In :
For Mom
I'll go ahead and say it.
I have stretch marks.
I remember the first time I saw one on my upper thigh; I had just lost some size in my legs after leaving the high school dance team and was left with a few silvery lines. After having my children, I was left with more of those little lines. I know that I'm lucky in some aspects; I don't have any stretch marks on my stomach due to pregnancy but, still cringe when trying on swimsuits and see the stretch marks on my upper thighs. Unfortunately, th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, September 30, 2010,
In :
Shopping
I posted on the main page of the blog today about a few of the items I've painted for my big kitchen makeover. I'm all about redoing items that I already have. I love to refurbish, usually because it's just so much cheaper than buying new. I'm loving my upgrades of certain items but, eventually, I will want to buy new. My love for online shopping and my love for getting a good deal on things usually leads me to CSNStores.com when I'm wanting to buy new, affordable items for my home and even f... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, September 27, 2010,
In :
Bath and Body
Don't
you love it when people figure out a way to combine things that you
love into one product?! Let's set the scene here. You ease yourself into
a nice bubble bath. There are no kids pounding on the door. There is no
husband asking where his clean socks are. There are no lists of chores
running through your brain. It's just you, the bubble bath, some
soothing music and the candles you've lit. Can't get any better? Yes, it
can! Imagine that one of those candles is also going to give y... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, September 15, 2010,
In :
Shoes
Here's a little something special! Umi is turning 6! Use the code Bday6 until 9/17/10 and save 15% on all online orders! 
In case you're new here, you should know something about me. I am a shoe lover. Fanatic, really. I always have been. I should have known that having children would absolutely mean more feet for me to find cute shoes for. When I found Umi Shoes I knew I had hit the jackpot of cute shoes for kids. I truly adore the children's shoes that Umi carries. Yes, they are cute and st... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, September 15, 2010,
In :
Unique Items
There are so many ways to express individual style. One way, through something we use day in and day out, is carrying a fun keychain. Whether it's a useful tool, shows off your taste in cars or something totally silly, unique keychains are fun for everyone. Moms know that having an interesting keychain can really calm a fussy child and giving unique keychains as gifts for events, birthdays or even corporate events is always a winning idea. 
Wholesale Keychains carries an impressive number of v... Continue reading ...
I have a problem in my master bedroom. Apparently, when this house was built, people didn't have as many articles of clothing as they do now. Walk-in-closets must have not been invented yet. Between the massive amount of clothing that my husband owns and all of my clothing, there is seriously zero space. Our clothes are actually spread out between several other closets in the house and it's frustrating. Short of major renovations to expand the closets, I had resigned myself to having to go to... Continue reading ...
I'm doing quite a few Back to School features this month and next. This is my first year having a child heading to school and I love sharing the products that I'm finding while doing my shopping. Of course, one of my favorite online shopping destinations, CSN Stores, is absolutely the perfect source for so many must-have Back to School items. Kids need so much stuff once they start school. The endless list of school supplies is enough to make any mom sweat. Then, add the clothes, the shoes, t... Continue reading ...
My son starts kindergarten in less than two weeks. We've started the Back to School shopping slowly but, surely. One of the top items for all of us mommy shoppers will be the perfect lunchbox. I clearly remember my lunchbox from every year of elementary school. Picking out the lunchbox was the most fun part of the Back to School shopping. I knew I wanted my son to have a fun lunchbox but, wanted something a little different than what all the other kids would have and something that eliminates... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, August 4, 2010,
In :
Hair Care
I have used a hair flat iron
practically every single day for over 10 years. I have used and owned so many
different brands and styles of flat irons throughout the years and
definitely have my favorites and some I'll never use again.
I recently tested a flat iron that I had never used before and it's definitely in my list of top styling irons. The Karmin G3 Pro
impressed me from the beginning. Only a few seconds after plugging the
iron in, it was hot enough to start styling my hair. T... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, July 22, 2010,
In :
Shoes
When I first found CSN Stores I knew it was a site I would spend a lot of time browsing. Their selection of products was instantly amazing but, I never could have guessed how much I'd truly love everything CSN has to offer. I've gotten such an array of products from their different stores and have never been disappointed. I really have tested the ability of CSN to provide me with a huge assortment of products. Thanks to CSN I found a coffee maker I love, tons of toys for my kids, the perfect ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Friday, July 9, 2010,
In :
Toys
When I was a kid, I loved family game night. My brother and I played board games all the time and when we played them as a family, it was such a fun treat. Now that I'm a mom, family game night is a tradition I definitely want to create with my kids. It's harder when they are really young but, with my son turning 6 this month, our game choices are getting larger and more fun for us all. Luckily, Hasbro keeps the classic games there for us and raises the bar with new games and redone versions ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, July 1, 2010,
In :
Makeup
Are you daring? Stylish? Fierce? I'm definitely not. But, I try to be....sometimes. As a woman, making a bold statement with a piece of clothing or accessory is fun and eye catching. Even for the normally reserved, one bold piece is enough to unleash the hidden vixen in us all. Aside from clothing and accessories, making a bold statement with your makeup is always a fun escape from the ordinary. I love bold makeup but, am not usually one to wear it and that's what makes it so much fun. Even i... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, June 23, 2010,
In :
For Mom
Funny name? Maybe. Seriously cool? Definitely."Oh Plah!" is French for "Here you go!" but, for us moms it should translate as "Here's something really stylin' that your baby can't mess up!". The Oh Plah! bracelet from Roundhouse is my new fave in Mommy Accessories.
I can remember so many times that I either had to surrender my jewelry to being played with by my kids or just forgo all the cute accessories because I didn't want them playing with the stuff. The Oh Plah! bracelet solves the probl... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, June 23, 2010,
I've spent the last couple of days browsing the never ending selection of products from one of my favorite companies. CSN.com is truly one-stop shopping. I've shopped with them before and am always amazed at the selection choices and the quality of the products that I choose. Really, to be able to purchase toys, furniture, baking dishes, outdoor furniture, shoes and the multitude of other items all in one place is a dream. CSN's prices are competitive, they have free shipping on so many items... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, June 17, 2010,
In :
For Baby
A friend of mine has been having some problems lately with her one year old sleeping through the night, rather, not sleeping through the night. She's been at her wit's end and has tried so many things but, the little one just gave up on sleeping through the night. About a week ago, I gave her a Sleep Sheep & Friends™ Aroma Pillow from Cloud B. 
She called me two days later to gush about how amazing the pillow is. After weeks of sleepless nights, she put the pillow in her son's crib the night... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, June 2, 2010,
In :
For the Home
Cookie crumbs, popcorn kernel, Spiderman's head, scrap of paper, muddy
footprints....No, it's not a scavenger hunt list. I'm sure that anyone
that has ever been in a house that holds small children will recognize
it as a list of just a few of the things that can be found on the floor.
As a homemaker and a mom, cleaning is always part of my day
but, I don't want it to be my whole day. Cleaning the floors is just
something that must be done. In the past, I've had to drag out the
vacuum c... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, June 1, 2010,
In :
Toys
For over 40 years, Guidecraft has been specializing in bringing educational toys and furnishings to parents and kids that are entertaining and some of the highest quality toys I've seen. The selection of educational toys and furnishings at Guidecraft is beyond impressive. Each and every item is obviously made with care and the core principles of Guidecraft are apparent in all they do. My children recently became the lucky owners of a few amazing toys from Guidecraft. The Flower Match Garden P... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, May 13, 2010,
In :
For the Home
I have a small kitchen. With limited space, everything I put in my kitchen comes with a lot of thought and pondering over where it will go, if it will fit and how much room I'll have left over. Everything.Even my trash can. I always had large trashcans in my kitchen before we lived here. Now, I just don't have the space. I've had to change to a smaller trashcan and hated the one I had because it had no lid and it still took up space in the bottom of my pantry. When I came across the simplehum... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, May 5, 2010,
In :
For Baby
This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Boudreaux's Butt Paste. All opinions are 100% mine.
I remember when my oldest was a baby. The point came, as it does for every mother, when I had to deal with diaper rash. It can be a rough thing to deal with. Some babies get diaper rash so bad that you just ache for them. There are certainly tons of different options for parents to choose from when it comes to diaper rash treatments. I went through them all. Honestly, I never really cared fo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, April 27, 2010,
In :
Clothing
Customized Bride-To-Be clothing is all the rage these days. Adorable shirts, tanks, flip flops and more make the blushing bride feel special in the days and weeks leading up to her wedding. It's not just for brides though. Customized clothing and accessories for the birthday girl, mom-to-be, pets, babies and even your business are the way to be fashionable and unique these days. For businesses looking to offer these amazing products to their customers, the best place to look is the creative c... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, April 18, 2010,
In :
Shopping
Do you have something you need to shop for? New living room furniture...Baby shower gift....Pots and pans...cribs...trashcans...or any other possible random item you could ever need?Want to know where you can get all of it? Really! All of it! In one place! From one company!CSNStores. Yep. They've got it all!Whether you are looking for a gift, home decor, outdoor equipment, men's shoes or anything else that strikes your fancy, you will find what you are looking for at CSNStores.How great is th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, April 12, 2010,
In :
Shoes
Have I got news for you!I recently discovered an adorable little product called Flexflop. 
Flexflops are stylish and uber comfortable flip flops that fold in half and store in their own cute little carrying bags. They are super compact and only take up about the same amount of room in my purse as my makeup bag. Flexflops come in a multitude of colors and styles. The sweet little pouches that contain your Flexflops come plain or decorated with sayings and plenty of "bling". 
These flip flops are... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, March 23, 2010,
In :
Movies
This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Alvin and the Chipmunks. All opinions are 100% mine.
You know, when I was a kid, I loooooved the Alvin and the Chipmunks movie. I watched the cartoon on Saturday mornings and when the movie came out I was ecstatic. My kids have never seen the original cartoons but, they've seen the Alvin and the Chipmunks movie and loved it. I remember when my son watched it the first time. It was one of those times where the sound of his belly laughter flowe... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, March 12, 2010,
In :
Movies
When it comes to animated movies, sequels that go straight to dvd can sometimes leave something to be desired.
That is definitely not the case with Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey!
This delightful sequel to the first Curious George movie is fun, lighthearted and just as silly as the first. My kids adore this new Curious George movie and I think it's just too cute.
The film follows George's adventures as he befriends Kayla, a baby elephant, at a magic circus show and helps her travel acro... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, March 5, 2010,
In :
Shoes
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, February 25, 2010,
In :
Hair Care
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 ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, February 18, 2010,
In :
For Baby
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, February 14, 2010,
In :
Shoes
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, February 11, 2010,
In :
Movies
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, 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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Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, 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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, December 15, 2009,
In :
Kitchen
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, December 13, 2009,
In :
Jewelry
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, December 10, 2009,
In :
For Baby
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
In :
Movies
When I was a child, one of my favorite books was called "Harry the Dirty Dog". I loved reading it to my son from the time he was very small. Recently, the joy of that book has been brought to life on our tv and my son is just beside himself. Scholastic has introduced a new DVD set, Treasury of 50 Storybook Classics: Animal Antics and More. This set includes 7 discs with more than an hour of fun and stories on each. I love the read along function on these discs. My kids like to be read to but,... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
In :
Shoes
My daughter has almost as many pairs of shoes as I do. Really, she's following in my footsteps and she's doing it in some pretty adorable shoes. One of her newest pair of shoes is from Shooshoos. Cute name and cuter shoes.Shooshoos has been making quality shoes for children for over ten years. Their soft soled baby shoes have won awards and are sold in stores all over the world. The baby shoes and toddler shoes from Shooshoos are all made from 100% safe and non-toxic Nappa leather. The color ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
In :
Toys
My kids have so many stuffed animals, it's amazing. They are really taking over the room and they are everywhere. They are played with and then tossed aside. Some are shown a little more love but, aside from a little play time here and there, they are mostly just in the way and don't really have much of a function in the room other than taking up the top bunk. Apparently I'm not the only mom with this problem. In 2003, a mom decided to do something about it and created a line of children's st... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
In :
Kitchen
Since becoming more of a domesticated housewife in the last few years, one of the things I've been looking forward to is taking baked goodies and homemade yummies to our holiday events on really cute plates and platters. If I'm going to spend the time to cook then I want it to look cute when I'm serving it too! This year I am so very excited to bring desserts to the family table on a new plate I recently got from Pottery and Pillows. The handmade, personalized Christmas wreath plate that is o... Continue reading ...
My son is very skinny. It's always a challenge to find pants that are long enough but, fit him around the waist. My daughter doesn't have a problem with pants fitting her waist but, like lots of toddlers, she can generally be seen with the pants snug at the tummy and hanging halfway down her bottom. Both children usually need a belt. This can pose a problem at times. My son is very independant and gets frustrated with belts when he is getting dressed or using the restroom. My daughter just is... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
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For the Home
I'm fairly crafty but, one of the things I've always been amazed by and wished that I could do is create pottery. I'm astounded by the amount of talent it takes to create beautiful art and how much patience and creativity it must take to handmake these pieces. When I came across JD Wolfe Pottery I was blown away by the handmade pieces in the store and became an instant fan of the uber talented handiwork. JD Wolfe Pottery is a store filled with handmade pottery. You'll find everything from cof... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
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Clothing
It's entirely possible to make a unique statement with clothing that inspires and encourages interpretive thinking. This is something that generally can happen when looking at a really good tattoo and, thanks to one man's creative mind and unbelievable talent, tattoo design inspiration is available for those who'd rather snuggle up in a tee than have that needle come at them. Intuitive Productions is a company inspired by the tattoo design work of a creative mind. All of the designs are bold ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
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For Baby
Thank goodness for moms who start businesses. As moms, so many of us have those little (and big) ideas for things that would make our lives as parents easier. Sometimes there are moms that not only have those amazing ideas but, they see them through. Luckily, the two smart mommies behind Dressy Dribbles took their ideas and ran with them.Dressy Dribbles offers car seat covers for infant and toddler car seats that are stylish, easily removed and reversible. I've used car seats covers before an... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
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Home Decor
One of my new favorite decorating tools is putting vinyl decals on my walls. They are so versatile and really have a way to change any room. One of my favorite places to get wall decals is Dali Decals. Dali Decals has an enormous selection of vinyl wall stickers. There are over a dozen different categories of decals to choose from and tons of choices within the categories. The Elegant Circle with Dots Monogram is a beautiful touch for any nursery and also a wonderful idea when decorating a ro... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, November 30, 2009,
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For Baby
There's something that happens to a woman when she's pregnant. It's a phenomena that creates an urge to design a space that is a haven for the pending bundle of joy. The desire to "nest" inevitably hits new parents and the nursery dreaming begins. Serena & Lily takes the dreams of new parents and presents them in beautifully created collections of furniture, bedding, gifts and necessary gear. A nursery needn't be looked at as a diaper-changing, baby-napping, toy-storing room of the house. Thi... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, November 17, 2009,
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Bath and Body
My two year old daughter is crazy over lotion these days. She always wants lotion and if she sees me putting some on, forget about it. I love to let her have lotion and hand creams but, don't want anything that will be too harsh for her little hands. Noodle & Boo was founded by Christine Burger and inspired by her two children. The products from Noodle & Boo are each designed to nourish, replenish and protect especially delicate and sensitive skin. Ingredients are derived from natural resourc... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, November 17, 2009,
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Bath and Body
California Baby is a company that carries an amazing line of skin smoothers and soothers. Their lotions and creams are so luxurious. The products from California Baby were specially designed and formulated for babies and children but, have grown increasingly popular for adults as well. After trying one of the products, I can see why. The Botanical Moisturizing Cream is a soothing lotion that is perfect for every part of the body. It's not greasy at all and absorbs quickly and completely. The ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, November 12, 2009,
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Jewelry
With the holiday season around the corner, holiday shopping is about to be a priority. Men will be flocking to jewelry stores to pick up that special gift for the one they love. I say, don't fight the crowds. Find amazing stores online where you can buy quality jewelry at below "jewelry store" prices. Pearls of Joy is a premier place for cultured pearl jewelry with high quality merchandise and affordable prices. Their fast shipping is highly praised and their selection is incredible.Pearls of... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, November 9, 2009,
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Bath and Body
With the holidays comes joy and happiness, family and friends, cookies
and turkey, decorations and presents. Along with all those wonderful
things, with the holidays comes stress. Let's face it, it's nearly
impossible to not get a little stressed out by holiday shopping,
decorating, baking and entertaining guests. We'll all have fond
memories of those Christmas mornings and holiday traditions but,
getting there can be a little stressful. Luckily, one of my very
favorite companies has develope... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, November 9, 2009,
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Bath and Body
Bath and Body Works has always been one of my favorite stores. I love walking in and getting surrounded by sweet smells and fantastic sales people. Truly, every one of their stores that I've ever been in has the best staff who are so helpful and cheery. Their scents are always amazing and their holiday scents are magnificent. This year, Bath and Body Works has introduced two new fragrances that I am gaga over. Twilight Woods is the latest scent from the Bath and Body Works Signature Collectio... Continue reading ...
Whether you have kids in school, take your lunch to work or like to pack snacks for trips, chances are you use ziplock baggies. I know that we used to use a ton of them and our kids aren't even in school yet. We stopped using those plastic bags a long time ago. For a while, we've opted for reusable tupperware and brown paper sacks. Luckily, I've found something even better for sandwiches and snack storage. snackTAXI is a company started by a mom of 3 kids who was tired of knowing where the pl... Continue reading ...
My son is a superhero fanatic. At age 5 he can tell you all of the superhero's names, alter ego names, abilties and their backstories. He spends his days picking his favorites and mimicking their super-abilities. I have yet to meet a little boy his age that doesn't think they are or want to be a superhero. When I found Using Your Heads and saw their products, I knew my son would love them. Using Your Heads creates personalized coloring books, labels and stickers in themes using your child's i... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, October 27, 2009,
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Kitchen
I got a new cooking appliance recently that I absolutely love. The Cuisinart Rice Plus Multi-Cooker is a complete cooking system. This appliance is practically fool-proof and definitely makes cooking easier. I have a slow cooker but, it doesn't steam rice. I have a vegetable steamer but, it doesn't cook soup. Every time I cook rice on the stove I either undercook it or it burns on the bottom. The Cuisinart Rice Plus Multi-Cooker has pre-programmed options for cooking every kind of rice, risot... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, October 20, 2009,
In :
Unique Items
I
love Halloween decorations. My favorite kind are the decorations that I
can leave sitting out all year. Even better than that are the
decorations that remind us of our favorite movies!
Ametista
is a shop on Etsy.com that specializes in adorable and delightfully
spooky boxes and bottles. Their signature MoNsTeR bOxEs are uniquely
handcrafted trinket boxes that each seem to have their own amazing
personality. With big and small boxes of all different shapes and
themes, you'll find an amazi... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, October 20, 2009,
My whole life I have been blessed with incredibly thick hair. Despite
the thickness, I've always been concerned with how much hair I lose,
especially in the shower. I worry that someday it will catch up to me
and I will see a thinning of my hair. In addition to my hair, I've
always had thick nails. My nails seem to grow quickly but, because of
that, they break often. I've always taken
vitamin supplements but, have recently discovered something that is amazing for hair and nails.
Millet oil
...
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Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, October 18, 2009,
In :
Clothing
I got a shirt recently that I really don't ever want to take off. I
have a closet full of soft tees, tagless tees, vintage tees and more.
They are all very cute and most are really soft. None of them can
measure up to the tshirt that I have from
Purple Pig.
Purple Pig Shirts are
yoga inspired tees with inspirational sayings and images that remind us to remain centered. Some of the shirts are made from
organic cotton,
which adds to the good feeling. Knowing you are doing something good
for the ...
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Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, October 3, 2009,
In :
Clothing
One of the things I love about the weather turning cooler is the prospect of all the fun winter accessories. As a mom, I look forward to finding fun hats, scarves and coats for my kids. Just because the weather is cold kids shouldn't have to bundle up in boring outerwear. When it comes to winter hats for children, I have found the place to shop. Little Lids by Katie Segel is a boutique shop on Etsy. Katie started her business in 2004 and it's grown exponentially. The fleece hats for children ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, October 1, 2009,
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Clothing
What is Funky Green Machine? No. It's not a new superhero. Well, maybe it is. Superheroes save people in danger. Our earth is in danger and Funky Green Machine joins the ranks of companies that now offer only organic, natural and cruellty free products. Funky Green Machine's other super power? The eco-friendly products they provide are unbelievably hip and trendy.
One look at the home page of Funky Green Machine tells you they aren't like most companies. Funky Green Machine is all about fun, m... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, September 22, 2009,
In :
For Baby
Rich Frog Industries is a wonderful company that I came across recently. I first laid eyes on Rick the Frog and just had to see what other cute items they had to offer. I was not disappointed. 
This award winning company creates a number of soft toys for children, adorable bathtoys, the cutest pull toys I've ever seen and truly amazing mobiles. The stackable toys are made from soft velour and cotton and have the crinkly collar that babies love. I love the idea of the bouncy mobiles and adore t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, September 20, 2009,
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Clothing
I'd like to introduce you to Saul and Bare Tree Apparel.Saul is the amazingly creative mind behind this awesome clothing company. All of my readers know how much I love cool companies that not only create great products but, also give back to our society and create happy people! This is one of those companies. Saul's tshirt and accessory designs certainly make people happy (you can see all the comments on the Bare Tree Facebook FanPage) and the carefree and generous driving force behind these... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, September 15, 2009,
Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When the mother of invention is also a mother of a messy toddler, amazing idea are born. Boon Inc. began with Rebecca Finell's need to solve her unorganized and messy bathtub for her toddler. The Frog Pod was her first wonderful invention and, thankfully, she didn't stop there. Boon Inc.'s toys and accessories for babies and kids are all quite amazing. I love the modern designs of the products. The toys and gear are all very pleasing to the eye whi... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, September 10, 2009,
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Bath and Body
I'm constantly trying new products on my face. Since having my children, my skin has gone completely cuckoo. Southern humidity creates quite a shine, while most products I use can really dry out my skin. I recently tried some new lotion from a company that I'm quickly falling in love with. Simple Kind to Skin Purifying Cleansing Lotion is from the wonderful people at Simple in the UK. This company that has been around for more than 40 years creates skin care products that are actually good fo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, September 1, 2009,
In :
Toys
We have spent countless amounts of money on the batteries for our childrens' toys. The bigger the toy, the bigger the battery and the more expensive. I've often wondered how much money we could save if we could power their toys on their own energy. The inventors of the PlasmaCar are one step ahead of me. When it comes to outdoor ride-on toys it can be difficult to find something that is simple enough for a 2 year old but, fun enough for an older child. The pedals are inevitably too small or t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, August 14, 2009,
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Bath and Body
I'll admit it. I'm fairly lazy when it comes to washing my face. I don't wear much makeup but, know that I should clean my face before I hit that bed at night. I need something fast and easy! I recently had the pleasure of trying some new cleansing facial wipes. Simple Cleansing Wipes are wonderful! Not only is it quick and easy but, using these wipes leaves my face feeling super clean and refreshed. One swipe took off my makeup! Even when I'm not wearing makeup, it's nice to use these wipes ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, August 9, 2009,
Let me tell you about my new obsession. Every time I walk out of my bathroom I have to grab a little of my Sweet Fig & Argan Body Lotion from the True Blue Morocco Collection at Bath and Body Works! My daughter is in love with it now too, and she's only 2! When I received my sample of the lotion I was a little hesitant. I have just never been a lotion user. I don't like my skin to feel greasy. Here in south Texas your skin is usually greasy enough! I immediately loved the beautiful decorative... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, July 27, 2009,
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Bath and Body
Snog - (verb): A colloquial British/Australian expression referring to a passionate kiss. What a genius name for a lip balm! Snog
lip balm is a super hydrating balm that is small enough for those
little pockets on your jeans. You know. The pockets you never do
anything with! Not only is it cute and little, it makes your lips feel
amazing. I've personally never been a fan of lip balms or chapsticks or
lip gloss of any kind. I will admit that I was wary when I tried Snog.
I was wrong! Seriously... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, July 9, 2009,
In :
For Baby
I
used to work in a daycare. Anyone who's ever worked in one or been in
one knows that daycares and schools are the homes of some of the
snottiest noses around. I was constantly wiping noses. No matter how
soft, tissue eventually leads to irritation and can never get the
really stubborn boogies! Like most moms, I've often used baby wipes on
my own kids faces. I always disliked it, but arriving at your
destination only to find your perfectly clean child now has a boogie
stained face...well, th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, July 7, 2009,
In :
For Baby
When
my daughter was an infant we had all the seating for babies. She spent
time in her baby papason chair, boucy seat, bumbo and with a nursing
pillow and blanket on the floor. I had problems with all of them.
Putting her flat on the floor always seemed uncomfortable and the
nursing pillow seemed really awkward on her neck. The bumbo was far too
unsafe for her neck until she was much older. The chair and the seats
were fine but a little high off the ground and way too unsturdy to set
anywher... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, July 2, 2009,
In :
Jewelry
The
creative minds behind the jewelry and other unique items at ReinTree
Designs are a mother/daughter art team. Together they keep their Etsy
shop stocked with all kinds of little pretties! This butterfly
windchime is amazing!
And I love this cool pendant...
The
jewelry at ReinTree is made out of light polymer clay. I received a
custom piece and was just thrilled when I opened the box. I told Reina
that I like butterflies and pink. The butterfly necklace she sent
couldn't have been more perfec... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, July 1, 2009,
In :
For Baby
Z. Daisy offers unique baby gifts like the Binkie Bungee™ (Pacifier Clip), Blankie Bungees™ (Blanket Clips) and Baby Travel Blankets! Your baby will love to snuggle with these plush fabrics.
The
Binkie Bungee is a must have for all Binkie Babies! How many times have
you picked that pacifier off the floor? Keep it close to baby while
making a fashion statement!
Not only are these super useful but they are super adorable!
Z.
Daisy was nice enough to send me a Binkie Bungee to check out.
Serio... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, June 19, 2009,
Stoopher and Boots is a company out of NYC run by the wonderfully artistic Stephanie. Not only are her products unbelievably cute but they are affordable too! I could order custom shirts from her all day!
I decided to order a onesie for my brother's new baby boy. I sent Stephanie and email telling her the name of a very obscure band that my brother loves. She very quickly sent me back a proof of what the shirt would look like. It was perfect!
The onesies are high quality and come exactly as yo...
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Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, June 18, 2009,
MellyRoo Designs is the craft child of one amazing woman. Sara over at MellyRoo creates all of her designs and is always coming up with more products and more fantabulous ideas! Lollipops and Polka Dots is lucky enough to be a boutique that offers Sara's items. She's always got new stuff over on her blog too.
Sara sent me some pop-up straw cups for my kiddos. These are the coolest cups I've ever gotten. Not only did she do amazing work with my endless custom ordering (TRex is a bit of a super...
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