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Starting a Small Business
Everyone is looking for ways to make extra money in this tough economy, so it’s no surprise that small businesses and self employment are on the rise. There are pros and cons to starting a... Continue reading »
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Show and Tell: Teaching Our Kids About Going Green
As a parent I am constantly thinking about how I will teach my child certain values. Whether they be social, moral and ethical standards, the question of how best to impart our own knowledge without... Continue reading »
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There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold: A Review
Everybody loves a good children’s book. And when we find one that is really amusing, funny, and whimsical, it sticks to us and is something that we don’t easily forget. That is exactly what There... Continue reading »
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Ten Ways to Keep Your Family Safe
Although I grew up in New York City, my family and I always felt safe. It may be hard to believe, but there were times where we didn’t even lock the doors. No one’s house ever got broken into... Continue reading »
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Trying Out Some New Snacks
When Z.E.N. comes home from school, he usually eats a light meal. After his meal, he always expects to get a snack. I usually give him some fruit like apples, grapes or pears, but sometimes he... Continue reading »
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ET’s Hanging with the Stars Sweepstakes
Have you ever dreamed about attending a big Hollywood award ceremony like the Emmy’s? Well maybe you can! Entertainment Tonight is running a sweepstakes where you and a friend can attend the ET... Continue reading »
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Ten Ways to Exercise as a Family
Making the decision to start exercising is something that many people in our country struggle with every day. However, it’s something that many of us know that we need to be doing. I personally sat... Continue reading »
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DIY Monarch Butterfly Model Project #ExpressYourself
Last month, Z.E.N. came home from school with this: My first thought was “Really? Kindergarteners have to do projects now?” I don’t remember having to do projects in Kindergarten, but I guess... Continue reading »
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Quesadillas for Cinco De Mayo
As you are all aware, Cinco de Mayo was celebrated last Saturday. While we didn’t have Cinco de Mayo party or anything, we did celebrate by having a Mexican themed meal. Before we get to the... Continue reading »
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McDonald’s First Taste of Summer
Last week, I attended a berry filled McDonald’s First Taste Event in NYC. The event was held at the Empire Hotel’s rooftop terrace and I got to rub shoulders with a lot of bloggers and... Continue reading »
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Make Recycling Easy with the Rubbermaid Hidden Recycler
Do you recycle? Recycling is a great way to help save the environment. We recycle in our household and our town makes it easy by offering bi-monthly curbside pick-up. However I’m always looking... Continue reading »
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$100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway for May 2012
Hosted by Musings From a Stay At Home Mom Welcome to our May $100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway! Once again, 10 wonderful bloggers have teamed up to offer you the chance to win this fabulous prize! How... Continue reading »
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Trying a New Skin Care Regimen
For the past couple of months I’ve noticed that my skin isn’t looking as fresh and radiant as it used to. I used to get compliments all the time as to how good my skin looked, but lately,... Continue reading »
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Making the Switch to Eco Friendly Products With the Help of Duane Reade
I was reading through my twitter stream the other day and this tweet caught my eye: Stocking up on supplies @DuaneReade Don’t forget to pick up the Duane Reader for what’s hot & on sale!... Continue reading »
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Getting My Glam on at Duane Reade
On Friday April 13th, my fellow Duane Reade VIP bloggers and I met up at Duane Reade’s flagship store at 40 Wall Street in NYC for a fun filled evening of beauty. This store is unlike any other... Continue reading »
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KitchenAid Artisan Mixer Giveaway
Commercial Industrial Supply is a pvc pipe and valve company giving away a KitchenAid Artisan Mixer (view more prize details here) a Commercial Industrial Supply giveaway powered by Rafflecopter... Continue reading »
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Learn About McDonald’s Nutrition Network and Healthier Meal Options
While we don’t eat a lot of fast food in our house, we do occasionally eat it, usually when we take road trips. At most we eat fast food maybe 4-5 times a year. One particular fast food... Continue reading »
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New Apple Ipad Giveaway from Reeves, Aiken & Hightower
In honor of Mother’s Day, the lawyers of Reeves, Aiken, & Hightower are going to raffle away a new iPad to one lucky mom!They will announce the winner on their Blog, Facebook, & Twitter.... Continue reading »
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I’m a Duane Reade VIP Blogger #DReadeVIP
This may be old news to some of you, but I never officially announced that I am a Duane Reade VIP Blogger. For those of you who may not be familiar with Duane Reade, it is a Drugstore, similar to... Continue reading »
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The Many Benefits Of A Protein Rich Breakfast
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but many people either skip it altogether or fill themselves up with high carbohydrate foods. Personally, I just recently became convinced of the... Continue reading »
