I am an easy target for impromptu purchases and finds near the check-out counter. During my most recent visit to Nordstrom Rack, I was eyeing the nail polish and lip gloss varieties on my way to the register and suddenly, a small, yet practical product caught my eye. It was the Travalo Refillable Perfume Spray. … Continue reading »
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Happy Snacking with Annie Chun’s Seaweed Snacks
Do your kids love to snack? Are you looking to add choices to their snacking options? If you answered yes to these questions, I have good news! The snack aisle has evolved into a place where you’ll want to spend time exploring options, reading labels and selecting products that offer an alternative to plain potato … Continue reading »
Hands-Off Car Seat Safety Solution
I really could have used this product two years ago when my feisty toddler would unfasten her seat belt and climb around the car while I was driving. The incident I’ll never forget occurred when we were only one block away from our house. I had all my kids in the car and they were … Continue reading »
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Heads Turn for Boogie Board™ LCD Writing Tablets
Saturdays are busy for my family. Soccer games for the girls and a flag football game for my son seem to fill-up the entire day. Therefore, I always grab a few craft items or small toys to keep my kids entertained as we move from activity to activity. Last weekend, I was watching my son’s … Continue reading »
It’s Just Hair
My children have not yet entered double digits and they have learned about the effects of cancer and other health conditions. Like many of your families, our family has been touched by cancer and my children have observed and participated in events and activities that educate the public and raise money for research and cures … Continue reading »
My Poptastic Experience
Thanks to our fantastic Arizona popchips rep, I can share a “poptastic” experience with you. She sent me a big red box that displayed “get popped” and I couldn’t wait to “pop” it open. She also included a nice note and sticker stating that popchips meet school nutrition guidelines and are grades K-12 nutrition approved! … Continue reading »
Arizona Fall Festivals, Farms, Food & Fun
It’s that time of year again! We can finally head outdoors and enjoy cooler weather and the joys of the fall season. Plan a trip to a nearby farm or spook house or attend a Halloween party. Below are my recommendations for destinations and special events around Arizona: •Agua Linda Farm Fall Pumpkin Festival – … Continue reading »
Kids Eat Free – August 2010
In an effort to keep you informed about everything related to raising kids in the Valley of the Sun, we are excited to share our list of local kids eat free offers. This list will be updated on a regular basis so please reference it often. Also, we would greatly appreciate your input regarding free … Continue reading »
The Allure of Store Brands
This week, I read an interesting article published in the East Valley Tribune regarding store brands at the grocery store. I was drawn to this article because over the past few years, I have heard more and more positive reviews of store brands, also referred to as private label or value brands. Specifically, it reminded … Continue reading »