I'd first like to say that my thoughts and prayers go out to all the people who are suffering from the effects of Sandy's devastation. My family and I are lucky. We currently own two homes while we transition into our new house, and both were in Sandy's path. Thankfully, we only had very minor damage. The kids slept through most of the strong winds and we didn't lose power or water at the house we're currently living in. I joked in one of my ...
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Traveling? Check out Gogobot! #GogobotTravel
My hubby and I must be absolutely insane because we are planning our first trip to Europe as a family. My toddler doesn't travel well- she gets car sick, and my infant just doesn't like to be in one position for too long, but that can change in a few months. This will be our first time going on a plane together, and while I'm not looking forward to the plane ride, I am looking forward to seeing Greece and Cyprus, and teaching my toddler about our ...
Oh, The Many Uses of Baking Soda!
From the moment I found out I was pregnant with my first baby, I was on the hunt to find all natural cleaning products. I traded in my traditional mop for a steam mop so that chemicals weren't necessary. I also researched cleansers that would be good for cleaning the kitchen and bathroom. I was amazed to find out I had everything I needed right at home AND it was one of the most inexpensive items in my pantry: Arm & Hammer Baking Soda! I had ...
Gone Vegetarian? Let’s Celebrate during National Vegetarian Month!
After speaking with a few friends who are vegetarians, I've decided to do my own little experiment and try to cut out meats from my diet. The reason I decided to do this is because I have been feeling extremely fatigued for a few years now, and I figured a diet change was in order. I have been trying to cut back on meats because they are full of antibiotics and growth hormones and I don't want this stuff in my body! I guess you can't really call ...
Moving….here we go!
It's starting to set in. We are actually moving. I have the boxes piled up in the living room and the bubble wrap is just sitting there looking at me as if to say, “ok, let's get this show on the road!”. And there's my kitchen, with all my cabinets full of every kind of cooking aid you could imagine, just taunting me. I imagine it's saying, “HA! I dare you to attempt to get everything packed with 3 kids and a dog needing you every moment of the ...
What Color is YOUR Coffee? #50ShadesofID
When I was a teen working in banking, I often did "coffee runs" for my coworkers. Some may have called me a gopher, but I really loved taking a few minutes away from work. With my pen and paper, I went to each person and asked what they wanted. One manager always said the same thing "Get my coffee right. I want it the same color as my skin- don't make it too light, and don't make it too dark." She would pull back her sleeve and show me her tanned ...
Neato Robotics Giveaway!
Welcome to the Neato Robotics giveaway event hosted by Real Mom Reviews. If you are anything like me there is just simply not enough time in the day to get everything done. Cleaning sometimes takes a back burner and there are days that I wish there was some way I could automatically clean my floors. Now there is! The Neato XV-21 Automatic Vacuum Cleaner is specially designed for pet owners and allergy sufferers. With the most powerful ...
What Foods Are #craveability Worthy?
I'm not into fast food. Okay, maybe I'm into fast food just a little, but it has to be good. I'm not interested in mystery meat or a hamburger that takes 12 seconds to cook. My hubby, on the other hand, LOVES fast food. He can eat it til he turns blue, or has to go up a notch on his belt, whichever comes first. I never tried Arby's until I met him, and once I did I wondered why I didn't try it sooner. Their fresh, deli carved meats with premium ...