You know that really cool neighbor you used to have growing up that had all the cool stuff that everyone always wanted to play with? Even they would covet this sled. This is the kind of sled that makes you feel like a good parent for even allowing your kids to sit on it, let … Read more
Every woman needs a fabulous pair of rain boots. Why? Because it rains everywhere. The Pacific Northwest, in particular, sees more than their fair share of inclement weather and rain is just a natural part of life around here. But, no matter where you are, being prepared with a great pair of comfortable rain boots … Read more
The first time I saw a Darda racetrack set, I couldn’t help but think that it looked like it had been designed by kids. Surely no grown up would dare put so many twists and loops in a racetrack. They would, of course, know that even little toy cars have to obey the laws of … Read more
In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, I decided to do something a little different today. Instead of raving about a product or service I love, I thought I would do a post raving about all that I am thankful for. I am thankful for: A daughter who simply enchants everyone that she meets, starting first … Read more
Most of you know about hubby's and my addiction with kitchen gadgets, and most of you are already familiar with the Xtrema Cookware line we profiled last month in which I raved for 11 straight paragraphs about how much I love their products. It's been months since we started using our Xtrema Cookware on a daily … Read more
It’s not going to be a gender neutral Christmas at our house! For the past two years, all of our kid’s purchases have leaned towards the gender neutral, in some cases bypassing the girl’s section entirely and shopping only in the boys aisles. Our daughter didn’t care what color her toys were, and I refused … Read more
I would like to introduce you to the only toy my daughter asks for by name, the My Pal Scout interactive puppy (This is of course assuming that his name is, in fact, "Woof Woof" as she insists that it is). When I got to meet the LeapFrog rep at the Time to Play Holiday … Read more
Ah, Halloween… there’s the chocolate, the costumes, the sugar candy, the Pumpkin Spice Lattes, the corn mazes, the sour candy… what’s not to love about this time of year? Unfortunately for little kids, they have to miss out on arguably the best part of Halloween – the ooey gooey sugary candy part. So, how … Read more
Have you ever done a YouTube search for Yo Gabba Gabba!? I have, and it’s adorable. The search results reveal video after video of basically the same thing: an adorable kid watching Yo Gabba Gabba! on TV and doing some sort of delightful – yet crazy – dance. Anyone who has ever caught an episode … Read more