As a mom of a kid, a preteen, and a teen, I have years of orthodontic bills ahead of me. My children did not win the straight teeth lottery. I wore braces and a retainer as a young teen. Even…
Tucks Take Alongs: A Review
I’m not the most “open-about-my-feelings” type of person.” I don’t go around chit-chatting about personal issues. I am most certainly not an open book when it comes to bodily functions. So, why am I writing about Tucks? That’s a good…
i-Turtle: Momfluence Summer Gift Guide
i-Dog. i-Fish. i-Cy. i-Turtle. After the success of the dog, fish, and penguin, Hasbro has unveiled the i-Turtle. The i-Turtle is a stand-alone musical toy, which can also be used with an i-pod. i-Turtle would be a great gift for the…
A Valentine’s Must Have
Is there anything more Valentine’s Day-y than Sweethearts? I’m not sure my children have brought home a Valentine’s bag that did not contain a box of Sweethearts. As a mom my hand might gravitate towards a Reese’s Peanut Butter cup or…
Taking a Breather
Haven’t mentioned where we are. Did not talk about going away. So, where are we? Beach? Roadtripping? B&B? If you guessed beach, then you are correct. It’s our annual family jamboree to the beach. Kids love it. Husband loves it.…
Spendervention: Giveaway
When TJ Maxx and Home Goods arrived in my small town, it was a big-time news event. TJ Maxx shares a building with Home Goods. Both have separate entrances and cash registers, but the return desk is for both stores. I…