DIY Holiday Break: Fun With The Kids

With Holiday break rapidly approaching, I'm in a near panic thinking about how to occupy these FIVE critters for weeks on end with no educational diversion. We usually fall back on the same entertainment/activities for the break... here are some ideas for you, please share … [Read more...]

Save Handmade – Don't make February 10, 2009 Bankrupt Day

Recently, Eco Child's Play editor Jennifer Lance wrote about the CPSIA that will go into effect on February 20, 2009, thus decimating the thousands of handmade mom and pop run businesses in this country. Without the ability to sell their toys, hair accessories, clothing, and … [Read more...]

Why Tilty is a Better Sippy: Comment to Win

Comments are now closed. Congrats to Meg who won the Tilty cup pack! My children are constantly leaving a third of their beverage resting in sippy cups. It's wasteful and it's frustrating for the little ones to know there is something to drink and not be able to get it out … [Read more...]

Dear President Bush: Thank You For Screwing Over My Kids

I'm Speechless (not really), I'm a little bit tongue tied though because I realize now I'm a fallen Republican. How does this happen? When did we decide as a nation that we are no longer stewards of the earth? What will be left for my children? The U.S. Fish and Wildlife … [Read more...]

Nintendo, EA, Parenting, Fitness and Conservation: Maybe?

One of the most fascinating parts of being a Mommy Blogger is that you will always be challenged to defend your decisions. I'm okay with that. There are no video games at my house, yet. My husband is dying for a Sony PlayStation 3 Blu-ray. Since he's the primary earner in the … [Read more...]