Month: May 2013

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Embracing Technology

I told myself this was the year I would embrace technology.  For Christmas and my birthday my husband bought me the iphone 5 and mini i pad. I finally bought myself a nook (with glowlight!) For mother’s day my husband bought me a laptop. So far I only opened up the nook a few times. While I went away for girls weekend in Miami my friend had her kindle and was like, “how come you are not reading on your new nook?”  I just wanted to relax, enjoy the scenery and not have to worry about finishing the book! anyway… I hope to use all my new technologies more often. It is amazing how technology continues to change. Remember when no one had a cell phone? How did we ever get by without a quick check of facebook, twitter, email, instagram…..

I am also loving the cases for my new devices.  I discovered these really cool cases from BUILTny. The company sent me a couple to test out for my ipad and then I bought myself one for my laptop. I like the material. It is made from NEOPRENE (like the wet suit material) and they really do offer Great protection. Check it out!

Disclosure: builtNY send me a couple kindle, mini-ipad cases to test out; all opinions in this post are my own

All my new items!
All my new items!
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Products

Embracing Technology

I told myself this was the year I would embrace technology.  For Christmas and my birthday my husband bought me the iphone 5 and mini i pad. I finally bought myself a nook (with glowlight!) For mother’s day my husband bought me a laptop. So far I only opened up the nook a few times. While I went away for girls weekend in Miami my friend had her kindle and was like, “how come you are not reading on your new nook?”  I just wanted to relax, enjoy the scenery and not have to worry about finishing the book! anyway… I hope to use all my new technologies more often. It is amazing how technology continues to change. Remember when no one had a cell phone? How did we ever get by without a quick check of facebook, twitter, email, instagram…..

I am also loving the cases for my new devices.  I discovered these really cool cases from BUILTny. The company sent me a couple to test out for my ipad and then I bought myself one for my laptop. I like the material. It is made from NEOPRENE (like the wet suit material) and they really do offer Great protection. Check it out!

Disclosure: builtNY send me a couple kindle, mini-ipad cases to test out; all opinions in this post are my own

All my new items!
All my new items!
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Memorial Day Weekend

This day is always a tough day to go back to work after being off since Friday. It was a relaxing weekend but a cold one. There was actual snow in New Hampshire!   This is the weekend to kick off the summer. Are you ready?

This weekend we went swimming, played tennis, basketball and even got a game in of volleyball (seldon v. seldon)  at our swim and tennis club. It is our first year joining so the kids are excited.  There is still about four more weeks of school left so we will have to finish all the sporting events and then it’s on to swim, dive and tennis! Now let’s bring on the warm weather!

 

Memorial Day Volleyball
Memorial Day Volleyball
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Surviving a concert with your tween girls @Kiss108 #KC13

It has been a while since I went to a concert. Clearly, as everyone was waving their smart phone lights instead of bic lighters! Things have changed a lot.  My husband and I took our girls ages 8 and 11 to the @Kiss108 concert and we saw lots of kids without parents. The majority were tween girls ages 14-18 wearing very little shorts and t-shirts! yikes! Luckily our kids still like to spend time with us (sometimes for the 11 year old)

When I was young we were not allowed to go to a concert with friends. My sister took me to see Rick Springfield when I was 13. (she is a lot older than me so more like a mom) Here are the things I was most surprised about.

1. The line to get in the actual parking lot (and to leave) – I just don’t remember this stress when I was young. My husband had this great idea of tailgating but the traffic was so bad we had a few lemonades, a handful of chips and ran to the entrance.

2. This was a LONG concert – especially for the eight year old – but I was surprised to see kids even younger than her there and without ear plus. Am I the only one with ear plugs?

3.  The attire. Oh gosh…I am not looking forward to the teenage years. The rule should be if you can see the pockets hanging out of the front of your jean shorts then….they are too SHORT – same is true if you can SEE your butt cheeks…….  Also, why wear a tank top if the sides are open or see through?

4. The parking spaces are not marked not even a letter to remember what isle you parked in. So REMEMBER where you parked your car.  Our goals was to leave as the last performer took the stage and watch/listen to her first song as we headed toward the exit, that way we would avoid the foot traffic and the car traffic exiting. But we both really did not pay attention to where we parked and ended up running around and panicking while swarms of people were exiting and we were just looking for our car!

5.  The cost of the additional items – Be prepared to buy the t-shirt, the water, the snack, the pizza etc.,  So bring LOTS of money. Or have them drink lots of water before you go in. The price of bottled water was almost $5.00! Ouch. The two t-shirts were $50.  But ahhhhhhh…. the memories they will have!

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Surviving a concert with your tween girls @Kiss108 #KC13

It has been a while since I went to a concert. Clearly, as everyone was waving their smart phone lights instead of bic lighters! Things have changed a lot.  My husband and I took our girls ages 8 and 11 to the @Kiss108 concert and we saw lots of kids without parents. The majority were tween girls ages 14-18 wearing very little shorts and t-shirts! yikes! Luckily our kids still like to spend time with us (sometimes for the 11 year old)

When I was young we were not allowed to go to a concert with friends. My sister took me to see Rick Springfield when I was 13. (she is a lot older than me so more like a mom) Here are the things I was most surprised about.

1. The line to get in the actual parking lot (and to leave) – I just don’t remember this stress when I was young. My husband had this great idea of tailgating but the traffic was so bad we had a few lemonades, a handful of chips and ran to the entrance.

2. This was a LONG concert – especially for the eight year old – but I was surprised to see kids even younger than her there and without ear plus. Am I the only one with ear plugs?

3.  The attire. Oh gosh…I am not looking forward to the teenage years. The rule should be if you can see the pockets hanging out of the front of your jean shorts then….they are too SHORT – same is true if you can SEE your butt cheeks…….  Also, why wear a tank top if the sides are open or see through?

4. The parking spaces are not marked not even a letter to remember what isle you parked in. So REMEMBER where you parked your car.  Our goals was to leave as the last performer took the stage and watch/listen to her first song as we headed toward the exit, that way we would avoid the foot traffic and the car traffic exiting. But we both really did not pay attention to where we parked and ended up running around and panicking while swarms of people were exiting and we were just looking for our car!

5.  The cost of the additional items – Be prepared to buy the t-shirt, the water, the snack, the pizza etc.,  So bring LOTS of money. Or have them drink lots of water before you go in. The price of bottled water was almost $5.00! Ouch. The two t-shirts were $50.  But ahhhhhhh…. the memories they will have!

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A new anti-aging beauty line and cleansing wipes @FirstAidBeauty

I am liking any type of quick cleansing wipes and ones that cleanse, tone and refresh all in one are the best. My biggest pet peeve with cleansing wipes is that some are not moist enough. First Aid Beauty sent me a few products to test out and I love them all, including the cleansing wipes. First Aid Beauty’s New gentle cleansing wipes are great if you are in a hurry and need a quick clean. My tweens especially like using them after sports if we are going to head to grab a bite to eat and they don’t have time for a shower! They are hypoallergenic, alcohol and oil-free. Both girls said they are pillow like and it felt like a cloud on their skin.

What I like even more about FAB products is that they are free of harsh chemicals like parabens, phthalates, alcohol, fragrances and artificial dyes. I really try hard to make sure my girls lean toward products like these that are safe and do not have any yucky chemicals in them.

I went on to test the FAB daily dose kit. This is an anti-aging beauty regimen at its best. It includes the face cleaner, the facial radiance pads, dual repair eye and face cream and the dual repair power serum. All are very soothing and safe for sensitive skin. It’s my new favorite line. Check out all their products online.

Disclosure: First Aid Beauty sent me the above mentioned products to test out. All opinions are my own.

First Aid Beauty products
First Aid Beauty products
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@NECN Mother’s Day Gift Ideas!

We were talking practical, traditional and homemade gifts for a Mother’s Day segment @NECN!

 

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Happy Mother’s Day @980WCAP

Happy early Mother’s Day to all!  This week on the trendymommies.com report on 980 WCAP we talked Mother’s Day gift ideas and how being the mom of three is more difficult than 2, 4, 6, etc!

Listen in!

Trendymommies.comMay7WCAPsegment

 

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What Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day – practical, traditional and tech

Mother’s Day is right around the corner. A few companies sent me products to review for the blog and my TV segment. Here are some of the fun ideas for gifts!

According to Wayfair.com, the online store for hundreds of home items, on their Mother’s day survey 68% of women would rather receive a practical household gift over flowers, chocolates, and even jewelry this year. While I do love a good blender, (I have been eyeballing the kitchen aid mixer for years (hint, hint), for a practical gift I love this creation: the SHOULDIT

  • A scarf is always a nice gift AND this one is functional! SHOLDIT.com looks like a traditional infinity scarf or wrap. But look closer and you’ll find two spacious zippered pockets perfectly sized to carry mom’s essentials – such as credit cards, keys, cash, cell phone, etc. — so she can leave the handbag at home. Perfect for the new mom! Starts at $49.00

If mom is more traditional think jewelry, chocolate, flowers and here are a few ideas:

  • Jewelry is the best gift. Tiffany & Co.  Alex and Ani and David Yurman are my favorites. Even a handmade bracelet is nice!
  • Of course chocolate is a treat!  Anytime I walk down the chocolate isle at Whole Food it is like a dream seeing all the organic chocolate in all yummy flavors. Dad: grab a variety and put it in a nice bag, it’s that easy.
  • Flowers:  Have the kids make you flowers as they last! These felt flower bouquet from  kiwicrate.com lasts and dad can involve the kids in an activity while mom sleeps in. $12.95
  • We love the gift ideas from calendars.com.  Make Your Own Stepping Stones Kit is so cute.  If Mom loves being in the garden, then this kit is perfect! These make great keepsakes for years to come and Mom will smile every time she steps outside. The kit includes press-in numbers, letters, and punctuation marks, but a handprint is always a personal touch.https://www.calendars.com/Gardening-Gifts-for-Mom/Make-Your-Own-Stepping-Stones-Kit/prod201100014064 
  • Also from calendars.com  the Just Between Us Book is a nice keepsake for moms and daughters. This beautiful keepsake journal is a must for any teenage girl and her mother. Advice, guidelines, and prompts by author Meredith Jacobs and her thirteen-year-old daughter Sofie pave the way to discussing everything from friends and school to crushes and growing up. With plenty of free space to write about whatever’s on their minds and fun pages for drawing pictures and making lists, this journal will open the lines of communication and help moms and daughters create memories that will last a lifetime https://www.calendars.com/Inspirational-Gifts-for-Mom/Just-Between-Us-Book/prod201300018490/

Technology:

  • Moms love convenience and technology and I love my ipad. There are so many fun cases for the ipad which makes a nice gift:  BuiltNY.com cases are just great. They are made from NEOPRENE (like the wet suit material) Great protection and Florals are in this season!  $29.99
  • And if mom loves her Technology but is worried about cell phone radiation:   Bodywellchip.com  -  The Bodywell Chip is scientifically-proven to curb up to 80% of cell phone radiation without interfering with your phone’s signal.  Research shows cell phones do emit electromagnetic radiation which can be processed into the body at a specific absorption rate (SAR), which could negatively affect health, possibly causing brain tumors, headaches, fatigue, loss of sleep, and more.  $29.99

Disclosure: the above companies sent me the products to review. All opinions are my own.

Some fun Mother’s Day gift ideas!

 

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Pedicure season is here in New England…I think @MiniLuxe

It was a bit chilly this morning but I did get to wear flip flops once this weekend so I think we can say it’s official – pedicure season is here! Last week I visited Mini Luxe in Lexington center for the first time.  They had a booth at @blogbetterBOS and we received a gift card from @MiniLuxe to check out their services. I loved the selection of polish colors to choose from. I also liked how they had smaller sized bottles of their line to buy (only $4.00) so you can see if you like the color.  Pedicures always last longer if you can do a touch up yourself with the polish.  While I did not have a full pedicure (I had a polish change and they shaped my toenails nicely!) I do like how they opened a new package for the file and the clip.  They not only have nail stations but offer waxing services as well. Plus, up in front of the store they sell lots of fun candles, perfume, jewelry and flip flops. When leaving I noticed their tag line: “Clean freaks are us. Call us crazy, but good hygiene actually inspires us!” It is nice to know that the salon is clean and they are committed to maintaining that!

Disclosure:  I did receive a gift card for the service. All opinions are my own.


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