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My Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day

I’m going to admit right now that I am not the world’s greatest housekeeper.  My idea of organization is neatly stacked piles.  My idea of clean is quickly swept heavily trafficked areas and sanitized bathrooms and kitchens. And yet, I know what I don’t like when it comes to cleaning my house.  I don’t like…

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Advent Calendars

Today is the first Sunday of Advent, or in my house, the first Sunday that I can decorate the house for Christmas, sing “O Holy Night” at the top of my lungs, buy a Christmas tree and not feel guilty.  It is also when I will display my Advent Calendars and begin the countdown to…

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Save on Last Minute Back to School Sh...

For much of the country, Monday is back-to-school day.  Yes, some of you have already sent your children off for another fun and exciting year, and some will probably enjoy a summer vacation that lingers until after Labor Day, but for most of us, this weekend is our last chance for back-to-school supply shopping.  I…

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Game Time Cure for the Summertime Blues

I’m not sure if it’s official, but based on my body’s thermometer, this has been the hottest summer on record.  Back in my slacker teenager days, I would have welcomed this number of days in the 90’s and yes, even the 100’s.  An excuse to sleep in until 1:00 and then lounge around all day…

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Honkin’ Horns! Chuggington View...

Those of you who attended the Chuggington Sitewarming Party on Twitter know about Chuggington, the great show that debuted on Playhouse Disney at the beginning of the year.  I’ve heard from many of you about how much your children love to watch Chuggington and how excited you are for the Chuggington toys that are finally…

OrganizHer by Mead – Product Re...

Once upon a time I was a fairly organized person. I enjoyed filling in the squares of my lesson planner, creating a weekly menu, and managing my Christmas card list. Then I became a mom. I feel like I have spent the last six years trying to find the right product line to move me…

Summer Fun Reviews

I’ve always thought that it would be nice if Christmas really was in July, or heck, even June. It was always so difficult to go back to school after only a few days with a house energized by new toys and books. Wouldn’t it be more fun to receive new toys, games, craft supplies and…

Our Day at the National Aquarium R...

Earlier this month my family spent the morning at the National Aquarium in Washington, DC. While we have been to the Baltimore location many times, this little treasure hidden in the basement of the Commerce Building was a new experience for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and will absolutely be returning often. Thank…

My HP TouchSmart Webprinter Video

You may remember that four months ago I had the opportunity to review and giveaway a new TouchSmart Webprinter from HP (product and compensation provided). The review and giveaway were part of a larger campaign that included the filming of a webisode to air on Parents Ask. Since the time of filming, my poor printer…

The Magic School Bus and the Climate ...

About a year ago my daughter discovered The Magic School Bus series of books through Scholastic order forms she brought home from pre-school. Quickly our collection grew from one book to ten, and now Emma and Noah sit together as they decipher what the students are saying in the bubbles and guess where The Friz…

Easter Basket Recommendations and Giv...

If you’re like me, you’ll be heading to the store later this week to put together a few last minute items from the Easter Bunny. I’ve written in the past about how much I appreciate that my children have moved on to small collections of toys, and Easter is the perfect excuse to add to…

Earth Footwear: Change Your Body in 3...

For the last 30 days I’ve been wearing my Earth Footwear (product provided for review) as part of a blogger challenge. I did not weigh myself at the beginning of the challenge because I learned long ago that the numbers on the scale are often not a good indication of anything. I have been excited…

Earth Footwear 30 Day Challenge

Look how amazing my legs look since I began the Earth Footwear 30 Day Challenge! Okay, so that’s not really me. But my legs do look and feel much better! When I first began wearing the shoes, I had to adjust to the internal incline. The first couple of times I wore the shoes I…

Week at a Glance – January 24th...

I cannot believe that the final week of January is already upon us. My “revisit in the New Year” list has far less lines through it than I had hoped, and my personal goal to exercise more has not picked up nearly as much steam as I had planned. That said, February proves to be…

Disney Book Review – Beyond the...

In planning for multiple Walt Disney World vacations, I have read stacks of guide books and searched through countless forums and websites. My hands down favorite planning guide is The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World, and the most resourceful Disney website is All Ears. That said, I love the idea of a Disney planning…

Resourceful Rewind: The Best of 2009

As we begin 2010, I thought I’d take a moment to remember some of my favorite posts from 2009. Hopefully you’ll find a few new tips or enjoy a laugh or two. Happy New Year! OrganizingTry using bins and baskets in unusual places and watch the clutter disappear! Every time I follow this e-mail management…

2010 Planner: Get Organized with GO MOM!

Have you vowed to get organized in 2010? Is this the year when you will finally have all of your family’s important information safely in one place? If so, you’re not alone. I typically begin each new year with a trip to my closest big box store to buy my new planner. This year will…

2010 Planner: Get Organized with GO MOM!

Have you vowed to get organized in 2010? Is this the year when you will finally have all of your family’s important information safely in one place? If so, you’re not alone. I typically begin each new year with a trip to my closest big box store to buy my new planner. This year will…

I Have a Crush on Sprig Toys

I first tweeted with Sprig Toys representatives in the weeks leading up to the Type-A Mom Conference last September. They were corporate sponsors, which right out of the gate made me like them. Any company – especially one on the smaller side – that invests in the mom blogging community deserves at least a second…

Our Favorite Games – Last Minut...

As much as my kids love electronics – the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree – what we love even more is sitting on the floor in front of the family room fireplace playing a game. We all love Candy Land and Chutes and Ladders, of course, but over the last year I’ve found…

Last Minute Holiday Recommendation! T...

It’s time I bear my sole to you. Yes, that pun was intended. You see, I have a shoe problem, and it’s not what you think. Unlike many women who spend insane amounts of money on shoes, here are the three pairs that I wear 99.9% of my days. The main issue is that I…