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Minecraft Gifts at Best Buy

Filed Under: Gift Ideas, Tech

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. It’s no secret that Minecraft is hugely popular in our house. The kids play it often, and I have to say I adore their passion for it. Minecraft is truly a family-friendly […]

Savings on Microsoft Surface Pro + $500 Microsoft Store Giveaway

Filed Under: Gift Ideas, Tech

This is a Fashionista Event and a promotional item was provided to me. Hosts for this event are Still Blonde after all these Years and ModlyChic  A couple of years ago I inherited John’s old Microsoft Surface when he upgraded to the Pro, and it’s been such an amazing tool. I always need to stay connected for work on […]

5 Productivity Tips for Work-at-Home Parents

Filed Under: At Home, Biz, Motherhood, Tech

I have always poured my own productivity into my work. I’m on top of things at the office and less so at home. But now that I work from home, sometimes surrounded by loud active kids, keeping on target is much more challenging.  Ah Summer. Distractions abound, especially right now. It’s important to utilize the systems that worked […]

Pokémon GO: A Non-Gamer’s Guide

Filed Under: Entertainment, Tech

John is a game developer, so he and my gamer kids are just a bit over my head when it comes to video games. While I appreciate the creativity, fun and learning potential of games like Minecraft, I’m just not very good. My hands do not understand the Xbox controller buttons. Believe me, I’ve tried. The kids even […]

Play Osmo Kids Educational Games

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Tech

We recently received some awesome new kids tech that has been a huge hit in our home this summer. Osmo is an award-winning game system that connects hands-on play and learning with iPad interaction. “I want to play Osmo!” is a phrase we keep hearing, at home and now on our vacation in Florida visiting Grandma and […]

Finding Dory: A Lesson in Positvity {Sea Life Printable Activities}

Filed Under: Entertainment, Free Printables, Kids Activities

What would Dory Do? It’s the theme that really stood out last week during a press screening of the new Disney•Pixar film “Finding Dory”, which swims into theaters this Friday, June 17th.  Sequel to the iconic “Finding Nemo,” “Finding Dory” features many beloved characters and some incredible newcomers. I had the opportunity to not only see the film […]

Don’t Miss Posting Those Special Moments with Verizon Wireless

Filed Under: Discounts, Tech

Disclosure: This post and $500 Verizon Giveaway is a Fashionista Event. A promotional item was provided to me. Hosts are Still Blonde after all these Years and ModlyChic. Opinions are my own. We’ve used Verizon wireless cell service for many years, as have several members of our family including my parents. It is so great to get those free calls between […]

Wi-Fi Enabled Samsung Kitchen Appliances at Best Buy

Filed Under: At Home, Tech

Last month I attended a wonderful conference, Mom 2.0 Summit in California. I learned so much from the sessions but also had a chance to connect with some fantastic companies. One of my favorites was Best Buy, a store that we absolutely love. Geek family that we are, running around that store feels like a bit of a […]