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Send the kids to Summer Camp with heartfelt love from Lunchbox Love® cards.

2013-06-18T21:38:00.001-04:00

Today marks the last day of school in my town. Let Summer begin already! I wonder how many families have packed their kids up for Summer camp. Summer camp means a check list. I've been to enough Summer camps in my childhood that I have forgotten something-so I am extra cautious with that now with my own kids.

Along with clothing, toiletries, rain gear, and a flashlight, comforts from home can help get your child through moments of home sickness. A favorite book, stuffed animal, or other item from home serves as a reminder to them that their family is at home awaiting their return from Summer Camp.

Even if your child is having the time of their life at Summer Camp, it's nice to know Mom and Dad are thinking of of you and send their love.

Make your child feel extra special and loved while they are at Summer camp with Lunchbox Love® positive notes and camp trivia cards. Pack these cards with your child's clothing, tuck one in a sock, in folded shirts, with their toothpaste, anywhere in their luggage. You can also put Lunchbox love card in a letter or care packages sent from home.

Be the parent that puts a smile on your child's face with a card they can read over and over again. They can keep the card in their pocket to feel close to you.

Each card is two sided, the front side has a saying and the back side has trivia. Put a smile on your child's face and warm their heart away from home with the perfect sayings to make their day! From day camp to sleepaway camp a note from home is the perfect love note.

Each set of Lunchbox Love comes in a sturdy plastic case for storage, 12 cards printed front and back.

Lunchbox Love has cards for any occasion all year, check out their selection at sayplease.com.

Lunchbox Love for Loved ones offers 12 cards in a sturdy plastic case just right to tuck in a coat pocket, place on a pillow, or add to a gift to let that special someone how much you care about them. This set is great for Mother's or Father's Day, your anniversary, or date night.

Head on over to sayplease.com at back-to-school time too, for new volumes that are super great for the kids lunchboxes and back packs. My all time favorite set in for Halloween! But, I really like all the sets and the company is great! Made in the USA, fast service and shipping too. The web site also has free downloads of printable coloring sheets that make great gifts and cards. Sign up for their email while you are on their site-don't miss out on specials, sales, and the free printables.

where to find Say Please:

sayplease.com/

facebook.com/lunchboxlove

twitter.com/#!/lunchbox_love

pinterest.com/lunchboxlove/

Giveaway: for your chance to win a 12 card Lunchbox Love for Camp:

leave a comment on this post telling me what you like about Summer Camp.

Leave a separate comment for each social site you visit of Say Please (facebook, twitter,pinterest)

Leave a separate comment for any shares of this post/giveaway you do.

be sure to leave your email so I can contact you if you win. giveaway closes June 27, 2013 at 12 midnight EST. open to residents of USA.

Disclosure: I was sent Lunchbox Love cards for this review. The comments and views are my own.

Disney on the road in New York City by way of automobile with a little pixie dust help.

2013-06-17T20:16:00.002-04:00

I loaded up the car and headed to New York City-myself and another fellow blogger that is. When my family and I go to New York City, my husband is the driver, on my bucket list was to drive myself there. I don't mind driving anywhere, even in the city. Well, at least I think so...

We got into the city OK, but the navigation system was heading us to Queens. (sounds like another post, right?) I am so thankful my co-pilot said no, we don't want to go that way. We eventually found our way to Double Tree Hotel on Lexington Avenue and in time for the conference to start. We were not late, a bit frazzled, but not late.

We each received a tote bag filled with Disney goodies:

Disney on The Road had several stops around the country where invited moms, and even a few dads where in attendance. We were served a delicious breakfasts and had plenty of ice cold water to drink throughout the morning.

Maria Bailey of BSM Media spoke to us about Women in business. Moms as business women need more attention as business owners. They contribute 1.7 million dollars to the US economy. That's something to take note of. She also told that our children are watching what we do-follow your passion, achieve your goals. This is what your children are learning from you and will realize they can follow their dreams too.

The social Media manager of Disneyland, Gary Buchanan spoke to us next. He is a happy, energetic man and was very personable. You can follow him on https://twitter.com/Gary_Jerry, and you should! He filled us in on the new happenings at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

At Walt Disney World Resort in Florida:
New Fantasyland: Three majestic castles are now available for you to experience the Magical Kingdom. Gaston's Tavern, Beast's Castle, and Belle's French Village from Beauty and The Beast-one of my very favorite movies.

Test Track presented by Chevrolet: design you own concept "SlimCar" on a re-imagined attraction. Take it for a test drive too.

Splitsville Luxury Lanes. Two levels of food, family fun, billiards and bowling in a cool retro style bowling emporium.

Limited Time Magic with an extra sprinkle of Pixie Dust in 2013. visit disneyparks.com for the schedule.

Star Wars Weekends: Friday, Saturday and Sunday through June 9 at Disney Hollywood Studios.

Disney Dining: Focus on creative, fresh seasonal dishes and top of the line Sushi.

Coming soon to the sea: Disney Magic will soon offer new adventures from stem to stern. New spaces and re imagined areas.

and across the USA in California:
"Just Got Happier" with new entertainment with 'Mickey and the Magical Map" stage show new Fantasy Faire with Disney Princesses.

Meet Disney Princesses as they stroll through the beautiful Royal Hall, enjoye princess themed shows.

Cars Land and Buena Vista Street: Be transported to the area that attracted Walt Disney in his early days as an animation pioneer.

visit disneyparks.com for lots more info.

I won the centerpiece, yippee!!!

The key note speaker was Jennifer Labit, she is the creator of Cotton Babies.
She told her story of how she created a company from her home and with a savings of $100. Her company now sells millions of dollars worth of merchandise a year.

She spoke about taking risks, learn from risks, learn from failure, and be willing to succeed. Make one change at a time, then you will know if it worked or not. If not make another change. Create a concept and get followers. Interact with people, and don't echo what is already out there.

Jennifer spoke about picking your boundaries. During family time be with your family, don't work. Do that when they go to bed or during your work time. Family time is family time.

And this is interesting: have an out. What will you do when you no longer do what you are doing? Will your product continue to be made, will your blog still post? Have an exit strategy. Your interests grow, move on look ahead.

In our tote bag was a package of Flip, cloth diaper cover, which is part of a cloth diaper system from Jennifer's company.

New moms and moms to be should give this a try! Cloth diapers save you money and landfill space! Head on over to cottonbabies.com and see the entire line of products perfect for baby and you.

We also heard from a panel of Mompreneurs. They told us about the products they developed and how they brought them to market.

My Summary of the day:
Have a business plan.
Network.
Go to trade shows, conferences.
Listen to your customers/followers, read their comments.
Have goals. Achieve goals.
Is your product needed in the market?
Visit Walt Disney World with your family and don't work while you are there on vacation!!!

DisneyParksBlog.com
twitter.com/Disneyland
twitter.com/DisneyLandToday
twitter.com/DisneyLandAP
twitter.com/DCAToday
twitter.com/DisneyParks
facebook.com/Disneyland
twitter.com/WaltDisneyWorld
facebook.com/WaltDisneyWorld

Disclosure: I was invited to Disney on The Road New York City. The comments and views are my own.

Take a swing at Krispy Kreme and get a free doughnut!

2013-06-13T16:03:00.001-04:00

Want a warm, fresh Krispy Kreme doughnut? How about a free one? Stop in to the indoor putting green at the Havertown Krispy Kreme and take a swing at their Hole in One contest. If you make a hole in one you win a free doughnut.

Have some fun along the US Open and put your golf skill to the test!

Try your luck in Havertown… Just a few minutes away from Merion Golf Club.

Facebook, @KrispyKremePHL

Twitter and @KrispyKremePhilly

Instagram,

website at www.krispykremephilly.com

Get your limited edition doughnut at their Philadelphia area Krispy Kreme locations, and try your golf swing out at their Havertown Location near the US Open.

Locations:

· Havertown

· Fox Chase

· Bensalem

· Collingswood, NJ

The Man of Steel Has a Heart Of Gold. My thoughts on the film screening, and Swag Giveaway

2013-06-13T10:53:00.006-04:00

Tuesday night I attended the screening for "Man of Steel" at a theater in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, I'd like to tell you all about the pre event, the zillion anxious people waiting on line for hours to see this film-but that's another post...

Luckily I was able to meander my way to the door and ask the security guard where the media rep was. It took some time and eventually I found my seat. Roll the film-please.

Man of Steel opens with Superman (Henry Cavill) as an infant with his parents, who are trying to save Cal (superman) from the war on his planet. His father (Russell Crowe) sends him to earth with all his hopes and dreams. His parents place him in a pod craft and send him out into the galaxy headed toward earth. He is found by a couple (Kevin Costner, Diane Lane) who raise him as their own. Do they know he has super powers? Where did he come from? Why is he here?

The beginning of the film is a bit of science fiction, but gives the story of Superman's birth and why he has the power to be Man of Steel. It was a good refresher for me and for a new generation of Superman fans.

On earth, Louis Lane (Amy Adams) encounters Superman at one of his many nomad lifestyle jobs he has though out the film. He moves from town to town, job to job always using a different name. He is a bit of an outcast on earth, not knowing what to do with his super powers until he needs them to save mankind.

At the end of the film, wait I'm not going to give the ending away-but I will tell you that I enjoyed the film and that there were a zillion people waiting on line and that tells me how excited people are to see the film.

He is a modern day Superman with modern day super powers. Yep, he still can stop a locomotive and lift up tall buildings, and is gorgeous. But, that's not what the film is about. It's about you and I and heart. The heart to live together, peacefully, and humbly.

looking for more? there are trailers for the movie here: http://manofsteel.warnerbros.com/index.html?video

About the Movie: From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes MAN OF STEEL. A young boy learns that he has extraordinary powers and is not of this Earth. As a young man, he journeys to discover where he came from and what he was sent here to do. But the hero in him must emerge if he is to save the world from annihilation and become the symbol of hope for all mankind.

Cast: Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe, Amy Adams, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane

Release Date:
06/14/2013

Rating: PG-13

Running Time: 148 m minutes

Go see it this weekend. It opens in theaters tomorrow-Friday June 14, 2013. Which is also Flag Day, a great day to see Man of Steel in action saving America.

Giveaway:

If your a Superman fan, you are right??? Leave a comment on this post for your chance to win one of two set of a Man of Steel T-shirt and Man of Steel Key Chain courtesy of Warner Bothers. Comments close on June 28,2013 at 12 midnight EST Earth time. Winner will be chosen by random.org. Please Leave your email in your comment. Winner will be notified by email. Each winner will be sent one t-shirt and one key chain, and one poster I got from the screening.

You can leave an extra comment for visiting these sites as well:

https://www.facebook.com/manofsteel

https://twitter.com/ManofSteelMovie

disclosure: I was given a media admission to this screening in order to write this review. The comments and vies are my own.

Get ready to keep allergies at bay with Children's Claritin everyday

2013-06-11T11:52:00.002-04:00

Have you been spending more time outdoors now that the weather is warmer? Lawns are a lush green and flowers are beautiful. But, kids are sneezing and have itchy watery eyes-including myself. Luckily we are stocked up on Children's Claritin.

Children's Claritin is the #1 pediatrician recommended, 24 hours, non-drowsy allergy medication. As the mom of two girls-I can say it works for them! They have indoor and outdoor allergies so they take Claritin year long-everyday.

As part of Children's Claritin Mom Meet-Up sponsored by Children's Claritin sharing about allergy relief and wellness is easy. I shared these eye packs from my Spring in Your Step program with other moms so they could give their kids relief from allergy eyes.

these eye packs can be used right out of the freezer or microwave for a warm pack.
Placing the eye packs on allergy irritated eyes can provide relief and keep kids from itchy their eyes, which makes the itching worse I have found.

We also looked over a checklist and tips for the year. It's a good reminder to: check your automobile to keep it as safe as can be, take a CPR class, visit your family doctor to keep on schedule of immunizations and check ups, go over home safety, keep medicine stored safely, keep sports equipment in good working order, also tips on Spring cleaning and allergy removal tips from http://www.claritin.com

Head outdoors and get active in this nice weather. 30 minutes of physical activity every day have great health benefits and can boost your energy levels and even keep your mood happy.

Take a walk, a bike ride or head to the park for some play time on the playground. Pack a healthy lunch and enjoy the spring time while keeping your allergies at bay with Claritin.

After a day of taking care of your family make time to take care of you with a Zen Moment.
You can meditate, light a candle in a scent you enjoy, read a book, spend some time in the sunlight while your body builds vitamin D, make a cup of tea, take a soothing lavender scented shower or bath, listen to your favorite music, whatever makes you relax and take some me time.

Have a great Spring and stay healthy!
visit http://www.claritn.com for tons of info and tips to manage your family allegies.-click on the kids tab.
visit them on Facebook for money saving coupons too. https://www.facebook.com/Claritin

disclosure; I was sent items to share as part of Children's Claritin Moms Crew. The comments and views are my very own.

Clean you dishes and dishwasher at the same time with new Cascade Platinum Pacs

2013-06-10T21:04:00.000-04:00

Do you feel like you are always in the kitchen? Cooking, cleaning, and taking out the recyclables and trash. I do. There are days that I run the dishwasher twice-how can that be? Who is using all these dishes? I am so glad to have a dishwasher, now if everyone could put there dirty dishes in the machine that would be nice-right!

I use Cascade Platinum in the dishwasher. I like the ease of dropping one pac in the dispenser, shut the door, turn on the timer and walk away. The plates come out clean, the glasses sparkle and the silverware is shiny.

Each Cascade Platinum pac provides:
grease fighting power of Dawn
fights tea and coffee stains
brilliant shine
virtually spotless dishes
tough food enzyme action-no pre rinse required
film prevention for sparkling machine
use one pac for each load

triple action formula to clean and shine your dishes
prevents hard water stains in your dishwasher
rinse aid action

(Make sure your hands aren't wet when you take one out of the bag, because they'll all stick together. I've done this more than once-after washing the sink dishes, and then loading the dishwasher with wet hands. So be sure you have dry hands when you take a pac out of the bag, otherwise they stick together and break open when you try to pull them apart. Seal the bag after you take a pac out to keep them fresh and dry.)

From the dirty dishes in the sink-to sparkling clean dishes after the dishwasher is done. Just pop a pac into the dispenser. It's pre measured and ready to use.

make the foundation for your food sparkle with Cascade Platinum pacs. See what Gail Simmons has to say about how important sparkly dishes are:

find Cascade on Facebook

Win a new Kitchen Aid Kitchen ^® and more!

Enter the Instagram contest-show cascade how your dishes sparkle by submitting your photos. For complete rules and details,head over to Instagram.
There are weekly prizes and a chance to win a Kitchen Aid ^® makeover.
Be sure you are a registered member of Instagram and be sure to tag your photos with #MyPlatinum and @Cascade to enter.

Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Cascade. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating

South Jersey gets it's own South Moon Under-just in time to head back to the jersey shore in style

2013-06-10T15:50:00.003-04:00

A few days ago I went to a grand opening for South Moon Under here in New Jersey. South Moon Under has opened a store in Marlton, at the Promenade at Sagemore. I was there as a blogger, and a shopper. Any purchases made that night were 20% off and also part of the purchase price was donated to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. (alexslemonade.org) It was a great night to shop!

Before I got married my family and I would go to Ocean City Maryland for Summer vacations. I always remember the South Moon Under store there, it was a must place to shop while we were in town. They had fashions and accessories not found in any other store, and are a perfect fit for New Jersey.

The grand opening offered free mini manicures by butter tm London, mini cupcakes, and honest tea refreshing cocktails. There was lively music, fashion show, and associates to help you with your shopping. It was packed with shoppers-and they were shopping, the line to try on clothing was almost wrapped around to the front of the store. That's a good sign of a great store. I bought a few birthday gifts while I was there.

From outfits, to swim wear, to shoes, to accessories, and even gifts, South Moon Under offers unique styles and home accessories from brands such as billabong, Stay Well Kept, Aid Through Trade, Sperry, Ray- Ban, Chinese Laundry, Havanas,Kenneth Cole, Ralph Lauren, Patagonia, Penguin, Toms,Roxy and many more of your favorite brands. For a complete list go to South Moon Under.com

Shop year round at South Moon Under, for yourself, gifts, for the family:

the long dresses are so in this year

shoes by Sperry and other famous designers

see the bottom shelf of shoes for litte ones ^

don't forget to check out the sale area too!

Find South Moon Under:

Promenade at Sagemore
Route 73 South
Marlton, New Jersey 08053

twitter: @SouthMoonUnder
southmoonunder.com
facebook.com/southmoonunder

Disclosure: I was invited to cover South Moon Under's Grand Opening. In exchange for my attendance I was given merchandise from the store and other merchants. The comments and views are my own.

If you like pink bras, and walking in the moonlight, if you are in to health, come join The Moon Walk and plan you route.

2013-06-10T09:41:00.002-04:00

Walk The Walk is bringing their iconic overnight power walk, The MoonWalk to New York City on July 20th at 10pm. You can sign up to participate in either walk: half moon 13.1 miles or full moon 26.2 miles. Grab your girlfriends to sign up with you and help raise money for Breast Cancer Screenings.

Presented by Empire BlueCross BlueShield, the overnight walk through New York City will begin with a participant opening ceremony celebration at Randall’s Island. Walkers will then depart, weaving through Manhattan past the city’s most iconic landmarks, lit up brightly at night.

Want to register? Head on over to MoonWalk web site to sign up and get more details.

Most of the fundraising from the MoonWalk NYC will be granted to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center to help support the Breast Examination Center in Harlem, one of the first free screening facilities for breast cancer in the country where 80% of patients are uninsured but guaranteed support and guidance.

Doesn't that look fun! Spend the night in New York City walking and talking with your friends, and make new ones along the way. At 10 PM on July 20, 2013 the walk will begin. Women will be walking together-wearing colorful bras! This is a walk to raise awareness, raise money, and to promote healthy lifestyles.

Remember to train safely, walk or run with someone, carry your ID, Phone, personal alarm, and notify police if you have any problems. If you don't have pockets on your Pink Bra outfit wear a "bum pack" around our waist to carry essentials with you.

check out the buzz on Twitter with hashtag #MoonWalkNYC

visit their Moon Walk's Web site for more info

Disclosure: I participated in this campaign for One2One Network. By posting, I am eligible for incentives. The comments and views are my own.

Monsters University want to school you- play Beastly Breakfast Blitz

2013-06-07T12:50:00.003-04:00

There's a new game in town!

click the link to play!
http://disney.go.com/monsters-university/monstersubreakfast/breakfastblitz.html

"Sofia the First" and "Jake and the Never Land Pirates" have special guests lined up for Summer

2013-06-07T12:12:00.005-04:00

Get ready for Summer TV fun with Disney Junior!

New Episodes of "Sofia the First" and "Jake and the Never Land Pirates" to Debut Throughout the Summer; see Disney Junior to Premiere Episodes a Week Before They Debut On-Air

Among the premieres are an episode of "Sofia the First" featuring Princess Jasmine, Friday, June 14 (9:30 a.m. ET/PT); Jerry O’Connell guest starring as a pirate genie in search of a treasure wishing well on "Jake and the Never Land Pirates," Friday, June 14; Jane Kaczmarek and Teri Hatcher recur in the roles Red Jessica and Beatrice Le Beak, respectively on "Jake and the Never Land Pirates," Friday, June 21; Viola Davis guest starring as Sofia's energetic Buttercup troop leader on "Sofia the First," Friday, July 26; and Megan Mullally guest stars as Miss Nettle, a new fairy teacher who Sofia quickly learns is up to no good, on "Sofia the First," Friday, August 23.

The series, starring Disney's first little girl princess, will air weekdays at 9:30 a.m. ET/PT and weekends at 8:30 a.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel and weeknights at 7:00 p.m. and weekends 5:30 p.m. on Disney Junior

Beginning Friday, June 14, parents and caregivers can log on to DisneyJunior.com/Summer and upload the photos of their child dressed as a pirate or princess for the chance to be featured as the "Pirate/Princess of the Day" on Disney Junior.

New this Summer, look for a full "Sofia the First" product line including apparel, home décor, toys and much more will launch at major retailers nationwide for the first time, along with an expanded product line for "Jake and the Never Land Pirates

MILLION DOLLAR ARM begins production starring Mad Men’s Jon Hamm.

2013-06-04T16:18:00.004-04:00

DISNEY’S “MILLION DOLLAR ARM” BEGINS PRODUCTION

set for 2014 release to theaters.

FILM SHOOTING IN INDIA, GEORGIA AND LOS ANGELES

Based on a true story, Disney’s “Million Dollar Arm” follows JB Bernstein, a once-successful sports agent who now finds himself edged out by bigger, slicker competitors. He and his partner Aash (Aasif Mandvi) will have to close their business down for good if JB doesn’t come up with something fast.

Late one night, while watching cricket being played in India on TV, JB comes up with an idea so radical it just might work. Why not go to there and find the next baseball pitching sensation? Setting off for Mumbai with nothing but a gifted but cantankerous scout (Alan Arkin) in tow, JB stages a televised, nationwide competition called “Million Dollar Arm” where 40,000 hopefuls compete before two 18-year-old finalists, Rinku and Dinesh (Suraj Sharma, Madhur Mittal), emerge as winners. JB brings them back to the United States to train with legendary pitching coach Tom House (Bill Paxton). The goal: get the boys signed to a major league team.

Not only is the game itself difficult to master, but life in the U.S. with a committed bachelor makes things even more complicated—for all of them. While Rinku and Dinesh learn the finer points of baseball and American culture, they in turn teach JB the true meaning of teamwork and commitment. Ultimately, what began as a purely commercial venture becomes something more and leads JB to find the one thing he was never looking for at all—a family.

How To Childproof Your Home from The Home Safety Guru, Louie Delaware

2013-06-04T13:17:00.002-04:00

Have you ever looked at your house from your child's view? I mean have you ever shrunk yourself down to you child's size and see what they see? Well, those are the areas you should see. Why? Because that's the place you and I don't see potential dangers to children.

Outlet covers are not at my eye level, but they are at a toddlers eye level. A simple fix is outlet covers. How about all the electrical cords hanging from tables, televisions, computers, and appliances? Those are probably at a child's height too. There are simple ways to secure wires, do you know how?

Room by room there are so many objects and areas parents and caregivers need to make safe our children. Where do I start? How about a book? A reference book to be exact.

The Home Safety Guru’s Definitive Guide On
How To Childproof Your Home™
Making Your Home Safe And Secure For Little Ones by Louie Delaware is now available.

If you are a parent, expectant parent, even a relative of children, then this is a book you need.

The book is a guidance/reference on how you can make your home safer for your children. Louie Delaware is a father of 2, married and lives outside Boulder Colorado with his family.
He has over 10 years of experience and has helped over 1500 families childproof their homes. He is an Advanced Certified Professional Childproofer® expert.

His book covers all the areas and rooms in your home. Room by room, object by object you will read how to make your home safer and less stressful, even when you visit other homes.

Each time we went to visit a relatives house I make a quick survey of the rooms, I tried to put the nick knacks up higher, and keep a close eye on the kids. It is stressful to be in a house with so many potential dangers.

Louie Delaware provides a checklist for you to go over every room in your house to childproof. For example what about your entertainment center? Electrical wires, unsecured televisions, DVD players, game systems, all those items can be secured, but how? The answers are in the book. Chapter by chapter offers photos and detailed information on how to make your home safer for your children.

I think this book is great for a baby shower gift, new parents, and even give a copy to the grandparents. We may all overlook the obvious potential dangers in our house, and this book is a good reference and reminder to check those areas.

How about your home office? This is an area full of danger, but you can childproof it easily and make it safer for your little ones.

He offers simple fixes that don't require special tools and won't make your house look unattractive.
Homes today have wide open stair ways, lots of hard surfaces, and much more electronic equipment that older houses. Use the checklist and childproof your home and make it as safe as you can for your little ones.

The book also covers areas of outdoor spaces, pets and critters, special needs children, even rental cars. Read about airplane travel and hotel accommodations. Did you know a role of duct tape is great for securing dresser drawers, toilet seat lids, shower doors, and more in a hotel room. Simple fixes for your stay away from home. Take safety with you wherever you go or stay.

At the back of the book there are reference pages for places to buy safety equipment and other safety resources.

The Home Safety Guru’s^® Guide to Childproofing Your Home covers a broad range of topics, including:

Statistics and information on how kids get hurt
A checklist to determine which items in your home are dangerous and why
How best to keep stairs and certain areas and rooms off limits
Common sense suggestions for making the home environment safer, many without childproofing devices
Recommendations for specific childproofing products
A list of safety and fire preparedness tips
How to deal with a wide range of environmental hazards found in many homes
Clear How-To Installation tips, in plain English, designed to work with the manufacturer’s instructions, because we all know how vague or unclear those instructions can be
Dealing with special-needs children
Hidden dangers when traveling or visiting friends’ or Grandma’s homes
And many more items

This book is a parent’s one-stop essential resource to create a safe environment toddlers and a less stressful life for themselves.

For more information about Louie’s book, go to www.HowToChildproofYourHome.com

Louie Delaware, The Home Safety Guru^® is a Licensed General Contractor, an Advanced Certified Professional Childproofer®, a Certified Aging In Place Specialist®, Certified Radon Mitigator along with other safety certifications. Louie’s book, The Home Safety Guru’s Definitive Guide On How To Childproof Your Home is available at Amazon in Kindle and print versions at www.HowToChildproofYourHome.com. For more information about Louie Delaware, go to his web site, www.TheHomeSafetyGuru.com.

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Disclosure: I was given a copy of How to Childproof Your Home for this review. The comments and views are my own.

Disney Planes new coloring Free printables for Summer Long fun

2013-06-04T11:33:00.000-04:00

Get ready for the arrival of Disney's Planes on August 9, 2013 in theaters with these free coloring sheets. I like to pint out extra copies to keep on hand for inside days, to take along to occupy the kids during waits at restaurants or anywhere that's a long wait.

Make it colorful by printing the sheets out on fun summer colored paper. You can buy colored paper at any office supply store, even dollar type stores often have packs of colored paper.

Click the image to go to Disney's Planes printable coloring sheets

Disney’s PLANES on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DisneyPlanes

Disney’s PLANES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DisneyPictures

website: www.disney.com/Planes

Disney’s PLANES releases in theaters everywhere on August 9th!

Disclosure: Material provided by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

Disney’s PLANES new trailer is here!

2013-06-03T16:59:00.005-04:00

From above the world of “Cars” comes “Disney’s Planes,” an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty’s not exactly built for racing—and he happens to be afraid of heights.

So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty’s courage is put to the ultimate test as he aims to reach heights he never dreamed possible, giving a spellbound world the inspiration to soar. “Disney’s Planes” takes off in theaters on Aug. 9, 2013.
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want to hang out:

“Like” Disney’s PLANES on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DisneyPlanes

"Follow" Disney’s PLANES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DisneyPictures

Visit the website: www.disney.com/Planes

Giveaway of Rita's Italian Water Ice. Rita's Fund of Hope needs lots of lemons, can you help out?

2013-06-03T15:00:00.001-04:00

Disclosure: I was sent materials and coupons good for free Rita's Italian Ice. The comments and views are my own.

The last few days have been hot, darn hot and humid. Monday has brought us rain, grey skies, and humidity. School days are winding down and vacations are on the horizon. Moms and Dads are making arrangements to travel, pack, and get out of town for a get away. What are your plans for this Summer?

June is not only for vacations but for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer. From June 5 through June 18 you can buy a paper lemon for Rita's Fund of Hope. These funds will ensure that the travel needs of families whose children are battling cancer are met. Rita's goal is to raise $1 million over the next two years. Buy a paper lemon and help out the travel needs of these families. You can also text a one time donation of $5.00 to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.(details at Rita's locations)

Since 2006 Rita's Italian Ice has supported Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation . Over the past 7 years with help from loyal guest such as yourself they have raised over $3.5 million be selling $1 paper lemons that are proudly displayed on their "Wall of Hope".

On your travels to the store or the shore this June, remember to stop at Rita's Italian Ice to cool off and purchase a paper lemon to help families with children battling cancer. Try their new frozen Lemonades-a refreshing blend of Alex's Lemonade Ice combined with your favorite Italian Ice.

closed:And if you need a little help remembering to put your turn signal on and stop at Rita's, they would like to give one lucky reader a 4 pack of free regular Rita's Italian Ice. One winner will be sent one 4 pack. Giveaway closes June 9, 2013 at 12 midnight. Winner will be chosen by random.org.

How to enter: Leave a comment on this post telling me if you plan or have visited Rita's and purchased a paper lemon.
You can also leave separate comment for visiting any of the sites below, and/or sharing this post using the share buttons.

Keep cool with Rita's:

http://www.facebook.com/AlexsLemonade
http://www.twitter.com/AlexsLemonade
http://www.pinterest.com/AlexsLemonade
http://www.facebook.com/RitasItalianIceCompany
http://twitter.com/RitasItalianIce
http://pinterest.com/ritasice/

Join Rita's Birthday Club for free treats on your birthday:

http://www.ritasice.com/events-and-promotions/birthday-club.aspx

Giveaway: News-O-Matic Daily Newspaper app for kids goodie bag

2013-05-30T18:03:00.002-04:00

Disclosure: I was given a News-O-Matic goodie bag in order to write this review. The comments and views are my own.

The Past few months have been full of natural and man made news that is not so easy for our kids to understand. We may shelter them from the TV and radio news so they aren't confused or scared by these events, yet we don't want them to hear about events from friends or even passerby.

For news of good or bad, News-O-Matic lets kids 7-10 years of age read about events and newsworthy happenings in a way they can relate. It also gives them good reading skills, knowledge of current events, and topics to converse about with family around the dinner table.

Each issue has five stories and includes games, puzzles, maps to show location of stories,timeline of history and images and videos. Kids can visit the "newsroom" to ask or draw questions related to the stories. Each issue is ad free.

It's fun for the kids to read each day and be able to talk about news with them. They look forward to reading the news and are learning global as well as country news. Just download the app and let the kids have their own "newspaper" on the go or on the couch at home. Don't be surprised if you find yourself reading it also.

News-O-Matic is an educational news app that covers breaking news, sports, science and much more in an accessible and kid-friendly way.

available for the iPad or iPad Mini in the Apple App Store

News-O-Matic gives children the opportunity to explore the latest current events through the app, while also giving them a voice to express their views. Children can interact with the Editor-in-Chief by rating stories, drawing pictures, asking questions or expressing opinions about current topics in the “News Room” section of the app.

tips from Dr. Phyllis Ohr, Child Psychologist for Press4Kids, on how parents can address news issues with children and what children can do to feel better:

1. When the event does not personally affect the child, reassure them that everything is okay with the people they love and that nothing has changed for them.

2. Be sure to stress to children that if they do have questions to ask parents, teachers as well as friends. Other children having the same feelings may be comforting.

3. Begin by giving the child a brief synopsis of what happened by using age appropriate language. Ask if there is something they want to know more about or if they need something explained further. If so, stick to pointedly answering their question or clarifying. Do not add on or digress.

4. Do not assume the news will make children feel a certain way. Ask if they know how they feel, but stress that kids feel all different ways when they hear important news and sometimes do not know how they feel or do not feel anything which is okay. However, if children are affected by it, it is their own feeling. Reassure children that no matter what they are feeling, their feelings are okay.

5. If they are upset but don't want to talk, suggest a fun activity for distraction or help them use calming skills like playing, drawing a picture or writing a story. These activities help release any upset feelings and make children feel better.
stay in touch with press4kids:

www.press4kids.com.
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closed/Giveaway: For your chance to win a News-O-Matic goodie bag, featuring a $10 iTunes gift card, backpack, hats, water bottle and an iPad screen cleaner. Please leave a comment on this post. Be sure to leave your email address.One winner will be chosen by random.org. Comments close on June 7, 2013 at 12 midnight EST.

"After Earth" screening review. Opens in theaters tomorrow 5/31

2013-05-30T16:13:00.002-04:00

Disclosure: I attended this screening with a media pass. The comments and views are my own.

Wednesday night I went to an advanced screening to see the film "After Earth" staring Will Smith and his son Jaden Smith. As in real life, in the movie they are father and son.

First of all- the thought of "After Earth" is a bit scary-right. In the film they crash land on "Earth" but it is not earth as we know it now. It's only animals, people are not there-here. Cypher (Wil Smith) is the General and his son Kitai Raige (Jaden Smith) is training to be a ranger.

There are some parts of the film that are startling. I saw a few people including myself do one of those yikes moments caught off guard a few times during the film. watch the trailer below to see a bit of the film.

The film has a great story of Father/Son relationships, but the part I took most out of the movie was how Kitai's dad tells him about fear and danger. Fear is not real, it is not here, but danger is. Kitai has to overcome fear in order to save his father and self after the aircraft they are traveling in crashes onto earth. Perhaps we all should heed that lesson-and not let fear be a part of our lives.

The film opens Friday May 31, 2013, It's a hot weekend so go cool off at the theater. It's also near Father's day, take your Dad to see the film.

Kitai Raige (Jaden Smith) is training to be a great Ranger like his father Cypher (Will Smith). He has immense talent and skill, but his strained relationship with his father has also left him reckless and angry. When a crash landing leaves Kitai and a wounded Cypher stranded on Earth, 1,000 years after events forced humanity's escape, father and son must learn to listen and to trust one another in order to survive and signal for help.

Cast:Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Zoe Kravitz, Isabelle Fuhrman

Release Date:
5/31/2013

Rating: PG-13

Running Time: 100 m minutes

Website:
http://www.afterearth.com/site/

About the Movie:Kitai Raige (Jaden Smith) is training to be a great Ranger like his father Cypher (Will Smith). He has immense talent and skill, but his strained relationship with his father has also left him reckless and angry. When a crash landing leaves Kitai and a wounded Cypher stranded on Earth, 1,000 years after events forced humanity's escape, father and son must learn to listen and to trust one another in order to survive and signal for help.

Cast:Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Zoe Kravitz, Isabelle Fuhrman

Release Date:
5/31/2013

Rating: PG-13

Running Time: 100 m minutes

web site http://www.afterearth.com/site/

Join Caillou for fun and crafts this Saturday

2013-05-30T15:12:00.001-04:00

Giveaway: New Koru™ Creamy Style Yoghurt-Yep, spelled with an h.

2013-05-29T15:59:00.005-04:00

Disclousre: I was sent free coupons from Koru Dairy. The comments and views are my own.

I am just back from the grocery store with my youngest. Both my girls are at the age where they can cook and clean. I see the cooking in action everyday-cleaning not so much. We unloaded the cotton reusable bags-I like to be able to run them through the washer from time to time.

The girls are stocked up on fresh fruits, Salmon, and whatever else was on the two lists-one from each girl. We also came home with Koru™ Yoghurt. I was glad to finally find this at Shop Rite.
Someone already depleted the stock in the fridge while I was typing this post. I'll be adding Koru™ Yoghurt to our weekly list (s).

What is Koru? It is creamery style Yoghurt. yes, there is an h in yoghurt. This yoghurt is making it's way into grocery stores on the East Coast currently. Koru is a silky smooth yoghurt, made with real ingredients like Grade A skin milk, cream, and fruit. It comes in a see-through container so you can see the fruit and creamery style yoghurt inside.

So what's with the h in yoghurt? head over to korudairy.com to find out.

Koru™ Yoghurt is available in five flavors
pomegranate + cherry
strawberry+goji
peach
passion fruit
mango

Look for it in most major grocery stores like A&P, ShopRite, Waldbaum, Food Emprouium, Acme, and Kings. It sells for around $1.49 each 5.3 ounce container.

Closed/Want to try two flavors for free? Leave a comment on this post telling me if you have seen Koru hanging out in your grocery store and did you pile some into your cart.
Comments close on June 1, 2013 at 12 noon EST. One lucky person (that leaves a comment) will be sent two coupons each good for one package of Koru. winner will be notified by email, so leave your address!

Hang out with the herd at Koru:

korudairy.com
facebook.com/korudairy
twitter.com/korudairy

New video clip: Monsters University - It All Began Here

2013-05-28T20:09:00.005-04:00

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY releases in theaters on June 21, get your sneak peak right now:

about the movie:

Ever since college-bound Mike Wazowski (voice of Billy Crystal) was a little monster, he has dreamed of becoming a Scarer —and he knows better than anyone that the best Scarers come from Monsters University (MU). But during his first semester at MU, Mike’s plans are derailed when he crosses paths with hotshot James P. Sullivan, “Sulley” (voice of John Goodman), a natural-born Scarer. The pair’s out-of-control competitive spirit gets them both kicked out of the University’s elite Scare Program. To make matters worse, they realize they will have to work together, along with an odd bunch of misfit monsters, if they ever hope to make things right.

Screaming with laughter and oozing with heart, Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters University” is directed by Dan Scanlon (“Cars,” “Mater and the Ghostlight,” “Tracy”), produced by Kori Rae (“Up,” “The Incredibles,” “Monsters, Inc.”) and features music from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and award-winning composer Randy Newman (“Monsters, Inc.,” “Toy Story 3”). The film opens in U.S. theaters on June 21, 2013, and will be shown in 3D in select theaters.

hang out with Monster U:

Website: disney.com/MonstersU

Facebook: facebook.com/PixarMonstersUniversity

Twitter: twitter.com/disneypixar

South Moon Under invites you to their Grand Opening in Marlton, New Jersey benefiting Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

2013-05-24T12:36:00.003-04:00

South Moon Under clothing retailer invites you to it's grand opening in Martlon, New Jersey. Since 1968 their small surf shack has grown into sophisticated, upscale clothing. They now have 18 stores in the mid Atlantic region. Their mission is to inspire self expression through the art of fashion. Visit them in store and online at www.southmoonunder.com

South Moon Under, SJ Magazine and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) will host the official South Jersey ALSF National Lemonade Days kick-off celebration with the grand opening of the new South Moon Under store in Marlton, NJ,

Thursday, June 6, 6 - 9pm

South Moon Under - Promenade at Sagemore

500 Rt. 73 South

Marlton, NJ 08053

Bloggers interested should RSVP to

jessica@neuprofile.com to be on the list for attending and gift bag.

The first 50 attendees will recievie an exclusive swag bag of fashion and accessory goodies and featuring in-store product giveaways, lemonade cocktails by Honest Tea and mini manicures by Butter London.

Mark you calendar for this great way to help Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and get you wardrob ready for Summer time.

The event will donate a percentage of proceeds from the evening's purchases to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, an organization that emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of cancer patient Alexandra "Alex" Scott (1996-2004). In 2000, 4-year-old Alex announced that she wanted to hold a lemonade stand to raise money to help find a cure for all children with cancer.

Since Alex held that first stand, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a national fundraising movement, complete with thousands of supporters across the country carrying on her legacy of hope.

National Lemonade Days is a three day national event that grew out of Alex's front yard lemonade stand, and is held every year over the same June weekend. During Lemonade Days, dedicated volunteers host thousands of Alex's Lemonade Stands across the country, raising over $1 million for childhood cancer research in one weekend.

June 2013 will mark the 10th Annual Lemonade Days with an estimated 10,000 volunteers at over 2,000 Alex's Lemonade Stands and events around the nation making a difference for children with cancer.

"DELIVERY MAN' from DreamWorks sneak peak is here and in theaters 11/22

2013-05-23T22:52:00.004-04:00

Enter for a chance to deliver the perfect Father’s Day gift to your dad. Share your funniest photos of your father via Twitter and Instagram for a chance to win a 50' TV and other great prizes.

enter here:

https://www.facebook.com/DeliveryManMovie/app_205085179639363

wanna hang out?

Facebook: Facebook.com/DeliveryManMovie

Twitter: @DeliveryManFilm

Pinterest: Pinterest.com/DeliveryManFilm

Instagram: DeliveryManMovie

Disney Junior's "That's Fresh: For Kids is on every morning with Chef Helen Cavallo

2013-05-23T22:44:00.003-04:00

"That's Fresh: For Kids," a new version of the popular Disney Junior Night Light cooking series "That's Fresh," with new episodes debuting every morning on Disney Channel throughout the week.

Hosted by Chef Helen Cavallo, the series encourages young viewers to play an active role in the cooking process and imparts the importance of healthy eating habits.

· In each episode, Cavallo prepares simple and nutritious recipes that require no sharp objects or cooking so that young viewers at home can safely assist their parents or caregivers.

· Featured recipes include Veggie Rolls, Fruit Kabobs, Trail Mix, Berry Pops and Doc McStuffins' No Bake Muffins.

· All "That's Fresh: For Kids" recipes are Mickey Check-approved. Foods that receive the Mickey Check meet Disney Nutrition Guidelines that limit calories, saturated fat, sodium and sugar.

All Disney Junior Night Light content is produced by Disney Interactive Family and the block is sponsored by Babble, Disney's leading parenting blog platform.

Did you notice that Chick-fil-A® has new salads? Want to know what's in them?

2013-05-23T20:51:00.001-04:00

Did you notice that Chick-fil-A® has new salads? Three to be exact, and the side salad is new too, so that makes four. I was invited to a blogger lunch at Chick-fil-A® in Exton, Pennsylvania to try all three new salads. Of course we did not eat all three salads at once, but sampling them was delicious and we all brought leftovers home. I am not sure who ate the leftover salads at my house, but they were eaten the same day.

The new salads are packed, honestly packed with so many fresh ingredients. All chopped, cut and prepared fresh daily. We got a behind the scenes look at how the salads are made, and it looks like a salad bar almost. One nice woman was making all the salads for the day.

Back to our salad tasting:

Salad #1 Chick-fil-A® Grilled Market Salad: Grilled chicken breast served on a fresh bed of chopped greens, carrots, red cabbage, blue cheese, apples, strawberries, blueberries, and served with Harvest Nut Granola, Roasted Nut Blend, and a zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette or your choice of dressing.

this salad is my favorite-in fact I brought one home for dinner tonight since I was out doing errands and the family is running here and there.

Salad #2 Chick-fil-A® Asian Salad: Chick-fil-A Nuggets, sliced and served hot on greens, shredded red cabbage, carrots, Mandarin oranges, Honey Thai Almonds, Chinese Garlic and Ginger won tons, and Honey Sesame Dressing or your choice of dressing.

I like the warm Chick-fil-A® nugget on the salad, and this one was full of so many different flavors.

Salad #3 Chick-fil-A® Cobb Salad: this salad has warm nuggets on bed of fresh greens, red cabbage, carrots, roasted corn kernels, blend of shredded Monterrey Jack and Cheddar Cheeses, crumbled bacon, diced eggs, grape tomatoes, charred tomato crispy red bell peppers and Avocado Lime Ranch dressing or you choice of dressing.

I am not a fan of bacon or eggs, I know can you imagine, but this one was really good.I was surprised I liked it. It had a nice smokey flavor, and I liked the roasted corn kernels with the other ingredients.

We did not sample the side salad, but this a favorite of my husbands. It has greens, red cabbage, carrots, cheese, tomatoes, dressing. and charred tomato crispy red bell peppers.

Are you ready to try one of the new salads from Chick-fil-A®? ( just for your info, they have chocolate chip cookies that are um, really good too, and new ice dream sundaes)

www.cfarestaurant.com/lionville is in Exton Pennsylvania.
for the month of May buy any catering tray and receive one of their new salads or wraps FREE. call 610-594-2070 to order your tray.

In July they will be having a special for active military members so visit their web site for details.

If you don't live near this location visit http://www.chick-fil-a.com/ to locate a restaurant near you. This special is only good at the Lionville location, but ask about specials in your area.

You can also sign kids 2-12 up for Chick-fil-A® Birthday club and kids get a special gift for their Birthday. check with your local Chick-fil-A®.

Disclosure: I was invited to a blogger lunch by Chick-fil-A® to try the new salads. The comments and views are my own.

It's a boat, It's a duck, it's Tuckerton Seaport flying high with the traditions of Barnegat Bay in New Jersey

2013-05-22T10:11:00.001-04:00

Sunday morning we headed east to Tuckerton, New Jersey to attend a Bluegrass and BBQ. Even though we are New Jersey residents, we had not been to Tuckerton before. What were we waiting for? This place is beyond cool.

Upon arriving we meet fellow bloggers in the Hunting Shanty, also known as Barnegat Bay Decoy Museum This shanty is full of hand carved duck decoys and history of duck hunting.

Next we all headed over to the visitor's center which houses the gift shop. We trekked down the steps for Todd's Musical Petting Zoo where kids and parents could play musical instruments. There were craft tables and Adventure Aquarium and Watershed Ambassadors and a few other information booths.
Yes I know that is a lot of ands.
We had so much fun with the instruments,and visiting the tables of the environmental groups.

After that we walked around outside, listened to bluegrass music, ate BBQ lunch, and meet back up as a group for our tour.

We learned about the seaport, the lighthouse, the Surf Museum, played miniature golf, learned about ship building, and it's a boat, it's a duck- duck boat. The duck boats are sneak boats for duck hunting. They are made to float in low waters and be really quiet.

The Seaport is home to New Jersey Surf Museum. Fisherman would clam in the morning in Barnegat Bay and then surf in the afternoon in the ocean. They even used Mom's ironing board as a surf board.

Sneak Boat for duck hunting

Next up was duck magnet making and a trip to the gift shop.

I can hardly wait to go back to Tuckerton Seaport. Totally awesomeness day.

Oh, do you want to go?

Well on June 8, 2013 it's Privateers and Prates Fest. Enjoy the crew of the Valhalla Pirates, Games, crafts costume contest, food, crafts, vendors, boat rides, boat building, decoy carving.

Admission is $8 adults, 6-12 $5 and under 5 Free. Members are Free.
www.TuckertonSeaport.org is where you'll find a great bunch of info. like the 2013 Seaport Festivals and Events Calendar. It's a year round place with events going on most weekends, even Halloween and Christmas events. How pretty would that be at Christmas.

You can help the seaport recover from Super Storm Sandy and keep the seaport going:

Coming this Summer, Bid to Show Support Online Auction for Tuckerton Seaport www.biddingforgood.com/tuckertonsearport

Thank you to Joey Fortman of Real Mom Media for hosting this super duper fun day, and Stephanie Glover of A Grande Life. One I won't forget and we will be heading back to Tuckerton Seaport. hey, maybe I'll see ya there Mattie...

Type this into your GPS:

Tuckerton Seaport
120 West Main Street
Tuckerton New Jersey 08087
609-296-8868

upcoming events 2013

Baymen's Seafood and Music Festival June 22 &23
Red Wine & Blues June 29
Antique Classic Boat Show September 7 & 8
Antique Car and truck Show September 21
Decoy and Gunning Show Sept 28 & 29
Haunted Seaport October 24, 25, 26
Christkindlmarkt December 6,7,8

The Seaport is open all year.
Live animals
Boardwalk
Nature Trail
Historic Mini Golf Course
Jersey Shore Folk life Center
Festivals
Events
NJ Surf Museum
Environmental Displays
Historic Exhibits
Artistic Demos
Gift Shop
Boat Rides
Tucker's Island Lighthouse
Boat Works
Restaurant
Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve
yeah, there is more there than this.

Disclosure: I was compensated for my travel and time for this event, the comments and views are my very own honest opinion.