Reviews

Netflix – Helping to Bring Books to Life Netflix – Helping to Bring Books to Life

Not only do my kids love watching movies but they’re also avid readers.... 

Unlimited Plans from WalMart’s Family Mobile (Update) Unlimited Plans from WalMart’s Family Mobile (Update)

I am a member of the Collective Bias®  Social Fabric® Community.  This... 

Motorola MT350R Two-Way Radio Motorola MT350R Two-Way Radio

You may be asking yourself . . . in this world of cellular phones why would... 

Energizer: Preventing Kids from Ingesting Harmful Batteries (Giveaway) Energizer: Preventing Kids from Ingesting Harmful Batteries (Giveaway)

For some kids, batteries hold a certain kind of mystery. They’re not... 

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Giveaways

Keurig & NEW Lipton K-Cups – Perfect for the Holidays (Giveaway) Keurig & NEW Lipton K-Cups – Perfect for the Holidays (Giveaway)

I’ve always been more of a coffee drinker but thanks to the new Lipton... 

VTech InnoTab 3S – The WiFi Learning Tablet (Giveaway) VTech InnoTab 3S – The WiFi Learning Tablet (Giveaway)

With the holidays fast approaching it’s time to start making those lists... 

Magna Color for the Technology Generation (Giveaway) Magna Color for the Technology Generation (Giveaway)

Who says you have to choose between good old fashioned imaginative toys and... 

Mega Bloks: Barbie® Build ‘n Play Super Star Stage (Giveaway) Mega Bloks: Barbie® Build ‘n Play Super Star Stage (Giveaway)

This is the third Barbie® Mega Bloks playset that we’ve had the opportunity... 

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Daily Life

Fukuoka Grand Sumo Tournament Fukuoka Grand Sumo Tournament

Another thing to cross off my Bucket List.         Share and Enjoy: Read More →

WW: Blessed to step aboard The Hokule’a WW: Blessed to step aboard The Hokule’a

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Osaka Castle Osaka Castle

When we first started flying to Japan there were two things I couldn’t wait to see . . . Cherry Blossoms and the Osaka Castle. Now I can cross both of them off my list. Since I usually do not do Osaka flights I knew that despite the intense Summer heat I would need to make the trek to Chuo-ku to see this beautiful structure. The construction... [Read more of this category]

Happy Family’s Stories from the Bright Side Contest Happy Family’s Stories from the Bright Side Contest

When it comes to young kids and food, you know that every family has a funny story to share. So when SocialMoms asked me to participate in a sponsored campaign for Happy Family I knew I could find lots of examples to share. I mean . . . 3 girls means 3 times the stories! And even though my girls are a little older now, one incident does come... [Read more of this category]

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Living Hawaii

The Perfect Summer Day at Kane’ohe Sandbar The Perfect Summer Day at Kane’ohe Sandbar

It was the perfect sunny Summer day. What better way to spend it than a boat... 

Open Your Heart for Special Olympics Hawai‘i Open Your Heart for Special Olympics Hawai‘i

Starting Jan. 14, City Mill Company, Ltd. employees will pour their hearts... 

Cooke Foundation Beautification Award Recognizes Three O’ahu Schools Cooke Foundation Beautification Award Recognizes Three O’ahu Schools

The Cooke Foundation announced today the three recipients for its 2013 Cooke... 

Millions in college scholarships available to Hawai‘i Students Millions in college scholarships available to Hawai‘i Students

For more than 30 years, Hawai’i Community Foundation has provided Hawai’i's... 

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Promotions

Sponsored Video: Holiday Inn Hotels Sponsored Video: Holiday Inn Hotels

As a flight attendant, I think I know a thing or two about hotels . . . the... 

Netflix and National Bullying Prevention Month Netflix and National Bullying Prevention Month

Bullying is a topic that’s near and dear to my heart. Not only have... 

Free Birds Opens in Theaters November 1st Free Birds Opens in Theaters November 1st

In this hilarious, adventurous buddy comedy for audiences of all ages, directed... 

Sponsored Video: Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Cereal Sponsored Video: Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Cereal

“This post is sponsored by Kellogg’s” Kellogg’s Rice... 

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Parenting Tips & Resources

Preschool Readiness with Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Preschool Readiness with Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood

A child’s formal learning begins in kindergarten, but preparation for school and learning starts much earlier. Teachers’ report that their primary concerns about children’s readiness for school center around social behaviors and skills such as being able to articulate wants and thoughts, not disrupting the class, following directions, problem... [Read more of this category]

10 Tips for National Bullying Prevention Month 10 Tips for National Bullying Prevention Month

Bullying is an epidemic that impacts children of all ages. It reaches its peak in middle school, where 44 percent of schools report at least one incidence of bullying each week. In reality, the real number of incidents is likely much higher: children (and adults) often fail to report ongoing bullying because of fear appearing “uncool,” or... [Read more of this category]

Eye Safety and UV Protection: Questions and Answers Eye Safety and UV Protection: Questions and Answers

Sunglasses and Children: 1.    How can I protect an infant’s eyes from the sun? There are a few great styles available for infants. These sunglasses are generally designed to fit ages 0-2. 2.    How young should children start wearing sunglasses? Since UV exposure is cumulative, it’s never too early or too late to start protecting eyes.... [Read more of this category]

Protect Your Children’s Eyes by Wearing Sunglasses Protect Your Children’s Eyes by Wearing Sunglasses

Whenever I’m out in the sun I always make sure I have my sunglasses with me. However, it never occurred to me to bring along my kids’ sunglasses as well. Research shows that more than 40 percent of parents don’t proactively ensure their children wear UV protective sunglasses – the most effective tool for blocking damaging UVA and... [Read more of this category]

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