Reviews

Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game

If you haven’t yet heard of the mega popular game, Angry Birds, you... 

Iron Man 3 in Theaters Now! Iron Man 3 in Theaters Now!

I have to admit that I’ve never seen an Iron Man movie before or really... 

We Sing Pop! for Wii We Sing Pop! for Wii

Since my kids are basically hams and love to show off their talents . . . they... 

It’s Movie Time with Big G and DreamWorks Animation It’s Movie Time with Big G and DreamWorks Animation

Some of our family’s favorite movies come from DreamWorks Animation studios... 

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Giveaways

Bathtime with Caillou (Giveaway) Bathtime with Caillou (Giveaway)

  Kacie grew up watching Caillou and his daily adventures with his family.... 

Les Miserables now on Movies on Demand (Giveaway) Les Miserables now on Movies on Demand (Giveaway)

I have to admit that when I first went to see this movie I didn’t know... 

Kraft Macaroni & Cheese . . . You Know You Love It! (Giveaway) Kraft Macaroni & Cheese . . . You Know You Love It! (Giveaway)

Kraft Macaroni & Cheese . . . it’s pretty much a staple in our home.... 

iLearn ‘N’ Play by AppStart Learning (Giveaway) iLearn ‘N’ Play by AppStart Learning (Giveaway)

Since my kids love playing on their iPhones and iPads, we’re always... 

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Daily Life

A Visit to Brisbane, Australia A Visit to Brisbane, Australia

On my first trip to Brisbane, Australia I had no idea where to go or what to do. Luckily, some of my flight attendant friends helped me out with great suggestions. Here are some of them: A visit to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Where I got to hold a real live Koala Bear! And feed a very sleepy kangaroo Rode the free ferry to South Bank Parklands To... [Read more of this category]

Exploring the Island of Hokkaido, Japan Exploring the Island of Hokkaido, Japan

Hokkaido is Japan’s second largest island and is also the largest and northernmost of Japan’s 47 prefectures. The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaido from Honshu,although the two islands are connected by the underwater railway Seikan Tunnel. The largest city on Hokkaido is its capital, Sapporo, which is also its only ordinance-designated... [Read more of this category]

So nice to be home So nice to be home

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Ofuna Kannon in Kamakura Japan Ofuna Kannon in Kamakura Japan

On a recent trip to Haneda Japan, some of my crew members and I decided to expose ourselves to a little Japanese culture and take a trip to Kamakura where the Ofuna Kannon (Goddess of Mercy) is located. The Ofuna Kannon, is a Buddhist temple that features a 25 meter tall 1,900 ton reinforced concrete statue of Kan’non which is dedicated... [Read more of this category]

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Living Hawaii

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... 

Ward Centers Lights Up the Season With Additional Holiday Events and Activities Ward Centers Lights Up the Season With Additional Holiday Events and Activities

This holiday season, locals and visitors have more reasons to ring in their... 

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Promotions

The Clorox Ick-tionary The Clorox Ick-tionary

  “This blog post is part of a paid SocialMoms and Clorox blogging... 

The Healthing Campaign with LYSOL The Healthing Campaign with LYSOL

As a flight attendant, I’m always aware of germs lurking around me.... 

Sponsored Video: Samsung’s “Easy In – Easy Out” Refrigerator Sponsored Video: Samsung’s “Easy In – Easy Out” Refrigerator

So what happens when a bunch of cute little monkeys decide that they’re... 

Pampers & The Children’s Place Play Date Pin Party! Pampers & The Children’s Place Play Date Pin Party!

Celebrate this Valentine’s Day with a play date that you and the kids... 

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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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