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January 5th, 2007

25 Ways to Clean With Vinegar

This post is for my mom.  She wanted me to write one about the many uses of vinegar. 
It definitely pays to have some vinegar around the house.  I need to go to the store to stock up on vinegar and baking soda.  I’ve had a mustard stain that won’t come out of my daughter’s clothes.  I […]

By Karen -- 17 comments

December 28th, 2006

Ten Ways to Clean With Baking Soda

Baking soda is an inexpensive cleaning tool.  It is safe to use and gentle on your skin.  This is important for me, since I have terrible eczema.  Looks like I need to go purchase a large box of this amazing product.  I am excited that there is a cleaner out there that won’t irritate my skin and cause pain.  I […]

By Karen -- 7 comments

November 26th, 2006

Top 10 Worst Toys

Just in time for the heavy-duty gift buying weeks, W.A.T.C.H. (World Against Toys Causing Harm) released its “2006 Worst Toys List”. Before you go out and spend your hard earned money, you should be informed of toys that are considered unsafe for your children.  Take a look at the list below.
1.  Heelys - These shoes […]

By Karen -- 10 comments

September 20th, 2006

Save Money on Your Child’s Portraits

When my son was 6 months old I took him to get his pictures made.  I soon realized how photogenic he was . . . and how much money he was going to cost me!!!  It’s just so hard to turn down those sweet looks.
Since this encounter, I have learned about searsportrait.com.  When you sign […]

By Karen -- 4 comments

September 19th, 2006

Babyinfo is a great one stop shop for all your needs.

Surfing the web can be exciting and time consuming. I always end up getting sidetracked on something or another. I hate that. So when I saw the site Babyage had a great offshoot for information on baby products called Babyinfo.  I loved it. It is a great place for all your […]

By kellys -- 0 comments

September 17th, 2006

Stock Up On Diapers At CVS

I was very excited when I looked at the CVS online flyer today.  They are having a sale on CVS brand diapers and kid pants; buy 1 pack get a pack FREE!!!!  Yay!!!  I have been waiting for this sale.  They run it a few times a year. 
Now is the time to stock up.  Stocking up […]

By Karen -- 0 comments

September 16th, 2006

Diaper Champ Wins My Vote

I remember several years ago visiting my friend Robyn (check out her mommy blog) and at the bottom of her stairs was a long snake like looking thing.  I know I asked Robyn what in the world that thing was and soon discovered it was the bag part of a Diaper Genie. 
Well, being pregnant with […]

By Karen -- 6 comments

February 18th, 2006

Mommies have the best ideas!

I found a great new site – at least new to me- on the net. It’s Hello Sunshine. There are adorable items that are unique and reasonably priced. I personally loved the Ok, I am weird. There’s nothing worse than going to clean your tub and finding unspeakable things […]

By kellys -- 0 comments

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