Monthly Archives: February 2011

Today’s Featured Etsy Item: Bird Sillouette and Branch Lariat

February 28, 2011EtsyBirds, etsy, JewelryAlicia

Etsy bird necklace — Bird Sillouette and Branch Lariat - $20

Take a look at this adorable Lariat (AKA necklace) by morganprather.

This 16 inch necklace is made from a sterling silver chain and is decorated with a rhodium tree branch and bird pendant. It is connected together with a sterling silver clasp. It is a beautiful piece perfect for giving to a special someone or as a gift to yourself.

Please note that items sold on Etsy are often one of a kind and the prices may change. As of the writing of this post, the price for this item was as featured above.

Morgan Prather is a stay at home mom and while her Etsy shop and kids keep her busy she’s always up to date with modern trends.

View this item on Etsy here.

Atlanta Moms: Check Out Animalopolis IMAX at Fernbank Before it’s Gone March 17th

February 28, 2011Atlanta Moms Editionatlanta, events, fernbank, IMAXAlicia

The kids and I saw Animalopolis a couple of months ago and enjoyed the singing lions, waltzing bears, and sea lions that turned somersaults. Both of the kids cracked up at times and then I would see their jaws on the floor as they watched in amazement. Animalopolis is an IMAX film great for the entire family but I recommend that you don’t take a child four and younger if he/she is sensitive to loud noises and big screens!

Showing through March 17, 2011*

You’ll give it two paws up!

Take a playful voyage into the magical world of animals in this giant screen adventure featuring rhyming narration and a classical music soundtrack. Whether going nose to nose with hippos as they graze upon nature’s massive salad bar, or eye to eye with dancing bears, Animalopolis blends fun vignettes with interesting animal facts.

Animalopolis takes a lighthearted and imaginary look at a variety of animals including cheetahs that race like a Ferrari, bears that run their own fishing school, an operatic lion, scary crabs that hold a town hostage and even attempt to cuddle with children, and much more.

Running at 32 minutes long, this film is a great opportunity to introduce younger children to the natural world and to the IMAX® experience.

Purchase tickets online or by calling 404.929.6400.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History website

Official Animalopolis Site

Atlanta Moms: Alpharetta High School presents the rollicking musical, “Oklahoma!”

February 27, 2011Atlanta Moms Edition, New postsAlpharetta High School, atlanta, eventAlicia

Alpharetta High School presents the rollicking musical, “Oklahoma!” by Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein II, which celebrates America’s pioneering spirit with boot stomping energy!
The high-spirited rivalry between local cowboys and farmers sets a colorful background for Laurey, a winsome farm girl, and two men competing for her love: Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Jud Fry, hired farmhand. Memorable songs, a “dream ballet,” and comedic subplots secure a great entertainment event for the entire family!

Performances are March 17-18 at 7:00 p.m. and March 19-20 at 2:00 p.m. in the Alpharetta High School auditorium.

Purchase tickets for $10.00 in advance at www.seatyourself.biz

Photography by: Glenn Prince, Glenn Prince Photography, Mobile: 678-525-3338

Dotmine Day Planner Review & Giveaway

February 25, 2011Contests, Organizationcalendar, Dotmine, OrganizationAlicia

I recently received a Pink Tie Dye Family_Time.Mine day planner and am very pleased with it. The first and most important feature, to me at least, is the durable plastic cover. What good is a day planner if someone spills milk on it and ruins it? The plastic cover gives the Family_Time.Mine day planner that extra durability a mom’s planner needs. Dotmine’s Family_Time.Mine day planner features one week per page giving me lots of space to write important events and notes for every day of the week. The page margins are really nice too as they give me lots more room to write random notes and reminders.

Dotmine day planner features:

Size – It is a good size for keeping on your desk
Storage – It has a pocket in the back
Durable – It has a durable plastic cover to protect it from spills (you know what I’m talking about Moms!)
Views – It has daily, weekly and monthly views, room for notes and for tracking the entire family, and tear-off margins for lists
Style – 20+ elegant, fun and sometimes funky covers each year

Dotmine day planners have specialized pages for phone numbers, babysitter information, and notes.
One of my other favorite features of the Family_Time.Mine day planner is the stickers. I love having a visual, colorful reminder of important events like doctor’s appointments, recitals, and birthdays. The Pink Tie Dye Family_Time.Mine planner comes with plenty of sticks that should keep you covered for a year.

GIVEAWAY – Winner Announced!

Congratulations MaryAnne K.!

We are giving a lucky reader a Dotmine day planner of their choice (not including the Borders exclusives).

To enter, visit Dotmine and choose your favorite design, then tell me in the comments below which Dotmine day planner design is your favorite.

Entries accepted through 11:59pm EST March 5th. This contest is open to U.S. residents. The winner will be notified via email and will have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

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Disclosure: This review was made possible by MomSpark Media. I was given a Dotmine planner for purposes of this review. All opinions are my own and were not influenced in any way.

Kroger Cart Buster Savings Event and a $25 Kroger Gift Card Giveaway!

February 25, 2011Contests, Food and Drink, Sales & Eventskroger, saleAlicia

We are at the grocery store at least two times a week. I would love to cut it down to once a week, but that’s just not happening. I like Kroger because they have a great selection of natural and organic food. My daughter likes Kroger because they always give her four stickers.

Kroger Cart Buster event

From February 27th through March 12th, shop Kroger’s biggest-ever promotion and find the hottest prices around on more than 35 brands, across more than 60 categories from General Mills, P & G, Nestle, Pepsi and Kroger Banner Brands. During the Cart Buster Savings Event, you’ll find great savings in almost every department at the Kroger Family of Stores, which includes Kroger, Ralph’s, King Soopers, City Market, Dillons, Smith’s, Fry’s, QFC, Baker’s, Owen’s, Jay C Food Stores, Hilander, Gerbes, Food4Less, Pay Less Super Markets and Scott’s Food & Pharmacy.

Here are just a handful of the great brands participating in the event: Multigrain Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Hamburger Helper, Yoplait, Progresso, Totino’s, Green Giant, Cascadian Farm, Tide, Charmin, Bounty, Pampers, Pantene, Crest, Iams, Febreze, Old Spice, Bounce, DiGiorno’s, Nestle Toll House, Juicy Juice, Coffee-Mate, Edy’s, Stouffer’s, Lean Cuisine, Hot Pockets, Nestle Candy, Purina and many more!

Looking for even more ways to add money to your pocket? Visit Facebook.com/Kroger to participate in their “Deal of the Day” promotion! During each day of Kroger´s Cart Buster Savings Event, be one of the first 1000 people to click on the deal link and receive a free load-to-card coupon for the featured daily item.

GIVEAWAY – Winner Announced!

Congratulations Ashley G.!

We are giving a lucky reader a $25 Kroger Gift Card! To enter tell me what you would stock up on with a $25 Kroger gift card. Cherios? Betty Crocker cake mix? Yoplait yogurt? Let me know! I would stock up on Diet Coke, Nestle Buncha Crunch, and Lean Pockets! Great diet, huh?

Entries accepted through 11:59pm EST March 3, 2011. The winner will be notified via email and will have 24 hours to respond. Open to US residents only.

Extra entries: