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Something that Bothers the Daylights out of me! When is a Child too Sick to go to School?

January 11, 2012 Health

My daughter had a holiday party at school before Christmas break and I couldn’t believe what I saw in her classroom. Sick kids. Several of them. Coughing, red-faced, snotty nosed 5 and 6 year olds. I was beside myself. Why had these kids parents sent their kids to school sick. One girl was coughing

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The Kids Started School Today, I’m Alone in an Almost Quiet House and I Can’t Get Motivated!

August 15, 2011 New posts

I had big plans for today, the kid’s first day back at school. I have a newsletter to write, an events calendar to update, a massive spreadsheet to fill out, a dr. appointment to make, I need to exercise, take a shower, I have meals to plan, travel decisions to make, the library to call

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Anderson Cooper on Regis & Kelly this Friday – He wants your school supply buying and budgeting tips!

March 11, 2010 Age 5-7

LIVE! with Regis and Kelly are expecting Anderson Cooper to stop by (filling in for Regis.. didn’t Kelly just say she would marry Anderson Cooper if given the chance, a few days ago? Hmm..) this Friday morning. Anderson is covering the current flux in education funding and wants us to help him get advice, secrets,

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EasyLunchbox Food containers and Carrying Bags

February 8, 2010 Age 3-5

I love food storage items. I have a cabinet packed with all types of food storage products and one of my favorites is Easy Lunchboxes’ combo lunch and snack containers (AKA food storage containers). Easy Lunchboxes’ Compartmentalized BPA-Free Plastic Food Storage Containers are colorful, convenient, and BPA-free. My 3 year old takes lunch Wednesdays and

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Holiday Gift Ideas from Jeep – Jeep Backpacks and Messenger Bags

November 18, 2009 New posts

Jeep Consumer Products continues to create a tough, durable and innovative consumer products that translates the “Have Fun Out There” attitude. From cool new bikes and RC vehicles to even fashionable footwear, juvenile products, pet products and even camping equipment, Jeep has something for every adventurist. This Jeep backpack is ideal for outdoor adventures as

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Citizenpip Soup to Nuts kit + a giveaway!

October 7, 2009 Age 3-5

Madelyn started preschool this year and I was a bit of a wreck on the first Wednesday she attended because that is the day the kids stay an hour later so they can eat lunch at school. A few thoughts that raced in my mind where: what would she think about eating with other kids,

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Vincent Shoes: Back-to-School and Fall ’09 lines

August 31, 2009 Age 0-1 year

How cute are these shoes? My kids have been wearing Vincent shoes for almost 3 years.. not the same ones. I am always amazed at how freakin’ cute they are and how well they hold up. Sebastian wore his OSKAR‘s forever. Vincent Shoes: are stylish shoes for kids are durable provide comfortable protection for little

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Target & Target.com Back-to-College tech gear sale and deals – Beginning August 16th

August 18, 2009 Electronics

This week Target stores and Target.com are offering major discounts on all your digital dorm room necessities- from electronics equipment to accessories and entertainment, Target’s gear is low-priced and high-tech! Guests can snag special deals on computer accessories like an Epson Stylus 3-in-1 printer, scanner and copier for $28, and nearly half-off a Logitech cordless

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Milkdot PVC-free Lunch Tote

August 18, 2009 Age 3-5

As the new school year draws near my search for the perfect lunch box goes into full swing. I was looking for a PVC-free and lead-free bag that is insulated and can accommodate a Sigg bottle and bento box lunches. Of course it has to be modern, good looking and easy for my preschooler to

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Office Depot’s Project Backpack and Sharpie contest

July 23, 2009 Age 7-10

This is a super fun project for school-age kids! My son is 9 and he had a blast decorating his backpack. Granted, he refused to draw a rough draft on a sheet of paper or use a pencil on the backpack first so I was a little frustrated. But he’s 9. I’m working on the

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