Category Archives: Quirky Stuff

K’NEX Brand Waxes Nostalgic with KISS and Yellow Submarine Figures

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I didn’t grow up with K’NEX; the brand launched when I was in my 20′s. But for some reason, it feels like a toy I played with growing up. In fact, I think K’NEX appeals to adults, as well as kids, due to the ability to build large, complex motorized sets, such as roller coasters,…

Celebrate Mother’s Day with an Odyssey Early Brunch Cruise

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It’s not always easy to find a special way to celebrate mom on Mother’s Day. She doesn’t always need anything, and getting together can mean a lot of work for everyone involved. That’s why I’m excited for this particular giveaway. I’ve got two sets of four tickets (each set has tickets for two adults and…

Happy Mother’s Day from The Meat House (Giveaway!)

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When I was first introduced to The Meat House, I envisioned a butcher shop where I’d pick out choice cuts of meat under the guidance of an expert butcher. That’s not quite how things went down. I was greeted with some of the highlighted items of the day, including samples. In case you can’t tell,…

Foodler Online Restaurant Delivery Service Review

When I move to a new home, I’m a bit obsessive about finding places nearby that deliver or have unique food options. We’ve been living here almost 8 years and I’m still on the hunt for great takeout. Foodler is one way to not only discover places in your area, but to place orders online….

Polenta Traffic Light Treats with Country Crock

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This post is sponsored by Country Crock. I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective, and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own. It’s no secret among my friends that I love entertaining. I enjoy getting together with friends and family, and I like being a host….

Win Tickets to Disney on Ice presents Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey

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It’s no secret that I enjoy Disney on Ice, as we’ve reviewed several of the shows and given away tickets, as well. Over April vacation, we’ll be attending Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey, which covers some old-school Disney including The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Lilo & Stitch, Peter Pan, and 101 Dalmatians. I can’t…

Cruisin’ with the Toyota Prius C

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While I was at the Toyota Women’s Influencer’s Network camp, I got the chance to drive the new Prius C. At a starting MSRP of $18,950 the Prius C is the smallest car in the Prius family, making it well-suited for city living. You can squeeze it into smaller parking spots. On the other hand,…

Happy 25th Birthday, Disney Store!

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Since the Disney Store helped me celebrate my 40th birthday last year, it seems only fitting that I help them celebrate their 25th. I remember the first time I was able to visit a Disney Store – I thought I had stepped into a dream. For a Mickey Mouse fan living in Massachusetts at the…

Romancing the Introvert Year ‘Round #Giveaway

Big Guy and I aren’t big on the whole date night thing. It’s not that we don’t enjoy going out and doing things, except with two young kids, his full time job, my part-time job that might as well be full time, and a large family, we often desire to just be home and relaxing….

Delicious Pinkalicious

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LadyBug loves pink and purple. It’s inexplicable to me, but there it is. It’s not at all surprising that Pinkalicious by Victoria Kann is one of her absolute favorite books. Bug complains Every. Single. Time. we read it because, after all, boys hate pink from the very core of their being. They hate it so…