Month: May 2012

  • The PS Vita Comes to Quirky-Tech

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    In February, I introduced you to the PS Vita, Sony PlayStation’s newest handheld gaming device. It was only recently, though, that we got some quality time with one. As a member of the PlayStation Family blogging group, I received a review unit to play with and we’ve all been enjoying our time with it. I…

  • Support Great Causes with Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good

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    I mentioned Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good initiative awhile back and asked you to nominate your favorite non-profit that may be in need of a vehicle to help out with their mission. Well, the finalists have been selected and we have a chance to vote every day (until August 21) on Facebook for a different…

  • Cyberbullying Chat Today on The Motherhood

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    I am very passionate about the dangers of cyberbullying and the importance of parents getting involved/being informed. Cyberbullying is different from the in-person bullying many of us grew up with because 1) it follows you to your school, your friend’s house, and your home, 2) it’s psychological more than physical, 3) rumors/lies/inappropriate pictures travel further…

  • Cyberbullying Chat Today on The Motherhood

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    [This is a cross-post with Quirky-Tech.com] I am very passionate about the dangers of cyberbullying and the importance of parents getting involved/being informed. Cyberbullying is different from the in-person bullying many of us grew up with because 1) it follows you to your school, your friend’s house, and your home, 2) it’s psychological more than…

  • Taking Things for Granted–The Food Allergy Club

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    Earlier this week I sat at a table with 8 Kindergarteners and their respective mothers/grandmothers. It might have been a mother/child brunch. It could have been some kind of cool club. Instead, it was a meeting for kids with food allergies who are getting ready to transition into a new school for first grade. The…

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

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

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    Christy

    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,…

  • Disney Social Media Moms Celebration 2012 Family Highlights

    Disney Social Media Moms Celebration 2012 Family Highlights

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    I could write a novel about the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration this year. I had an absolutely amazing time, and so did my family. I have more coverage to come, but here are some of the highlights for the kids. It’s not surprising, given their mom, but my kids just love Walt Disney World.…

  • The Real Victims in the "Mommy Wars"

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    Last night, I enjoyed an evening with some amazing women as we celebrated National Mom’s Nite Out. These ladies are smart, savvy, and have a diverse range of parenting styles. They are members of Boston Parent Bloggers, where we mingle reasonably happy with each other without worrying who is breastfeeding, babywearing, co-sleeping, homeschooling, avoiding screen…

  • Plants vs. Zombies Wall Decor

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    My family loves tower defense games and we have Plants vs. Zombies (from PopCap games) to thank for that. I’ve played through it on a variety of platforms and am actually enjoying it on my Kindle Fire. There’s something cute about a preschooler singing, "There’s a zombie on your lawn…" or declaring, "A zombie ate…

  • Plants vs. Zombies Wall Decor

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    Christy
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    My family loves tower defense games and we have Plants vs. Zombies (from PopCap games) to thank for that. I’ve played through it on a variety of platforms and am actually enjoying it on my Kindle Fire. There’s something cute about a preschooler singing, "There’s a zombie on your lawn…" or declaring, "A zombie ate…