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The Barefoot Executive by Carrie Wilkerson: A Review

If you’ve ever researched starting or running a home business you have likely heard of Carrie Wilkerson. Carrie is known as the “Barefoot Executive” and is a resource and coach for those working from...

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Vizardz Photo Light :: Review and Giveaway

If you know me then you know I Love to take photos and I Love to display them! I love new and unique ways to display my photos and boy did I discover something neat! Vizardz. Vizardz is breaking new...

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Cirque du Soleil Dralion Review: A Phenomenal Performance!

My daughter and I just went to see The Cirque du Soleil production of Dralion, and as usual Cirque du Soleil did not disappoint! We enjoyed 2 1/2 hours of visual delight….it was phenomenal! My 8-year...

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Disney’s New Brave Movie and Studio Movie Grill Review

Disney Pixar’s latest movie “Brave” opened in theaters yesterday, however my family and myself were treated to a sneak peak  last week at the newest location of  Studio Movie Grill in Wheaton, IL...

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Chicago Botanic Garden: Grunsfield Children’s Garden & Live Butterfly Exhibit

Recently my daughter and I were invited to check out the Chicago Botanic Garden’s new Grunsfeld Children’s Growing Garden and the new Butterflies & Bloom Exhibit. The Garden is a 10,000-square-foot...

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It’s a Giveaway: Noxicare Natural Pain Relief

If you’re a regular reader then you probably know I have arthritis, I in fact have 2 forms of arthritis. Which for me usually means I’m in pain most of the time. Lately it’s been my upper neck area....

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Costume SuperCenter Review :: Sexy Ruby Goddess

It’s not even close to Halloween, so why would I order a costume online? Well, because every year I seem to be making a mad dash the week of Halloween trying to find a costume in a store that has been...

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How To Train a Dragon Live Show Review #DWdragonslive

(photo credit Lisa Tomasetti) My family was given the opportunity to see the Dreamworks animation production How To Train Your Dragon Live Spectacular at the United Center last night and it was...

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Sunburnt After Sun Gel Review and #Giveaway

I’ve read that 1 in 3 Americans experience a sunburn every year, and I’m definitely one of them. Don’t get me wrong I’m usually pretty good about wearing sunscreen, what I’m not so good at is applying...

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Bristol Renaissance Review! We had a great time!

My family and I recently had the opportunity to check out the Bristol Renaissance Fair located near Kenosha Wisconsin.  My daughter was 4 years old the last time we attended and remembered very little...

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Product Review: Blueberry Green Tea & Green White Tea from Teas’ Tea

I don’t know about where you live….but Chicago was blazin’ HOT this summer! I often had a craving for something refreshing to drink. I recently had the chance to try Teas’ Tea Green White Tea which is...

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Potty Cover Review & Giveaway!

When you have a little one using public restrooms you tend to worry about them being around germs and wetness while using the potty. If you’ve ever noticed, a young child tends to hold onto the sides...

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Gutzy Gear Back To School Party!! #GettingGutzy

Have you heard of Gutzy Gear? They are really neat velcro straps and patches that can be placed on messenger bags, backpacks, lunchboxes and more. It allows kids to show their individuality by picking...

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Pear Tree Greeting Review & #Giveaway

I’m not the kind of Mom who feels the need to plan a fancy Birthday party for my child every year. However, it has been about 3 years since I had an “official” party for my daughter. So I decided to go...

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Hearts For Hearts Girls Party & Review

I’m always looking for an opportunity to teach my 8 year old to have a “world view”.  I want her to learn about other cultures and experience what life is like for children in other parts of the...

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The World Almanac for Kids 2013 Review

I recently was given an opportunity to review The World Almanac for Kids 2013. I jumped at the chance because I knew it was something my daughter would enjoy reading. My daughter loves facts and trivia...

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PackAways Reusable Storage Boxes Review

Packaways is a brand new Storage Box that ships and stores in the flat position. The come with a 2 Wipe Away Panelthat allows you to conveniently identify the contents of the box. If you use China Dry...

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Fed Up with Frenzy Slow Parenting in a Fast Moving World #Review & #Giveaway

Fed Up with Frenzy: Slow Parenting in a Fast-Moving World is the title of a new book by the Slow Parenting expert Susan Sachs Lipman. First off I can say the title got my attention. I’ve been thinking...

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Review & #Giveaway: Mia Mariu Microdermabrasion Set!

I have a confession I’ve been blessed with great skin. Because of this I rarely think about wrinkles, dry skin etc….  However, at 44 I realize my skin may be living on borrowed time. When Mia Mariu...

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What’s For Dinner? Delivery.com Review

Do you ever have days where things just get so hectic that dinner is the last thing on your mind until well…dinner time rolls around? I do, and if there is one thing I hate it’s ordering over the...

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