Live, Laugh, Learn
As bloggers, one of the most important things we can do is invest in ourselves. Taking the time to attend conferences allows a blogger to improve professionally, as well as personally, through forging connections and relationships while learning new skills together. One of the best places to do this is at SoFabCon 2014! The second annual conference presented by Collective Bias, May 8th – 10th in Bentonville, Arkansas, provides opportunities … [Read more...]
Strap into your seats as Nuclear Cowboyz, one of the largest, most exciting choreographed freestyle motocross productions is heading to Dunkin’ Donuts Center for TWO SHOWS ONLY on January 31st and February 1st. This action-packed show will be filled with fireballs, explosions, lasers, and freestyle athletes performing over 200 flips fueled by a heart pumping soundtrack! Kids’ are only $15 on opening night and adults can SAVE $5 on tickets to any … [Read more...]
Blogging has taken me to places that I would have never even dreamed about. As I sit here writing my 1,000th post on my site, I think back to how it all started. I began as a contributor on a friend's site, and then I advanced to helping others start their own sites. I knew the ins and outs of blogging, how to post, how to write code (for the most part), but starting my own blog was something I was unsure about. I didn't want the responsibility … [Read more...]
Every year Sports Illustrated Kids awards children ages 7-15 who show phenomenal sportsmanship through their achievement in school, their communities and sports. It is exciting news to announce the SportsKid of the Year winner .......Jack Wellman of Newtown, Connecticut. Jack was chosen for the leadership, dedication, and spirit he showed following last winter’s horrible tragedy in his hometown. Like most kids, Jack Wellman loves sports. … [Read more...]
This post is part of the HEALTHY ESSENTIALS® 2014 program by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. and The Motherhood, who sent me a box of products and compensated me for my time. Opinions, experiences and photos shared here are all my own, and I hope you enjoy them. Goals for the New Year My goals this year are to get healthy and live my best! One aspect to living my best is by having Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer … [Read more...]
So, you've probably been wondering where I've been hiding for the last two weeks. I've been taking my break from blogging by entering the world of Veronica Roth. Don't know who she is yet? Well, you will soon enough. She is the author of the young adult Divergent series, which consists of three books: Divergent, Insurgent, and Allegiant. At first the books looked daunting (I chuckle as I write that word and you'll see why in a minute), because … [Read more...]
Disclaimer: I received the copies of these books for review purposes; however, all opinions are mine and mine alone. Everyone is probably familiar with the awesome magazine Highlights. It's a fun and educational magazine that can be delivered right to your house. I remember reading Highlights when I grew up, and now my kids get to enjoy the same publication. I'm excited to tell you that Highlights also has a variety of books you can purchase … [Read more...]
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Sturm Foods, Inc. I received a promotional item and product samples as a thank you for participating. This winter season has already started in Rhode Island, in fact it is 15 degrees out tonight! That's pretty darn cold. And we won't even talk about the New England wind chill. What do you do to keep yourself cozy and warm during the winter months? Curl up by the fire? Get … [Read more...]