Last night, I told the kids we were going to have lasagna for dinner. Since my kids love pasta, they were ecstatic about dinner, that is until I told them we were going to try a frozen lasagna. They weren't too happy about my decision but they understood why. I always tell them that mommy's a blogger and as a blogger I get opportunities to review products and food. For me, it's fun to be able to taste-test new foods because I can let my readers know what my family and I enjoy … [Read more...]
Starbuck’s Bistro Boxes Review
We definitely live in a world where everyone is in a hurry and every thing seems to be happening fast. And while living a fast-paced lifestyle, there are many unhealthy options when it comes to foods, such as fast food joints. The few healthy places to eat are limited and quite expensive. At Starbucks, they don't want to discourage a speedy lifestyle but help make it a more enjoyable experience with their brand new line of Bistro Boxes. They are healthy, delicious and did I mention they are … [Read more...]
MVP #GenerationGo: Meal Planning (& A $50 Visa Gift Card Giveaway)
Several weeks ago, I was asked to join the MVP Generation Go Ambassador Program to share a multitude of subjects ranging from community exploration, favorite recipes to time management and back-to-school tips. Along with sharing these topics, Kids Fun Plaza are generous enough to give away a $50 Visa Gift Card each week to one of my readers, which has been a very popular giveaway here. Who can say no to free money? I know I can't! {You can enter below} What is MVP Generation Go? The MVP … [Read more...]
P&G Family Movie Night — Game Time: Tackling the Past Premieres September 3, 2011
P&G and Walmart are featuring another one of their family movie nights -- just in time for football season. Game Time: Tackling The Past is a family-friendly film that features real-life drama, romance, sports and family issues. Although the movie portrays football, it's not all about the sport. Here's a synopsis of the movie: Pro football star Jake Walker is just one season away from setting an all-time receiving record that will guarantee him a spot in the Hall of Fame. But … [Read more...]
Semi-Wordless Wednesday: Can You Find Me? (W/ Linky)
It's that time again. Happy Hump Day. I bet you all can't wait for the weekend. As for me, I can't wait for my hubby to get home. He's in the National Guard so he's helping out people in need during the disaster that Hurricane Irene left. Anyway, I was looking through my papers, as I do every week and I came across a picture I took from my mom. My kids love seeing photos of me when I was a kid as much as I do. Sometimes they even say I still look the same. I wonder if they're just saying that … [Read more...]
Champion SHAPE™: Looking and Feeling Great While Getting fit
I have a huge confession to make here. It's something I don't tell people very often and it's something I haven't spoken to my husband about but I've decided to share this dreadful confession with you, my lovely readers. Why? Because I desperately want to try to lose at least 20-25 pounds. So here it goes.... I'm overweight. For those of you who have met me in person, you may be (possibly) saying, nah, Lisa's not overweight, but if you look below -- I am. I'm 5'2 and I weigh … [Read more...]
Before & After Hurricane #Irene
What's going on in my life here in New York......thanks to Hurricane Irene. Rain is pouring down, as I write this. Rain has been falling since yesterday afternoon. My garage is flooded. Half of my driveway/backyard looks like a small lake. {fyi: That pipe across the driveway is a make-shift sump pump that hubby created to divert rain water. Too bad it's not working today} My husband was activated to the National Guard to help out with emergencies and possible disasters so he's … [Read more...]
MVP #GenerationGo: My Favorite Back-To-School Tips (& a $50 VISA Gift Card Giveaway)
As an MVP Generation Go Ambassador, it's my duty to share various topics and tips with my readers to hopefully lead a healthy and productive lifestyle. I've cover numerous topics ranging from exploring your community and my favorite kid-friendly recipe to finding creative ways for recreation and ways to manage your time wisely all while giving away a $50 VISA Gift Card, thanks to Kids Fun Plaza. Nice, huh? Well this week's topic is Back-to-school. I know in other parts of the country, … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: A Hoarder? (#linky)
Does this mean I'm a magazine hoarder? If I told you I had a huge bin of magazines, would you think I was? LOL There's more to this madness in a nice, blue bin. Have a Wordless Wednesday Post? Link up your post below. I would love to see your photo! And don’t forget to visit these participants as well: The Domestic Buzz, Momspective, Dear Crissy & 5 Minutes for Mom. … [Read more...]
Disney’s Mars Needs Moms Blu-Ray +DVD Combo Set Giveaway
The film is about 9-year old Milo and his daring rescue mission to save his mom from Martians. He sets out on an adventure to bring her back home to earth after she’s kidnapped by Martians seeking mothers for their own planet. He joins forces with Gribble, a tech-savvy earthman, and Ki, a rebel Martian girl, to find his mother, even if he has to stow away on a spaceship, take on an entire alien nation, or worst of all, eat his broccoli. MARS NEEDS MOMS is a wonderful comedy adventure … [Read more...]