Budget Friendly Valentine’s Weekend Getaway

Horse and CarriageMany of us are planning exciting things to do to surprise our partners on Valentine’s Day: whether that’s a special dinner out, a romantic night in, or a surprise vacation. This year Valentine’s Day falls on a Tuesday, giving you the chance to surprise your partner with a weekend break either before or after the day itself. We’re not all made of cash, but a budget break can really put the spark back into a relationship.

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Valentine’s Day Gift for Him

Gift for HimFinally, a Watch You Can Talk To

With Valentine’s Day in the air, you’re probably thinking of gifts for that special someone in your life. So here’s one: the i’m Watch lets you check messages and make phone calls from a device on your wrist. If you’ve ever fantasized about accessing the world from your watch, or if you suspect your sweetheart has secret aspirations of becoming Dick Tracy, the new i’m Watch just might be what you’re looking for.

Your Life on a Wristwatch

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Kid Basix {Review + Giveaway}

BPA Free Water Bottle for ToddlersKid Basix has one very simple mission statement. Make kids’ lives better. That is it. Isn’t that what any parent wants for their child? I know I do.

Here is what they had to say about their mission.

This was the simple idea that drove the development of our first product, and it is the idea that will drive the products yet to come.

Simple ideas can make for ambitious goals. Our founder created The Safe Sippy™ cup because he knows how dangerous plastics are, and it drove him crazy that he was giving his two year old son water every morning in a cup made from toxic chemicals.

It is our goal that the future products from Kid Basix have the same simple singleness of purpose: Making kids’ live better.

Kid Basix products range from bottles to sports bottles. All safe for our kids to use. One less things us parents don’t have to worry about. I was thrilled to receive a product for review. Since my son is four, I choose the 12oz safe sporter.

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Social Media Crazy

Different Social Media NetworksSocial media has become a part of every day life. It seems like every month I find a new social media network to join. This month was Pinterest for me.

Social media is all about connecting with people and companies and spreading the word about whatever it is you are passionate about. It is a HUGE platform and one that has been very successful. Below is just a small snapshot of what social media can do for you or your business and how it is helping charities.

Weather you do Facebook marketing, Twitter, or Google +, just get your name out there and you will get the exposure. Don’t let me fool ya, it’s hard work but in the end, worth it!

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The Benefits of Physical Activity

Physical Activity

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The human body is incredibly resilient. However, the average person often succumbs to bouts of laziness. Living a sedentary lifestyle seems like such a wasted opportunity to really make use of one’s body to its uppermost limits.

Whether you’re lifting weights or sports training, exercise remains the best way to keep your body active. With so much equipment and exercise tools, like baseball training aids, there are no excuses for not taking care of your body. If that’s not convincing enough, here are a few benefits you receive from exercising.

Physical Health and Weight

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The Sneezy Wheezy Day {Review + Giveaway}

Children's BookSharon Cramer is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and avid competitive equestrian. She is also the author of, soon to be released, Marlo and the Monster, and is working on a new young adult series called The Cerulean Star. She lives in Spokane, Wash.

The Sneezy Wheezy Day is out just in time for the cold and flu season. What makes this book great is that it’s written by a nurse that knows a thing or two about illness. It’s also more than just getting a cold but the special bond between brother and sister.  Sharon’s next installment in this series will be, I’m Just Like you that addresses intolerance.

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