Archive for Kristie
Kristie, cardiothoracic nurse turned entrepreneur and a mom of four, has had several successful business ventures. This is one of many internet projects she dabbles in. She is a self taught web designer. Her projects include this blog, Avannabel Baby, Ritzy Tots, and several blogs.
Buildabearville Giveaway
First there was Webkinz, then Club Penguin, and now Build-A-Bear has a virtual world for their plush animals. It’s called buildabearville.com and I personally like it better than the two who first paved the way for this interactive trend. My daughters agree.
21Nov2008 | Kristie | 2 comments | Continued
Littlest Pet Shop game for Wii
Two of my daughters are aspiring veterinarians and beg for every animal game or toy that hits the market. The Littlest Pet Shop game for Wii is their latest conquest and lucky for me that PBN sent us one to review.
19Nov2008 | Kristie | 0 comments | Continued
Poingo: Children’s interactive storybook
Poingo is the latest interactive book for children ages 3-7. The interactive part consists of a infrared scanner that resembles a pen that reads mincroscopic symbols throughout the books. The symbols trigger Poingo to provide words, music, or sound through the onboard speaker.
We have the starter set which includes Poingo and two books featuring Cars [...]
Beyonce & Justin’s SNL parody
Did you catch SNL last week? I could barely keep my eyes open but this skit had me laughing so hard that I ended up being wide awake. This is exactly why I love Justin Timberlake. Even when he’s in a black leotard and high heels!
Check it out before it gets pulled off YouTube:
Shrek The Halls DVD Giveaway
Who doesn’t love Shrek? I’ve had a soft spot for the green ogre ever since he made his debut 8 years ago and have yet to tire of his shenanigans with Donkey and Puss. Shrek the Halls is no exception. The delightfully original story and instant holiday classic garnered sensational ratings when it premiered on [...]
12Nov2008 | Kristie | 145 comments | Continued
Keep your child safe with SeatSnug
I admit it. I’m one of those freaky moms about my children’s safety while riding in the car. My greatest fear is that they will be injured or killed in a car accident and I would never forgive myself if it happened because I didn’t have them strapped in safely. My issue is that [...]
12Nov2008 | Kristie | 0 comments | Continued
Elf on the Shelf
Last year we started the cutest tradition in our home with the Elf on the Shelf Gift Set. The gift set includes an elf doll and book based on the tradition Carol Aebersold began with her family in the 1970s. This cleverly rhymed children’s book explains that Santa knows who is naughty and/or nice because [...]
2Nov2008 | Kristie | 2 comments | Continued
Holiday toy review: Girl Gourmet Cupcake Maker
The holidays are quickly approaching and my kids have already started their Christmas wish lists which are growing longer each day with all the toy commercials that they are bombarded with everyday. Despite me explaining to them that the vast majority of the toys in the commercials are not nearly as cool or work as [...]
1Nov2008 | Kristie | 2 comments | Continued








