Why I vlog: #VlogMom

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This week, in anticipation of next month's #VlogMom relaunch (woohoo!) I asked everyone to share their thoughts on Vlogging (video blogging): Why do you Vlog? OR Tips for a successful video/vlog OR challenges you face vlogging OR how VlogMom has helped you. Here's where I get all blubbered and silly, but try to answer my own question: Can't see the video (it's embedded in the blog but email readers can't see it), click here to view on YouTube. But, really, I want to know why you … [Read more...]

Why do you vlog (Video Blog)? #VlogMom

In anticipation of the #VlogMom relaunch next month (yay! Spirit fingers! Massive applause!) I'm prepping tomorrow's #VlogMom topic over here. I want to hear from all of you out there. Those who blog, those who do video, those you laugh at the idea of video, those who are shy, those who read and those who watch and, even, those who say "what on Earth is a VLOG?" What is so great about video? Do you watch it? Do it? Do you love it? Hate it? How do you feel when you see a video posted on your … [Read more...]

25 Things to Love About Spring: #VlogMom

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#VlogMom question of the week comes from Meghan at JaMonkey: What is your favorite part about Spring? 25 Things to Love About Spring Fresh cut grass Opening the windows and doors Driving with the windows down Spring shopping Bright colors Sandals Baseball season Sunny days Walking to the bus stop Rays of sunlight warming cool spots Passover Earth Day Gardening Gerbera Daisies, Daffodils and Tulips Park and Playground Playdates Longer days Farm fresh … [Read more...]

Vlogging fun: a little inspiration

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I spent a bit of time this week searching out some fun, inspirational vloggers and just love watching these two: Renae Christine, aka Rich Mom Jenny of Jenny on the Spot They're just fun to watch and learn from. And they're inspiring me to have a little more fun on video. So, today, to start loosening up and having a little more fun, I'm vlogging up... at a different angle. Can't view it? Click here. … [Read more...]

Poptropica for Nintendo DS video review

review of Poptropica for Nintendo DS

Thank you to Ubisoft for sponsoring this post. Please click here to learn more about Ubisoft. I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective. #UbiChamps Last week, I sat down with my nine-year-old son, Big, to share what he thinks of Poptropica for Nintendo DS. Big's top 5 reasons kids will love Poptropica for DS Mythology Island If you don't know a lot about Mythology you'll learn a lot here. The big Greek gods are represented and you need to defeat Zeus … [Read more...]

Samsung Galaxy Note II Review

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As you may recall, my iPhone was stolen this summer and Samsung slid right in as my hero, lending me the Samsung Galaxy Note II to try out for a few months until my contract was up for purchasing a new phone. This phone, which I like to call a mini-tablet, has lots to highlight, and you'll be able to tell from my review, below, that I just love the vibrant, crisp screen. It's everything I've learned to expect from Samsung. Favorite features from the Samsung Galaxy Note II [if you're … [Read more...]