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Protecting My Skin

nicóle — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:57:14 +0000

Protecting my skin is a major priority for me. Not only because it is the smart thing to do and by doing so I avoid any sun damage that can age my skin, but because in 2006 a mole on my back turned out to be melanoma-the worst kind of skin cancer a person can get. [...]

Pop On Pals — Product Review

nicóle — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 17:34:55 +0000

A few weeks ago I introduced Pop On Pals to my two year old, Evan. As I opened the box he squealed with delight and couldn’t wait for me to find the scissors to open the box before he began playing with it (see photo below). Evan doesn’t normally enjoy toys for his age group, preferring [...]

ProFlowers Orchid-Green Plant Review

nicóle — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:17:39 +0000

I recently received a lovely Song of India Orchid Garden from ProFlowers.com. I love orchids and so when the opportunity arose for me to receive a delivery from ProFlowers and tell you all about it I thought an orchid would look quite lovely in my kitchen and it does.

My orchid was delivered via national courier [...]

Crayola Chalkboard Floor Puzzle– Review

nicóle — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:36:22 +0000

Puzzles are a favorite of mine and I’m happy to say that my boys enjoying putting them together with me. Not only do they offer an excellent learning opportunity but they are a great thing to have on days when it’s either too hot, cold, rainy, or inconvenient to play out of doors. Puzzles are also [...]

Sex and the City 2 Soundtrack Review & Giveaway

nicóle — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 15:52:51 +0000

I was a lucky recipient of an advanced copy of the Sex and the City 2: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.I was excited to get a listen to the music for a movie I was anxiously anticipating.

When I first heard the soundtrack I was a tad scared. I couldn’t completely understand some of the song choices, however [...]

One EskimO: “All Balloons” Album Review

nicóle — Sat, 29 May 2010 04:01:32 +0000

First off, let me say I don’t get why One EskimO spells their name with a capital “O” at the end. I think that’s kinda lame. But that is their artistic prerogative and it in now way affected my review of this album-or at least I tried not to let it affect my review. I may [...]

Freschetta Flatbread Pizza

nicóle — Thu, 20 May 2010 13:55:37 +0000

For lunch yesterday I had pizza. The frozen kind you can find at your local supermarket. I’m not usually a big fan of frozen pizzas. To my surprise I enjoyed the Freschetta Roasted Garlic and Spinach Flatbread pizza.

What I liked: The pizza was very savory and high on flavor. The toppings were plentiful and of good [...]

I’m Giving Away Jewelry!

nicóle — Thu, 20 May 2010 12:41:30 +0000

Sort of…

One of my favorite childhood treats was a ring pop. Yes, I was a girl who loved to accessorize.

I’m still that girl actually, only now instead of wearing ring pops I serve them to my boys.

Who enjoy the candy accessory as much as I did. Though much to my dismay they’ve not yet acquired the [...]

Pillsbury Family Pizza Party Prize Pack Giveaway

nicóle — Thu, 06 May 2010 15:59:42 +0000

Pizza is one of my family’s favorite meals. We eat it regularly and when the mood strikes my husband and eldest son Michael often enjoy making home made pizza.

I recently had the opportunity to sample Pillsbury’s Refrigerated Pizza Crust. I’ve used Pillsbury’s refrigerated products in the past, but I’d never used their pizza crust before and [...]

Car Woes: How to Find a Reputable Auto Mechanic

nicóle — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:42:45 +0000

Having only one car when your husband works an hour a way can suck. Having car trouble when you only have one car sucks even more. That is why keeping our only car up to date with it’s maintenance is very important to us. We recently had to have a lot of work done on our [...]

Puddle Pizzaz at the Children’s Place

nicóle — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:41:41 +0000

It’s no secret that I’ve been enjoying the rainy weather we’ve been having. Now my boys are also getting in on the rainy day action with this awesome rain gear for kids from The Children’s Place.

I really liked the rain coat on Evan. The roomy raglan sleeves made it a breeze to put it on him [...]

Country Bob’s Barbeque Sauce is Heavenly!

nicóle — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 21:34:55 +0000

If barbecue sauce had a heaven, Country Bob’s would be god!

I’m not kidding.

It’s so good I wanted to drink it straight from the bottle!

Instead I made some baked barbecue chicken and as I bit into that first succulent piece the heaven’s opened up and sang to my taste buds!

No. I haven’t lost my mind and gone [...]

Bare Escentuals Tutorials Smoky Eye Kit Review and Giveaway

nicóle — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 03:06:33 +0000

I love makeup. I especially love trying new and innovative products that make looking good easy and really simplify things. Makeup should never look caked on, heavy, or otherwise make you look like you’re about to perform under the “big top”! Makeup should enhance your beauty not cover it up, which is why when I had [...]

Fiber One® 90 Calorie Chewy Bars Giveaway

nicóle — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 16:44:17 +0000

THIS CONTEST HAS ENDED. Winner ANNOUNCED SOON!

Do you love chocolate? Does chocolate’s yummy goodness call to you? Do you sometimes feel guilty after devouring an entire bar of chocolate? Would you like something that is chocolately and good for you? Are you working to be healthier and manage your weight?

Fiber One® 90 Calorie Chewy [...]

Eden Fantasys Gift Card Giveaway

nicóle — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 23:03:16 +0000

I don’t know about you, but I am so tired of this winter. Spring can’t come soon enough, and since the official start of spring is right around the corner I thought I’d heat things up with an Eden Fantasys, “all you need is love”, gift card give-away.

Eden Fantasys, the one stop shop for all things [...]

Robert Pattinson Talks Sex Scene on “The View”

nicóle — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:11:33 +0000

Today on The View, Robert Pattinson appeared with his co-star Emilie de Ravin (Claire on Lost) in Remember Me, to chat up the film which is scheduled to be released on March 12, 2010. Throughout the interview he seemed his usual shy and befuddled self as he spoke about wardrobe issues (or the lack there of), [...]

Google Before You Tweet!

nicóle — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:48:58 +0000

Came across this, while perusing images on Google.

I really like it.

Thought I’d share.

You can buy it at the I Love Typography Store, which happens to be a totally cool spot on the web I found serendipitously.

I REALLY love it when serendipity happens.

I also really love, letters, and words, and things, which is why I think this [...]

“The View” Hot Topic Becomes Show Topic — Jersey Shore

nicóle — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:04:04 +0000

Photo: MTV

I have a confession to make. I’ve never-ever watched Jersey Shore. I’m sorry Keith. I haven’t.

(Keith is an old pal, and happens to do a bit of producing–Jersey Shore one of those things he produces…)

The cast is going to be on The View today talking about the newly available DVD for season 1. (I [...]

Photography: My New Hobby

nicóle — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 03:32:12 +0000

Photo: http://audreyhepburncomplex.tumblr.com

I have always loved photographs. As a child I was a natural ham, always smiling easy for whomever was behind the camera. As an adult I still love to smile but I’ve developed an affinity for being behind the camera. I’m a pretty visual person. When I write, I tend to see pictures in [...]

“The View” Brand Ambassador-That’s Me!

nicóle — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:17:17 +0000

I am so thrilled to announce that I’ve been selected by Mom Central as a brand ambassador for The View! [Insert *squeee* here.]

I’ve been watching The View off and on for several years (since Lisa Ling’s days) and I’m very happy to have this opportunity to tell you about the show and more importantly what I [...]