Have a Fabulous First Day of School!

The first day of school is an occasion of mixed emotions for children and parents– excitement, trepidation, happiness and nervousness to name a few!  And if any of your children are attending a new school this fall, these feelings can be even stronger.  Here are some of my thoughts […]

Shopping Alert - Oka-b Sandals On Sale!

Earlier this summer, my article Flip Flop Forecast recommended a really great new type of flip flop from Oka-b.   The “Madison” style Oka-b sandal is made of molded plastic and ornamented with a large grosgrain bow that can be changed to match different outfits!  If you are interested in […]

Beauty Flashback! Revisit the 1970’s with Me!

Perhaps it’s because my daughter is thirteen or because I was in a reminiscing mood, but I recently found myself recalling something that was a big thrill in my early teenage years  -Gee Your Hair Smells Terrific!  This distinctive shampoo was the one everyone used and we probably overwhelmed the […]

Tip of the Week - Cross Christmas Cards Off Your To-Do List and Be Charitable Too!
Having already encouraged Busy Bee readers to think about Halloween (Let’s Talk about Halloween), I feel free to start writing about Christmas!  One of my most time consuming stumbling blocks during the month of December is always the CARD.  […]

Lunch Box Round Up for Preschool and Elementary School!

Even though summer has just really gotten underway, it’s nice to be able to cross one or two things off of your Back to School shopping list right now!  For my children, choosing their back packs and lunch boxes is of high importance!  And while they’re looking […]