Archive for August, 2008

Making the Most of the Last Days of Summer

Tip of the Week – Summer’s Last Hurrah! It seems hard to believe, but the summer of ’08 is almost over! In a season that brought us the XXIX Olympic Games, outrageous gas prices and an unprecedented focus on green living, this is truly the last call for simple summer indulgences! And since it’s really... Read more »

Summer Adventure Fun for Families!

Summer 2008 Adventure! Here’s a short list of the fun adventures that our family undertook during Summer of ’08! Fabulous, educational and quirky are perfect adjectives to describe what we encountered! Nature’s Castles at Longwood Gardens: (Kennet Square, PA): an exhibit of three amazing tree houses integrated into the landscape of an exquisite horticultural showplace.... Read more »

The Perfect Shop for Classic Children’s Clothes

Look What I Found – The Perfect Online Shop for Classic Children’s Clothes! Have you ever found yourself wondering why it’s so hard to find beautifully made, classic children’s clothes? Special pieces like hand knit sweaters, smocked dresses and shortalls? Well, Hamptons Child is the perfect shop for all of that and more! Favorites Pieces... Read more »

Inspiring Educational Toys!

Tip of the Week – Think Button: Inspiring Young Minds! Writing for Busy Bee provides me with tremendous access to all sorts of unique websites and I love when a site impresses me enough to share it with Busy Bee readers! Think Button is just such a site because it offers products that promise not only... Read more »

Win 25 Free Personalized Cards from Poseprints!

This contest is now closed. Congratulations to our winner, Laura! Enter to Win 25 Personalized Cards from Poseprints! Would you like to win a set of 25 personalized cards from Poseprints? Poseprints offers truly personalized invitations, announcements and note cards perfect for any occasion. Choose from several whimsical designs and then tailor your drawing right... Read more »

Stylish Baby Changing and Play Mat from The Cushie Company

Look What I Found – Beautiful Baby Play and Changing Mats from The Cushie Company! If you’re in the market for a special and luxurious gift for a new mom or mom to be, consider one of the beautiful products from The Cushie Company! The “Cushie” baby mat, their signature piece, is a well sized and incredibly... Read more »

Spark Your Dinner Party Conversation with Party Rox!

Look What I Found – Party Rox! Enliven your next dinner party conversation with a set of Party Rox! These colorful and organically shaped ceramic “rocks” each feature witty, ice breaking adjectives like “flirt,” “prince” and “shopper.” Positioned at each place setting, hosts can allow adult guests to choose seats based upon their own predilections... Read more »

Keeping in Touch with Kids at Camp and College the Old Fashioned Way!

Tip of the Week – Keeping in Touch the Old Fashioned Way! A few months ago I wrote an article entitled “Count Down to Camp,” knowing that my son was headed to a sleep away camp for the first time. Little did I know that all of those clever care packages I recommended weren’t allowed... Read more »

Submit A Product for Review

Do you have a Fab Find you’d like to share with our community? Send us your product url and a brief description of its highlights and we’ll take a look! If your product is chosen to be featured, we will ask you to submit a non-returnable sample along with your press kit and a $50 participation... Read more »

Fall Fashion Trends 2008

Shannon’s Fashion Tip of the Month – Buckle Up! Buckle up, Fall is around the corner and that means Boot Season is about to begin! From the runway to reality, buckles put a squeeze on Fall ’08 as designers use them as trim, embellishment and function by cinching a trench, fastening a clutch or tightening... Read more »