Busy Bee Lifestyle

Archive for July, 2009

Fabulous Back to School Organizer!

A Fabulous Back to School Organizer:  The Back Pack Rack! This may well be the best $6.23 that you spend this year!  At Organize.com, you can pick up The Back Pack Rack – an innovative hanging system that vertically stores your children’s back packs, keeping them off of the floor and easily accessible.  The rack... Read more »

Bring Rocks to Your Next Picnic!

Tip of the Week – Bring Some Rocks to Your Next Picnic! Is there an outdoor picnic or barbeque in your summer plans?  Before you head to the backyard, park or beach, gather a small pail or basket of rocks!  The rocks can be used to Weigh Down Fly Away Paper Plates and Napkins - ... Read more »

Doggone Great Dog Toys!

Doggone Great Dog Toys and Accessories! There are some days when my favorite person in the world, isn’t a person at all but my fluffy, little white dog Oliver!  And not surprisingly, he’s about as spoiled as he could be – from his Lilly Pulitzer collar and leash to the chocolate donut shaped bed, there’s... Read more »

Cute Dog Toys; Fun Designer Inspired

I love spoiling my little dog Oliver and it’s especially fun when his toys make him happy and bring a smile to my face as well!  For example, the best accessorized dog might be carrying a “Kate Spayed” purse, and a tech savvy pooch will definitely need his IPAW IPOD!  Take a look at this... Read more »

The Cutest Flip Flops for Women and Kids!

Look What I Found – The Cutest Flip Flops for Women and Kids! This week I happened upon Hot Flops, the most whimsical and fun flip flops I think I’ve seen!  These flip flops start with a typical sturdy rubber foot bed, but it’s the themed decorations that make these such a standout!  Cute, clever... Read more »

Find a Great Book This Summer!

Find a Great Book this Summer:  A Selection of Beachy (and some not so beachy!) Reads! I love to read and during the school year, I belong to two book groups, which in turn requires that I read two specific books each month.  But this summer, I’ve set a very specific goal for myself: to... Read more »

The Perfect Potluck: Top Tips and Recipes

Tip of the Week – Perfecting the Potluck! Summer is a classic time for casual parties and barbeques, and the odds are good that you’ll offer or be asked to bring a dish to share!  So, here are a few suggestions: Ask Your Host For Direction When you’re not planning the whole menu, it can... Read more »

Camp Bound Kids: Keeping Homesickness at Bay

Camp Bound Kids:  Keeping Homesickness at Bay! If your son or daughter is headed to camp this summer, there are some really easy things that parents can do to reduce the chance of homesickness!  The American Camp Association suggests the following steps for an easy transition! Involve Your Child in the Camp Selection – Involve... Read more »

Quick Tips for Keeping in Touch with Your Camper

Quick Tips for Keeping in Touch with your Camper! When my son went to sleep away camp last summer, the camp’s “no phone” rule made written correspondence our only means of communication.  And I’m sure that you won’t be surprised to learn that I was a much better correspondent than my eleven year old!  While... Read more »

Makeup Brush Set: Sonia Kashuk for Target

Look What I Found – Beautiful Makeup Brushes! These make up bag staples have received a gorgeous update by Sonia Kashuk for Target!  This particular set of six brushes feature silver handles crafted to resemble coral and arrive in their own stylish case made of coral patterned fabric!  I just love when I find something... Read more »

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