Grand Theft Childhood
March 16, 2010 – 7:00 am | 7 Comments

So much of parenting entails thwarting.
I must thwart my toddler’s attempts to travel staircases and wade in toilets. I do this with gates, latches, and other inventions meant to keep small children safe and …

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Review & Giveaway: Steve Spangler’s Science Toys
November 25, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Review & Giveaway: Steve Spangler’s Science Toys

With the holidays just around the corner, we are bombarded by ads for toys. All the bells, whistles, and batteries required can make your head spin.
I’m always on the lookout for new toy ideas …

Win a WaterPik Ultra Dental Water Jet (a $59.99 value)–Bringing Fun Back Into Flossing
November 23, 2009 – 2:45 pm | Comments Off
Win a WaterPik Ultra Dental Water Jet (a $59.99 value)–Bringing Fun Back Into Flossing

**CONTEST CLOSED. Congratulations to winner Christina Estrada!**There is one thing I dread about our nighttime routine: brushing my children’s teeth. If I somehow survive unscathed, the last thing I want to do is attempt to …

King Soopers $20 Gift Card Giveaway
November 21, 2009 – 12:05 am | Comments Off
King Soopers $20 Gift Card Giveaway

This giveaway is CLOSED.  Thanks so much for entering.  ENJOY YOUR THANKSGIVING!!  The winner was notified.
This is the time of year where we have family and friends near.  Thanks is in the air and kindness …

Help This Denver Mom Win Her Own Olympic Bid!
November 17, 2009 – 12:00 am | 8 Comments
Help This Denver Mom Win Her Own Olympic Bid!

I am notoriously unlucky.
I once went to France for a wedding, got lost en route and missed the entire celebration. The only contest I have ever won was the infamous Fred Seymour Elementary School Cakewalk.
And …

Win A Life’s Sweet Keepsake Photo Book (a $129.99 value)
November 16, 2009 – 8:37 am | Comments Off
Win A Life’s Sweet Keepsake Photo Book (a $129.99 value)

**CONTEST CLOSED. Congratulations to winner Pam Gibbs!**I cannot tell you how many pitches I receive for photo books. I dismiss most for the primary reason I do not have time to sit down and manually …

House of Arden Designer Tutu Review/Giveaway
November 14, 2009 – 12:13 am | Comments Off
House of Arden Designer Tutu Review/Giveaway

Is there anything as cute as a precious little girl?  Okay, other than a handsome little boy.  For this review, we are going to focus on our girls.  I know this sounds horrible, but when …

Win a Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Disney on Ice!
November 11, 2009 – 10:47 am | Comments Off
Win a Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Disney on Ice!

**CONTEST CLOSED. CONGRATULATIONS TO WINNER AMY SCHILLER!**
Christmas is coming early for Denver children!
Disney on Ice will be in town and there will be Worlds of Fantasy to experience.
What I love about this new production: …