Mommies with Cents

Archives for 2010

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10 Minute Challenge: The Pantry

I’ve started giving myself 10 minute challenges. I set my timer for 10 minutes and tackle a household chore while my children are having a snack or lunch. It’s amazing how much you can accomplish in only 10 minutes when you focus on the task. The 10 minute challenge is a weekly feature on Mommies with Cents. Each week, I will show you one of the … [Read more...]

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Freddi the Dog Book Review

Freddi the Dog by Lisa and Randy Herman (illustrated by Bruce Hammond) is a book based on the Herman's real life 11 year old English Bull Terrier.  Freddi, a girl whose full name is Fredericka is a sweet and lovable dog who has a tiny little naughty bone in her body that when tickled, makes her do naughty things.  One day that itty bitty bone accidentally got tickled and she ate everything in site … [Read more...]

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Free Companion Airfare from Kodak!

If you have any travel plans this might be a sweet offer to take advantage of:  Kodak is offering FREE companion airfare when you make a purchase of $75 or more at the Kodak Gallery.  Pick up some Christmas gifts such as photo books, calendars, photo mugs and mouse pads or catch up on your photo printing and score a free airline ticket! Other offers available from Kodak: New KODAK Gallery … [Read more...]

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MiYim Review & Giveaway

MiYim makes high quality eco-toys for babies and young children.  Made with all-natural, untreated, unprocessed and unbleached cotton.  Using a process MiYim calls PureWaterWash, the toys are colored by plants and minerals in soy water.  They are tested and certified non-toxic making these plush toys are safe for our children and our planet. MiYim's Good Earth Fairy is a soft and pretty … [Read more...]

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Filtrete Water Pitcher Review & Giveaway

I refuse to drink tap water. Quite frankly, I don't know what's in it. We had the chance to review a Filtrete Water Pitcher by 3M. Bottled water is so yesterday. Filtered water and carrying your own thermos is in. It's also more economical. The Filtrete Water Pitcher holds up to 12 cups of water (but seems like more to me).  It filters two and a half more times more water than traditional … [Read more...]

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Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader: Back to School for Wii Review

Are you Smarter Than a 5th Grader?  When the television show first came out and I heard the title, I thought, "Of course I am."  Then, I watched the show.    Oh, how easily we forget a lot of the information we learn early in life.  There is a great way to test your skills and knowledge now with the Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader: Back to School Edition for the Wii. Up to three players can … [Read more...]