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If you are looking for some fun New Year's craft activities for your kids, check out these wonderful finds that are simple but will get everyone involved.


1. Edible New Year's Hats.  They are just as cute as they are delicious!  What a fun idea for so many ages.


2. Noise Makers.  I know, mine says "2010" because we made these two years ago.  Graham sure had a blast shaking them.  Beware... you may need to set some limitations for your own sanity!


3. New Year's Eve Poppers/Crackers.  What a cute idea from one of my favorite blogs Make and Takes!


4. Time Capsule.  How about having your child cut out images or draw pictures of major things that happened to them this year?  You could even put them into a jar.  Or, make a Memory String!



5. Happy New Year Banner.  What could be better than sequins and kids?  Ok, you'll have a mess but you will have fun!

If you guys remember my review of Babbaco's Babbabox last month, you know how much is packed into one cute activity box for your kids!  Everything you could possibly need is included.  If you have ever wanted to give something like this a try TODAY is your day.  Why?  Well, today only you can pick up one box for only $14.99!  That is half price and is all thanks to the GMA Exclusive Deals and Steals.  Use code: GMA at checkout and make sure to order today.  The catch with all of these GMA deals is that they are typically one day only.  If you use this link: You can receive 20% off.  I'm not sure if you can combine the two, but if you can... what a deal!

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Have you guys purchased your Livie and Luca shoes yet?  This is the cheapest I have ever seen them.  At least once or twice a year they will mark them all down to 50% off and now is your time!  You have until January 3rd to pick up you or your child's size.  Last time this happened I was hard pressed to find a size for Graham.  Luckily, there were still several sizes available for Davis.  Make sure to print out the size chart and measure your child's foot.  These shoes are some of our absolute favorites!  Use code: Fall_50 at checkout.


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I could eat him up!

The best Peppermint Bark I've ever had.

Because Graham thought the gumballs would stick better if they were chewed.

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Finding a stroller that fits your personal needs is something that can be tricky as well as extremely important.  Luckily, we own a very large car as well as a small car so our options are a bit wider when we choose based upon our storage room.  However, I know the need for a smaller stroller option when you are going on a short trip or into a small store.  That is why I am delighted to share with you the QuickSmart Easy Fold Stroller!  Not only is it compact, but it really is easy to fold.

You guys may have seen the advertisements for these cases, but I'm wondering if you have taken a chance to visit the site and see what they are all about?  Pong Research has developed an iPhone and iPad case that has shown to reduce radiation.  Of course, I can't truly give you an accurate review of if this case is reducing radiation or not (I am not a lab), but I can tell you what I think about it.


First of all, this passed the teenager "cool" test.  I often use my iPhone as my clock for when I teach Sunday School and when I pulled it out last Sunday the case got the "oohs" and "ahhs" from a class full of 9th grade girls.  I like the fact that it is slim and conforms well to the iPhone.  I was sent the soft touch case in blue.  I love the way the outside feels.  It is more of a soft feel rather than a plastic feel.


At first I was worried about the fact that the top and bottom of the phone are not covered in any way.  What I have found is that the lip that extends down from the back is enough to keep the top and bottom safe.  It also has a very flat front, but it sticks up just far enough from the screen in order to keep your screen relatively safe as well.



How Pong Works Against Radiation
From the website:

EMR within one wavelength of the user is called Near Field Intensity (NFI). When you hold your cell phone to your ear, you are absorbing between 48 to 68% of the NFI radiated by your phone. It is this radiation that underlies increasing concerns among physicians, scientists, and lawmakers who believe this exposure to be a health hazard.

With the Pong case test results found that the iPhone 4's radiation was reduced by 75%.  Below is a photograph of the radiation output:

Without the Pong case

With the Pong Case

Overall, I have been very satisfied with the quality of the case and knowing that this is also reducing radiation makes this case a winner for me.  The boys are constantly playing with my phone so it is nice to know that there exposure has been limited.  None of us truly know the outcome of the radiation that is being emitted from cell phones, but if this helps prevent any problems that may be a possibility then it is worth the money in my opinion.  You can purchase the Pong iPhone soft touch case for about $49.99.  There are also leather and iPad case options.


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My hair has gotten really long over the past few months.  I have come to the conclusion that my hair isn't any less complicated short, so I'm going to wear it long!  I feel like I have more options this way.  But, being a mom to two very busy boys the time I have to get ready and style my hair is limited.  After many trial and error runs I feel like I've figured out how to create natural waves in my hair in less than 10 minutes.  If you are a mom you know what a feat this can be!  In the video below I take you step by step while I fix my hair in the morning.  This is reality!  The only difference is that my mother-in-law was over so that there were no screaming children in the background.  Ha!






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Thanks to our wonderful photographer, Blush Photography and Design for the beautiful pictures

I pray that each of you have a very blessed Christmas.  May your homes be filled with warmth, love and peace.  I am so thankful for each of you and for what you've added to our lives.  Merry Christmas from Matthew, Felicia, Graham and Davis.

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I hope you guys are ready for Santa!  I know Graham and Davis are very excited.  We are going to grab our Christmas jammies, watch some Christmas movies, bake some cookies and get ready for the big guy!  In the meantime I thought I would put together a little bit of a beatbox medly for you.  I bet you guys didn't know I had so much talent, huh?!  Ha!  Check it out (if you are reading this via email or reader you are going to have to visit the post in order to see the video):




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The Chuggington Die Cast line has added a brand new playset to the mix that your kids are really going to enjoy!

We were sent the Chuggington Chugger Championship Rev'n Race Railway Deluxe Playset for review.  First of all, this set seems a bit more sturdy than previous sets we have reviewed.  My arms and hands got a work out trying to fit this together, but once the pieces were in place they were staying put.  That is definitely a bonus to this playset.  The idea behind the Rev'n Race Railway is to race Koko around the track to the finish line.


Simply start with Koko under the flags and start winding the crank.  While winding the crank you need to press the lever on the side of the flags in order to launch Koko down the ramp, through the tunnel and saw mill and around the corners.  You can set the lap counter so that Vee will allow Koko to speed to the finish line once she has raced through about 6-8 times.  Once Koko chugs through the finishing tunnel the trophy pops up!


What we love the most about this playset is that it requires no batteries but still incorporates some fun action.  It is also generously sized.  The entire track is a 4' layout.  One down side would be that this track does take up quite a bit of space if you are limited.  It is also pretty tough to take apart once you have it all together.  So, if you are going to purchase this playset make sure you have a designated location and keep it up for a while so that you aren't going through the hassle of taking it down and putting it back up frequently.  The Chuggington Chugger Championship Rev'n Race Railway Deluxe Playset retails for about $59 and works with the other Chuggington Die Cast trains.


Chugginton: The Chugger Championship DVD
If you are looking for something fun to pair with the playset, maybe try The Chugger Championship DVD that features 6 different episodes that will inspire even more play.  Also included are coloring and activity sheets so that you can keep the Chuggington fun going everywhere you go!    $15.99.

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Here is a fun book for any kid (even I love it)!  How Do You Feed a Hungry Giant is a fantastic pop-up and lift the flap book by Caitlin Friedman.  What would you do if you found a hungry giant in your backyard?  Oscar is working as hard as he can to figure out how to help him!


Join Oscar and his dog Cowgirl on a mission to find what this hungry giant needs.  How many grapes would be enough?  Is a gallon of chocolate milk enough to wash them down?  In the end Oscar's mom helps them prepare a meal fit for a giant!




You are going to love all of the lift the flap surprises, pop-ups and more!  How Do You Feed a Hungry Giant is hardcover and retails for $18.95.

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Matthew and I celebrated out 11 year anniversary last Friday. We enjoyed a dinner at the brand new Ruth's Chris Steakhouse as well as a candle light tour of the Biltmore House. It was lovely!

Watch out for those plates!  I burnt my hand twice.

Entrance to the Biltmore House

11 Years!

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Every Which Way to Pray by Joyce Meyer (coming January 2012):
If you are a fan of Joyce Meyer then you are really going to love this new series for children called Everyday Zoo.  Every Which Way to Pray is the first book of the series and it chronicles Harley and Hayley Hippo trying to figure out the right way to pray.  Many of their animal friends come along to help them out.  I love how this book lovingly and humorously points out that there is no right or wrong way to pray.  My favorite quote comes from Pouch the Pelican, "You don't have to be high in the sky to be close to God!  Pouch squawaked.  That's what prayer is for!" $15.99.


The Merchant and the Thief by Ravi Zacharias (coming March 2012):
Here is another one to keep you eye out for by the popular Ravi Zacharias.  He has taken an old Indian folk tale and puts a spin on it the reinforces the importance of the treasure of God.  "When we have our eyes on other people's treasure, we cannot see how close we are to the greatest treasure there is," Raj said.  "Anyone can have this treasure, Mohan, even you."  "What is the greatest treasure?" Mohan asked.  "The greatest treasure is God's love for you, my friend.  It is right here with you.  This love makes you a rich man on the inside."  $15.99


The Beginner's Bible Book of Prayers:
What a great book for preschoolers who are learning all about prayer.  You can look for prayers by subject and there are even related Bible stories and verses.  $9.99.


The Pocket Bible Doodle Books:
If you have young kids who love to draw this would be an excellent stocking stuffer idea!  There are great prompts for various doodles that have to do with the Bible.  $9.99.

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