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Sons and Daughters Eyewear – Cool Kids Sunglasses for Fashion Friday

sofamily — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:47:34 +0000

It’s fashion friday and I’m talking about cool sunglasses for the kids. That’s right, for the kids! Who loves sunglasses? The sunglasses created by Sons and Daughters Eyewear, which are specifically for kids, will have you wishing they came in your size. I’m in love with some of the styles from this hip eyewear line. [...]

Mother’s Day – Giving Back to Mother’s Across the Globe (Giveaway)

sofamily — Sat, 11 May 2013 12:56:18 +0000

It’s Mother’s Day weekend and the perfect time to not only celebrate mother’s worldwide, but to also give back to mother’s and families across the globe. I’m always interested in learning about new organizations and great causes, especially those that give back to women. Empowering women and girls is something I’m passionate about and believe [...]

Dollie & Me – Celebrating 90 Years with Madame Alexander Dolls (GIVEAWAY)

sofamily — Wed, 08 May 2013 12:42:07 +0000

Last week I was invited to celebrate the 90th Birthday of Madame Alexander. The Alexander Doll Company, Inc. was founded 90 years ago by Madame Beatrice Alexander Behrman. Her love of dolls led her to create a line of amazing dolls which has evolved over 90 years and put smiles on the faces of many little [...]

Fashion Friday: Who is The London Times Woman? (Giveaway)

sofamily — Fri, 03 May 2013 02:54:50 +0000

I was introduced to the London Times Fashion brand several weeks ago when I was asked to wear one of their dresses for a Momtrends Travel Trends event. Needless to say I was excited and definitely willing to learn more about London Times Fashion. After selecting the Eyelet Shift dress as my choice for the [...]

What Maisie Knew Review – Julianne Moore Stars in a Real Movie About Parenthood

sofamily — Thu, 02 May 2013 11:14:54 +0000

Julianne Moore has done it again in the new movie WHAT MAISIE KNEW. She nailed the role of Susanna, a real rockstar mom who struggles with being a mother to her 6 year old daughter Maisie. Steve Coogan plays the father, named Beale. Both parents are self-involved and their ability to see their daughter’s needs [...]

Peaceable Kingdom: Learning Through Fun and Cooperative Games

sofamily — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 03:14:22 +0000

Peaceable Kingdom isn’t just known for their games, they have books, stickers, greeting cards and playing cards. However, it’s their cooperative games that I truly adore and use with my students. I recently was introduced to the company, at the Toy Fair this past February. They offer games for children of all ages. I, [...]

Fashion Friday: Two Sisters Design Hip Clothing for Globetrotting Girls

sofamily — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:28:36 +0000

I am so excited to feature Ode clothing for girls on today’s Fashion Friday post. A couple of years ago the most beautiful dresses, with gorgeous prints and colors, caught my attention at a fashion trade show. I walked over to have a closer look and met two sister Rupa and Amisha who had recently [...]

Family Lifestyle: Travel Trends with Momtrends at Polarn O. Pyret NYC

sofamily — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:54:28 +0000

An evening of low-cal cocktails, food, conversation and tips for family travel, it doesn’t get better than that. I joined an amazing group of ladies at the Momtrends Travel Trends event held at Polarn O. Pyret in New York City. It was an amazing time talking to savvy mom and family bloggers at the event [...]

Monday Mom: Moms Can Get Their Workout On!

sofamily — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:32:03 +0000

Today’s Monday Mom is all about the workout mama! I try to get to the gym at least 2-3 times per week and sometimes it’s just not possible. So, I can imagine how difficult it is for moms to make time in their busy schedule for some “me fitness time”. However, over the last couple [...]

Fashion Friday: They’re Overalls Baby!

sofamily — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:39:52 +0000

Another Fashion Friday has rolled around and I’m talking about overalls baby! Who can remember way back to childhood when you had denim overalls? Back then they weren’t so fashionable, but now Overall Baby has changed that and changed the perception of overalls forever. We can thank Jenny Kim, the founder and designer of the [...]

Little Passports Takes Children on a Global Adventure

sofamily — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:48:43 +0000

Today’s post is like a combination of my Monday Mom and Teacher Talk post that I usually do during the week. I’m highlighting the co-founders of Little Passports Amy Norman and Stella Ma, who are moms. These moms wanted to teach their children about other countries and the world, so they introduced Little Passports. [...]

Fashion Friday: Macy’s Men’s Style with Colin Stark & Details Magazine

sofamily — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:08:55 +0000

It’s Fashion Friday and this one is for the dads, uncles, brothers, sons and all men. I often highlight the fashion for kids and ladies, but today I’m focusing on the gentlemen. Macy’s has some stylish options for mens Spring and Summer fashion which are definitely on trend. I jumped at the opportunity to attend [...]