Author Archive: TinaB
Married, mom to two busy kids, biology major turned internet marketer, workaholic, trying to slow down long enough to enjoy life! Tina Becci
TOMS Eyewear One for One
TOMS is no longer just a shoe company. TOMS is the One for One company. Every time you buy something from TOMS, together we help a person in need. TOMS started with shoes, and now TOMS has taken the next step to help meet even more needs around the world. The big reveal took place […]
Easy Vinaigrette Recipes
There’s no need to buy several different salad dressings to store in your fridge, when you can quickly make different types of vinaigrette in just a few minutes at home.
Red Wine Vinaigrette: Whisk 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard and 1 small clove chopped garlic. […]
PBS KIDS Summer Reading Challenge
I just signed my kids up for the PBS KIDS Summer Reading Community Challenge. Today is Day 1 Challenge so its the perfect time to sign up! Receive tips and ideas on ways to keep your kids reading all summer long.
Our day 1 Assignment: Turn reading into a fun social activity — start a summer […]
TOMS Shoes for Kids
TOMS Shoes for Kids is the perfect compromise for kids and parents alike. As parents we have the constant struggle of not only our kids outgrowing their shoes quickly by getting their shoes dirty. We want to find not only a good value but a shoe that the kids want to wear. TOMS has been voted MVP […]
E. coli Outbreak in Europe
Countries like Spain have experienced an outbreak of enterohemorrhagic E.coli bacteria on fresh fruit and vegetables. The bacteria also known as EHEC, is thought to have killed 18 people and left hundreds sick across Europe. It was initially thought to have affected cucumbers, lettuce and tomatoes imported from Spain, but since then it seems they […]
Macys Gift with Purchase deals
Starting June 7th, Estee Lauder has a new gift with purchase offer at Macys. With any $34 purchase you receive a batik-inspired beach bag, perfect for a summer day. The gift offer includes two full sized lipsticks, Double wear mascara, Perfectly clean foaming cleanser and make up remover. The best value in my opinion is […]
Kids and Facebook
Consumer Reports recently cited that over 7.5 million of its users are younger than the minimum age of 13 which is required to be on Facebook. Of that number they say 5 million users are under the age of ten which is a very scary statistic. We monitor every thing that our kids do while […]
Parents magazine cover photo contest
ENTER NOW: Parents Magazine cover contest ends in June! 10 winners will receive an all-expenses paid trip to NYC for a professional photo shoot. One kid will grace the Parents Magazine cover! Upload photos of your child by June 25, 2011. 10 winners will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to New York City to be photographed […]
Shopping for a father’s day gift?
Shopping for a father’s day gift? Hugo Boss, Marc Jacobs, Nautica and others currently have “Gifts with purchase” offers at Macys. Please note that most of these offers are available exclusively online, so you won’t find them at the stores. This means you need to order soon to have them in time for father’s day.
These […]
Tips for Getting Through Airport Security
School is almost over and the summer travel season is about to take off! Here are a few tips to get you through airport security. There are security lines in almost all airports in the world these days. If you want to get through those lines like the frequent flyers do, there are a few […]
