Ever since the Kaila was born, my daughters have had this obsession with dolls. They pretend that their dolls are babies that need to be fed, carried, and changed. Unfortunately, they don’t have very many dolls so we were happy for the opportunity to [...]
Here’s another great iPhone application for younger kids that’s not only fun but educational as well. It’s from a company called Tickle Tap Apps – independent studio dedicated to creating the best apps for preschoolers who spend a great deal of time, care [...]
Ever since Kaila was born, my girls have been obsessed with dolls and pretending that they’re the Mommy. That’s why My Baby First Steps was the perfect Wii game for Kacie to review.
GAME DESCRIPTION
Your baby has grown so fast! Can you believe that a [...]
If your family is anything like mine, you probably have tons of leftovers after your Thanksgiving celebrations. Personally, I don’t mind since turkey is one of my favorite foods. However, after a couple of days even I start to get [...]
I don’t know about you, but, it seems like there are just more and more things for me to keep up with these days. Whether it is sending lunch money with one of my kids, turning in field trip permission slips, or stopping by [...]
Our family throws a lot of parties . . . birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, holidays, and pretty much any excuse to get everyone together and have a great time. I know how much works goes into planning a successful event and I’m all for anything [...]
No, that’s not a typo. For some reason Kiana has a hard time saying the “F” sound.
Anyway, last week Kiana’s preschool class had a Thanksgiving party and the parents were asked to donate something small to the celebration.
One child brought yogurt.
Another child brought grapes.
And yet another one [...]
If you were around in the 70’s you might remember the group Heart who recorded a hit song by the name Dog & Butterfly. The sisters, Ann and Nancy Wilson, have now created a children’s storybook from the song. It’s also called [...]
I have a very thinly veiled obsession with kid’s shoes and I’ve gotten pretty picky about what makes the cut for daily wear. Of course they’ve got to be cute, but they also have to be easy to put on quickly, exceptionally comfortable, and non-slip on any [...]
The Open Road, starring Jeff Bridges and Justin Timberlake is now available on DVD and BluRay. Also starring in the film are Mary Steenburgen, Kate Mara, and Harry Dean Stanton. This movie was written and directed by Michael Meredith and is rated PG-13.
With his [...]
Who doesn’t love the Jackson 5? Ever since I first heard “Ben”, I’ve been hooked. Since then they’ve come out with hit after hit and have shown the world just how talented they are. That’s why I was so exited to hear that this [...]
I still remember the first time I walked into a Whole Foods Market…….my senses were definitely overwhelmed. It wasn’t just another “grocery trip”, it was an experience. There was a huge selection of organic and natural foods that I had [...]
Welcome to this week’s edition of Aloha Friday.
In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple [...]
Hope you and your family have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving celebration!
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It seems that with Kaila, I’ve been trying to stay away from the more “typical” baby items . . . lullabies included. I guess I just want something different this time around. That’s why I was thrilled to find out about Baby Guitars by [...]
With kids spending more and more time on the computer these days, parents need to be extra vigilant in making sure they stay safe online.
The Federal Trade Commission has recently introduced Net Cetera: Chatting with Kids About Being Online. This booklet is chock-full of practical tips [...]
From the PR Firm: Now that summer is over, dry skin season is in full effect. Softsoap® BRAND body wash collection has just what you need to keep your skin moisturized and glowing with high-end ingredients typically [...] 
Am I the only person who finds showering boring? Sure, I love the feel of the hot water and the fact that I actually have the time to myself (if being in the actual shower alone counts because I’m often not the only one [...]
A few years ago we bought the Wii gaming system to entertain our grandchildren. We like games that challenge the kids physically and mentally and therefore are quite selective about the games we allow the kids to play.
Jump Start computer games have been teaching children the [...]
Welcome to this week’s Hot Links of the Week. If you would like to have your giveaway included in an upcoming edition, please email me the information at anislandreview at gmail dot com.
While you’re here, don’t forget to check out my latest giveaways located in the [...]
I’m not sure what it is about SpongeBob that makes all the kids love him. Is it his gross humor? Is it all the yelling? Or do they just think he’s cool? I have to admit that I’ve never been his biggest fan but [...]
Whether I’m hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas for my extended family, one of the first things I do is plan the table. Where everyone will sit (especially kiddos), where food will be placed, and of course the table decorations. dabney lee AT HOMEÂ has created an amazing line [...]
If your kids are like mine, they received tons of candy during various Halloween events. It’s this time of year that I make sure the kids take extra care in brushing their teeth. Let’s face it, it’s usually not their favorite thing to do and sometimes I [...]
By Shauna Johnson, Culinary Instructor at Wellspring Weight Loss Camps
The holiday season is upon us, which means lots travel, unhealthy food, memorable moments, and our famous excuses such as, ”I’m traveling, there are no healthy options!” and “I’ll work it all off when I get [...]
My grandchildren aren’t babies anymore but at my house they still use sippy cups. It saves on my furniture, my carpet and I might say, my mind. I always seem to find stale sippy cups behind the sofa, under the bed or under the seat of the car. I even find them [...]
Like most kids, Kacie loves helping me in the kitchen. I try to take her up on it as much as possible because I know in a few years I’ll probably have to nag her to help me. The only problem is that her [...]
I’m surprised at how well Kiana can use her Nintendo DS. The only problem is finding games that are suitable for a 3 year old. So when I had the opportunity to review My Virtual Tutor I jumped at the chance hoped for the [...]
When I first found out that 2 adults and 3 car seats will not fit into a 4Runner no matter how hard you try to push the doors closed, I was devastated. I love my SUV! However, unless I want to strap one of the girls to [...]
Did you know that 95% of pet owners purchase gifts and treats for their furry friends during the holiday season? Are you one of them? If so, you have to check out PetSmart’s selection of items that your pet will be sure to [...]
Littlest Pet Shop has to be one of our favorite toys around. My kids and I just love their adorable characters and fun playsets! We can even register our VIP pets online and play within a cool virtual world.
LPS Online is an exciting, [...]
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so chances are you are creating your “to do” list for a memorable holiday dinner. Don’t forget that the day after Thanksgiving marks the official beginning of the holiday shopping season. Black Friday falls on November 27 this year, and to [...]
A while ago I had the opportunity to review a personalized photo party plate by Hallmark and I was very impressed with the quality, color, and glossy finish of the product. It was pretty cool to see an actual photo incorporated into the overall [...]
Crocodile Tears: An Alex Rider Adventure (#8)
Welcome to this week’s edition of Aloha Friday.
In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple [...]
By: Dr. Margaret Lewin – Medical Director of Cinergy Health (www.cinergyhealth.com)
Thanksgiving can be one of the most joyous holidays of the year, but it can add tremendous stress, not to mention a ton of calories, to your already stressful (and calorie-laden) life if you don’t prepare [...]
When I was pregnant, I remember buying one of those pads of paper you see at many stores. Ones that are meant for whomever is caring for your child…….the babysitter, Grandma, etc. It has a few blanks where you fill in where you are going, phone numbers [...]
Recently a friend and I were discussing how much our kids dislike those rubber bulb aspirators that everyone uses to clear babies’ noses.
No, it wasn’t the most thrilling topic of conversation ever, but it’s one that most all moms can probably relate to.
We were [...]
Journey through Miss Trimble’s Trapdoor
(with Tyler and Barnabas Bailey pictured below)
New children’s book series provides positive, back-to-basics approach to U.S. historyFrom the publisher: A former elementary school teacher, Lori Jordan-Rice set out to create a children’s book series that was [...]
Welcome to this week’s Hot Links of the Week. If you’d like to submit your giveaways please email them to anislandreview at gmail dot com. Thank you!
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Stacy’s Random Thoughts – Elfing Around Christmas Adventure (Nov 18/US) Mission-Mommy – Anti-Monkey Butt Powder (Nov 18) Mom’s Focus [...]
One of my girls’ favorite PBS Kids cartoons is Curious George. They’re always laughing at the mischief George gets himself into and are fascinated when everything somehow works out in the end. I think it’s pretty hilarious that the Man With The Yellow [...]
I’m not familiar with Richard Scarry’s Busytowm Mysteries but apparently it’s all the rage with the preschool kids. When I put our review DVD on, Kiana immediately recognized the characters and even sang the “Who? What? Where? When? Why?” song. She said her [...]
This week’s featured blogger is Melissa from Outnumbered 3 to 1.
Tell me a little about yourself and your blog.
I’m Melissa and I am a mother, fiance, jewelry designer and blogger. I am caring and loving as well as impatient. I like [...]
Kacie is at the age where she’s starting to learn about the concept of money. Unfortunately, she relates money to Mommy and thinks that we have an endless supply. I wish! So lately we’ve been having discussions about how money is earned and the [...]
After doing some shopping at the Ala Moana Shopping Center, DH and I decided to grab some lunch in the food court. I was fortunate to receive some Charley’s Grilled Subs gift certificates, so I went straight to Charley’s and ordered my lunch.
Like so many [...]
