Tuesday, February 23, 2010

See what SHEWANTS???

Oh MY! Is all I can say... This is so exciting.How many times do we tell our significant other what we want for Birthdays,Holidays? I think sometimes ESPN is reeling over and over in their brain..Well, "My Fabulous Girlfriends" our prayers have been answered. Check out, Shewants site.
You can create a FREE account and list all of the trinkets you want him or anyone to buy you.. I know every year my mom is stumped on what to buy me, and she always asks and I always say Gift card.. Well no more my friend.. I now will have my own journal page to add items when I think of them..This way everyone is" Happy".. Read below for all the amazing info..Leave a comment and tell me what you think. Will you use this site?? Do tell, I would Love to hear your comments.
SheWants.com is a Girl’s Best Friend
Online gift registry SheWants.com finally gives women a place to ask for what they want

Diamonds are no longer a girl’s best friend--SheWants.com, a user friendly gift registry and wish list, allows women to ask for what they want without limits. Originators Adriana Padilla Mack and Marie Green wanted to create a space where women could dream big and express what they want in life. The idea stemmed from dinner conversations where frustrated females had, once again, received candles or fruitcake from a well meaning gifter. There seemed to be a lack of communication between the gifter and giftee, especially from the male species. Adriana and Marie decided then and there that they would create a website dedicated to the simple proposition: “If you’re going to give her something, then give her what she wants,” and SheWants.com was born.

The concept finally solves the problem women have had for years: how to communicate to the men, family, and friends in their lives what they want to receive. The femme savvy social portal combines several features: SheWants Wish List, SheWants Not, Calendar, and Blog for a unique experience.

Wishing Well - “SheWants Wish List”: One of the first things a SheWants member will create is a wish list. Women can ask for anything they want--a designer pair of heels, a tropical vacation, or even a donation to their favorite charity. The SheWants Wish List also states where to find the dream gift, eliminating the guesswork from giving. According to co-creator Adriana, the idea of the wish list appealed to her because, “If we put our dreams and wishes somewhere, or if we say it, it’s possible.

Things Better Left Ungifted - “She Wants Not”: Saving the world from knick knacks one member at a time, is the SheWants Not list, which allows women to say what they don’t want. The idea is to limit re-gifting and make people look closer at their best friend, neighbor, or significant other. It creates an eco-conscious environment by eliminating wasteful purchases.

Man’s Best Friend - “The Calendar”: This feature eliminates the headaches of men everywhere. Now befuddled boyfriends and harried husbands can not only find out exactly what women want, they can look up anniversaries, birthdays, etc…in the calendar section of her profile. Not just for the men, women can also pre-select a list of friends, family, and significant others whom they would like to send special “nudges” too.

Bite Size Tips - “Blog”: More than a place that simply lists things a woman wants, the site emerges as a helpful friend in the form of a blog. The founders Adriana Padilla Mack and Marie Green will be blogging on ways to keep gifting green, such as the “Gift Card Exchange Party” where women swap gift cards in a paper free environment. There are also blogs by guest and celebrity bloggers writing about fashion, jewelry, marriage, and all aspects of being a stylish female.

Speak Loudly and Carry a Big Beautiful Bag - SheWants.com has created a personalized experience from top to bottom. Upon establishing a free profile, the member embarks on a fun journey of self-expression and self-discovery, as she (perhaps for the first time) actually spells out what she wants.

For more information go to: www.SheWants.com

Monday, February 22, 2010

Who knew something litl could hold so many recipes?


Foodies Get Cooking with New Litl Webbook Recipe Channel Powered by BakeSpace



--Kitchens Come to Life with Easy-to-Use Internet Computer; Recipes and Entire BakeSpace Community Available via One Simple Click--



Boston, Mass – February 22, 2010 – Things are heating up in the kitchen with the introduction of a new recipe channel, launched today by litl (litl.com) in partnership with BakeSpace (bakespace.com). The channel provides quick and easy access to more than 50,000 recipes for users of the litl webbook, an Internet computer for the home. It is available now at no cost to litl webbook users.



“The litl webbook’s versatility makes it perfect for the kitchen. While it can go online and be used like a conventional laptop, the 12-inch screen and keyboard can also flip around the hinge so the litl stands upright like an easel. This new “easel” mode makes photos, news, music, weather, video, Facebook updates, and now tens of thousands of recipes fun and easy to enjoy—even from across a kitchen,” said litl’s founder and CEO John Chuang. “We’re excited to partner with BakeSpace to change the way families enjoy the Internet from their kitchens.”



BakeSpace, a 2009 Webby Award nominee for Best Social Network, is a free online community where members post, search and swap recipes, share cooking tips, and socialize with other food enthusiasts. The site’s membership ranges from teenagers just starting to explore the culinary lifestyle to grandparents who want to catalog and preserve their treasured family recipes.



Babette Pepaj, BakeSpace’s founder and CEO, said, “We love the concept behind the litl webbook because it’s all about making it fun and easy to enjoy the web. With the addition of the new BakeSpace channel, the litl is now also a great tool for cooking enthusiasts. If you enjoy spending time in the kitchen, the litl webbook could be your ideal computer.”



The litl webbook’s channels transform online content to make it more useful and entertaining. These channels complement a familiar web browser experience for active, “lean forward” use with an all-new “lean back” mode for passive web enjoyment—from across a kitchen or on a large-screen television, for instance. Users can easily create channels for many popular websites or select from a set of channels custom-designed by litl, including Facebook, The Weather Channel, Flickr, Shutterfly, and now, BakeSpace.



Technical information for independent developers, potential partners, and others interested in developing their own custom channels will be announced shortly.



About litl

Based in Boston, litl is a new kind of computer company. The company was founded to make the web more enjoyable and entertaining for everyday consumers. Small and personal by design, we invite you to meet us and learn more at litl.com.



About BakeSpace

BakeSpace is a grassroots online community where members post, search and swap recipes, create their own “online kitchen,” share cooking tips, raid the “virtual pantry” (forums), upload cooking videos, and interact with other food enthusiasts from around the world. Membership on the site is free. More information is available at bakespace.com or facebook.com/bakespace.


Saturday, February 20, 2010

Book Review Mother Daze!




Mother Daze Tales from the Imperfect Playground by Christine Carr.
When my first child was born ten years ago I had no clue what an adventure I was about to embark upon. So much love spilling over in my heart. So much to learn about parenting. So much sleep deprivation. I wish at that time that I had a copy of the book Mother Daze by Christine Carr. Christine is a married Mom of three children who has a daytime gig as a grade school PE teacher. She is candid and funny as she relates stories of her parenting mishaps and triumphs. Oftentimes this book is laugh out loud hilarious. This book is a must read for us Moms who never seem to have a spare second for ourselves. I found myself nodding my head in agreement while I was reading many of the chapters; especially Chapter 3 The Mental F-Bomb and Chapter 11 That Face In The Mirror.

This book put a smile on my face and left me feeling reassured about the parenting job that I am doing with my own two girls. It is a celebration of Moms everywhere. I am grateful that I was able to review this fun to read book. Review By: Wendi

Mother Daze Review
I received my book in an envelope with it personally signed by the author which was a nice touch. This is a beautiful book from a mother who gives detailed raw messages about her pregnancy and being a mom. It is very helpful for moms to be and current moms. As a current mom, I enjoyed identifying with several of the stories and thinks that I thought about but haven't talked to other moms about. The illustrations throughout the book put a smile on my face. I would recommend this read to a mom for a realistic point of view. Review By: Linda




Have you ever gone over to someone Else's house and seen how their children act and think well I guess my kids aren't so bad? Or seen all the clutter and thought, well my house isn't so dirty? Come on admit it. I have one friend that I love going to her house because then I don't feel so bad about my house and kids.

Mother Daze - Tales from the Imperfect Playground is a wonderful and funny book about motherhood. Everything about motherhood. Christine Carr tells stories about motherhood that make you say, good, I'm not the only one who did that. I loved reading her book! It's a laugh out loud, make you cry kinda book. You know when you and your girlfriends sit down and talk? This book is just like that. A must read for all moms.
Christine Carr is an Elementary School Physical Education teacher and she suggests if you really want to know how your children are doing in school, ask the PE teacher. They can tell you how your child plays with other children, how they interact on a social level. I'm definitely going to do this the next time I'm at school. Review By: Anne


Mother Daze
Tales from the Imperfect playground

How comforting it is to read a book about motherhood and be able to think, “I’m so glad someone else feels that way.” Being a mother is the hardest, yet most amazing and rewarding thing women will ever do! Christine Carr hit it right on the nail! The experiences made me laugh and cry, hitting so close to home. Having the same feelings, from the first day ever finding out about pregnancy, to adding another and figuring out how to balance it all and feel like a normal person at same time. Then, between all of that, how do we raise these children? She definitely has great advice and wonderful stories to back it up. There are many pages I have marked with quotes I would like to remember and refer to. One favorite is, “Acknowledging we are not perfect is refreshing, and admitting that fact is quite freeing. Release, relax, and most importantly, be free!” Each of us get irritated, frustrated, and overwhelmed, but we love our children more than anything in life and it is okay to have these feelings. “I trust that as long as our children know they are loved, in every sense of the word, they will most definitely be okay.” I believe Christine Carr truly was inspired to write this book for all mothers to know they are amazing! Review By: Melinda



Have you ever felt guilty when another mother lists off the mile long list of extra curricular activities her 6 month old is involved in? Did you look at your child and feel sorry for them assuming they were already behind the curve because you were a slacker mom? Now as a mom of three I realize how ridiculous those things are but when I only had one it was far too easy to fall into parenting traps. Mommy Daze: Tales from the Imperfect Playground by Christine Carr is a light hearted and humorous book. This book is a quick read that will act as the perfect pick me up for any mom who is feeling inadequate in her parenting skills. I love how Christine recounts her own Mommy Daze or as I call it Mommy Brain moments and how her kids turned out just fine. This is the perfect gift for a new mom to help her relax and enjoy being a mom.
Review By: Ellen


Mother Daze By: Christine Carr was a true joy for the begining to end. I am a mom of three and truly related to so many things she talks about... I love that she is direct and to the point. I know we have all read what to do the first year,2nd and so on... This book opens up about the realistic lives of being a mom... We do fall into a world of trying to be perfect and make sure everything is perfect when in reality, it isn't and even when feeling down in the dumps and exhausted that it's O.K. to have these feeling... Motherhood shouldn't be a judgement ,but rather a learning process... I look at it this way. If in the end, our kids say please,thank you,excuse me,god bless you,help others,hold doors,are respectful,love then we did a damn good job of raising them, no matter how hard it is.. Thank You Christine for this book. I loved it... Keep up the good work! Review By: Heather



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Thursday, February 18, 2010

Feeling Dry??? Here's your solution...


FIRST AID BEAUTY TO DEBUT ON QVC®

Solution-Driven Skincare Brand to Offer Ultra Repair Cream

through Multimedia Retailer



New York, NY (February 18, 2010) — First Aid Beauty® LLC (FAB), a premium skincare collection that caters to universal beauty concerns, as well as the needs of sensitive and challenged skin, announced today it is scheduled to debut on QVC Monday, February 22. FAB’s hero product, Ultra Repair Cream (QVC Item #A200179; Approximately $39.00/12oz), is scheduled to appear on QVC at 10am EST, with FAB Founder & CEO Lilli Gordon appearing on-air.



“There’s a clear synergy between QVC and First Aid Beauty,” said Gordon. “They offer practical solutions to the toughest beauty problems, and First Aid Beauty provides just that: intensive treatments for a number of skin challenges. It’s a perfect fit.”



“We are excited to offer our customers one of the newest products from First Aid Beauty,” said Allen Burke, director of beauty merchandising for QVC. “Our customers are passionate about skincare and we are confident that it will be a great addition to the selection available at QVC.”



FAB Ultra Repair Cream is a deeply penetrating over-the-counter treatment that nourishes the skin and provides immediate relief for dry, scaly skin. FAB’s top-selling Ultra Repair Cream boasts ingredients such as Colloidal Oatmeal, Allantoin, Eucalyptus Oil, Ceramides, Shea Butter and the powerful FAB Antioxidant Booster to protect, heal and soothe the skin, help defend skin from free radical attack and improve the skin’s moisturization. FAB Ultra Repair Cream may be applied anywhere – elbows, feet, hands and even the face – for instant relief and hydration. FAB Ultra Repair Cream contains no harsh chemicals and is dermatologist-recommended, allergy-tested and fragrance-free.



In addition to QVC and QVC.com, First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream will be available through Sephora and Sephora.com, as well as on the brand’s website, www.firstaidbeauty.com.


Designer shoes 50% off FABULOUS!

Shoptheshoebox.com is having an up to 50% off winter sale right now. Marked down shoes start at just $59! A small sampling of the discounted shoes are below and attached. Brands include: Proenza Schouler, Kors, Stella McCartney, Donald J. Pliner, Kate Spade, Stuart Weitzman, Shoebox, Sergio Rossi, Pucci, Marc by Marc Jacobs and more!




Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Need a place to stay in CT??


On a Business trip heading to CT? Courtyard Marriott in Cromwell,CT is where you need to stay. This hotel is known to cater to business travelers.. The staff is very accommodating. Centralized in the state this makes it easy for all highway access... This is also a great Hotel for families that have hockey players... The Marriott is down the street from Champions skate arena. Families come from all over and Courtyard Marriott is always their first choice to stay... And if you are local this is a great place to host an event/party. They even offer kids birthday party packages that include the use of their indoor swimming pool and your choice of an assortment of foods from taco bars to chicken tender feasts.. Love it!
Hotel Highlights:

Full service hotel offering lounge, restaurant, meeting & banquet space, Starbucks & free parking
Business Center with wireless Internet in public areas. Large flexible meeting and banquet space
Convenient location central to New York and Boston just outside Hartford with Free Parking.


Don't forget to Book The Courtyard Marriott when planning your next trip,party or event...


Courtyard Marriott
4 Sebethe Dr.
Cromwell,CT 06416
Phone:1-860-635-1001
Fax:1-860-635-0684
Sales: 1-860-635-1001
Sales Fax: 1-860-635-6478

Who says shoes can't be rolled???


Love these... Packing drives me crazy... I have tried so many ways to make all my items fit without having to sit on my suitcase to pull that stinking zipper closed.. Well wouldn't you say, the worst thing to pack is shoes? I cringe because they are always the last to go in right? Well This product is Fabulous, FOOTZYROLLS I think a wonderful creation.. Adorable, comfy ballet flats that roll up into a little bag... I received a pair to try and I have to tell you I was afraid that the shape would be weird when rolled out,however that wasn't the case. These shoes are so comfy cozy and perfect for travel... They offer a variety of colors.. When you are planning your next trip and only want to take a few pairs of shoes.. Make sure that you pack an assortment of footzyrolls... They are a casual,comfy style suitable for any feet and occasion.

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