The Miz walked into the WWE & Mattel panel giving us the show we are used to seeing from him. He is The Miz, and folks, he truly believes he is awesome. If you remember him from the Real World, then you know that he has a touch of ADD mixed with long winded speech, proving to be an interesting combination for a press panel. He was all over the place, going from talking shit about Ryan Seacrest to the future of his career;
When I went on the Real World, it really expanded my mind. I mean, when I got home I was having fun in college, but lets face it, the classes got in the way. So I started training, and I was the underdog. I think it was until I won [the MITB] that people took me serious. And you know what? I will be bigger than Hulk Hogan. I will be bigger than Steve Austin. I will be bigger than the Rock. I am The Miz, and I AM AWESOME.”
However, even with the three piece suit and the Money in the Bank Briefcase, he far from overshadowed the beautiful Eve. Almost demure, Eve spoke very little, but entertained a bit of banter between her and the Miz.
We also got to see the teaser trailer, inclusive of the new line of toys to be released in January, known as the Defining Moments series. The first action figure to hit the shelves is the Randy Savage joint, showcased by the jerky eating wrestler himself. I think it’s important to note that the figurine is a replica of Savage in his hayday, with the release being a true Defining Moment, since he has not had an action figure released in more than 12 years.
The Defining Moments pack will come out bi-monthly, with each one featuring 2 figures. Check for the debut on January 11th.
The entire universe has been taken over with Gabba-Fever, with kids and adults alike running around singing all of those remixed eighties jingles. It seems that the excitement has recently spilled into the fashion industry, with the recent release of the DJ Lance Rock! Dunny from Kid Robot. He is so official, with his fuzzy orange hat and ghettoblaster. Check for them at Kidrobot’s booth at this year’s Comic Con, or in the Fall at Kidrobot.com.
Just like everything else we played as a kid, rock paper scissors has been replaced with something a little more modern. The newest game taking the youth by storm is Monkey-Pirate-Robot-Ninja-Zombie; check out the rules:
Made in the U.S.A using 100% recycled cardboard material, the Shuttle Imagination by KidsCraft will take your child on a new adventure every day. The unique design allows for a sturdy drawing surface, while remaining fully functional as an indoor or outdoor playhouse. The Shuttle Imagination is eco-friendly as well, and encourages creative and artistic play.
Review
At first glance, this cardboard rocket ship looks like it would be a piece of cake to put together. The box was light enough for me to carry around on my own, so I assumed that the assembly would be a breeze. Soon after unboxing, I realized that that would not be the case. Due to my small size, the rocket ship over powered me. My arm span wasn’t wide enough to connect the pieces and hold it together at the same time, and so it actually took two of us to put together.
After E-Dub and I started working together, the rest was a breeze. The directions were easy to put together and we had no fitment problems. The Shuttle is much bigger than I anticipated, allowing more than enough space on the inside for both my eight year old and my three year old. The canvas of the Shuttle was as promised; completely bare with astrological cut outs. The first thing that Zion and Sevyn wanted? The top to be red, so that it could be uber fast.
After that, the kids really just wanted to add a night sky and get inside. With ample space, they got inside and built a fort on the outside.
After 22 days, my boys still play with this thing daily. They get inside with a portable DVD player and a bowl of popcorn. They use it as a tag base. They made it a clubhouse. It’s their own special place…emphasis on their own.
We highly reccomend the Shuttle Imagination from KidsCraft. If I could give it 5 stars, I would. It’s an amazing way for kids to create as well as use their imagination.
If you have ever had a baby, then the world Medela should be in constant rotation in your vocabulary. The leader in breastfeeding products and accessories, the company focuses on making quality and long lasting products to help moms deliver the healthiest meals to their babies. While the art of breastfeeding seems like it’s just ‘plug and play’, believe me, it’s not [they don't call it an art for nothing]. Luckily, Medela’s products are easy to use by helping moms to successfully breastfeed their babies and to do so for as long as they choose.
Medela was gracious enough to send me one of their Pump In Style Advanced breast pumps [otherwise known as a PNSA] which comes in two different options; either the Shoulder Bag, or the Backpack. While I used both with Sevyn, who just turned three, my good friend just had a baby, so I had her try it out for a couple of weeks to see how it was.
Review
As a first time mom, Sarah had no idea what to expect. After working with a lactation counselor, she learned how to get her little one to latch and was eventually ready to return back to work and start pumping [note: you should wait a couple of weeks after birth to do so]. The Medela PSNA system was a perfect fit for her, since her job is fast paced and she is always on the go. It comes with a bag that is easy to disguise [who wants to be seen toting around a breast pump in the office or the mall?], including everything you need to not only pump, but store as well. The system itself is easy to put together, and is ready to go in as little as 30 seconds. It comes with two BPA free bottles to screw onto the tubes, which in turn connect to the pump itself. After the initial let down period, the pump can be adjusted to a comfortable pressure and should be finished within 10-15 minutes [dependent on your flow]. After you are through pumping, you can store the milk in the collapsible ice chest inside of the bag for a couple of hours.
Product Specs:
Daily use · double pump · electric
Adjustable speed/vacuum dial lets mom choose her most comfortable setting.
Removable PVC-free cooler bag with contoured ice pack keeps milk cool for up to 12 hours.
More milk in less time with 2-Phase Expression® technology when pumping at Maximum Comfort Vacuum™.
Everything included in an attractive PVC-free microfiber bag for fast and easy pumping.
Helpful storage pockets for organization.
Convenient integrated work surface for mom.
Double pumping kit includes PersonalFit™ breast shields.
Do you have a newborn or know someone who does? Are you getting ready to drop a little bundle of joy? Well, you are in luck! Medela is giving away a Pump in Style Advanced to one lucky reader [valued at $280]
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The Lego Felt Tip 110 took three weeks to get working, completely coded and designed by the creator. Check out this vid, showcasing the printer in action.
Crane is known for their humidifiers, especially the last couple of years, since they have been offering the sports and animal themed joints. With the seasons changing, my sons have had a ton of allergies, which means VapoRub on the chest and humidifiers on all night. Crane was generous enough to send us one of their Dragon Humidifiers to try out, and boy did it help. If you’ve never used a humidifier, check out the benefits:
additional comfort to cold symptoms, dry itchy skin, and chapped lips.
The whisper quiet humidifier operates on a low power consumption providing up to 11 hours of moisture from a removable one gallon water tank.
Includes an automatic shut off safety feature when water tank is empty
Provides relief for cough, cold and flu symptoms
Supports easier breathing and congestion relief from allergy and asthmatic type symptoms
Review
Sinnce I’m a mom, I read the entire manual, but there really was no need to. The humidifier was pretty plug and play [literally] and we had it all set up in less that 20 minutes. The first time we plugged it in, it produced tiny, white particles through the vents, but after about 5 minutes that dissipated. It has consistently run for about 10-14 hours when full, which is plenty of time. When the mist comes out, it shoots through the nostrils of the dragon, which is the cutest thing I have ever seen.
Reccomendation
The same thing that made me fall in love with this product is the thing that causes it’s downfall in my house. The Dragon is so adorable that everyone loves it. Especially my three year old, who constantly wants to touch it, turn the knobs, pull the reservoir off [you get the point]. I suppose if you had an extension cord and a high enough shelf, this wouldn’t even be an issue.
You can pick up one of these adorable and quality humidifiers from Target, Walmart, Toys R Us etc for roughly $40 or you can win one here for free!
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I think I am in love. Due to the kid-unfriendly Tumblr I just found, Shit My Kids Ruined, I am getting ready to take this Nikon all over the house and submit.submit.submit. This is a healthy mommy outlet…right? Check out some of my favorite recent submissions.
Remember those awkward pre-teen years? Middle school is kicking your ass, and music rules your life? Well, this young lady was minding her own business, practicing her dance moves, when her little brother played a little prank on her.
April doesn’t just bring in Spring, it ushers in the the 14th anniversary of National Poetry Month. And itty bitty literary greats with a love for furry friends are celebrating with the 3rd annual “Paws for Poetry” Contest (http://pawsforpoetry.org/).
To enter, children ages 5-12 are to write a poem to, and provide a photo of, their favorite animal friend. The contest, sponsored by Meet Me at the Corner http://www.meetmeatthecorner.org/(podcasts for kids by kids) and Flashlight Press, is open to children ages 5-12. It’s as simple as writing a poem in honor of the animal in their life and submitting a photo of the four-legged family member.
$25-$50 Amazon.com gift cards are up for grabs by the winners. Not to mention, work will be judged by children’s author, poet, and Iraqi war veteran Thad Krasnesky, writer of the upcoming “That Cat Can’t Stay.” .
All submissions should be mailed to “Paws for Poetry” Contest, c/o Meet Me at the Corner, 20 West Del Norte, Colorado Springs, CO, 80907. The contest deadline is April 15, 2010.
While this idea might be a bit taboo for some of you out there, I think it is adorable. My husband and I are both covered in tattoo art, and believe in creative expression, no matter the form. This new kit from Kids, Ink allows kids to draw on their own jailhouse tattoos, with four non-toxic pens and tons of stencils. Get the kit here for $10.
