This post has been long overdue. I’ve now been a member of the YMCA – Twin Cities since late May last year (2013). I wrote part 1 of my review last June after being a member for a few weeks and was super excited about finally joining a gym (for the first time in my […]
The Mommy MD Guide to Losing Weight and Feeling Great – Book Review
Not long ago I shared information about a new book called The Mommy MD Guide to Losing Weight and Feeling Great. I received the eBook version of the book for review which I’ve been reading when working out at the YMCA, and it’s been a great inspiration with tips about eating, exercise, supplementing, coping with setbacks, stress, and more. […]
Livin’ Lean with Trader Joe’s Cookbook Review (plus sample recipes!)
It’s the beginning of the New Year, and like many others, my resolutions include eating and living more healthfully. This past year I did ok – I didn’t gain weight, but I didn’t lose any either (I’m still trying to lose those pesky last 10 pregnancy pounds!). A couple ways I plan to eat better […]
Bitsy’s Brainfood Smart Snacks for Kids Review
Kids love to snack, and my kids do it all day long! As a mom of 2 picky eater young kids, I am always on the lookout for better ways to get my kids to eat healthfully. But there are way too many snacks out there that mainly offer empty calories and junk, like crackers […]
Disney on Ice presents Passport to Adventure in St. Paul through Dec. 15th – Review
Our family had a fun time at Disney on Ice presents “Passport to Adventure” on Thursday night at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. Our kids, Heidi (age 5) and Thor (age 3), were amazed as they watched their favorite characters perform on the ice with special effects and fun songs. The show includes […]
Caribou Coffee Limited-Time Holiday Beverages & Gifts Galore – plus a $10 Gift Card Giveaway!
Who loves coffee? I DO!!!! (Yeah, I know…I’ve said that a FEW times before…) Well, I’m SUPER excited to host a Caribou Coffee $10 gift card giveaway, especially now as the Christmas/holiday season is underway and as it gets colder and colder outside (it’s freezing out there!). I love Caribou Coffee, and I especially love […]
Macy’s Santaland is Open in Minneapolis!
The 51st Annual Macy’s Santaland is now open in Minneapolis! Last night my family and I attended a special media/blogger preview event of Santaland and we had a great time. Santaland is a FREE walk-through display where you experience the story of Santa’s elves at the North Pole as they prepare for Christmas.
The Choo Choo Bob Show won 3 Emmys including Best Children’s Program!
The Choo Choo Bob Show, produced right here in Minnesota, has won 3 Emmys! At the Upper Midwest Emmys this past month, the Choo Choo Bob Show won for Best Children’s Program (12 & Under), Program Writer (Non-News), and Lighting. It was also nominated for Musical Composition/Arrangement, Program Editor (Non-News), and On-Camera Talent-Performer/Narrator. If you haven’t […]
Kiwi Crate Review – Creative Hands-On Projects for Kids
The holiday season is coming soon which means starting to think about fun things to do as a family to celebrate! A neat company that can help your family do that is Kiwi Crate. Kiwi Crate is a creativity company I just learned about that develops fun, hands-on projects for kids ages 3-7. I checked […]
Pleasant Valley Orchard in Shafer, MN (near Taylors Falls)
One of our family’s favorite apple orchards to visit for the past few years has been Pleasant Valley Orchard in Shafer, MN, a short drive away from the Twin Cities near Taylors Falls. Where is Pleasant Valley Orchard? It feels like a little getaway for our family as we drive east on Highway 8 from […]