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Introducing the new Sesame Street Character :: Mando!
©2013 Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. Many of us grew up watching Grover, Cookie Monster and Big Bird and have fond memories of Sesame Street. I love that my daughter enjoys watching this quality and educational program and we can laugh together at Cookie Monster’s antics! Sesame Street was conceived in 1966, and was first aired on public broadcasting television stations November 10, 1969, and will celebrate it’s 44th season this coming September. The history of Sesame Street has reflected changing attitudes to developmental psychology, early childhood education and cultural diversity. Featuring Jim Henson’s Muppets, animation, live shorts, humor and celebrity appearances, it was the first television program of its kind…
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Kids :: Enjoy Summer with the BabbaBox
Have you ever woken up on summer morning, and asked “What am I going to do with my kids today”? Summer break is an amazing time of exploration, growth and bonding for you and yours. But it can also be taxing (ok, even maddening) for parents as we are faced with keeping our kids occupied all day with fun, enriching activities and picking up where school left off. As my daughter is still in kindergarten and only goes to school a few hours each day – there are some days when I ask myself what am I going to do today? My daughter loves to do crafts and science projects so we make frequent…
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Send Something Unique for Mother’s Day!
Since becoming a mother over six years ago, I always look forward to getting the handmade artwork or crafts that my daughter makes for me for Mother’s Day! I think I am pretty easy to shop for (my husband might disagree) as I love flowers and treats on Mom’s Day but trying to figure out what to get my mom can cause me a bit of stress! Not this year though! Recently, I came across The Goodies Company (love this name) that provides a monthly box of snacks delivered right to the door. Subscribers to the Goodies Co. Taster’s Box receive a monthly box of 5-8 snacks for $7/month (includes shipping). I know…
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A Mother’s Day Poem by Adrienne Rich
I know you are reading this poem as you pace beside the stove warming milk, a crying child on your shoulder, a book in your hand because life is short and you too are thirsty. I know you are reading this poem which is not in your language guessing at some words while others keep you reading and I want to know which words they are. I know you are reading this poem listening for something, torn between bitterness and hope turning back once again to the task you cannot refuse. I know you are reading this poem because there is nothing else left to read there where you have landed,…
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Entering the World of Mom Bloggers at the Mom 2.0 Summit
This past weekend I attended the Mom 2.0 Summit at The Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel where hundreds of women bloggers were looking to connect with other women as well as with the sponsors and partners of the event such as Honda, Whirlpool, and Dove. It was pretty amazing to be in a room full of women (and a handful of men) who were so interested to learn some tricks of the trade about how to turn their hobbies or businesses into a more successful one. This was my first Mom Blogger event and I really didn’t know what to expect. Wow – was I impressed! From the quality of key-note speakers to the caliber of women in the…
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Recipe :: Peanut Butter Cookies
Peanut Butter Cookies: These are so more-ish and yummy. They make a delicious after school snack for the kids, or a tasty treat to go with your afternoon tea or coffee. You will need: 125 g butter (softened at room temperature) ½ cup crunchy peanut butter 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup white sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 cups self-raising flour peanuts for decoration Directions: In a bowl mix together the butter, peanut butter and sugars. Add the egg and gradually stir in the flour. Roll teaspoonful mixtures into balls and place on a baking tray. Press down with a fork and place a whole…
