Can the sporty, new 2018 Toyota CH-R handle a weekend full of errands and kids? Thanks to our friends at Drive Shop and Toyota, we had the chance to put it to the test. In our house, weekends are usually spent running errands or carting the kids from place to place. I’m not going to…
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Surprise Blind Bags | Stocking Stuffers for Kids
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I don’t know about you, but my kids are obsessed with Blind Bags. For those that don’t know, Blind Bags are those tiny collectible toys that you can usually find at most checkout counters or discount stores. Basically every toy line has it’s own form of Blind Bag these days. Whether it’s Shopkins, Grossery Gang,…
Toy Insider Top “Tech 12” Toys of 2017
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Tech is the way of the world. Even babies have tech these days. So it stands to reason that some of the hot toys for the 2017 holiday season are going to be tech-related. The Toy Insider “Top Tech 12” list includes drones, droids, and even dolls. If you’re looking for a cool gadget to…
Toy Insider Top “STEM 10” Toys of 2017
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STEM toys are a hot trend in toys right now. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. While all play is beneficial and lots of toys have educational benefits, STEM toys are focused on preparing children for a world that is more technically oriented. Here are the top 10 STEM toys selected by the…
The 2017 Toy Insider “Hot 20” Holiday Toys
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We were invited to the Toy Insider HoliDAY of Play event in New York City, which featured many of the hottest toys for the upcoming holiday season. The event focused on their top picks, which were grouped into 3 lists: The “Hot 20”, “Tech 12”, and “STEM 10”. The Hot 20 is a list compiled…
30 Advent Calendars for Kids
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The advent calendars we bought for the kids were a huge hit last year. We all had a lot of fun opening the little doors each day to see what surprise was inside. These advent calendars also double as gifts that your kids will love, and will last them more than just the month of…
24 Holiday Picture Books to Countdown to Christmas
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Countdown to Christmas with this collection of picture books that the whole family will love. From beloved classics to new favorites, our list celebrates the best of the holiday season. Holiday books have been a part of my holiday celebration since I was a little girl. Our annual tradition was to read The Night Before…
Family Game Night Gift Guide
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We resolved to make 2017 the year of play for our family. One way we accomplished that goal was to make time for a family game night more often. Dedicating special time for play has helped our family build stronger connections, communicate and forget about the stresses of life for a while. We’d love for…
Spreading Disney Magic with Disney’s KEEP Collective Collection
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I am obsessed with Disney jewelry. Over the years, I’ve amassed quite the collection of bangles and charms. My jewelry boxes are overflowing. It figures that just when I thought I had enough, KEEP Collective would partner with Disney to create a brand new jewelry line. Hello new obsession! Just take my money! KEEP Collective…
Why the Mazda CX-9 Makes a Great Getaway Car
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Thank you to DriveShop and Mazda for letting us test drive the CX-9 for the week. We are a road trip family. All we need to create memories that will last a lifetime are four wheels, an open road, and a destination. While just about any vehicle can get you from Point A to Point…
