by Nicole Etolen | Mar 24, 2013 | Kids & Family
From the time they are born, children need constant stimulation. Providing fun and educational activities provides children with the necessary opportunities to explore their new world in the safest environment possible. Part of this process involves parents actively...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 24, 2013 | For the Home
A few weeks ago, I was offered an early bird trial of Blurb’s new Designer Photo Book Templates , and it seemed like the perfect opportunity to round up some memories into a more physical form. I went back and forth on which memories I wanted to capture, before...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 23, 2013 | Entertainment
Hummingbirds are one of my favorite types of birds. We used to have feeders on our porch, and every year the same birds would come back to visit us. They’re brave little things, flying right by your head sometimes! They always seemed to be fighting over the...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 23, 2013 | Kids & Family
Thank you to Tom Bruce for this great look at the benefits of playgrounds! Communities no matter where they happen to be, can really benefit from a playground or recreational area in many ways. Children living in a city neighborhood can take advantage of the area not...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 22, 2013 | Fashion
Stella & Dot has taken Hollywood by storm with celebrities and editors adoring Stella & Dot’s boutique style jewelry and accessories line! Elizabeth Banks, an actress, producer and director, has been spotted wearing the Stella & Dot Medina Bib...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 22, 2013 | For the Home
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Biz Stain Fighter for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. I can't stand doing laundry. Actually, I'm not a fan of most cleaning tasks, but laundry is at the top of my list of things that I avoid as long...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 22, 2013 | Books
Bound to You (Book 3 of the Spellbound Series) Toni’s life is just one complication after another. First, her past comes back to her, then she has to deal with a psycho, and now it’s the biggest of them all. A choice that could destroy one life and be the bright...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 21, 2013 | Tips & Crafts
If you’re a mom then there’s no doubt about it that you have a lot on your plate. From the minute you wake up, to the minute you fall asleep, the work day doesn’t end. You’re constantly going, doing, and working. One responsibility that falls on a lot of moms is...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 21, 2013 | Entertainment, Lifestyle
Relationships thrive on private couple time, but too many couples get caught up in the day-to-day tasks of raising a family and maintaining a home, often forgetting to take time to just enjoy each other. Having a regular date night can do wonders for your...
by Nicole Etolen | Mar 20, 2013 | Social Good
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of NMEDA for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Do you know of a local hero who could use a little extra help getting around? The National Mobility Equipment Dealer Association (NMEDA) wants to help celebrate...