by Nicole Etolen | Feb 1, 2012 | For the Home
Okay, I know that organizing supplies don’t exactly scream “romance” at first glance, but as a blogger and really busy mom, I can tell you that I would be thrilled with something that allows me to manage all of my contacts, networks, and so on....
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 31, 2012 | Entertainment
Check out this fun widget to celebrate the upcoming release of Lady and the Tramp Diamond Edition on Blu-Ray/DVD. Don’t miss the “recipes” under the Activities section, you can make your own Lady and the Tramp spaghetti and recreate one of the...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 31, 2012 | Gift Ideas
What do women really want most for Valentine’s Day? According to this infographic, everything from chocolates to a car. Really, a car? That seems a bit excessive! All I really want for Valentine’s Day is to spend it with my boyfriend alone. I’m...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 31, 2012 | Books
On the Bright Side, a new “tween” paranormal story with a humorous twist, is releasing today in Kindle format (paperback will be available in February). The story follows Gabby, a disgruntled tween angel who has just been assigned to protect her school...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 30, 2012 | For the Home
When you’re on the go, it’s easy to spend a small fortune on coffee, soda, and other beverages. First there’s the coffee to keep your eyes open while you drive, then the coffee to help you get through the line at the grocery store to keep you from...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 30, 2012 | Health & Beauty
While I don’t wear glasses myself (yet, I think I’m getting to the point where I may need them soon, at least for driving at night), just about everyone in my family does wear them. I know how difficult it can be to find frames that are attractive and...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 29, 2012 | Books
With the arrival of the Kindle a few years ago, self-publishing has become far more mainstream than it used to be. Back in the “old days,” publishing your own book meant shelling out tons of money in the hopes of getting a little in return. Now, it takes...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 27, 2012 | Books
Today is Lewis Carroll’s birthday. He would be 180 if he was still alive. While Carroll is best known for his books Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland and its sequel, Through the Looking Glass, Carroll also wrote the poem “The Hunting of the...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 26, 2012 | Books
I’m not generally a jewelry person, except when it comes to pieces inspired by Alice in Wonderland. I’ve always wanted an Alice charm bracelet, but never quite found the one I wanted when I had the money, or didn’t have the money when I found the one...
by Nicole Etolen | Jan 25, 2012 | Kids & Family
Like most toys on television, Jake has the Wuggle Pets commercial memorized and sings it randomly throughout the day. He’s been asking for them, but to be honest, I wasn’t sure how well they’d work. I’ve been burned before with “make your...