****This post is written by MommyTeaches/Eileen thanks to the generosity of Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. I received a copy of this beautiful book to review and giveaway to a reader and, in exchange, have provided my honest opinions for readers below.**** “Shimmer & Splash: The Sparkling World of Sea Life” by Jim Arnosky captures the reader immediately with the cover. The illustrations are so realistic and inviting you just want to dive right into the book! As soon as I saw … [Read more...]
Creating an Active and Healthy Lifestyle with The Active Family Project
May 16, 2013 By 2 Comments
***I was invited to attend this event and pass along this information to my readers. I was not paid though I received some lovely samples from generous sponsors. All opinions are 100% mine.*** I was honored to be invited to the new initiative of the Active Family Project with spokesperson Elisabeth Hasselbeck. This campaign was very intriguing to me because it is designed to help moms make quality, active time a priority with the ones we love most. This is one subject that is high … [Read more...]
Se Habla Musica Giveaway and How Music Moves Us
May 15, 2013 By 18 Comments
**** This post is written by MommyTeaches/Eileen thanks to the generosity of Target. I received a Target gift card and so will one lucky reader! In exchange, I have provided my honest opinions for you below**** Content and/or other value provided by our partner, Target. Music has always been a part of my life, from watching my sister breakdance on the corner of our block in Brownsville, Brooklyn with a group of other kids to my mom cleaning the house on Friday blazing Salsa and Merengue … [Read more...]
Remembering My Braces Days and Now There is Invisalign
May 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
I was so excited to hear about Invisalign at TheSitsGirls Bloggy Bootcamp because, quite frankly, I DESPISED my traditional braces and my orthodontist as well! I am so happy that adults, pre-teens and teens have a modern choice for straightening their teeth. Gone are the days of the torture of traditional braces! The awesome news is that, with Invisalign, you don’t have to go through this anymore! This clear alternative to metal braces uses a series of invisible and removable aligners that, … [Read more...]
Which Form of Reading Do You Practice at Home?
May 10, 2013 By 2 Comments
With a mother who truly loves reading and writing I was convinced my boys would feel the same. I mean I read to them as soon as I knew I had conceived. They LOVE for me to read to them but not as often as I would like, will they pick up a book to read just out of the blue. I actually have to tell them, “why don’t you read a book?” of they will ask me, “Mommy, can you read us this tonight?”. That to me is enough right now because at least they hear me read or they chime in. Making the … [Read more...]
The Blog Workshop Online Conference: Are You Attending?
May 9, 2013 By 2 Comments
**** This is a sponsored post written by MommyTeaches/Eileen on behalf of The Blog Workshop. All views and opinions are 100% my own**** As you know, we are about a week away from The Blog Workshop’s online conference and I am so psyched. I mean, who wouldn’t be? You get to attend a blogger conference from the comfort and privacy of wherever you choose, you don’t have to travel anywhere, you can pull your chair up to your PC and indulge in a drink of choice (whatever that may be!), and … [Read more...]
Enter the Charmin Campaign Sweepstakes
May 7, 2013 By 2 Comments
It’s no secret that I am a Mama Bear and that we only use Charmin in our household. My daily routine of working hard at home and juggling all things “Mami” (including our budget) leaves me with no choice but to seek out only the best in quality and affordability. Charmin Basic bathroom tissue is an outstanding and affordably priced product for me and my family. It’s DureFlex™ texture is perfect in the soft and durability department for my little bear cubs. The strength and efficiency … [Read more...]
A Heroic Mother and Her Online Auction For Diabetes Research
May 6, 2013 By 2 Comments
When I received an email about this particularly heroic mom, I knew I wanted to write about her. What better timing than in the month of May as thoughts of Mother’s Day are sprinkled all throughout the month. I am always sensitive to topics of mothers giving their 100% to their children because I myself am that type of mother. Today, I’m sharing how I was touched by the story of Brenda Novak, and the great things she is doing for all those who have been diagnosed with Diabetes. As a … [Read more...]
Book Review and Giveaway of Loogie The Booger Genie: Prince of Prank
May 3, 2013 By 19 Comments
Loogie the Booger Genie by N.E. Castle was a great book, provided to me by the author so I insisted on sharing it with my readers in the form of a review and giveaway on the blog! It’s a book that any second grader (and older!) will really find intriguing and will not want to put down. The story is one that many children in this age group can relate to. After all, how many of us enjoyed playing pranks at Prince Loogar’s age? I know I sure did and these fun and games is what the story is all … [Read more...]
A Moms Experience with P&G’s ¿Ya Probaste Esto? – $400 P&G Products Giveaway
May 1, 2013 By 22 Comments
Attending the ¿Ya Probaste Esto? (Have you tried this yet?) RSVParty hosted by P&G was a truly informative session as a woman, mother and wife. This program does exactly what is says as it introduced me to products that make any woman’s life easier and less stressful. I always find the better the product, the easier it is to use and the less I have to do, which is less stress for me, and in the end, leads to a happier mami, esposa, and mujer! Our days are crazy busy as it is and sometimes … [Read more...]
