I have a confession to make…I never played with Barbies. I was a bit of a tomboy as a kid. Well – I take that back. I was a closet girlie girl. I had a few Cabbage Patch dolls, a Poochie Dog Stamper and got excited over a Hello Kitty notebook. But in public? I…
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Staying in this Valentine’s Day?
Roses are red, violets are blue. Staying home this Valentine’s Day? Then these games are for you. Are you hosting a Valentine’s Day party for friends or family, staying in with your sweetie, or looking for a fun gift for your children? Here are three suggestions that are sure to delight your loved ones. With…
California Pizza Kitchen Offers New Way to Taste Everything!!
California Pizza Kitchen is probably the most inventive and original Pizza Bakers out there. The toppings that you can get on your pizza are like no others – from my personal favorite, the Greek (which basically has all of my favorite ingredients from a Greek Salad, chilled, on top of a warm pizza) to the…
Ouch Pouch Will Save The Day
I admit it, trying to find something in my purse, is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. It’s a sad sight. A couple of weeks ago, when my daughter skinned her knee while out on a walk, the poor thing sat by my side with giant crocodile tears, as I frantically searched…
It’s Raining Cheeseburgers
It’s finally here! Tomorrow is the release date for Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs on Blu-ray and DVD. It’s a great addition to your home movie library, perfect for family movie nights and a great purchase to make with the gift cards you or your children received over the holidays. When Flint Lockwood’s (Bill…
A Perfect Keepsake Blanket
I am a winter baby, born on the first day of winter – December 21st. Yes, my birthday is pretty close to Christmas. Although I get many joint presents and also tend to spend birthday money on gifts for friends and family, I love being a winter baby. What about you? Are you or any…
It’s Love, Angel, Music, Baby
Okay, I must be living under a rock, because I have loved Gwen Stefani since No Doubt released Tragic Kingdom in 1995, and I had no idea that she had an adorable fragrance collection called Harajuku Lovers. When we were contacted about the new Harajuku Snow Bunnies Gift Set for winter, I was immediately drawn…
Rice Krispie® Treats…my favorite holiday treat!
This morning I was making out my “holiday treats” list — a list of all of the yummy, yummy holiday treats that I will attempt to make/bake this month! At the top of that list is the Rice Krispie® Treat Wreath! It is my in-laws favorite so I make it every single year. It’s my…
Win Harry Potter on Blu-Ray and a Blu-Ray player
Are you still scratching your head wondering what to buy for a certain someone on your list? Does that person happen to be a Harry Potter fan? Just in time for the holidays, the Harry Potter Ultimate edition for year 1 and year 1 is available on Blu-Ray and DVD. I have to say that…
Tie Free Apron Giveaway
As one of the writers here at 5 Minutes for Mom, I get to try out some really cool things, and this review is no exception. My girls love to help daddy in the kitchen. They’ve recently really started baking a lot of breads and other yummy treats together, and how can I forget Saturday…