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LUSH – North Park Mall Store Review

By CoolPlaygroundMommy

I first heard about LUSH through a co-worker. I had complimented her perfume choice and she said it was her lemon scented cuticle cream. She recommended I, along with my nine year old, check out LUSH. Over the holidays, we finally got our chance. The store’s location within North Park Mall ... Read More

Reasons to Buy an eReader

By Jeanne

I bought myself a Kindle Touch for Christmas this year, and I am completely hooked. I was debating the decision for a long time before finally taking the plunge and I am so glad ... Read More

Holiday Cards With Shutterfly

By Polly Harrison

Halloween is over and it’s officially time to start getting ready for Christmas! This is my favorite time of year and even though I spend it running from store to special event (and back again), I completely embrace all the sentiment and nostalgia associated with the holidays. One tradition tha... Read More

My Latest Gig – Ladies Home Journal Beauty Ambassador

By CoolPlaygroundMommy

Anyone who knows me can vouch for my love of beauty products. As a young girl, my mom sold Avon products, which served as a catalyst for sampling lipsticks, eye shadows, and blush. When I was finally allowed to wear make up in high school, all I could afford was the Wet N Wild or COVERGIRL line,... Read More

Mom is Only One of My Hats

By Polly Harrison

I really love being a mom. I planned, pleaded and prayed for my children and I realize every day how lucky I am to have them. Still, every once in a while, I like to get in my car, crank up the radio, roll down the windows and pretend I'm footloose and fancy free. The feeling of the wind in my hair ... Read More

Grocery Shopping – The Great Equalizer

By Polly Harrison

No matter who you are or where you live, you will eventually have to go grocery shopping. There are some go-getters who grow most of their own food and may just buy toilet paper or hairspray but even they need to go to the store occasionally and pick up “a few things”. For a fa... Read More

Love at First Sight

By Polly Harrison

You know how sometimes introductions can be a bit awkward? Well when we met the new Malibu it was love at first sight. Head over heels, crazy, starry-eyed love at first sight. It’s only been a few days and it feels like the Malibu is already part of the family. Much tears will be shed wh... Read More

Our $99 Solution to the Summer Whine

By Polly Harrison

First, a disclaimer: if you're one of the lucky people who are fortunate enough to have your own pool in your backyard, you can skip over this post comfortable in the knowledge that your current situation is more than adequate in arming you against the relentless heat. But if you're like my family ... Read More

The Nap Nanny – The Brilliant Invention by a Mom to Help Babies Sleep Better

By rcooksey

Check out this new invention, recently launched into the world of baby products: The Nap Nanny. I first saw this in a Tips N Trends ad in Parents magazine, and clipped it out as a cool product to check out.  My own baby is past this stage, but having 3 kids of my own, I knew this was a great ide... Read More

Steals, Deals, and Worthwhile Splurges for Back to School

By rcooksey

 We all LOVE to find a deal.  Nothing makes women happier (I think) than being asked "Where did you get that great . . . ?" and knowing that she got it for a steal.  (Whether or not you share your bargain hunted price is your own perogative.)  But when we see something that's wor... Read More

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