ASPCA #HappyHOWLidays Event! {10% off adoption fee code!} »

Puppies and kittens and children, oh my! It was a very cute afternoon indeed at our ASPCA event that was hosted at the ASPCA Adoption Center on the Upper East Side. Though the weather outside was frightful the event was absolutely delightful as bloggers arrived, some with their families in tow, to share their day learning about the do's-and-dont's of the pet adoption process.

Introducing the Damon System: A Whole New World of Orthodontics »

Orthodontics seemed almost a rite of passage for both moms and teens. But recently I learned of a new world of orthodontics—the Damon System. This innovative approach uses “tieless” brackets with high-tech wires and minimally invasive...

Disney’s Stylish Celebration of Cinderella: Diamond Edition »

The little girl in your life can dress in a wide selection of magical Cinderella fashions this season. To celebrate the release of Disney’s Cinderella: Diamond Edition Blu-Ray Combo Pack on October 2, Disney created styles to wear from your head to your toes.

The Mom Central “First Drink on Us” Cocktail Party »

Mom Central had a night out! On Wednesday, August 1st we hosted our fifth annual “First Drink on Us” cocktail party, getting the chance to mingle with new and old friends and fellow bloggers in New York City

Daily Deals and Blogger Affiliate Perks from Beget »

What’s better than finding a great deal or discount you can use for yourself or share with your family, friends and followers? Beget offers hundreds of these deals, without restrictive short usage terms or ‘daily’ time limits.

Celebrate Easter with Hershey’s »

I recently attended the Blissdom ’12 conference in Nashville where I mingled with lots of bloggers and marketing representatives. Amidst all the networking, keynote speakers, and special events, there was one booth I couldn’t miss – Hershey’s.

Making the Perfect Pie Crust »

My busy work schedule often moves creative cooking to the back burner. Such long sabbaticals often make me forget just how much I enjoy channeling my inner chef. At the Smucker’s “Gathering Round the Family Table” event, my work suddenly blended with my cooking passion leading to the creation of a pie that looked just as incredible as it tasted.

How I Became an Honorary Smucker’s Cousin »

On the way to Orrville, Ohio, my perception of the Smucker’s family ran through my mind like the brand’s iconic TV commercial featuring boys dragging red wagons full of jelly through apple orchards. Pondering the concept of a family-run business, I attempted to name other companies that had survived under a similar model. Every example that crossed my mind had lasted no more than two generations before breaking under corporate pressure. It seems that a single name keeps the seemingly unsustainable tradition alive – Smucker’s.

How to Purchase a Domain Name for Your Blog »

If you’re starting a new blog, you’ll need to purchase a domain name for it. If you have self-hosted WordPress blog, your host probably offers free domain registration with your hosting package. However, if you use another platform, like TypePad, you’ll have to register the domain on your own.

Becoming a Better Blogger: Online ProBlogging Classes »

When I posted Two Ways to Improve Your Writing Skills, I mentioned online writing classes. But did you know that there are online problogging classes, too?

Two Ways to Improve Your Writing Skills »

If you’re reading this, I assume you’ve been doing this blogging thing for awhile now and feel you’re a fairly competent writer. Posting frequently helps build up your writing chops, and was one of the reasons I started blogging at A Mama’s Rant over five years ago. Still, at some point you may feel like you’re stuck and could be a better writer. So what are ways to improve your writing?

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