Enjoy the Ride with Proclip’s iPad Mount »

I vividly remember the days of dreading long car trips with my kids. Short attention spans, tiny bladders and whining voices became my definition of ‘family road trip’. The iPad, when paired with ProClip’s headrest mount, now grants parents a few moments of peace and quiet when traveling with kids. If only the iPad and ProClip mount were invented 10 years ago!

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Valentine’s Day meal: Coconut Shrimp & Veggie Wraps »

Since many of us are having Valentine’s Day at home this year, why not make something special for you and your significant other? This recipe from Fresh Home magazine will make for a casual but intimate evening. It also contains naturally libido-boosting ingredients like carrots, cinnamon, and pineapple.

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Valentine’s Day technology »

We use technology every day to make our lives easier, so why not on the most romantic day of the year? This Valentine’s Day, show your loved ones you care by showing off your tech skills.

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Oscar party snacks »

The Oscars are coming up and that means another Sunday night that I have an excuse to throw a party. Of course, what would a party be without some awesome hors d’oeuvres to snack on while watching your favorite stars walk the red carpet?

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Visiting our National Parks »

As a child, I don’t think I could have been luckier than to have grown up in New England. Most of my vacations revolved around outdoor adventures in Maine, New Hampshire, or Vermont. If we weren’t able to get away for a weekend, I would just beg my parents to pitch the tent in the backyard and that was my outdoor experience for the night. While New England is amazing (and I have a bit of a bias) the rest of the country has so much to offer as well. Just traveling a few states away can offer completely different scenery.

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Two For Tonight »

When Valentines Day rolls around each year, I set my eyes on a bit of warmth amidst the cold winter weather. Looking forward to this holiday often leads me to look back on my most memorable romantic memories of the past. One that I could never possibly forget was when my husband proposed at L’Auberge Chez Francois, a quaint French country inn that provided the perfect setting and dining experience to make the occasion so utterly unforgettable. Chef Jacques, the chef responsible for our culinary journey that night, has published a wonderful cookbook filled from cover to cover with romantic meal plans that can help you plan the perfect meal for that special someone this Valentine’s Day.

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Want to control all the electronics in your house from your iPhone? »

One of the most fascinating trends to emerge from this year’s Consumer Electronics Show involves new systems which combine all your household systems, appliances, locks, lights- basically anything with a switch- into a centralized home control system. A flip of a tab on a control panel turns off all the house lights, and a quick change-up on your iPhone starts firing up the heat in your house as your drive home from the airport.

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Valentine’s Day dessert: Vanilla-Mocha Cafe Cake »

My husband and I tend to stay at home on Valentine’s Day. We find that most restaurants are too crowded and expensive, plus the emphasis on romance seems a bit forced. For other couples, finding the funds to go out to eat and hire a babysitter is tough. That’s why the trend this year is to have a romantic dinner at home.

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Bloggers, somebody loves us! »

It was with great pride (and a touch of bewilderment) that I took in a recent piece on the HuffPo, entitled Mommy Bloggers Are Going to Rule the World. The writer, Kari Henley, attended Blissdom several weeks ago, and the post included her impressions and take-aways from the mom blogger conference.

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Dropping Acid: The Reflux Diet Cookbook & Cure »

While I do not suffer from acid reflux, I’m all for healthy eating and balanced diets. So when I received an invitation to an event at the French Culinary Institute to learn about the intriguingly named, Dropping Acid: The Reflux Diet Cookbook & Cure, I happily signed up.

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Next stop: Ft. Myers, Florida »

After the last snowstorm I decided to put a warm weather getaway on my calendar to convince myself that I could survive the rest of winter. With so many exciting possibilities to consider, I let my loyalty to JetBlue – and an existing credit from a previously cancelled trip – guide my selection process.

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