Twin Talented

The boys have really come a long way on their artwork since beginning PreSchool this year.  While we still get a few random swipe styled pieces, emerging are watercolored creations featuring intentional objects such as a face with eyes and a nose.  Such big boys they are becoming.

Valentine's Day of a Mom, An Ordinary Day with Heart-Shaped Sprinkles

I wonder how many people actually have those idealistic Valentine's Days they paint in movies or portray they had on their Social Media pages such as Facebook.  Let's face it, at least part of even the most romantic couple on the planet's day was at least semi mundane.  Did you brush your teeth, load the dishwasher, take the trash out?

Big G Cereals Star Wars Promo (Giveaway)

If your kids are Star Wars fans, you will want to keep your eyes out for this fun promotion by General Mills.  This February, General Mills Big G cereals are celebrating the 3D launch of Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace by featuring collectable Star Wars pens in the pack of participating cereals.

Learning Resources Primary Science Mix & Measure Set (Giveaway)

PreSchoolers love to experiment and as long as you are able confine those little studies of theirs to "mommy" approved moments, it is all good!

On my approved list is the Primary Science Mix & Measure Set by Learning Resources.  The twins love pouring, scooping, and measuring items like cereal with this set.  It features a scale,  a bowl, 3 self-standing spoons, and 6 unique cup designs that really help children visualize their quantities.  I love that this set has enough options for my twins to both share in the fun.

Random Youth Sports observations from a SportsMom

I had a lot of time to ponder youth athletes and their parents this weekend, as I spent several hours at a 3 on 3 tournament for our second oldest son.

All Natural Side Dishes by Alexia Foods

Alexia Foods recently sent us 3 of their many different natural food product offerings to sample.  The selections included Panko Breaded Onion Rings, Sweet Potato Fries, and Focaccia Bread.  They made for easy side dishes to a couple diners last week and knowing the ingredients were natural didn't hurt either.

New DVD and Blu-ray releases for kids from Disney

On the hunt for a couple new movies to add to the kid's DVD library rotation?  Here's two we have recently enjoyed checking out:

Disney's Lady and the Tramp DIAMOND EDITION:  Released yesterday, is this DIAMOND EDITION Blu-ray of a beloved film.  A classic love story unfolds in the best Disney tradition as a lovely young pedigreed cocker spaniel named Lady, who lives a pampered life, finds herself falling romantically for Tramp, an amorous street-smart pooch without prospects. Although they have fun together on several dates, including a sentimental spaghetti dinner by moonlight at Tony’s restaurant, their relationship is strained not only by Lady’s loyalty to her human family and their newborn baby, but by Tramp’s devil-may-care attitude that eventually gets Lady in trouble and tossed into the dog pound. However, good-hearted Tramp redeems himself by saving the baby from potential harm and thus wins Lady’s love and the affection of her human family.

Some Digital Magazine Love from Zinio (Giveaway)

You've no doubt noticed that Valentine’s Day is in just a week and if you haven't come up with that perfect thoughtful something for your sweetheart, perhaps Zino can help.

Thumbs Down to the Common Cold

We officially rang in cold season. Mild runny noses quickly transitioned to congested chests, wheezing, and lots of coughing. There was a double ear infection for one of the twins too.

I'm no stranger to the this enemy the cold, so I jumped on the phone to snatch up the last appointment available before school was let out and off we headed to a 2pm visit.

Our visit to the doctor yielded not only some quick relief and a few prescriptions, but also a brief but amusing conversation I just had to share. One might almost think that Cormac was unfamiliar with just what kind of a doctor this was. Picture him relaxed in a chair as the doctor begins.



Doctor: So Cormac, what's bothering you the most today?

Cormac: Snacks

Doctor: not enough?

Cormac: Yeah

Glad to know this cold isn't bringing him down the way the state of the snacks around here are.

Breakfast with The Twins

A week or two ago I snapped some photos of the twins at breakfast and you'll they note they remain quite the friendly pair.  Their bedhead was doubled, their grogginess was duplicated on each of their faces, and their affection for one another was clearly twofold.  One might think this duo hadn't seen each other in days, but in actuality they've just awoken together in their shared room.

Something to Nibble on, KRAFT MILKBITE Milk & Granola Bars

This week our family was able to get a "Sneak Taste" of the KRAFT MILKBITE Bars.  This new snack is officially coming to stores February 13th, but we were able to snack on two of the flavors, strawberry and chocolate, ahead of time.  

What sets these apart from other bars?  For starters, these bars aren't in the snack isle.  Kraft Milkbite bars need to be stored in the fridge, so you'll find Kraft Milkbite bars in the dairy aisle or close by refrigerated food cases.  

My Twins Top 5 Toys List (AndTwinsMake5's 5 Lists)

Our first list of 5 includes the twins current top five toy favorites in no particular order.  The boys are currently about 3 1/2 and while some items go in and out of popularity for them, these seem to be their current favorites: