Friday, November 29

LeapPad Ultra Review! Sy loves it.

LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra Kids' Learning Tablet, Green (Toy)






Absolutely love our LeapPad Ultra. We received ours a day before a storm knocked power out, and I was beyond glad that we had purchased 3 series of Backyardigan episodes. We also like the preloaded pet games, and draw pad. I can't wait til he gets older, and this grows with him. Connecting the wifi was easy, and Youtube loads fast. The picture app has some fun things to do too.

From the moment it arrived, my Son was intrigued with the Leap Frog Ultra.  I wasn't even allowed to touch the box. He was too busy reading it.






Doesn't he make the cutest bear cub EVER!? This is one of the pre-loaded apps with the built in camera.  There are two cameras.  One in front, and one behind. Other critters to change yourself into.




All that matters is if he likes it, and he really does enjoy the New LeapPad Ultra.  

Oh, I also wanted to mention, he has thrown it during numerous Melt downs, and so far, so good. Maybe it's built Sy tough.


Disclaimer:  I received product to facilitate an Amazon Review.  Read my review, and others.


Monday, November 25

Make the Switch To JENNIE-O Oven Ready Whole Turkey , The Better Alternative for Socialites, minus the time to prepare, but still the same great moist, plump, white meat.

I am a huge fan of Jennie-O Turkey.  In my experience Jennie-O has always been delicious. Even my picky 2 year old likes it.  We are just a family of 3, so we don't need a huge Thanksgiving meal, but just one that we can be more thankful for, and spend time together, instead of sweating it out in the kitchen.

Piece of my JENNIE-O Turkey Breast.  Just take it.. take another little piece of my turkey breast.. 


Have you seen Jennie-O's Whole Turkey Oven Ready Birds? You literally just take the frozen bird out of the bag, and bake it. No digging your hands into holes, you fear like prepping other birds. If you don't feel like baking, There are even Jennie-O fully cooked Turkey Breasts.  I found these in the Bakery Section next to the Rotisserie Chicken to go. While the Whole Turkey were in the Frozen Turkey Section. Both are more than enough for a family of my size.

Jennie-O Says,

Thanksgiving dinner preparation can be overwhelming –even for a seasoned cook. If you’re new to the world of Thanksgiving entertaining, turkey preparation can be the most daunting task of all. From thawing and cleaning to seasoning, preparing the turkey can be a time-consuming and messy process. With a house full of invited guests and six or more other dishes to prepare, who has that kind of time?

A recent study,conducted by Harris Interactive, showed nearly 1/3 of Thanksgiving hosts spend 2 hours or fewer socializing with guests on the big day (is that even enough time to eat?). Furthermore, 27% devote 8 hours or more just to cooking.

This infographic provides a snapshot of America’s time-stressed holiday preparation.

For busy women (and men!) assigned the task of preparing the Thanksgiving turkey, especially those who are newly married, first-time hosts, juggling work and home, hosting extended family, or have small children tugging at their apron strings, there is a delicious and easy alternative. JENNIE-O® OVEN READY™ Whole Turkey is a foolproof shortcut that takes turkey from Freezer to Oven to Perfect!™

Step 1: Remove the outer wrapping.
Step 2: Place the frozen turkey in a pan in the oven.
Step 3: Roast, cut and serve.

This juicy, tender turkey never disappoints because Jennie-O has done everything for you. JENNIE-O® OVEN READY™ is the only turkey that goes directly from freezer to oven with no thawing, easy clean up and no worries. Jennie-O helps hosts to serve a flavorful Thanksgiving turkey without the stress or mess, giving time-strapped entertainers more time to give thanks this season.

Disclaimer: I received product to facilitate a review.

Saturday, November 23

More than just a princess.

Girls to build the spaceships! 




I love the concept behind GoldieBlox, and better toys.  I was lucky that my mom embraced whatever toy I wanted, and didn't name things boy/girls.

The video is catchy, and I am a little disappointed to find out that The Beastie Boys are taking GoldieBlox to court for copyright infringement.  The beat is similar but not exactly, and none of the lyrics are are the same at all.  Of all things it really is a cute play on words, and a fun parody.

Friday, November 22

TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS Review & Giveaway!


I am a total tom boy at heart.  I grew up playing, and transforming, Transformers.  It is great that they are back.  Not just because I like them, but now since I have a son I can show him just how cool mommy really is with these kits!



Momma has skillz Sy, Momma has mad skillz. (Or so she likes to think.) They were fun to set up, and when it says interchangeable, it means, everything is interchangeable.  It's like creating your own Transformer.  We named ours YETISTOMP.  

TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS SCOUT Action Figure Assortment
(Approximate retail price: $9.99); Ages; 6 & up.

Build YOUR Bot! Each TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS action figure includes a robot frame, armor, a weapon, and accessory parts so you can construct, customize and convert your favorite TRANSFORMERS characters --each figure can convert from robot to vehicle and back without taking it apart! Plus, all the parts are interchangeable between all TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS figures )each sold separately(, so there's almost no limit to what you can create! Choose from your favorite AUTOBOT or DECEPTICON characters. Eight figures in all to collect, including STARSCREAM and IRONHIDE. Each sold separately.

TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS ELITE Action Figure Assortment
(Approximate retail price: $14.99); Ages; 6 & up.

Build your bot! Each TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS ELITE action figure includes a robot, frame, and lots of armor, weapons and accessories parts (55-pieces!) So you can construct, customized, and convert your favorite TRANSFORMERS characters- Each figure can convert from robot to vehicle and back without taking it apart! Plus, all the parts are interchangeable between all TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS figures (each sold separately), so there's almost no limit to what you can create. You can also store your figure in the included resealable case! Choose from 10 characters like WHEELJACK and SOUNDWAVE, each sold separately.

TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS TRIPLE CHANGER Action Figure Assortment
(Approximate retail price: $24.99); Ages 6 & up.

Build Your bot- Then convert between three different modes! Kids can customize BUMBLE BEE, like never before-with a TRANSFORMERS CONTRUCT-BOTS triple changer that can quickly convert from robot to race car to jet! Includes a robot frame and lots of armor, weapons and accessory parts so you can construct, customize and convert BUMBLEBEE or BLITZWING-plus mix and match with parts from other TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT-BOTS figures (each sold separately), so there's almost no limit to what you can create! Also includes duel firing weapon launchers! You can also store your figures in the included resealable case! Each sold separately.

Disclaimer: I received product for free to facilitate a review, and giveaway.

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Innobaby Din Din Smart Bus Platter 5 Compartment Tray with Lid Review,

Innobaby makes some of the best re-usable products I have seen. Recently I received the Din Din Smart Stainless Steel Bus Platter with Sectional Blue Lid.


What I liked is there were five different sections for my 2 year old's food. My little one is one of those picky eaters. He will fling food if it is touching each other. That was not the case with Innobaby Din Din Smart Sectional Tray.


I also liked that when he didn't want anymore of his fruit for lunch, I just put the lid on the tray, to put into the fridge to save to go with Dinner. I'm all for easy, and no unwanted effort. So this was perfect.

To clean them out its easy easy, theres no hard corners that food sticks in. Also thought it was convenient that if you have more than 1 tray they stack neatly on top of one another.


Would I recommend Innobaby Din Din Smart Bus Platter to others? Yes I would! It makes meal time a little easier by preparing, and putting away.

Din Din Smart™ Stainless Bus Platter with Sectional Lid / Blue

Kid-friendly fun shape to make mealtime fun even for the picky eaters Five separate compartments – perfect for introducing the five food groups
Divided compartments prevents food from sliding and mixing
Sectional lid prevents food from sliding and mixing
Sectional lids are designed to stack easily
Nontoxic, worry-free mealtime solution
Made with highest quality food grade type 304 stainless steel
Stain resistant
Durable construction
Dishwasher safe
BPA-, Phthalate-, PVC and Lead- Free
Product Dimensions : 7 x 10.5 x 1.5

To Read more about Innobaby Smart Din Din Tray, check out Innobaby online, on Facebook, & on Twitter.

Disclaimer, I received product for free to facilitate a Review.

Here’s why Best Buy is a great Holiday Shopping Destination: #bbyHoliday13

Here’s why Best Buy is a great Holiday Shopping Destination:



Best Buy is the authority and destination for all your technology and appliance product gifting needs this holiday. Also there are always a great deal to be had, These 10%, and 15% off At Best buy Offers are Valid 12/1/13 through 1/18/13.

15% off Health & Fitness, Fisher Price and Mattel Toys: http://www.wolfatbestbuy.com/15-off-health-fitness-products-and-fisher-price-mattel-toys (To redeem coupon on bestbuy.com, enter code bloggers10off at check out)

and, 10% off Headphones & Portable Speakers (excludes beats, bose and Sony): http://www.wolfatbestbuy.com/10-off-headphones-and-portable-speakers-exclusions-listed-below
(To redeem coupon on bestbuy.com, enter code bloggers10off at check out)

BestBuy is my goto for Great Tech Gifts in small packages, not only is it easy to use Promo Codes, and to find them. But, I also get Best Buy Rewards.   Many don't know this, but it really isn't a secret.  When I am planning to buy a Gift, and my Grocery store has Buy A Gift Card and get points for Fuel Perks.  I buy something like a $50.00 Bestbuy Gift Card. Get my points, use the Card at best buys, get the Gift, then get more Points for being a Best Buy Rewards Member.  I even get free shipping at times too, if shipping isn't free, do the free store pickup option.

Some fun gifting ideas the coupon works for:

· Gifts for the Kids:
o Digital Barbie Makeover Kit
o Fisher Price Little People Apptivity Barnyard

· Gifts for Everyone:
o Misfit Shine
o Fitbit
o Jawbone Up
o Logitech Headphones & Speakers

You can find more gift ideas at the Best Buy Gift Center

Check out below all the great Holiday Gift Ideas BestBuy has to offer.  Some are even exclusive to Best Buy.  Don't forget BestBuy Low Price Guarantee.

The assortment is second to none:

Feature more than 100 products sold only at Best Buy this Holiday

Offer a market-leading selection of the hottest tablets, smart phones, gaming consoles and titles, wearable technology, health and fitness gear, mobile accessories and much more.

Blue Shirts and Geek Squad Agents are passionate, highly trained, knowledgeable and impartial so they can help ensure you get the perfect gifts for your family and friends…and yourself

They know price is important to us, and frankly it’s important to them too. Their Low Price Guarantee will ensure you’re getting the most competitive price possible.

The combination of bestbuy.com and their 1,400 stores offers the ultimate showroom to touch, test, try and buy the latest technology.

Technology is evolving quickly and becoming increasingly complex- Best Buy is here to help make it easy for your to choose the products and services that work best for you.

Phones: At Best Buy you can see and try all of the phones, carriers, plans and accessories under one roof with industry-leading trade-in options

Tablets: Best Buy is the only place in America where customers can see all of the latest and greatest tablets. Computing: Best Buy features the best selection, advise, services and support in computing. They help set the market by working with the industry's tech leaders to develop a highly specialized and innovative assortment of laptops, many of which are only available at Best Buy.

Mobile Accessories: Best Buy has one of the largest selections of accessories and wearables this holiday. Bluetooth speakers, smartwatches, health & fitness gear and headphones will truly rule holiday.

Home Theater: Best Buy offers the world's newest technology, best assortment and service in home theater.

Appliances: Best Buy is better positioned than ever to bring the latest small appliances and special deals to you.

Gaming: Best Buy is THE destination for gaming this holiday. Not only dodo they have the latest Xbox and PlayStation consoles, but the hottest game releases and everything else you need for a great gaming experience.

Music/Movies/Musical Instruments: Best Buy offers terrific deals on the best entertainment stocking stuffers.

Digital Imaging: Best Buy features the newest selection of cameras, accessories and advise so you can find the perfect gift or capture your own holiday memories.

Tech Services: Best Buy is home of the Geek Squad for help installing, repairing, troubleshooting, optimizing and offering all sorts of technical advice from every Best Buy store, in-home, online and by phone.

If you still have no idea what to get someone, why not go the gift card route of let them get what they want.


Disclaimer: All posts must include the following disclaimer: The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.