An Island Life An Island Life Full-time Mommy, part-time Flight Attendant, occasional wife . . . living a chaotic life in Hawaii. 
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Bargain Department Store Woes
2008-08-12 06:57:00 I was recently on a layover where I made my usual shopping stops - Target, Ikea, Trader Joes, Joanns, & Michaels - all the stores we don’t have in Hawaii. However, there was this bargain department store that I decided to visit that I’ve never been to before. I was warned beforehand that this was a ... More About: Department , Store , Bargain
An Alcoholic on Painkillers
2008-08-11 09:02:00 Yup, that was the highlight of my flight this weekend. I was standing at the boarding door when a couple came staggering on board. The man could barely mumble a coherent sentence while his wife seemed pretty hyper. As they passed by me, I could smell the alcohol. I immediately expressed my concerns to the Station ... More About: Painkillers
?One Pack = One Vaccine? - How You Can Help
2008-08-10 09:47:00 A little while ago I had published a post discussing the alarming effects that Tetanus has on women and children around the world and what Pampers & UNICEF are doing to help fight this deadly disease. Well, now you can do your part to help save a life. See that widget in the sidebar? Just click ... More About: Vaccine , Pack
Precious Moments Giveaway
2008-08-09 20:30:00 Who can resist those adorable faces on a Precious Moments figurine? Well, if your child is having a birthday, there’s now a Precious Party Package to help you with all your planning needs. It will assist you with themes, invitations, checklists, thank you notes, and everything in between. Whether it’s an intimate celebration of immediate family ...
The Fine Art of Family
2008-08-09 20:27:00 For the longest time, I’ve been looking for a photo pendant that didn’t look like it was made back in the 50s. What can I say? I like a little more modern look. Especially if it’s going to be displayed for the world to see. So, when I was introduced to The Fine Art of Family , ...
Giveaway: Summer Totes from Ju-Ju-Be
2008-08-09 09:30:00 Summer may be almost over but there’s still time to enjoy the outdoors! And what better way than with a brand new diaper bag from Ju-Ju-Be that’s also big enough to serve as a handy tote bag so you can make sure you bring all the essentials along for the ride. From the site: “Ju-Ju-Be, makers ... More About: Summer , Totes
Aloha Friday #44
2008-08-08 06:00:00 Welcome to this week?s edition of Aloha Friday . In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I?ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response. If ...
Doing My Part For the Environment
2008-08-07 11:43:00 I was in Wal-Mart the other day purchasing cloth diapers. When I got to the check-out counter, the cashier made a comment about not knowing that people even used cloth diapers anymore. She went on and on about how proud she is of me for thinking of the environment, how young people these days take the ... More About: Environment , Part , The Environment
Doing My Part For the Environment
2008-08-07 11:43:00 I was in Wal-Mart the other day purchasing cloth diapers. When I got to the check-out counter, the cashier made a comment about not knowing that people even used cloth diapers anymore. She went on and on about how proud she is of me for thinking of the environment, how young people these days take the ... More About: Environment , Part , The Environment
WW: Safety First
2008-08-06 07:36:00 For more WW participants, stop by the official WW Hub or 5 Minutes for Mom. More About: Safety
Visiting the Past
2008-08-05 07:20:00 I recently received a friend request on Facebook from someone I used to go to high school with. I can’t believe that after 20 *ahem* years, she was able to find me. And let me tell you, for a split second it sent a fear right through my heart. Why? She bullied me for 5 years. Yup, ... More About: Past
Visiting the Past
2008-08-05 07:20:00 I recently received a friend request on Facebook from someone I used to go to high school with. I can’t believe that after 20 *ahem* years, she was able to find me. And let me tell you, for a split second it sent a fear right through my heart. Why? She bullied me for 5 years. Yup, ... More About: Past
Pampers & UNICEF?s ?One Pack = One Vaccination? Campaign
2008-08-04 09:23:00 The story of Rosa: Rosa is a pregnant woman with Aids living in Mozambique. She is due to give birth any day now but she is still working on the rice farm in the 106 degree heat. The clinic is 4 hours away and there is no transportation, no roads. So when she starts to go ... More About: Campaign , Pack , Pampers , Unicef
Jumping On The EntreCard Bandwagon
2008-08-03 19:01:00 I’ve been hearing a lot about EntreCard for a while now but resisted the urge to join. Well, I finally caved. It just looks like so much fun and a lot of my blogging friends say such great things about it. So, for all of you who already belong to EntreCard, please take a moment and ... More About: Jumping
Jumping On The EntreCard Bandwagon
2008-08-03 19:01:00 I’ve been hearing a lot about EntreCard for a while now but resisted the urge to join. Well, I finally caved. It just looks like so much fun and a lot of my blogging friends say such great things about it. So, for all of you who already belong to EntreCard, please take a moment and ... More About: Jumping
Giveaway: Creations 4 QTS
2008-08-03 09:40:00 Bows, bling & girly things. Does that sound like my kind of store, or what? Creations 4 QTS specializes in all things girly including tutus, snugabies, hair bow holders, shoes, hair accessories, and even bling . . . everything your little princess would be proud to wear. I know my girls had a lot of fun ...
The Not-So-Friendly Skies
2008-08-02 08:27:00 Well, I?m finally home and all I can say is . . . Boy, am I tired. I tell you, traveling on other air carriers sure makes me appreciate the one that I work for. I may be a little biased but I think the airlines I work for has the best service in the industry. ... More About: Friendly
The Not-So-Friendly Skies
2008-08-02 08:27:00 Well, I?m finally home and all I can say is . . . Boy, am I tired. I tell you, traveling on other air carriers sure makes me appreciate the one that I work for. I may be a little biased but I think the airlines I work for has the best service in the industry. ... More About: Friendly
Giveaway: Princess Linen
2008-08-02 07:27:00 Princess Linen is one of those sites that you just love to take your time and look around. They have the most adorable items for babies and children and almost everything can be personalized with your child’s name. You’ve probably already seen some of Princess Linen’s items without even knowing it. Some of her products have ... More About: Princess
Aloha Friday #43
2008-08-01 05:00:00 Welcome to this week?s edition of Aloha Friday . In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I?ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response. If ...
Making the Lives of Moms Easier
2008-07-30 06:17:00 That was the basic message of this morning?s meeting. We spent the day at the Pampers BabyCare Education Center where we attended various conferences, toured the facilities, and even did a little hands-on product testing all while being followed around by our very own camera crew. It almost made you feel like part of a reality ... More About: Lives , Moms
Safe and Sound in Cincinnati
2008-07-29 13:45:00 After 11 hours and 1 aircraft change in Utah, I finally arrived in Cincinnati for the Pampers Mommy Bloggers Event. I have to say, it’s pretty interesting to travel on a different airline carrier. The on-board service, meals, entertainment, and seat configuration were all an experience. And let me tell you, when Delta says you can ... More About: Sound , Safe
As If I Didn?t Have Enough To Do . . .
2008-07-28 12:01:00 Guess what? I’ve recently decided to join two awesome groups of bloggers - Mommy Matter & DotMom. I’m so excited about these new adventures and I invite all of you to join me over there. Mommy Matter - “Mommy Matter offers parents a place to find helpful information on parenthood as provided by the premier experts ...
Giveaway: Trendy Tadpole
2008-07-27 12:01:00 This giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your participation. The winner is Andrea of Momma in Flip Flops2. Congratulations! Looking for some fun quality tees for the kids? Check out Trendy Tadpole! From the site: “What is Trendy Tadpole? Fun tee shirts on super quality fabric that is made in the good ol’ U.S. of A. It ...
Aloha Friday #35
2008-06-06 04:42:00 Welcome to this week?s edition of Aloha Friday . In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I?ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response. If ...
Father?s Day Giveaway #4 - DadGear Messenger Diaper Bag
2008-06-05 18:35:00 DadGear is just that, quality products designed with Dad in mind. After all, Dads have their own sense of style, too. DadGear was developed by two amazing Dads who had just entered a new territory - fatherhood. In their quest to be great hands-on parents, they found that most of the baby essentials, especially diaper bags, ... More About: Messenger , Father , Diaper
It?s Like Halloween Every Day
2008-06-05 07:51:00 One of the girls’ favorite past times is dressing up in costumes. In fact, when Girlie Girl was younger, she used to dress up as a different princess every day and insist that we call her by that princesses’ name. Thankfully, she’s outgrown it. She still loves to dress up but now she gets all ... More About: Halloween
Father?s Day Giveaway #3 - Jig-A-Loo
2008-06-04 08:33:00 From the site: Jig-A-Loo is “a dry silicone-based lubricant that, unlike any other lubricant, contains no oil, grease, wax, petroleum distillates or detergent, so it doesn’t stain or stink. It stops squeaks, un-sticks just about anything, protects against rust, and is an exceptional water repellent.” I received a couple of cans to try ... More About: Father
WW: You?re In My Heart
2008-06-04 08:31:00 For more WW participants, visit the official WW Hub or 5 Minutes for Mom. More About: Heart
The 50th State Fair
More articles from this author:2008-06-03 19:52:00 This past weekend I decided to take Girlie Girl to the 5oth State Fair . . . just us big girls. Thank goodness because I ended up spending about $100 just for us! I forgot how expensive the carnival can be! And it wasn’t like I went crazy or anything. The admission and unlimited ride ... 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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