tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223Wed, 09 Jul 2008 03:21:45 +0000http://www.classymommy.com/blog/noreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)Blogger433125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-7712651309495455803Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:20:00 +00002008-07-08T05:33:54.315-07:00 Sorry for being a bit secretive yesterday, but Jo-Lynne and I were waiting for an official OK to dish on our upcoming NYC event. So here it is! A private screening of TNT's "The Closer" which will air all new on July 14th. Drinks and Dessert are to follow supposedly with a Q&A with star Kyra Sedgewick (also wife of Kevin Bacon!) So what would you ask if her? Let us know and we'll see what we http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/dessert-with-kyra-sedgewick.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-1352399842274573025Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:00:00 +00002008-07-08T02:00:13.304-07:00 Oh wow. I want to book this trip now. Like right now. Like yesterday! I'm dying to book a family vacation for Mike, Kenzie and Kyle and I this fall as Kyle will be almost 1 year old. We took Mackenzie to the Cayman Islands right after her 1st birthday as we finally felt comfortable enough to really "travel" with her - and we were antzy to get out of the country for some fun in the sun. You knowhttp://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/beaches-resort-save-up-to-45-and-get-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-6908331578169767119Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:37:00 +00002008-07-07T07:47:02.237-07:00 Who can resist a tutu? We love the tutu collection at Lily Cait so much we've teamed up with their owner to offer a giveaway to our readers. Win a a Prima Ballerina Fleur Tutu $60.00 in blue & white. You can read our review here. To enter for your chance to win, leave a comment on this post on by July 13th, 2008. And I'll give you a bonus entry if you join the Classy Mommy Facebook group and http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/classy-mommy-giveaway-win-60-tutu.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-8972641696031876724Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:28:00 +00002008-07-07T08:09:11.354-07:00Okay, well the red carpet is not exactly calling me - but I think this Wednesday I'll get as close as I'll ever get to a red carpet event. As a Mom living in the suburbs of Philly, an invite to attend a VIP screening of a hot TNT show in NYC is practically equivalent to being invited to the Oscars. Serendipity brought me the invite, but I've got to thank my new blogging buddy - Musings of a http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/red-carpet-is-calling.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-9058663368684769172Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:25:00 +00002008-07-03T11:54:10.857-07:00Pampers, a product of P&G, is hosting an all expense paid Mommy blogger event at the end of July. My blogging buddy Stephanie from Metropolitan Mama is invited and I couldn't be more thrilled for her. You can read all about it here. And yeah, sure I wish I was invited, but the next best thing for me will be hearing all about Stephanie's adventures. I only wish Steph and I would be meeting in realhttp://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/pampers-mommy-blogger-event.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-2766316025454715597Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:00:00 +00002008-07-02T02:00:00.281-07:00 Last week, I took Kenzie and Kyle to the Philadelphia Zoo for the very first time. Decided to invest in the Annual Zoo membership which really is a deal as long as you go more than 1x and especially if you hope to bring guests! So, I brought along my parents to share in the good times and assist me in the adventure. Reinforcements are always a bonus! The highlight of the trip was a 100 yard http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/wordless-wednesday-camels-and-warthog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-1310865530900341456Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:18:00 +00002008-07-01T18:34:38.734-07:00 I've always thought of myself as a coordinated person.  That is, until I attempted to put my 6-month old son, Colin, in a baby sling.  Tot-to-Go sent Classy Mommy a beautifully constructed sling in a really nice, super soft fabric.  I do not blame the sling for my lack of coordination, as there is nothing complex about it!  If you are a baby-wearing fan, this would be a great option for you.  I http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/tot-to-go-baby-sling.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-4703978405534045680Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:25:00 +00002008-07-01T18:07:08.657-07:00 5 different shows in one video!  Barney teaches your kids about the wind and the sun, Bob the Builder builds a campsite, and Thomas tries to find the end of the rainbow.  There is also an episode of Angelina the Ballerina and Fireman Sam.  This newly released video will be great for kids who can't make up their minds as to what they want to watch, great for siblings who can't agree on what to http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/summertime-fun.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-3517262666757715001Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:05:00 +00002008-07-07T19:43:50.519-07:00 After taking photos of Mackenzie's doodles a few weeks ago, she is constantly requesting I snap pics of her renderings. How can I say " No, that scribble isn't camera worthy" although as you can imagine not every drawing would normally make you stop in your tracks to pull out a camera. Being the encouraging parents, we find ourselves clicking away again and again. Last thing we want to do is http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/07/more-work-from-artist-in-training.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-8732130272108941555Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:24:00 +00002008-06-30T18:42:47.056-07:00 Summertime means strawberries galore in our household. Mackenzie & I can't get enough of them. We eat them almost daily for a snack and sometimes in cereal, on pancakes in the morning or even in a smoothie for a tasty treat. With all the strawberries we eat, Mackenzie loves sporting this Classy Mommy fave - a Happy Panda Strawberry tee originally from last summer. It is a little tight now that http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/strawberries-galore.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-7340203133785305196Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:12:00 +00002008-06-30T11:18:32.411-07:00 Classy Mommy is a huge fan of Vincent Shoes. We first fell in love with them when Mackenzie was about 18 months and we haven't stopped wearing them! If you want hip, modern, and classy kicks that aren't a dime a dozen on the playground - shop for your shoes online at Vincent and you won't be disappointed! Huge savings for their summer sale going on right now! Save up to 75% off on many Vincent http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/save-75-at-vincent-shoes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-2354776638032520272Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:14:00 +00002008-06-29T18:33:43.991-07:00 Hooray for Recycline's line of Preserve brand everyday eco-friendly consumer products! Before getting a Preserve Toothbrush in the mail to review a few weeks ago, I am ashamed to say I actually had never heard of Preserve. Now my family and I are going to be 100% using their line of toothbrushes forevermore.... (Junior sizes are available too!) Honestly, I think it would be sinful to ever buy http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/preserve-with-eco-friendly-toothbrush.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-5917485686118371715Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:09:00 +00002008-06-28T13:28:14.793-07:00 Mackenzie, 2 1/2, thinks this pool we bought for $5 at Babies R Us when she was 9 months is still divine! Practicing back floats, blowing bubbles and even jumping into the pool makes perfect sense as long as you have a body of water to work with. We may desperately need a pool upgrade - but I'd argue that when it comes to summer splashing, any kind of water will likely satisfy your kiddies so http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/pool-upgrade.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-1328021750338426932Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:21:00 +00002008-06-28T05:30:51.954-07:00 Win it! Classy Mommy got a sneak peek at the new Bob the Builder DVD before it hits the stores on July 1st. In "Let's Build the Beach", Bob and his crew, including two new members: Super Splasher and Clean-as-a-Whistle Bristle, build an observatory for watching comets, guest villas for the Bobland Bay Hotel, a promenade along the beach, and a dock. If you're planning any beach trips this http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/win-it-classy-mommy-got-sneak-peek-at.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-1373658549214761316Thu, 26 Jun 2008 17:09:00 +00002008-06-27T09:53:09.133-07:00 So simple, yet so useful. When I'm home, I always know where to find a pacifier (well, most of the time!). But when I'm traveling, somehow the pacifiers end up all over the place and I never know where to find a clean one when I need it. The colorful binky baggy is a great solution. There are 15 patterns to choose from and they hold at least 6 pacifiers. The fabrics are bright and colorful, so http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/binky-baggy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Beth)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-1469238826715112895Thu, 26 Jun 2008 17:09:00 +00002008-06-26T10:17:51.091-07:00 Win it! We're giving away 2 copies of this Transformers DVD -available on DVD for the very first time as of 6/17/08. Value $17. To enter, just leave a comment on this post. Contest runs from June 26th, 2008 - July 2nd, 2008.(Remember to include your email if you do not have a contact info in your profile!)http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/giveaway-transformers-dvd.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-3640076830037086707Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:33:00 +00002008-06-25T10:41:21.067-07:00 Normally this blog is generally all kids all the time....... like my days and nights in general during this phase of my life. Figured I'd pop up this cute photo from my wedding day. Our anniversary happens on a Friday again this year for the 1st time since were married 5 years ago on 6/27/03. Keeping it simple this year given our schedules and the kids. I scored a babysitter for the morning and http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/wordless-wednesday-5-year-wedding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-4272185993019986174Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:45:00 +00002008-06-23T17:08:11.478-07:00 Win it! Ju-Ju-Be has just introduced a brand new baby bag, the BeLight and we're giving 1 away to a lucky reader. Just in time for summer! If you need to tote around the infant and toddler must have supplies, the BeLight is a super optioin. The BeLight bag is revolutionary with reversible coverings and adjustable straps too -$35 and 7 fabulous sounding (and looking!) color ways. • Citrus Sorbet/http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/classy-mommy-giveaway-win-ju-ju-be.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-7229386811804910982Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:55:00 +00002008-06-19T18:27:34.537-07:00 Love these simple and quick Ragu Sauces in a Pouch! I've been a fan of Ragu for years as I think their sauce is sweeter than most so it totally appeals to my taste buds. Plus they've got the all natural sauces that have a full serving of veggies in every 1/2 cup of sauce -fabulous for the kiddies who can be finicky on veggies since we all want to feed our kids well which Ragu realizes too! Andhttp://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/ragu-in-pouch-for-microwave-diva.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-1758015424974679055Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:33:00 +00002008-06-19T16:39:11.693-07:00 Our little Mackenzie is quite the artist at 2 1/2 years old - obsessed with the doodleboard, coloring, markers, painting, and sidewalk chalk drawings. When I was in the shower, she interrupted me to show me this beautiful picture. Totally impressed me with this rendition she made all by herself using the doodle pen to create curly hair and the doodle magnets for her facial features. Not quite http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/artist-in-works.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-8580496365061074618Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:04:00 +00002008-06-18T18:55:01.156-07:00 Friday night our plans to get local philly mommybloggers together in the flesh came to fruition! Thanks to everyone who was able to attend (see below!) I'll be following you all on Twitter and your blogs! Mommies With Style, girlymama, Situationally Single Mom, Gunning It , Total Mom Haircut, Genesis Moments, Occupation Mommy, Graco Blog, Crazy, but the cool kind., Freeform Katia , Mommy Needs http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/philly-mom-blogger-mixer-wrap-up.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-2313365205465185290Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:00:00 +00002008-06-18T05:29:43.515-07:00 I didn't do a Father's Day post as I was too busy enjoying the day with my family in real life. So this one is for the Daddies. I can't imagine doing this job alone! An extra special thank you to my Mike who it's the most amazing father ever to our little ones. Hopefully, we'll get some shots of Kyle, Kenzie, and you bonding at the beach this summer! Remeber these photos of little Kenzie? 12 http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/wordless-wednesday-daddys-little-girl.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-5660087555518390179Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:13:00 +00002008-06-17T18:13:00.818-07:00 Win it! We're giving away 1 Spa Baby Tub from Generation Orange. Value $45. Bathing a baby is super tricky not to mention a totally wet experience for the entire family - and bathroom or kitchen! Generation Orange, a fabulous shop and good friend of Classy Mommy is thrilled to now sell the ONLY European Style Tub in the US, Spa Baby Tub, which is also PVC and BPA Free. This bath allows your http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/giveaway-spa-baby-tub-from-generation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-1754077409070325908Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:17:00 +00002008-06-17T07:28:10.587-07:00 Win it! Kids have been fans of this book series for quite some time and now the whole family can jump into this magical fantasy when the Spiderwick Chronicles becomes available on DVD June 24th, 2008. I think kiddies who haven't read the books are still likely to totally enjoy this flick as all kids are up for goblins, fairies and magical powers! We're giving away 2 copies of this 2 disc specialhttp://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/giveaway-spiderwick-chronicles.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28237223.post-3710058450379697657Tue, 17 Jun 2008 02:05:00 +00002008-06-16T19:18:58.789-07:00 After taking some swim lessons last week, we all basked in the sun and baby pool for a few short hours this weekend at our local YMCA. Kenzie was thrilled with her new swimsuit or should i say bikini that I bought on a whim without much thought.... She totally has a regular suit that she normally wears that I love from Patsy Aiken that holds up beautifully too and a one piece I bought at the http://www.classymommy.com/blog/2008/06/its-itsy-bitsy-blue-bikini.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Classy Mommy)