New York: Find-a-Florist *Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. In preparation for the upcoming Fall, I have lots of birthdays coming up and we love to send flowers to our loved ones to help them celebrate or just to let them know we are thinking about them. With Local New York Florists, we can send the biggest and freshest arrangements using a preferred New York … [Read more...]
Zizzy Bee Bags
*Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post. I was given complimentary bags for review purposes. For a little while now, I've been wondering what would be a good product for my son to use to carry around his essentials. G is not able to use back packs and he is unable to hold things in his hands when walking around. He uses a posterior walker and walking … [Read more...]
5 Father’s Day Gift Ideas
5 Father's Day Gift Ideas Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post. This Father's Day, we were on the hunt for gifts my husband would both love & use. 1.Hubby had been hinting that he really wanted a knit silk tie from Ralph Lauren (59.99), so that's the first item we purchased. 2. To celebrate his love for everything Batman, we bought 2 pairs of … [Read more...]
Romio Celebrates Moms
Romio Celebrates Moms *Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post, I received a complimentary invitation to the event and a gift bag. I recently attended a "mommy" discussion & pampering event hosted by Romio at the Washington Jefferson Hotel. There was a panel of mothers featured: Stephanie Dua, founder & CEO of Homer, a modern twist on early learning app … [Read more...]
iDollhouse/iFirehouse
iDollhouse/iFirehouse *Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post. I received samples to test and review. All opinions are my own. I was introduced to the Appventures iPad, iPhone & iTouch play cases at Toy Fair 2013. I was instantly drawn to the playcase because it was more than just a case: it was an interactive toy that transforms your idevice into a … [Read more...]
What Maise Knew (movie review)
What Maise Knew (movie review) *Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post. I was invited to a complimentary pre-screening. I was invited for a private screening of the movie: What Maise Knew at the amazing space, Meet at the Apartment in Soho with the lovely women of Momtrends and a group of phenomenal bloggers. This movie is based on the Henry James novel and set in … [Read more...]
Advocacy vs. Diplomacy
As a mother to a young child with a disability, not only am I learning new parenting skills, I am also learning how to be my son's advocate so that he receives the right services and has access to opportunities so many of us take for granted. With a background in Social Work, I am familiar with the different entities that become involved with a family that has a … [Read more...]
Classic Minnie Mouse 2nd Birthday Party at the Carousel
Classic Minnie Mouse 2nd Birthday Party at the Carousel Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post. My niece turned 2 and my sister wanted to hav a Minnie Mouse themed birthday party because little "L" is all about Minnie Mouse and the gang! As soon as she told me her theme, I began searching the Internet and pinning my ideas! I was unhappy that there were not … [Read more...]
Wheeling Around
My son, G had surgery on his hips at Shriners Hospital for Children in Philadelphia late February. The purpose of the surgery was to position his hips in a way that will be more amenable for walking on his own in the future. We had been on a waiting list to have this surgery done for over a year. We finally received a date and I experienced a mix of emotions - relieved to … [Read more...]
Welcome to My World
My name is Melanie. I am a mom of two children, G who is 3 years old and V, who is 1 year old. G was born with a condition called Arthrogryposis. It affects his hips, knees and feet and makes it difficult for him to walk unassisted. Right now he uses braces and a walker to get around. As many moms will tell you, becoming a mother is a life changing experience. Having a child … [Read more...]