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March 8, 2018 · 5:42 pm

Signing Back On After Nearly A Week With No Power!

If things have seemed quiet here on Mommy Ramblings, there is good reason why. We are just emerging from nearly a week of having no power, no internet and no cable. That means we had no heat and it is cold here in New York!

We do have a generator but it was giving us issues causing us to rely on just our wood burning fireplace for warmth for almost 5 days before we got it up and running. Let’s just say, it was no indoor camping trip!

I have so much work to catch up on and lost a week of income with my other job that requires me to work online. More than an inconvenience it causes financial hardship for so many that work from home. Many people do not understand that aspect of it.

My Cardinal landed on my porch railing right when the electric came back on. Then he sat for a while in one of the bushes out in front.

However, nothing much can be done about that but to move forward. I feel a great deal of pressure to make up all the missed work and deadlines. I am going to do the best that I can and try to hope that is enough.

Thank you all for your patience . Let me tell you, I cannot wait for spring!!!

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March 11, 2015 · 12:09 am

National Craft Month Giveaway-Win A Lakeshore Learning Arts & Craft Bundle!

March is National Craft Month and Mommy Ramblings is celebrating! Time to let your creativity shine and Lakeshore Learning has everything you need for painting, stamping, drawing, coloring and craft projects of all kinds. We recently took some time to get our craft on with Lakeshore’s Washable Watercolor Brush Pens, Super Safe Tabletop Paper Center and the Mini Stampers Marker Tub.

The Tabletop Paper Center is made of quality hardwood and is super sturdy. The rubber feet on the bottom of the base keep the unit super secure on the table. There is a paper guide that you thread the paper under and can use to safely cut it to different lengths for projects. The 400 ft paper roll is included and the paper is quality and thick enough that nothing went through to the table, not even the paint! The dowel inserts through the roll and then fits right into the table top base.

We had stamping fun galore with the Mini Stampers Market Tub which includes 50 markers in 10 different designs. Never had to worry about anyone waiting to use the same stamper as there were five in each design. This stamper set would make great party favors too!

The watercolor brush pens were an easy way to have watercolor fun without spilled water cups or constantly having to dip your brush in water and paint. With gentle pressure you can paint with the brush tip of the pen. The colors are vibrant and washable!

We had so much fun with all the great Lakeshore Learning, Arts and Crafts Products we reviewed and we are so happy to let you know that Lakeshore Learning is providing me with the same 3 products to giveaway to one lucky blog reader. Thank you Lakeshore Learning for the review products and for sponsoring this crafty giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.

The Lakeshore Learning Arts & Crafts Bundle Includes:

Tabletop Paper Center and 400 ft. Roll of Art Paper

Mini Stampers Market Tub of 50 Mini Stampers in 10 Designs

Set of 8 Washable Watercolor Brush Pens

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Tagged as Art Supplies, Arts & Crafts, Celebrate, giveaway, Lakeshore Learning, March, Mommy Ramblings, National Craft Month, review

March 28, 2014 · 8:23 pm

Lakeshore, 3-Way Tabletop Easel Review & Giveaway To Celebrate National Crafts Month!!!

March is National Crafts Month and we love crafts all year in our family so we really thing giving them some recognition is so cool. My children are all very creative and artistic and so you will find tons of craft supplies, markers, colored pencils, paints, chalks, paper and much more in our home. My little ones really love to draw and so since they are so close in age and want to do everything together. The 3-Way Tabletop Easel from Lakeshore was the perfect choice for a great art center where they can paint, color and create their own masterpieces together!

Lakeshore Easel

Right out of the box this easel is a cinch to get set up and you only need to do a quick 2 screw attachment on the tray with the alyn wrench included. One side features a high quality chalk board that erases completely. It is a real pet peeve of mine when chalk boards are hard to erase or do not erase completely without a great deal of elbow grease.

Lakeshore 3 Way Tabletop Easel

The other side is a dry erase white board and there is a tray underneath that extends out so each side has a place to hold paint, markers, chalk and other supplies.

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Two blue clips are included to hold paper. This easel has been used daily since I opened it. I like that it is lightweight and portable yet sturdy. It is so easy to take it out on the deck on a nice day and let the kids paint or color outside and then just bring it back in when they are finished without having to lug something big around.

If you are looking for a great creative easel for your kids, check out

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Ethan’s Muscle Man!!!

Lakeshore is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings! One lucky blog reader will win a 3-Way Tabletop Easel of their own! Thank you Lakeshore for the review easel and for sponsoring this creative giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.

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March 25, 2011 · 3:21 am

Spring???

Where did you go??? Last week was so beautiful. I was able to fitness walk outside instead of on the treadmill, but than wham we got slammed with some snow. I am not really bummed because it is Spring, it is the end of March and we are moving into April. How long can it last? Even today was mild albeit snowing at some points. Oh, and I did get to see the flowers bloom. Crazy, you think I am crazy? I really am not that far gone yet. : ) My Hibiscus tree (inside) is blooming and it just gives everyone a taste of Spring, even my husband, who usually will complain about my houseplants. He complains because he is often the caretaker who gets stuck watering them. However, today he pointed the beautiful blossom out to me. The dogs enjoyed romping in the snow and the kiddies enjoyed playing in the fresh air on the porch. We have a few cool days but they will be nice and sunny. I am hopeful next week we will see higher temps and greener pastures. Until then I am enjoying the crackling fire and feeling cozy with my family.

Don’t forget our Scentsationals give-away ends soon so be sure and get your entries in. I am warming some cinnamon vanilla now and it smells so good. We have so many great reviews and give-aways coming up so make sure you subscribe to the blog and like us on Facebook so you don’t miss any. Happy Spring everyone!!!