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May 31, 2014 · 3:52 am

StaySharp Commuter Cuff Review and Giveaway!!!

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. exposed seam logo

My daughter is an active cyclist and so I was thrilled to have her do a review for the StaySharp Commuter Cuff.  Just out of grad school with a new executive job in a metro area she does want to commute from her apartment to work and this cuff is perfect to keep her safe and keep her pants clean and away from her chain and gears.  The cuff also has a reflective stripe trim in back which is another great safety feature.  The cuff is easy to put on and so lightweight and easy to tuck into even the smallest purse or pocket when she removes it.  This is a great safety accessory for the cyclist in your life.

Stay Sharp and Don’t Expose Yourself
 

Combining a love for accessories with a passion for products that solve problems, Boston based company Exposed Seam offers a StaySharp Commuter Cuff for those who commute on bicycles. No longer necessary are rubber bands, rolled up pants, grease on clothing, or shoe laces caught in chains. StaySharp’s unique shape keeps pants clean and helps keep laces away from your gears and chain – plus riders won’t look like they are digging for clams.

 
Exposed Seam’s patent pending cuffs are made in the USA, out of Cordura® fabric produced in the USA. They are designed for the right leg, but can be worn on both sides, and its reflective trim on the back seam helps riders stay safe. One size fits most.
 
StaySharp Commuter Cuffs are available in a variety of stores in the US, Canada, and Australia and online at ExposedSeam.com, Amazon, Square marketplace, and Etsy.

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The Creators:
Jonathan and Jenifer Stark began Exposed Seam out of a mutual love of cycling and style.  Jonathan, who has commuted all over Boston by bike for many years engaged Jenifer’s MassArt fashion design skills to solve his constant problem of ruined shoelaces and pants.  Sympathetic to her husband’s plight, the StaySharp Commuter Cuff was born. 
 
The first production run was made right in the couple’s live/work studio at the 300 Summer St. Artist’s Building, and they have since grown their business to enlist the help of a local manufacturing facility in Fall River, MA.  Jonathan and Jen are committed to keeping their cuffs made in the USA.
 
Jonathan’s background in video development and marketing coupled with Jenifer’s web design and e-commerce skills have also helped make Exposed Seam a home grown venture.  They hope to continue to reach new cyclists each year and spread the word that doing what’s good for your body and the planet never means having to sacrifice your style.

The cuffs are made in the USA, out of CORDURA® fabric produced in the USA.
– They are designed for the right leg, but can be worn on both sides.
– Their unique shape keeps your pants clean and helps keep laces away from your gears and chain.
– Reflective trim on the back seam helps you stay safe.
– One size fits most.

Want to win one?  If so, enter our giveaway below:

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· 1:09 am

Real Kids Shades Review & Giveaway!!!

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Protecting my kid’s eyes is very important to me and that is why we have been using Real Kids Shades to shield their peepers from damaging sun rays.  Real Kid’s Shades stand up to whatever your kids dish out.  Made from safe materials with great styling that your kids will love almost as much as you do!  My kids play outside a lot so I like that they have comfortable eye protection they like to wear.  We recently reviewed the Polarized Blaze Shades and they love them!  They are great looking and provide superior protection with a ton of features and comfy fit.  So for 100% UVA/UVB sun protection brows Real Kids Shades website and enter our giveaway below to win a pair.

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What’s so great about these:

 

  • 100% UVA/UVB sun protection.
  • Polycarbonate frame with comfort rubber tipped temples.
  • Wrap around frame minimizes exposure to peripheral light.
  • Impact resistant, shatterproof polycarbonate lens.

 

 

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Doctor Recommended

Real Kids Shades are the doctor recommended sunblock you can apply directly to your kids’ eyes. They’re made with shatterproof, impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses because it’s the best stuff kids’ sunglasses can be made from. Our Xylex frames are super light and durable while our TPE frames are extremely flexible and bendable. Our wrap-around frames minimize exposure to harmful peripheral light. Opticians can even fit some of our styles with prescription lenses. These are just a few of the reasons why doctors like Real Kids Shades.

Made Just for Kids

Real Kids Shades are specifically constructed to fit kids’ faces and their lifestyles. Our My First Shades line was designed with the help of a pediatric ophthalmologist for optimal fit, comfort and safety. All our sunglasses are made exclusively for infants and children in kid-approved styles that are shatterproof, impact-resistant and adaptable to sports and active lifestyles.

Kids need to be active, outdoors and in their sunglasses. Made to be worn year-round, our banded frames fit just as well under ski helmets as they do bike helmets. Our patented neoprene bands with Velcro® adjustable closures keep them secure and in place on the court or in the yard. And they’re tough. Real Kids Shades are made to be outgrown before worn out.

Comfortable, Durable and Good-Looking

All Real Kids shades are comfortable (so kids will wear them), durable (so they stand up to kid life), and good-looking 
(so they get used). They’re serious sunglasses fabricated with the same high-quality materials and to the same exacting standards as adult shades. We don’t believe your kids deserve anything less.

Go HERE to read the guide every mom should read on protecting children’s eyes from the sun!

Real Kids Shades is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings! One lucky blog reader will win a pair of shades of their choice (subject to availability).  Thank you Real Kids Shades for the review shades and for sponsoring this cool giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!   Open to US residents.

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May 30, 2014 · 10:11 pm

Custom Embroidery Giveaway – Tote Bag Embroidered With Herbs

Crooked Brook is sponsoring a Custom Embroidered Tote Bag Giveaway just in time to “tote” your stuff from the farmer’s market!

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One winner will receive two, 10″W x 14″H x 5″D, gusseted bottom, 10 oz., 100% cotton canvas tote bags personalized with two of the winner’s favorite herbs embroidered, one on one side, of each bag.

Total value including SHI…$50.00

Here is the list of herbs that winners can choose from:

 

  • Basil
  • Caraway
  • Chamomile
  • Chives
  • Coriander
  • Cumin
  • Dill
  • Fennel
  • Lemon Balm
  • Marjoram
  • Myrrh
  • Oregano
  • Parsley
  • Peppermint
  • Rosemary
  • Sage
  • Spearmint
  • Tarragon
  • Thyme

 

Images of the embroidered stitch outs can be found here: embroidery designs.

Tote bags have become one of the most used bags in America. They can be utilized for a multitude of purposes, which explains why they have become so popular. These bags are truly an American Classic. For those looking for convenience and ease of carrying things, the tote bag is often the best suited for the job.

The word tote started to be used back in the mid 1700’s and literally means to carry, with technically unknown origins; originally attested in Virginia. The Oxford English Dictionary questions the popular theory of its origin in a West African language (cf. Kikongo tota “pick up” and Kimbundu tuta “carry, load,” linked to Swahili tuta “pile up, carry”).

Embroidery a form of art that involves decorating a surface, typically fabric, with designs created by using a needle and thread (or yarn) that started out as a form of hand sewing and eventually advanced into a type of machine sewing. The exact origins of embroidery are hard to pinpoint, but there are many early examples that have survived throughout the centuries from ancient Egypt, Northern Europe and the Zhou Dynasty in China. In many cultures throughout history including ancient Persia, India, Japan, Byzantium, medieval and Baroque Europe – embroidery was a sign of high social status and wealth and became a hugely popular art form.

 

Terms and conditions:

  • You must be 18 years or older to enter.
  • Crooked Brook will ship the prize to the winner within 30 days of contest end.
  • Physical address required for shipping; no PO boxes, US recipients only residing in one of the 48 contiguous states. If address is undeliverable or prize is unclaimed and sent back, winner is responsible for re-shipping charges.

Cant to wait to see if you won? Receive a 20% discount on all Crooked Brook custom shirts (embroidered or printed), custom polo shirts (embroidered or printed), custom sweatshirts (embroidered or printed) or custom hoodies (embroidered or printed) custom lab coats (embroidered or printed) and custom embroidery from 5/21/14 through 06/15/14 with the Coupon Code “Mommy Ramblings Custom Embroidery Giveaway”.

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May 27, 2014 · 3:06 pm

8 Ways to Brighten Up Your Living Room

Natural light flowing into your living room makes the room feel spacious and inviting. Therefore, it is beneficial to your overall decor to allow the maximum amount of natural light into the room. When natural light is limited, you can do make some creative design and decor choices to brighten up the room.
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Window treatments
Using the minimum amount of window coverings will allow the natural light to flow more freely into the room. Light weight window covering fabric is a good design choice. You could choose window treatments such as blinds that can be raised to leave the majority of the window uncovered during the day and lowered for privacy at night.

Mirrors
Hanging a mirror across from a window is a smart design trick that helps brighten a room. Choosing a mirror with a gold or silver frame gives you an additional reflective element in the room. Mirrored tables are an ideal accent piece in any room that you wish to brighten up.

Decorative accessories
The accessories you incorporate into your decor can help brighten up the room. Clear vases such as those found at different online shops are an ideal choice. Shiny gold and silver vases add elegance to a room while providing a surface for light to bounce off of. Clear vases can be used in a variety of ways in a living room decor. If you want to include a unique accessory in your living room that will both reflect light and allow light to flow through it, you should check out the metallic vase as well. Metallic items add casual elegance to a decor. That is often an ideal combination for a living room.

Color
One of the simplest ways to brighten up your living room is through the use of vibrant, energizing colors. You may want to paint an accent wall a brilliant orange, bright yellow, energizing red or shocking green to brighten up the room. A bold colored fabric on an accent chair, pillows made with bright floral print fabric, magnificently colorful wall art, vibrant colored rugs or painted accent furniture are all great ways to use color to enliven your living room. 

Furniture placement
When you place your furniture in the living room, be sure that none of it blocks a window. A room that is overcrowded with furniture is not visually appealing. Using a minimal amount of furniture allows any type of lighting to flow more freely throughout the room. 

Lighting
The lighting you choose play a large role in determining how bright your living room is. You get a bonus when you select lighting such as a chandelier, mini chandelier or lamps with clear shades. The light they emit shines through and sunlight reflects off of them. 

Flowers and plants
Placing a vase of fresh flowers in your living room is a wonderful way to brighten up the room. At various online shops you can find some very attractive vases that would be the perfect container for a bouquet of fresh flowers. As an alternative to fresh flowers, you can include some lush green plants in your decor. A large single leaf, showcased in an attractive glass bowl or vase, looks lovely sitting on an accent table in the living room.

Brighten your room with black accessories
When you are searching for ways to brighten up your living area, you are likely focusing on bright colors. However, you should not overlook the powerful way black can enliven a room. You might consider black slip covers for your furniture. Accent pillows in almost any color would pop against the black fabric. Silver or gold decorative items command attention when placed on a table with a black top. A clear glass bowl with a colorful candle or festive candy in it is a cheerful accessory for a room. Place a small colorful accent rug over a black area rug and the room will immediately brighten up.

By implementing some of the previously mentioned ideas, you can easily brighten up your living room. Work with the flow of natural light as much as possible. Beyond that, let your creative decorating skills have unlimited freedom and enjoy the results.


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May 26, 2014 · 2:00 am

$270 RECARO Performance SPORT Harness to Booster Car Seat Giveaway!!!

Disclosure: I was not compensated for sharing this post. The Sponsor (RECARO) is responsible for prize fulfillment. For more than 100 years, RECARO has been manufacturing high quality, innovative, durable seating of all kinds including aircraft seats, automotive seats, stadium seats, children’s car seats, and seats for special fields of operation.

Buy It

You can purchase one of RECARO’s top-of-the-line car seats via various local and online retailers including Babies R Us or Amazon.com.

The Prize

One RECARO Performance SPORT In the Color Haze $270 ARV

Features

Specs:

  • Car Seat Dimensions
    •  27.5″ to 31.5″ high by 19″ wide by 21.5″ deep
  • Seat Weight
    • 25 pounds
  • Child’s Weight/Height
    • Harness Mode: 20 to 65 pounds/27 to 49 inches
    • Booster Mode: 30 to 120 pounds/37 to 59 inches
  1. Mesh Pockets. Two mesh pockets on either side are provided to hold cups, snacks, or toys that are easily within reach.
  2. Safety Stripe System. This one-of-a-kind racing-inspired white stripe, clearly visible on the outside edge of the 5-point harness, alerts parents to improper harness alignment.
  3. CoolMesh Air Ventilation. Four zones of luxurious, temperature balancing fabrics to prevent child from sweating.
  4. EasyAdjust 5-Point Harness. Whether in Harness or Booster mode, each belt guide is color-coded so you can easily identify the proper belt path and positioning of either the LATCH strap or vehicle seat belt.
  5. Side Impact Protection. RECARO’s Side Impact Protection is designed to distinctly protect 5 vulnerable areas of a child in a side impact collision–their head, neck, face, torso, and pelvis.
  6. SoftTouch Seat Cushion. Memory foam cushion in the seat of the Performance SPORT ensures a comfortable ride.
  7. ErgoShell Structure. The shell is designed to offer child occupants the comfort qualities RECARO seats are known throughout the world for.

Enter to Win

Open to U.S. Residents 18 Years+ Ends June 9, 2014

This giveaway brought to you via Measuring Flower Events.


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· 1:48 am

The Very Real Mental Disorder of Pregnancy Addiction

Have you ever know someone who was addicted to pregnancy?  It’s very different from wanting a large family.  Women addicted to pregnancy are obsessed to the point that nearly every aspect of their life relates to wanting to be pregnant, trying to get pregnant or being pregnant.  Social media has fueled this addiction because now they can use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and more to search for ways to announce the pregnancypregnancy test

Pregnancy addiction is a real psychiatric disorder and women with the disorder will get pregnant over and over, even though they already are overwhelmed by the children they have.  The high comes from the pregnancy, making the announcement is such a high, they usually announce before the pee stick is dry.  Then the constant updates of morning sickness, cravings, belly pics, sonograms, names, big gender reveals and more.  This all leads up to the big day and the culmination of the big birth story.

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Then without skipping a beat, they start discussing how long they will wait before becoming pregnant again and often post about the fact that they might be and asking their friends if they should test and then making them wait on the results. The reason this is so fun for them is because they feel like they are a star, they crave the attention and are usually very insecure and wanting to fill a void with the pregnancy.  This is something they can focus on and bask in the comments, praise and adoration of friends and family.  They can be neglectful of the children they have in order to focus their attention on connecting with social media about the pregnancy.

Psychologist and Psychiatrists describe pregnancy addiction and the constant need to get pregnant as much an addiction as substance or alcohol abuse.  Psychiatrists describe it as a mental disorder.  The women who suffer pregnancy addiction are usually stay-at-home moms without a job or career and feel being pregnant gives them a purpose and makes them valued.

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The women describe themselves as feeling feminine and womanly when pregnant and relish the adulation they receive because it makes them feel like the center of the universe.  Many women use the constant pregnancy as an excuse for not pursing any other interests, career or education.  They are insecure and uncomfortable with the thought of being outside their role as a mother.

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Other women are addicted to pregnancy as they feel it will save their marriages and that their husband will never leave them if they have lots of children.  They look at the children as something that will hold the marriage together like mortar and continue getting pregnant to avoid ever having an empty nest.  The children tend to be a buffer between the spouses and they lose touch of how to interact with their spouse alone.

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The women feel an emotional rush when they think about getting pregnant and once pregnant the release of the hormone oxytocin makes them feel great.  They love the glow and the compliments they get when pregnant.  However, when the baby is born and the focus shifts, they often feel low and are obsessed with getting the feeling they had when pregnant back.  It makes no difference if they cannot physically care for their children, many addicted mothers neglect their children and focus on getting pregnant again.  They often will relish the newborn stage but as soon as the baby starts to become mobile they are deeply longing to be pregnant again.  Pregnancy addiction is a real disorder and women experiencing it should seek psychiatric treatment.

Do you know anyone that is addicted to pregnancy, let us know.

 

 


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May 23, 2014 · 4:10 pm

The American Bible Challenge Prize Pack Giveaway!!! #BibleChallenge

THE AMERICAN BIBLE CHALLENGE is a spirited game show that celebrates the Bible and its place in American culture. Bible enthusiasts from all across the country compete in a variety of challenges that put their knowledge of the Good Book to the test. The show’s prizing further reflects the celebration of faith, as teams earn money for the charity of their choice.

The American Bible Challenge returns for a two-hour block May 22nd at 8/7c on Game Show Network. Don’t for get to tune in June 5th for the first episode of It Takes a Church premiering right after The American Bible Challenge.

Keep up with The American Bible Challenge on Twitter & Facebook

5 Things you didn’t know about The American Bible Challenge:

1. All the money won in every single episode is donated to charities
2. All of the questions come from the old and new testament
3. Your bible knowledge will be tested in physical challenges as well
4. The American Bible Challenge is the highest rated TV program in Game Show Network history
5. It is nominated for two daytime emmy awards: Outstanding Game Show, and Outstanding Game Show Host Jeff Foxworthy

 

Enter to win the American Bible Challenge Prize Pack in our Giveaway Below!!!

Use the Rafflecopter widget to enter and read the official rules below.  Good Luck!!!
Each household is only eligible to win One (1) The American Bible Challenge Prize Pack via blog reviews and giveaways. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.  Open to US residents.
American Bible Challenge Prize Pack Giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!

The American Bible Challenge Prize Pack INCLUDES:
– 1 official “The American Bible Challenge” Tee-shirt
– 1 11×17 official Season 3 poster

Giveaway sponsored by Game Show Network & The American Bible Challenge.

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May 17, 2014 · 11:53 pm

Publisher Plus, Desktop Publishing For Mac Review & Giveaway!!!

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

My friend and business partner who is a Mac user, recently reviewed the desktop publishing software, Publisher Plus for Mommy Ramblings.  She said it was a cinch to download the software from the App store.  She really liked the ease of using  the program and thought it was excellent for anyone with their own business, like us.  It’s also great for creating any kind of cards, brochures, flyers, newsletters, catalogs, certificates, books and more.  It was full of great templates for specific projects or you can be truly creative and start with your own blank canvas.
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She has already used it to make some great business cards, product literature and more.  Everything works well and runs smoothly, no freezing or performance issues of any kind.  You can customize the projects with your own pictures and clip art or choose from the included library. There are a wealth of fonts, colors, designs and styles to add flair to any project.

 

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Publisher Plus is a powerful page layout application for desktop publishing on Mac. It empowers you to create stunning flyers, brochures, business cards, newsletters, adverts, reports, calendars, posters, booklets, etc.

Key Features:

  • 170+ professionally designed templates.
    Customize text and crate multiple pages freely.
    Lots of art resources: clipart, background, mask, frame and filter.
    Lots of editing features: margin, size, calendar, layer, etc.
    Add preset shapes or customize shapes with drawing tool.
    Multiple export and share options.

Check it out at the Mac App Store:


If you would like to win a copy of this great desktop publishing software, just enter with the Rafflecopter widget below. Good luck!!!

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May 16, 2014 · 2:10 am

D-Link® Wi-Fi Baby Day/Night, HD, Cloud Camera Review & Giveaway!!!

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Are you in the market for a great Wi-Fi Baby Camera that will allow you to monitor your child on your smart phone or tablet?  Look no further than D-Link® Wi-Fi Baby Camera (DCS-825L).  This Baby and Child Camera comes with a free mobile app loaded with features to ensure parents never miss a moment.

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The DCS-825L Baby Camera features HD video, integrated motion and sound detection, temperature sensing, instant push alerts, night-vision technology, integrated lullabies, and video recording. The D-Link Wi-Fi Baby Camera is the most versatile baby monitoring solution available on the market today, providing at-home and remote monitoring for multiple users using their own mobile device and the new free mydlink™ Baby Camera Monitor app and service.

 

“The D-Link Wi-Fi Baby Camera has already been recognized as one of the most cost-effective, full-featured baby monitoring solutions available today by receiving a CES Innovations Honoree Award,” said Daniel Kelley, vice president of marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. “Our baby monitor helps parents feel in control, whether it is watching your baby, selecting lullabies, or just checking to ensure the temperature in the room is comfortable.

 

Setup of the Wi-Fi Baby Camera with the free mydlink Baby Camera Monitor app is easy and advanced features like two-way audio, motion and sound detection, and automatic night vision with infrared LEDs allow parents to see what’s going on both day and night.”

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The Wi-Fi Baby Camera can easily connect to an existing Wi-Fi network for local and remote monitoring (via Internet connection) and can also be used even when a wireless network is not available by wirelessly connecting the mobile device directly to the camera for instant local monitoring – ideal for use while traveling.

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The camera also features motion, sound and temperature sensing technology that can trigger instant push alerts to notify parents if something is amiss and a microSD card for auto-recording to ensure no details or special moments are overlooked.

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This camera was so easy to set up and I loved the fact that I could use my smartphone or tablet to monitor easily even away from home.  Great camera for baby, child or even your pet.  The music feature is sweet and I love the shape and style and that you can interchange the pink and blue rings.  The temperature feature is really nice and can alert you to sudden shifts in heating or cooling.  All around a great choice for a high quality baby/child camera monitor.

More About the Wi-Fi Baby Camera

Recognized as an International CES Innovations 2014 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree and 2014 IF Design Award recipient, the Wi-Fi Baby camera represents the next generation of baby monitoring solutions:

 

  • HD Resolution/Pinch-Zoom* – Provides rich detail and high image quality; pinch and zoom capabilities to see things up close
  • Mobile App Support – Three easy steps to set up the camera and then enjoy local or remote monitoring of your baby on a mobile device with the free mydlink Baby Camera Monitor app (available for iOS and Android devices)
  • MicroSD Card Slot – Automatically records video on a microSD card when motion or sound is detected; replay recorded video clips
  • Record Video Clips – The mydlink Baby Camera Monitor app allows you to take snapshots or video clips and save directly to your mobile device for viewing and sharing
  • Automatic Night Vision – See your baby up to 15 feet away in the dark via night mode
  • Micro USB Power Input – Ideal for traveling and on-the-go monitoring, the baby camera can be powered by an external battery pack (not included)
  • Temperature Sensor and LED* – Temperature display available on the Baby Camera Monitor app; receive push alerts when temperature levels are outside the set range
  • Instant Push Alerts – Receive push notifications anytime noise or motion is detected
  • Sound/Motion Detection – Sound/motion sensor triggers push alerts or recording
  • Lullabies – Five pre-recorded lullabies to help soothe child
  • Two-Way Audio – Listen to and talk to your baby
  • mydlink Service – Remotely watch your baby on your mobile device via 3G, Wi-Fi, or 4G LTE
  • Color Coordinated – Apply pink or blue rings to personalize camera for your baby’s room

 

Availability and Pricing

The D-Link Wi-Fi Baby Camera (DCS-825L) is now available for $179.99 at Amazon.com, BestBuy.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, and throughout D-Link’s vast network of retail and e-tail outlets in the United States. Detailed specifications are available online at www.dlink.com/.

About D-Link

D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit www.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook  and Twitter or D-Link’s blog.

Enter to Win!!!

D-Link is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win a D-Link Wi-Fi Baby Camera!  Thank you D-Link for the review camera and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

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May 14, 2014 · 1:57 am

A Matter of Perspective: Still Embracing Dandelions!!!

I have never been obsessed with my lawn, dandelions don’t bother me. I would rather have them grow instead of coating my lawn with chemicals.  I really don’t see the need to go nuts over it, when you cut the lawn they’re gone and by the time they’re really blooming all over, it’s time to cut the lawn again. If we did not have dandelions my kids would never have “Wishy Flowers” to make a wish and blow on.

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I see posts on Facebook from people upset that the dandelions are growing on their lawn They talk about bringing out the “big guns” (pesticides), to get rid of them.  I cannot understand it when they would rather expose their kids and pets to the pesticides rather than let a few or maybe a lot, of pretty yellow weeds grow.

As I was pondering the thought, my little ones came out onto the lawn and scanning it they marveled, “Look at all the pretty yellow flowers!  Don’t step on them they are so nice.  How did we get so many?”

Today I was the recipient of a very special dandelion placed on my laptop while I was out of the room.  A very special flower from my seven-year old.

 

My preschooler brings me home dandelions in his backpack and by the time he gets home they are closed and dry, but he still asks me to put them in water.  I treasure the dandelion bouquets they bring me as this time is so precious and their vision so pure. Seeing these weeds as beautiful yellow flowers, something to share with their mother and something to preserve.  The innocence of these children makes me think of something I heard once, if dandelions were hard to grow everyone would want them.

A few years ago I wrote a post entitled Embracing the Dandelions and today I am still embracing the dandelions and embracing the love that brings me them and asks, “Aren’t they so pretty mommy?”  You know what? They sure are! They are more beautiful than roses because of the thought and love behind them.  It’s only a matter of perspective and this mom will forever be embracing the dandelions and the sweet memories.


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