I don't know what is wrong with me today. I just feel ucky. Blech. Anybody out there sympathize with me? Huh, do you, do you? I am thinking of just going to bed or curling up on the couch and vegging out for a bit. I promise I will be back. Unless of course, I were to die, which I am not planning on but hey, you never know.

I give full permission to any other sickies out there to take a break and hit the hay too.

I have our lucky winners for the Pingo.com $5 long distance calling codes.

Charity
Surge
Mamushi Love
"Miss" Anita
and 07violet won twice!!

Well done everyone!

Mrs. O: The Face of Fashion Democracy was a real treat to read. I have duly noticed Mrs. Obama's incredible style and was glad to read this delightful book about a lady who knows how to dress high style as well as All-American.

This book is filled with big, glossy pictures of the first lady (oh, and the President too). This book was written to build upon the success of a website - Mrs-O.org - which chronicles Michelle Obama's style. In Mrs. O you can take a closer look at more than 125 fabulous photographs which also delves into the backstory of the clothes and accessories that are worn. You will also find interviews with some of Mrs. Obama's favorite designers such as Isabel Toledo, Jason Wu, Micheal Kors, Maria Pinto, and Isaac Mizrahi.

This book is an absolute delight to page through. I very much enjoyed each and every moment. There is one quote which I felt very much summed up the feel of this book:

"When you look back through history at Jackie Kennedy or Francis Cleveland, those were moments when we could feel like we were chic Americans. Michelle Obama is really making us feel like chic Americans again." Booth Moore, Los Angeles Times

Mrs. O: The Face of Fashion Democracy can be purchased at Amazon.com and Amazon.ca.

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Although I myself am not much of a golfer, my husband is a lifelong golfer who enjoys it very much. So I asked my hubby what he thought of the Golfing Caddy.

He told me that he felt the Golfing Caddy was definitely something he would use on the golf course. This is because he (like most golfers) has a golf bag but not a huge amount of space to store things such as water, keys, bug spray, etc. in the bag. So therefore the Golfing Caddy is perfect.

The features of the Golfing Caddy that make it so versatile and useful are:
- Holds up to a 24 oz. water bottle or beverage with a water bottle cooler sleeve that's included.
- There is a 1 1/2" sturdy metal clip that easily attaches to your golf bag that also has a wrist strap for when you need to carry it.
- The Golfing Caddy has a pleated deep front pocket with a Velcro flapped closure which can easily hold personal items such as your driver's license, money, ball markers, extra tees, etc.
- There is a pleated back pouch that can hold things like cell phones, glasses, balls, gloves, etc.
- There is a second sturdy clip meant for holding your keys.
- There is a removable Microfiber towel that many golfers will find extremely handy for wiping off golf balls or clubs.
- The Golfing Caddy also packs flat for when you are travelling for those golf getaways.


The Golfing Caddy is also easily washable; simply hand wash and line dry because the Golfing Caddy is made from Microfiber with PVC backing.

Plus, the Golfing Caddy is reasonably priced at $19.99 plus $4.95 shipping and handling; making it an ideal gift for any golfers on your shopping list.

When I received a box of Aardvark Scarves from Admiral Road, I was soooo excited. These are really fun scarves for kids and big(ger) kids. They come in a variety of different styles/designs and are fleecy and soft to the touch. I just love them! Plus they have nice bright colors.

I really love the Ladybug and Bee Scarf. It's super gorgeous and warm too!

I've been wearing the Crayon Scarf lately. The scarf really keeps your neck warm and cozy and I love adding a little splash of color to my usually drab winter wardrobe!

I can't wait to give these scarves out to my nephews who I know are going to love them! Plus, all of the Aardvark Scarves are machine washable which is fab.

Oh, and how cute is this scarf - the Monkey Scarf! I just think that is beyond cute.

And for the little girls on your shopping list there are the Cupcake Scarf and the Flowers Scarf - both stylish and cute in pink!


The Aardvark Scarves from Admiral Road are beautifully made, easy-to-care-for, and fun scarves for both kids and big kids like me!

You can purchase the Aardvark Scarves for your little one or yourself HERE.

When I was growing up, one thing that I found to help me a lot when I was feeling alone or not at my best, was to journal. Journaling allows a child or young adult to express themselves without fear of angering anyone or getting in trouble. I think journals are sometimes a vital way of having children/young adults to give themselves a voice, even if it is only on paper. Reading back what they've written about allows them to feel validated, more confident, allows them to focus on positivity, and helps think problems out.

So when I came across Journal Buddies, I thought, "what a great idea for children or young adults." Journal Buddies by Jill Schoenberg come in a boy's and girl's version.

Here are some amazing statistics from Journal Buddies:

"By high school only 29% of girls report that they are happy the way there are. This means that a whopping 71% of high school girls are not happy with themselves!

One-third of all girls in grades nine to 12 think they are overweight, and 60 % are trying to lose weight.

Only 56% of seventh graders say they like the way they look.

Girls question their own beauty: between 50 and 70% of girls of normal weight believe they are overweight

Children with very low self-esteem, or what the researchers called self-derogation, are 1.6 times more likely to meet the criteria for drug dependence than other children."

It's so scary isn't it? I know I had a horrible time with self-esteem growing up just like so many boys and girls out there today. Journal Buddies is a fun, interactive, and creative tool for any boy or girl you love and care about. This is a resource for parents or relatives of children that can help build self-confidence and self-esteem. What better gift is there?

Journal Buddies is Family Approved by the Dove Foundation, and has received the Mom's Choice Award along with a Midwest Book Award.

Journal Buddies are available for purchase at Amazon.com.

SmartKnitKIDS socks have really started to gather a following online. Why? Well SmartKnitKIDS socks are specially made to help out little folk who have sensitive feet and find seams in their socks annoying. Knit-Rite started making SmartKnitKIDS socks that would be truly seamless, antimicrobial, super soft, and that hug feet.

With this form-fitting design it reduces wrinkling or bunching and thereby reduces any potential irritation for the wearer. The SmartKnitKIDS socks also wicks moisture away for a dryer and more hygienic sock enviroment for kids. As well, SmartKnitKIDS socks inhibit odor-causing bacteria.

SmartKnitKIDS socks have been found to be very well received by individuals with Autism, sensory processing differences (SPD), and those who simply cannot stand annoying sock seams. How often have you heard kids say "I hate wearing socks!" Well, maybe they would rather wear these seamless sensitivity socks by Knit-Rite.

So if you happen to have a child who is impossible to get to wear socks I would highly recommend checking out the SmartKnitKIDS socks. They come in the following colors: Black, White, Pink, Purple, and Navy. There are ankle socks, crew socks, and knee-high socks. They are available in the following sizes for kids: 1-4 Toddler, 4-8 Toddler, 8-12 Toddler, 12 Toddler - 2 Girls/Boys, 2-5 Girls/Boys, and 5-8 Girls/Boys.

You can buy SmartKnitKIDS socks online at: http://www.therawear.com/kids_socks.html.