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August 21, 2013 · 1:20 pm

Luna Park Is New York City’s Magical Place for Birthday Parties and Summer Events!!

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Great celebrations make life’s special moments more memorable, and Luna Park in Coney Island is the perfect place to bring together friends and family for an unforgettable experience. From birthday parties that go beyond expectations to private parties for every occasion, our New York City amusement space is fully equipped to meet your specific needs. Whether you are planning an annual summer event or important family reunion, Luna Park delivers the fun, food and excitement you would expect from a world-class amusement space. Buy one wristband Get One FREE at Luna Park in Coney Island Use Code: USFamily when you click Here to plan your visit!!!

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August 20, 2013 · 10:43 pm

WOW-WalkOnWater Pad–A Great Summer Toy For Kids, Adults and Even Fido!!!

We still have a couple of weeks before school starts, I had hoped to bring you this earlier but the weather this summer has left much to be desired. Rain was an understatement and this soggy summer did not make for the ideal conditions for fun on the lake. There were a few days and a brief heat wave week that we are grateful for but certainly wished the sun had shined a little more and that the clouds and raindrops would have taken a backseat.

We did get to try out a great new water toy. The Wow-WalkOnWater Pad lets kids and adults even Fido have some floating, fun.

The WOW-WalkOnWater is the perfect choice to bring for fun to any lake party or ocean activity. For water skiers the WOW is a Terrific Launch Platform. This is not just a kid’s toy –WalkOnWater Pad is also designed for adult parties, too.

The WOW Pad weighs less than 30 LBS and is brightly colored for great visibility. The Rolled Pad measures only two feet in diameter and can easily be transported. The regular Pad supports a distributed weight of 800 – 1,000 LBS. while the Jumbo Pad supports 1,400 – 1,600 LBS.

Made from cross linked foam – preferred for marine applications (such as off shore buoys) vs. non cross linked foam used in pool noodles.

Each WOW Pad comes with Velcro® straps to hold the rolled WOW Pad in place for easy storage, as well as mooring device which allows easy attachment to your boat, dock or pier. You can sit, walk, run or relax on this amazing pad. It is virtually maintenance free without the puncture worries that come with inflatable products. With proper care, it will give years of floating fun.

You can order a WOW Pad direct from their website by clicking HERE!!!

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June 28, 2013 · 9:21 pm

Blast Zone, Pirate Blaster Inflatable Water Park Review!!! Special Discount Code!!!

Summer is here and what could be more fun for kids than having their own water park? The Blast Zone Pirate Blaster Inflatable Water Park will keep kids cool, active and having a blast all summer! The water park is so easy to get set up right out of the box. We put a tarp down on our grass and laid the Blast Zone Pirate Blaster on top, connected the blower and turned it on, ran the hosing around the perimeter and secured it with the attached velcro, connected the garden hose, turned the water on and let the kids loose!!! They have played in this every nice day since we have had it and it is used from morning until night. It is high quality and comes with stakes, a carry bag and even a repair patch kit. If you are looking for something to keep the kids occupied and cool this summer, you need to check out the Pirate Blaster!!! Mommy Rambling’s Readers can save 10% on their orders with the discount code BOUNCEBLOG. This code is good when you purchase from BlastZone.com

Blast Zone provided us with a Pirate Blaster to review. All opinions are my own.

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March 15, 2013 · 10:52 pm

River Rock Painting – Fun Craft Project

In the fall, I stopped with my family on the banks of one of the many rivers that run through the beautiful mountains where I live. I had an idea to paint some river rocks. Collecting them was great fun for the whole family. Our little guys had fun throwing and skipping them into the river too! I have had such a good time giving these smooth rocks some personality. I cannot wait for the weather to warm up so we can collect some more!

I collected a very large bucket full and when I got them home I washed them in a bucket of MelaMagic and Tough and Tender, then rinsed them and put them on brown craft paper to dry thoroughly.

When they were fully dry, I painted a base color on both sides and when dry I decided on what to transform them into. My first was my little yellow fish, followed by a couple of pink fish. After painting a few more fish, I tried my hand at a butterfly, some ladybugs, a couple of frogs and owls.

For painting the base painting and larger details I used an acrylic craft paint. I found that the Elmer’s Paint Markers are excellent for painting smaller details. When they are completely dry I sealed them with Mod Podge.

They are all so cute and look great on a desk as a paperweight, in flower pots, on windowsills, in decorative bowls or just about anywhere you want some color and character. My little guys even started painting some of their own and it was so precious. If you are looking for a great activity the whole family can get involved in, try painting river rocks.

Let me know if you try this.

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September 29, 2011 · 5:15 pm

Contigo AUTOSEAL® Madison Water Bottle – 24 oz, Review & Giveaway!!! {Giveaway Ended}

Recently, I was sent a green Contigo AUTOSEAL Madison 24 oz. Water Bottle. When my four-year-old saw it, he declared it his, because it was his favorite color. As we were heading out the door to his soccer game, I happily obliged. Filling it with fresh ice and water, it took me just a few seconds to show him how to push the button on the back of the lid, so he could drink from it. He thought that was pretty cool, and it was easy for him to handle. He showed it to all his team mates and we have been using it ever since. He even likes to use it at home. This bottle has an excellent seal that guarantees no leaks. I have thrown the bottle in my diaper bag and it has been flipped around and no leaks. The size is great and the quality is excellent. Comes in great colors, so you are sure to find your favorite. One of the things I really like, is that Contigo only makes BPA-Free Bottles.

Push button to hydrate! Spill- and leak-proof AUTOSEAL^® technology offers one-handed convenience, making the AUTOSEAL^® Madison Water Bottle perfect for active use. No spouts to open or lids to remove – just press to sip and release to automatically seal.

The AUTOSEAL^® Madison Water Bottle is easy to drink from, and easy to carry. It’s the ultimate in on-the-go hydration.
Benefits:

100% BPA free. No need to worry about the container you are drinking from – Contigo^® makes only BPA free bottles.
Patented AUTOSEAL^® lid is 100% leak-proof and 100% spill-proof.
Drinking made easy! Press to sip. Release to seal. AUTOSEAL^® automatically seals between sips to ensure no spills.
One-handed water bottle operation for on-the-go drinking.
Water bottle is made out of Tritan™, which provides high impact resistance and won’t stain or retain odors.
Carabiner clip on the handle makes this water bottle easy to carry. Attach it to a bag strap for hands-free portability.
Water bottle is top-rack dishwasher safe.
Wide opening fits ice cubes.
Volume markings help you gauge water intake.
24 oz. size fits most car cup holders.

Volume: 24 oz.
Dimensions: 4.1″ across widest point of lid x 10.3″H x 2.9″ diameter at base

About Contigo AUTOSEAL Products

Contigo® travel mugs and bottles feature the revolutionary new AUTOSEAL® patented technology that automatically seals between sips. The products – to-go coffee mugs, hydration bottles and kids mugs – are 100 percent leak-proof and spill-proof with superior insulation properties and are FDA approved and BPA free. Contigo is a brand of Ignite, a company with a passion for great products. For more information, visit www.gocontigo.com.

I am happy to let you know that Contigo is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings. One lucky blog reader will win their own Contigo AUTOSEAL Madison 24 oz. Water Bottle. Thank you Contigo for the review bottle and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US Residents.

Contigo AUTOSEAL Madison 24 oz. Water Bottle Giveaway on Mommy Ramblings Rules:

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June 12, 2011 · 9:20 pm

Aerobie Megatop Ultra High Performance Spinning Top Review & Give-Away!!! {Give-Away Ended}

Aerobie Inc. sent Mommy Ramblings the Megatop Ultra High Performance Spinning Top to review. This top has a weighted perimeter and is precision crafted for amazingly long spins. The top featues a quick launch accelerator and easily achieves 3000+ RPM spin rates. There are lots of tricks and games that you can do and play with this for hours of fun and competition. It includes a catching plate for balancing tricks and to control direction. Also included is a spin-booster to accelerate spin.

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This is a super fun toy and provides hours of fun and entertainment. There are so many neat tricks you can achieve with this awesome top. Aerobie Inc. is just so generous to sponsor a give-away on Mommy Ramblings. One of our lucky blog readers will receive their very own Aerobie Megatop!!!

Mommy Rambling’s Aerobie Megatop Give-Away Rules:

Mandatory Entry– Visit the Aerobie Website and tell me another product of theirs you like. Leave your choice in a comment on this blog post. Please remember this is the mandatory entry, if not completed no extra entries will count and will be deleted.

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Good Luck Everyone!!! Open to USA and Canadian residents. Give Away Ends June 30th at 12am EST. Winner will be selected by Random.org.

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February 23, 2011 · 10:40 pm

Making Snowballs and Memories!!!

Today was a glorious and sunny day. We were out on the porch in our shirt sleeves. Even though there is still snow on the ground, it was so warm and sunny. It felt fabulous to be out in the bright sunshine. After a bit, Jimi decided to teach the boys the art of making snowballs before our snow is gone. They had a great time and it was very difficult to get them to come in for naptime. What did you do today? What was the weather like by you?

Fall is here!!!

Well, it is officially Fall. I have to admit we actually are having a pretty nice one this year. Albeit only the 8th of October and that all can change in a day or less. I am going to try to remain hopeful that we will have a true Fall this year. The weather has been very mild, still taking walks, although it is getting dark much earlier and I dread changing the clocks because that will mean it will be dark even earlier. I really hate that part.

Alexandra is still working in Potsdam but will be home next month!!! We miss her and she misses us! Ray had a meeting with the Navy recruiter and all went well, he took Michael with him because Michael wants to join as soon as he graduates this year. Ethan and Luke are having a good time as usual. Ethan is a great big brother to Luke. He tries to teach him the right way to eat with his utensils, play basketball and other things. He is always encouraging with a “Good Job Luke” even when he is less than successful in shooting a basket. Of course they still have their moments of bickering but it is better for the most part. Ethan is understanding that Luke is getting very wise and the idea of giving him a rock or a stick in trade for something like a tractor is not going to cut it anymore. He is also pretty receptive if Luke cries, he will say “Come on Luke, stop crying.” So for the most part he is a loving brother but there is still the occasional body tackle.

Jimi and I are very busy with the laser business and it is very time-consuming but we are so grateful for the opportunity we have to do something like this. Jimi had his birthday on September 15th. I made him a yellow cake with my signature dark chocolate buttercream icing and it was delicious!!!

I am missing the garden as it is past its season. I loved going out and having the inspiration for a zucchini, eggplant, tomato pasta right there in front of me. Oh well that is the chain of life and we will start planning for next year. I hope the winter is not too bad in terms of ice. Ice is the worst, no one can drive on it no matter if you have 8 wheel drive. I have a good start on Luke’s birthday presents, and not too bad of a start on both little one’s Christmas presents. I even have some stuff for Alexandra already.

Jimi and I and the little boys had a nice outing at local horse farm a couple of weeks ago. We went on a tractor pulled hay ride the boys just loved. They also had their first pony ride which was a huge hit. Luke is starting to talk more in sentences and is such a character, he loves saying things like, “Look, see the tractor!” He is really developing his personality. Ethan is having a great time as usual and enjoying playing sports and with his tractors and trucks. He loves phonics DVDs and I am going to start working on some preschool reading, phonics and math with him. He likes counting things but is that any wonder?

The boys are monkeys for Halloween, in fact the Halloween photo cards just came in the mail today and they are so cute. I hope it is a nice day on Halloween and not a deep freeze. I think Ethan will get a real kick out of it this year. Last year Jimi and I took them out shopping in their costumes, they were still too little to really understand. This year I know Ethan will have a blast.

Well, I better sign off for now as I have a thousand and one things to do. Hope everyone is having a wonderful, blessed Autumn!!! God Bless!!!