Contest: Win a customizable Flying Buttress bag set

by Mir | May 6, 2013 | Contests

Contest time! Things have been a little slow ’round here of late (translation: real life has a crazy way of cutting into blogging time…), and so I think it’s time to get back into giving out goodies when I can. Yay! The folks over at Flying Buttress...

Get your own star

by Mir | May 6, 2013 | Hot Hot Hot!

I’ve always thought that whole “have a star named for you” thing was a sweet idea, but kind of overpriced. I mean, $75+ for a certificate, essentially? Nice idea, but… I guess I’m too cheap. (Surprise!) But check it out, because...

Gel manicures at home, for less

by Mir | May 6, 2013 | Hot Hot Hot!, Product Talk

Let me fully admit right up front that I do not understand this whole gel nail polish craze, other than that people swear it lasts longer, looks better, and possibly cures cancer (maybe not that last part). I almost never wear nail polish on my hands, on account of I...

A little Melissa & Doug to wrap up the weekend

by Mir | May 5, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

Psssst! If you’re surfing around online while watching the Chopped: All Stars finale tonight (uhhh… don’t judge me, just saying maybe someone else is… doing the same thing I am…), you might be pleased to know that this adorable Melissa...

It’s like What to Wear Friday

by Mir | May 3, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!, What to Wear

It’s another great day to check out the Target Daily Deals for clothing and shoes for the entire family. $8 sweaters for boys, $10 sandals, $4 shirts for girls, and a fantastic deal on Liz Lange Maternity for those in need of it—buy 1, get 1 half off, plus...