Lalawhat, now?

by Mir | Dec 12, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

I… do not quite understand the Lalaloopsy doll craze. And when they became such a huuuuuge thing last holiday season, I thought maybe by this year it would be over. But it’s not! I mean, apparently. Thankfully we are past this stage. It looks like these...

I’m just wondering

by Mir | Dec 12, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

So, just out of curiosity, how blasphemous would it be, exactly, to buy this Playmobil Santa’s House and set it up right next to our Playmobil nativity this season? Does your answer change if I mention that the current $25.64 price is as low as it’s ever...

It must be done

by Mir | Dec 11, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

I’m sorry, but I have to: Right now this Fisher-Price “corn popper” toy is just $6 at Amazon (make sure you’re looking at the Frustration Free Packaging, if it’s not defaulting to that), and as far as I know it’s not even possible...

Everything for teens

by Mir | Dec 10, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!, What to Wear

Here’s one more chance to pick up the stuff tweens and teens love over at Aeropostale—today they’re offering $25 off your $100+ order and free shipping with coupon code 25OFF. Just want a few small things? No problem—use code FREESHIP for free...

‘Tis the season…

by Mir | Dec 10, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

… for Nerf markdowns! Because nothing says peace on earth like foam darts. Yes. Just a handful, so far, but if you’re in the market for tactical artillery, check out these Amazon deals: Nerf N-Strike Elite: Rough Cut 2X4 Blaster for $10 (50% off) Nerf...

Angry Birds + Star Wars = deals

by Mir | Dec 9, 2013 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

This is what comes of having older kids… I didn’t even realize that the whole Angry Birds/Star Wars mashup was, like, an entire line of toys. I just thought it was funny to see one of the pigs dressed up like Darth Vader. Amazon has slashed prices on a...