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Wednesday, May 21st, 2008Ah! The romance and culture of Rome is something that needs to be seen with one’s own eyes. Angela K. Nickerson’s A Journey into Michealangelo’s Rome is the perfect guide to follow in the footsteps of one of the great masters of art. This 163 page Artbook Series publication by Roaring Forties Press is a [...]
On the Move Approved - Kids Topics to Go, for Family Travel
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008There are several ways to deal with - er, I mean, enjoy - a family road trip. Keeping children entertained in the car is so important, because the incessant whines of “I’m bored,” “Are we there yet?” and “She’s touching my side of the seat!” make long car rides intolerable. Some of us prefer to [...]
Interview and Book Giveaway: Angela K. Nickerson
Monday, May 19th, 2008A Journey into Michelangelo’s Rome offers a fascinating exploration of Roman culture, art, and politics, as well as a visual feast of Renaissance art and contemporary photographs. Street maps allow the reader to navigate through the city and discover Rome as Michelangelo knew it and as it exists today.
Angela K. Nickerson is based in Sacramento, [...]
Giveaway: Josh Groban’s Awake: LIVE CD/DVD set
Monday, May 19th, 2008I HEART Josh Groban. There. I’ve stated it to the world. I’m also excited to have a copy of his Internet Limited Edition CD/DVD Awake: Live which includes bonus tracks.
I listened to the CD this weekend while cleaning the house and boy does it have some tracks that are perfect for a romantic roadtrip. Josh’s [...]
Top 10 Summer Adventure Travel Destinations
Saturday, May 17th, 2008This happens every summer: I get a new pair of cute sandals that fit nicely in the store, and then the first day out - bam! Sore feet and blisters. This may sound familiar to fellow fans of soft adventure travel. Non-stressful hiking, plus walking tours, pretty much make up the kind of summer vacation [...]
On the Move Approved: Short Stuffs by Klutz
Friday, May 16th, 2008My kids and I love Klutz products. The irreverent activity books, nifty crafts and entertaining games come in compact kits or books that are ideal for travel.
Many Klutz items have accompanied us on road trips and plane rides. In particular, Kids Travel: A Backseat Survival Kit is chock full of games, puzzles, mysteries, quizzes, trivia [...]
Winning Wednesday: Tots on the Go
Wednesday, May 14th, 2008Wow! What a response for the Tots on the Go Giveaway!
We had two hundred entries and almost a thousand lurkers. The TrendyKid Trunkie TwoGo and The Go-Go Babyz Infant Cruizer were two of the top picks, but the number one choice for the prize ended up being KidCo’s PeaPod Plus.
There were some great entries, such [...]
Zoobie Pets: Traveling Mamas On The Move Approved
Monday, May 12th, 2008
From the moment my kids hear we’re going on a trip they begin packing everything in sight: books, toys, pillows, favorite blankets, and three or four stuffed animals each.
When I heard about Zoobies Pets I knew there was a good chance a huge portion of my problem had been solved. And I was right. What [...]
Recommended Children’s Toys to Help Survive the Road Trip
Thursday, May 8th, 2008Keeping the kids entertained on the road is a lot easier than it used to be, what with portable DVD players and iPods. Plug ‘em in and keep ‘em quiet is sure a popular way to go. But it’s not the ONLY way to go, right? Some parents rightfully don’t want their children to [...]
May Snowfall in the Colorado Rockies
Thursday, May 1st, 2008This is why I do not plan outdoor parties for my daughter’s early May birthday. Here’s the view from my front porch this morning:
Spring weather in the Colorado Rockies is absolutely unpredictable — and nearly unforecastable. (Is that a word?) The Weather Channel is calling for 2 to 4 inches of snow today; FoxNews says [...]
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