Zip it up - chips!

Safeway has a new line of chips and I'm a fan - the Snack Artist.  We've now enjoyed a bag of the Bowl Fight, white corn tortilla chips, and they stayed crunchy until the end.  Large size, crisp, and a fair amount of salt (very important in this house).  Best of all, the bag features a resealable closure at the top, thus eliminating the need for fishing out the chip clip from the junk drawer.  These will definitely find their way into my cart again.

Let your soul glow!

I love a glittery, glowing mantle and these little candles from Crate and Barrel are a great addition.  Similar to mercury glass, the snowflakes dance when a tea light is lit within.  At $4.95 each, they are a steal!  They also make a perfect hostess gift. 

Time Flies!

One of my favorite things in my office is my 2010 Lilly Pulitzer wall calendar.  The colors and designs make me smile and I love having a splash of color at work.  Everything is better with something pink!  I was tickled to receive my 2011 calendar this week and can't wait to hang it up next month  

Strike a cord

Old Navy continues to be my favorite place for my little guy's pants.  I love their chinos and in the winter, I love their cords.  They have inside elastic, just as their other pants, and best of all - they snap, making it easy for young "I can do it myself" -ers. They're on sale this week for $15.

Let Go My Lego!

 

Looking for a great way to introduce you little one to the world of Legos?  Look no further!  This gem of a box is a terrific starter set and at only $15.88, it's a great value.  If your builder is on the younger side, this set from Duplo/Lego is the way to go.

Better than bare feet

For the third year in a row, the sandal of choice for my little guy is Keen's Newport H2.  I love these shoes!   They are virtually indestructible and come in a variety of colors, though we've opted for the navy and brown in the past.  They offer good traction and the covered toe makes them ideal for preventing skinned toes.  Best of all, when they get muddy and stinky (and they will), you just toss 'em in the washing machine.  I can't imagine a summer without them!

A tattoo a mother can love

Vacation season is nearly upon us and I must confess: I am a worry-wart.  I don't keep my three year old tethered to me, but in crowded situations, I definitely want reassurance that we can be reunited if separated.  When we went to Disney World in February, I picked up a package of SafetyTats.  These great temporary tattoos give you a place to write your phone number and they really stay put.  Choose from a wide variety of styles or customize your own.  They even have tats for allergies and disabilities.  Great for amusement parks, beach trips, school outings, and more.  Check 'em out!