It’s cold outside. Especially in the morning when I have to bundle up my little ones, take them outside and load them into the cold car and strap them into their cold car seats. Those big fluffy, adorable winter coats that I use to keep them warm could be causing a seriously dangerous situation. Christie Haskell, a mom and author, talked with Detroit Mommies about car seat safety.
Zehnder’s 20th Annual Snowfest
Anticipation is building in Frankenmuth this week, as workers prepare the single and double blocks of snow for carving in the upcoming Zehnder’s 20th annual Snowfest! I watch for this every January. Sure, I could check the web site (https://www.zehnders.com/zehnderssnowfest/), but checking to see if the blocks are being built is more fun. 🙂 I …
Local domestic violence organizations benefit from HopeLine program
In October, challenged all of our readers to submit their old cell phones to the Verizon Wiresless’ HopeLine program. The long-running program collects no-longer-used phones and cell phone equipment to be refurbished and recycled. The refurbished phones are sold and the funds are used to provide wireless phones and airtime to domestic violence survivors. This year, Verizon Wireless was able to donate $100,000 to domestic violence organizations in Michigan.
Shutterfly delivered
A few months ago, I wrote about Shutterfly providing great holiday cards. Well, my Christmas cards were delivered to my door. Now that they are sign, sealed and delivered, I’d like to share my experience with you.
Snapfish offers gift ideas, discount
I’m still scoping out deals for Detroit Mommies who want to do their holiday shopping online this year. Next up, Snapfish. In addition to photo printing services, Snapfish offers a number of gift ideas from photo books to personalized lunchboxes to calendars.
Photowalk with a cell phone
This weekend, I participated in a photowalk in Ann Arbor. While it was cold and windy, spirits were high and we had a great time. The leaves provided the perfect backdrop for the wonders of Ann Arbor. I was able to capture these images with the Droid X.