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Bear on the Square in Hudson Review

Since its opening in 2004, Bear on the Square has been known for its ever-popular “Build-a-Buddy” program. A recent remodel has allowed the store to expand its product lines and increase their focus on interactive toys and activities for boys and girls of all ages. When I stopped by to pick up the items that [...]

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Hop Over to Hudson for Unique Easter Goodies Galore! Nationwide and Local Giveaways

Easter is just a couple weeks away and  folks are getting busy deciding what to put in Easter baskets, what would make a nice hostess gift for whomever is cooking Easter dinner, and maybe even thinking about reservations for Easter Brunch or Dinner at a restaurant so no one needs to cook!  It’s a busy time.  Let [...]

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Fannie May Chocolates in Hudson Review

As I opened the door to the Fannie May Chocolates store in Hudson and looked around, I felt like a kid in a candy store!  OK, you’re probably rolling your eyes back into your head right now, but it’s true!  Fannie May Chocolates are available online too! The selection of chocolates, candy, and cakes in [...]

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Cold Stone Creamery in Hudson – New Caramel Apples Review

If you have been to Hudson’s First and Main shopping center, you know that Cold Stone Creamery has been a fixture there for many years.  Even in the dead of winter, you can find a line of people waiting for their delicious, custom ice cream treats. Now the Hudson store has added a new secret weapon to [...]

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Nicky Nicole in Hudson – A Cool Shop for Girls – Trendy Bracelets Review

I can sum up the Nicky Nicole store in Hudson in one sentence:  Every girl’s dream store come true! From all of the latest ”must have”  toys,  hip room decor and accessories, to up-to-the-minute  fashion, Nicky Nicole has it all!  I truly think it would be darn near impossible NOT to find a knock-her-socks-off gift for a special girl [...]

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Hattie’s Cafe and Gifts in Hudson – An Easter Basket Review

I love a store with a great story behind it, and Hattie’s Cafe and Gifts is just that!  Hattie’s Cafe is a Hattie Larlham vocational program for area adults with disabilities.  These talented, hard working  folks learn valuable career skills while creating products, packaging them, and serving customers in the cafe itself.   Hattie’s Cafe and Gifts in Hudson [...]

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Diaper Genie II Elite Review

When I was pregnant with J-Girl and registering for gifts, I thought I was kind of picky about what I added. I was only going to do this once and I wanted to register for not only cute things but practical & functional gifts that I could use in our home/nursery. We didn’t really give [...]

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Eco-Friendly, Award Winning Rubbabu Educational Ball Assortment Review

With all of the toy recalls, it is hard to know what is safe for your kids to play with. Are you looking for a non toxic, Eco-Friendly toy that is natural and safe even for babies?  I have found an award winning company called Rubbabu that is this and more. All of their toys [...]

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Eco-Friendly Shower Curtains by Shower-Curtains.com

An easy and affordable way to express yourself and change the entire look of a bathroom is with a new shower curtain. We’ve had a variety of shower curtains in our home. As newlyweds, we had the see-through shower curtains which over the years has slowly turned into a see-through curtain with lots of patterns. [...]

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Vermont Soap Organics Liquid Sunshine Review

I have long been using environmentally friendly cleaners in my home.  A little over ten years ago, both my parents went through treatment for different types of cancer.  Soon after, I began doing some thinking and research about all the chemicals we are exposed to on a daily basis.  I grew concerned that such exposure [...]

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Become a Self-Aware Parent & Bond with your Child: Book Review

Resolving Conflict and Building a Better Bond with Your Child. When I read this tag line for The Self-Aware Parent, I had to look into it. Who doesn’t want to create a better bond with their child? Who doesn’t want to resolve conflict? With a 4 year old and a 6 year old, I know [...]

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Dreyer’s Antioxidant Fruit Bars made with Super Fruits Review

What’s the first thing your family does when the weather warms up? Besides heading outdoors, my family heads to the freezer for some frozen treats. We don’t eat much ice cream, we tend to go for popsicles.  My husband got me hooked on Dreyer’s Edy’s brand fruit bars when we were first married. I like [...]

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Infant Vision Stimulation – What can your baby see?

Newborns can only see about 8-15 inches away.   That is about as far as seeing the person holding them.   They are also attracted to items with high contrast colors.  They can differentiate dark and light colors, such as black and white, checkered patterns but they are also very nearsighted. I am not a pediatrician.  I [...]

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Little Debbie Cloud Cakes Review

Little Debbie has a new snack for you. One that you will not be able to resist. A snack that your kids will beg you for. A snack that melts in your mouth. A snack that is only 150 calories of pure delight. A snack that makes an excellent strawberry shortcake even. Little Debbie just [...]

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Getting Healthier and Shaping the NEW You: A Chicken Soup for the Soul Review

Many of us are trying to be healthier—whether that includes exercising more consistently, losing weight, reducing stress, or all of the above.  In fact, research shows that among the top New Year’s resolutions are resolutions to lose weight and exercise.  Unfortunately, research also shows that our commitment to keep those resolutions wanes as the months [...]