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Under Cover: Sunhats
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Poolside protection. Baseball hats, desert hats and sunhats join forces with stylish shades to protect your beach bum’s face and neck from bright rays on sunny days.

Lullaby Dream: Spring Sets
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Ready, set, spring! In hues of baby blue and pastel pink, these simple bodysuit sets prep your little love for the approaching season.

Mad Sky
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Crazy cute. We’ve gone cuckoo for these insanely sweet signature prints from this USA-made clothing line.

MEGA Brands
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Explore construction. Tiny hands call for bigger building blocks—surprise your sweetie with these chunky interlocking blocks featuring Dora and other cute characters.

Lex Modern
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What’s your name? These hand-stretched, personalized art pieces by designer and mom Melanie Young infuse your little one’s room with bright color and a big helping of fun.

Happy Fella
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Suited up. Ideal for any special occasion, these crisp, classy and coordinated sets make it impossible not to grin at your mini gentleman.

Princess Expressions: Infant Apparel
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A pinch of posh. Nothing says princess more than the pretty pink frocks and tulle tutus that comprise this regal collection for your mini majesty.

Junk Food
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Touchdown tees. Show your love for your favorite NFL teams when you sport these soft tees, hoodies and capris.

Twin Cities Shoes
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Best foot forward. Modern sneaks in hi-top and slip-on silhouettes let you equip your little trendsetter with the hippest kicks.

Iconic Characters: Kids’ Shoes
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All aboard. Forget fussiness when it comes time to put on shoes—your little one will love these sneakers, rain boots and slippers featuring Thomas, Elmo and more.

Love Loves Luv
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Penelope Wildberry
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The Rug Market
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Wader Toys
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Zunie
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Preggers
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Come to terms. Designed to relieve swollen legs and aching ankles, this line of belly friendly hosiery includes sleek compression tights and socks to keep you comfy.

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On a mission. For every bamboo item bought from this eco-driven brand, $1 is donated to Generosity Water to help end the clean water crisis.

Bloom ‘n babies
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Crafty creations. This family-owned brand brings your babe frilly frocks festooned with ruffles, lovable leg warmers and blooming beanies.

Betsey Johnson
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Dare to be different. You won’t be able to hide from the paparazzi in these exuberant, unique shades and flair-top sunnies.

Wardrobe Awakening: Women’s Separates
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Lighthearted looks. Love is in the air when you’re wearing one of these lightweight floral frocks, cargos or breezy tops fit for spring.

Englacha
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Ready to roll. Get equipped for trips both big and small with these feature-loaded strollers, detachable riding boards for bigger kids and oodles of accessories.

Funky Kids by Mauricio’s Furniture
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Divinita Sole
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Dive right in. Shop cute suits with just enough coverage from this collection of colorful mix-and-match swim separates.

Feistees
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Bow Clippeez 2 Envy
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Bootsi Tootsi
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Puddle panache. Sleek rubber ballet flats, beautiful bow sandals and subtly printed rain boots allow you to take rainy days in stride.

Kimberly Baker
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Bronze, silver, gold. Drawing inspiration from the designer’s travels, these cutting-edge necklaces and earrings bring a little worldly caché to your wardrobe.

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Appetizers – We are big snackers on Sundays so I want to make sure we keep it healthy so I am bringing a nice veggie medley of mixed veggies that are our favorite. This platter will have Cucumbers, Red Pepper slices, Edemame, Carrots, Apple Slices and a little light ranch dressing for dipping. I am also going to make a platter full of fruits including watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries and grapes. New to the menu will be a vegan cheesy guacamole dip from a recipe idea I found as part of “The Kind Diet”. My sister is going to be making some homemade stuffed mushrooms and I will share the recipe for that later because she is still working on how to make them gluten free.

Dinner – We continue with the snacking mode and are making homemade broiled chicken wings, sweet potato fries, and some roasted green beans. I am not sure what else we will have but I will add it to this post once we make it.

I feel good about the new food choices we are making and I am interested to see how we all feel after eating a healthier football menu!

What are some of your favorite game time snacks? Do you have any recipes ideas to share? We would love to hear from you!

Zulily is happy to present the following Deals of the Day, these are deep-discount promos on items you can buy today at Zulily.
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 Cold Weather Classics: Girls’ Outerwear
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Bundle up. Winter days aren’t quite out of the way, so find the blustery basics your little one needs to stay warm before the storm.

Sweet Heart Rose for Dollie & Me
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Double-take. The perfect outfit is twice as nice with a miniature version sized just right for your darling’s doll.

LA Sun
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All dressed up. Make sure your sweetheart looks snazzy with fancy floral frocks for girls and five-piece suits for boys.

Zuzu’s Petals
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Pretty pixie. No twirl is quite complete without the help of these playful leg warmers, headbands, frilly bloomers and tiered tulle pettiskirts.

Soft Clothing
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A sensitive touch. Crafted for kids who crave comforting textures, this line of hip threads gives your little fella or petite princess soft, stylish options.

Quantum Leotards
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Bibi & Mimi
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Itty bitty bests. Shop sweet socks styled to look like shoes, cozy organic cotton bodysuits and diaper bags with cushioned, fold-up changing pads.

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Enchanting twirls. Made in the USA, each of these decadent tutus incorporates different sewing techniques for a unique, bouncy feel.

Calvin Klein
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Boys will be boys. This iconic brand takes boyswear to new heights with their signature denim and coordinating button-ups.

My Very Own House
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Castles and cottages. These durable cardboard playhouses double as art projects—your tot can paint, color and glitter-glue them to their heart’s content.

Uncle Milton
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Sci-fi meets science. From lightsabers to mini planetariums, these out-of-this-world toys indulge your child’s love for Star Wars and growing interest in science.

Deezo
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Dini’s Los Angeles
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Slip-on style. These cool, laid-back canvas kicks let your sweetie scurry out the door without having to tie her shoes.

Rub A Dub Dub
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Custom cuteness. If you’re looking for truly unique accessories, nab these totes, cosmetics bags and tutu diaper cover sets personalized with names and initials.

Book Boutique
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Read into it. From old friends like Curious George to new pals like Michael Recycle, these engaging books for young readers open the door to a world of imagination and discovery.

Keep
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Durable treads. These adorable sneakers and boat shoes keep your little one’s feet comfily clad in cool patterns and colors.

Colorado Clothing
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Explore the outdoors. Inspired by active lifestyles and the beauty of the outdoors, this line of hoodies and blankets is all your little adventurer needs.

Donos do Nariz
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Fancy-free. Re-imagining conventional children’s designs, these modern and retro silhouettes promise to spark your interest.

The First Years
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Rest easy. Keep your home happy and healthy with soothing sound machines, baby monitors and dishwasher-safe thermometers with color-coded tips for every family member.

TXTRZ
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OMG, QT. Dress your cutie up in soft tees and hoodies featuring texting lingo. Canvas messenger bags too!

Pezzi Sport
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Sculptz
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CoverYourHair
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Hip hats. Top your cool cat’s locks off with one of these lovely headbands, beanies or berets in all her favorite colors.

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Shoes for days. Keep in step with these well-styled boots, oxfords and flats featuring sleek leather and durable construction.

One Small Child
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Vision in white. Whether you’re planning your little girl’s christening or her first time as a flower girl, these beautiful white gowns commemorate those special moments.

Kristy J
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Sun-safe swimming. You keep your sweetie protected from the sun—show your skin the same care by suiting up in these UV-protective rashguards and swim separates.

Toss
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Grab bags. Find sleek pouches, beautiful bangles, on-trend ikat scarves and totes for all occasions from this fun, funky line of accessories.

Chenault Clothing
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Find your flow. These tops let you indulge in this season’s biggest trends: color blocking, bold prints and muted hues.

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Shed some light. Illuminate your desk or bedside table with these cool, colorful lamps. USB-powered speakers too!

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Petit Ami
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Covet the classics. Crafted using hand embellishing, pintucking and feather stitching, these smocked ensembles give your tot a timeless look.

Hello Kitty
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Poolside purrfection. Kitty White tankinis, bikinis and one-pieces are the perfect way get your little girl set for her first swim of the season.

Flap Happy Girls
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Fabulous florals. These sundresses, ruffled shorts, rompers and other sunny styles will fill your little gal’s wardrobe with blooming tropical prints.

Cupcake Hues: Girls’ Sets & Separates
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AppleCheeks
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Flap Happy Boys
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Disney
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Hype
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Cherry Stix
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TOMS Ballet Flats join the TOMS family!
TOMS debuted the new TOMS Ballet Flats collection February 1! The fashion world is in a frenzy with the news of the TOMS Ballet Flats Collection kicked off Spring 2012. You can now buy your own pair of Toms with Ballet Flats from the TOMS website. The Ballet Flats are part of the TOMS One for One mission so except to help a child in need! Now, we are huge TOMS Fans here at Shopaholic Mommy and we have worn our TOMS Shoes all over the world. TOMS Ballet Flats Collection allow all you TOMS’ lovers to dress it up a bit. How often have you had a dressy occasion and wanted to take your TOMS along with you. As always, all of the TOMS Coupons will be available for more money off your purchase and remember it all supports one for one.

How Much Do the TOMS Ballet Flats Cost?
If you are price conscious shopper like me then your first question is what will these new TOMS Ballet Flats cost? One style is $74 which is the Natalia line of Linen Ballet Flats. Most of the other styles are $79, except for the Camilia Black Leather Ballet Flat which is $84. But now worries, we have a TOMS Coupon Code for you that will save you at least five dollars off your new TOMS Ballet Flats purchase!

TOMS Shoes Ballet Flats for Women Available Styles

• Leather Ballet Flats
  Gisele Brown Suede Ballet Flats
  Gisele Grey Suede Ballet Flats
  Camila Black Leather Ballet Flats only pair at $84
  Alessandra Natural Leather Ballet Flats
• Suede Ballet Flats
  Eliana Blue Suede Ballet Flats
  Eliana Pink Suede Ballet Flats
• Burlap Ballet Flats
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  Isabel Burlap Ballet Flats
• Canvas Ballet Flats
  Alessandra Black Canvas Ballet Flats
• Linen Ballet Flats – spring’s favorite fabric
  Natalia Grey Linen Ballet Flats
  Natural Natalia Linen Ballet Flats
  Natalia Rose Linen Ballet Flats
• Katia Chambray Ballet Flats – so and light weight, perfect for jeans
• Lina Woven Ballet Flats in a Native American print
• Leopard prints Ballet Flats; two patterns to choose from Brown Gisele, Grey Gisele
• There are also TOMS Ballet Flats with four styles in different textures that are sure to match with everything! Chambray Katia, Lina, Natural Alessandra, Burlap Isabel

TOMS Ballet Flat Shoes

For years now TOMS was only a canvas shoe company then they added Eyewear and now TOMS Ballet Flat Shoes. TOMS is set to expand to a whole new world of people that did not like the canvas but love flat shoes. You can expect the same great quality in the TOMS Ballet Flats as you got with the canvas shoes. TOMS offers colors and patterns for the TOMS Ballet Flats that are perfect to match with all your spring attire. 2012 TOMS Ballet Flat shoes are sure to be best sellers for the spring as every major fashion house is talking about them!We love the comfort and style of TOMS and are so excited to add to our collection with a pair of TOMS Ballet Flats in Spring 2012.

There will be at least twelve different styles of ballet flats in many different textures such as suede, leather and burlap as well as a variety of patterns such as leopard and a red chambray pattern. The TOMS Ballet Flats for spring are more expensive than the traditional TOMS canvas shoes. TOMS Ballet Flats priced from $74 to $84 and a TOMS Coupon Code will be available to you. Use our TOMS Shoes Coupon for additional savings. You can find a TOMS coupon code online only and from various sites. Spring 2012 will be here before we know it so make sure you keep an eye out for the latest news on TOMS Ballet Flats, they are sure to be a hit.

2:00 pm We’ve left the park, and are on our way to pick up a few things from the store. My daughter reminds me that the neighbors were talking about having a garage sale this upcoming weekend, and suggests that we pick up posterboard to make signs. I reach for my phone so I can check the weather. Darn it! I pick up the posterboard anyway. Even if it’s going to rain this weekend, I’ll need it eventually, so what’s the difference, really?

3:00 pm  We’re home. My son asks if he can play Animal Jam. Sure, I tell him. I get the urge to check email again. He’s on the desktop computer and the laptop is dead, so if I wanted to use it, I’d need to bring it into the kitchen and plug it in. Meh. Maybe I don’t need to check it right this second. My daughter and I paint our toenails.

3:30 pm My son notices his sister’s and my colorful toes. Do something with me, he says, Monopoly board in hand. I resist the urge to peek at my email and Facebook updates now that he’s off of the computer and tell him I’ll play for a little while. Meanwhile, my daughter is sprawled next to me, making yard sale signs.

5:00 pm I’ve lost all of my play money, and it’s time to start dinner anyway. Ugh, checking on the tortilla lasagna recipe that I had in mind for today would really be much easier with the smartphone! I drag out the laptop and the cord, prop it on the counter, and turn on some Pandora to get me in the mood for cooking. I’m careful not to splash tomato sauce on the keyboard.

6:45 pm  I feel a swell of panic: what if everyone has been trying to text me all day and they’re wondering where I am? I feel like I need to check, and I express this to my husband. He doesn’t text, and he looks at me like I have suddenly sprouted a second head. Wouldn’t they  just call the house phone, if it were an emergency? he asks. I feel a little (okay, a lot) silly and go back to loading up the dishwasher.

8:30 pm  I’m tucking the kids into bed. Mom, they say, it wasn’t so bad, was it, not having your phone? We got to do a lot of cool things! I smile. No, I think, not so bad. I fold some laundry, then snuggle on the couch with my sweetie to watch a sit-com. I laugh, and even watch the commercials… haven’t done that in a while!

10:30 pm  It’s time for bed. I did it! I went the whole day without turning on my phone at all! I decide to turn it on to see if anyone had texted me. I did actually receive two texts: one from a friend that said she’d see me at the park (and she did), and one from my brother, saying “Cold day up here. Brrr.” (He lives up north, where the winters are not balmy like they are here!) Four people played their turns on Words With Friends, but I decide to make my moves tomorrow; I’m too tired for clear thinking tonight.

So, there you have it: I was, in fact, able to survive without my smartphone for a day! It wasn’t always easy, but I did it, and you can too. There are definitely a few advantages to unplugging periodically, which will be a discussion for another day. I am not going to go permanently smartphone-free, but I think I will unplug temporarily at times.

How about you? Have you tried going phone-free for a day or more? How did it go? If you haven’t tried, would you be willing to give it a go?