Getting Some Hands-On Time With the Sony Cyber-Shot TX20 in Sedona, AZ


Updated 03/17/12 4:32 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Sony Cyber-Shot TX20 Review and Sample Pictures

There's nothing like an outdoor adventure to get you in the Springtime mood. Add in some sweet camera gear, and I'm all over it. I got to experience both during Sony's recent Sedona Outdoor Excursion, when the company sent me off to explore the red rocks of Northern Arizona, all in an effort to get to know its lineup of new Cyber-Shot, Bloggie, camcorders, and NEX cameras. While you couldn't Read more

20 Favorite Finds From Toy Fair 2012


Updated 03/04/12 6:33 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

2012 New Toys at Toy Fair

Oh, this was tough. After two days scanning the endless aisles of Toy Fair, mama certainly found a few things to put on her lil one's wish lists this year. While this year's Toy Fair trends may have us dreaming of glow-in-the dark bubbles and iPad-based games, there were several other items that struck my fancy! Keep reading to see my favorite finds from this year's show, and tell me, which looks Read more

The 5 Hottest Trends From the 2012 Toy Fair


Updated 02/15/12 11:52 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

2012 Toy Fair Trends

Like a kid in a candy shop, I made my way through the 100,000 new toys introduced at the 2012 Toy Fair this week. There was no shortage of games, toys, and new characters to pique a mama's interest, and while there wasn't one "standout toy" that had everyone on the floor talking, I noticed quite a few trends among the wares. Keep reading to see what toy manufacturers think kids will want to be Read more

10 Hysteria-Inducing Toy Crazes


Updated 12/16/11 1:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Most Popular Toys Throughout History

Step away from the Tickle Me Elmo! Toy crazes are nothing new, and 2011 is no exception. There's always that one certain toy, game, or doll that every child simply must have, and parents will go to any length to acquire it for them. Keep reading for some of the most popular toys in history that turn generally well-mannered adults into toy-crazed maniacs. Read more

Justin Timberlake Tells Vanity Fair About "Significant" Jessica and Not Talking to Britney Amid Olsen Rumors


Updated 06/02/11 8:14 PM · Posted by · 15 comments

Justin Timberlake Pictures in the July 2011 Vanity Fair 2011-06-01 09:54:00

Justin Timberlake lounged for a photo shoot in the July issue of Vanity Fair, which features Mario Testino's new photo of Prince William and Kate Middleton on the cover. JT is starting to do interviews for his upcoming movie Friends With Benefits, which comes out on July 22. He shared his thoughts on both acting and making music, also touching on his youth as a badly behaved Mouseketeer with Ryan Read more

ModTot: Playroom Furniture For Design-Conscious Families


Updated 03/05/11 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Modern Furniture For Kids' Playrooms

The playroom is the workhorse of the home. Often overstuffed with toys, unused furniture, and hand-me-downs, it can be a mishmash of styles and tots won't know the difference. Mamas, on the other hand, may wish to impart some of their aesthetic in this high traffic room. Here are 10 pieces families with an eye toward modern design will want to add to their collection. Read more