Our Ordinary Life Teams Up With T-Mobile at #BlogHer10 {Phone Giveaway}

I have had many opportunities as a blogger but one has been connecting with brands and actually finding products or services I use and continue to use. Last year at BlogHer I was introduced to T-Mobile and over the past year I’ve upgraded my phone 3 times. This year T-Mobile is headed to BlogHer again… [Continue Reading]

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH: Blu-ray & DVD Combo Pack Giveaway

I am a total 90’s kid. That was my time growing up. One of the movies I remember was James and the Giant Peach. I’ve always been a Nightmare Before Christmas fan and I think Tim Burton does amazing work. And now that my Blu-ray collection is growing it’s only natural that it’s in my… [Continue Reading]

Aurora Gift – Meet Milly

My girls are both very much in to stuffed animals. Brooklin is just now showing empathy so she likes to snuggle, kiss and stroll around with her stroller. Aurora gifts sent my girls each a Milly™ The Pinkest Kitten stuffed animal. This adorable pink stuffed animal is all things girls. Milly comes in a wide… [Continue Reading]

FINISH Quantumatic {Giveaway}

I have tried so many dishwashing liquids over the years but by far FINISH has been my favorite. I already use the FINISH gel packs so when I had a chance to try the FINISH Quantumatic I jumped on it. It easily attaches to the top rack of the dishwasher and has 12 loads preset…. [Continue Reading]

Build-A-Bear Workshop – Zoorrific Collection

Kai has been lucky enough to grow up with Build-A-Bear Workshop, she loves the creation of the animals and putting  heart inside. She also has a wide collection of clothing, and accessories. For Brooklin’s 1t birthday Build-A-Bear Workshop sent Brooklin the giraffe from the Zoorrific Collection. Brooklin is just now at the age where she… [Continue Reading]

Make Someone Smile – 1-800-Flowers Giveaway

1-800-FLOWERS.COM is on a mission to spread smiles across the nation this summer. That’s why they’re calling it the “Summer of Smiles,” encouraging everyone to brighten someone’s day with thoughtful gifts and flowers.
Thanks to 1-800-FLOWERS I had the chance to send a smile to someone I love. I of course naturally picked my best friend… [Continue Reading]

Safeway Home Grocery Delivery

As a busy mom I often don’t have time for everything in my day, or often I can’t seem to find the time {between naps, sick children, temper tantrums} to make it to the store. I am kind of a naptime freak, Brooklin has to have her nap at the same time every day. It… [Continue Reading]

Get Your Car Reader For Summer – Shell Motor Oils Matters

All too often I don’t think about my car, usually it’s because I know my husband takes good care of it for me. I do think I should know basic car maintenance and he does too, so over the past few years I’ve picked up some tips from him.

Know how to check your oil.
Know your… [Continue Reading]

VTech V.Reader {Giveaway}

When VTech approached me about reviewing the new VTech V.Reader I knew right away it would be something Kaila would like. She has all kinds of hand-held systems and reading systems but nothing has been quite like the V.Reader. Kaila is all about trying to read and learning her letters so I think 5 is… [Continue Reading]

Crayola’s New Solar Powered Products – Win A Box Of Solar Powered Crayons

Solar panels are starting to provide power to make more than 1 billion Crayola crayons annually and recycled bottle caps are being used to make 500 million Crayola markers, keeping hundreds of tons of plastic out of landfills.

WowWee’s Innovative Toys – Paper Jamz Flat Guitars

Each guitar plays three real songs but kids can also play their own songs as well · No strings attached. This is truly an “air” guitar! With no strings, it uses Active Graphics™ Technology that allows kids to jam just by touching the surface.

Tropicana Trop50 – Summer Tips {Win A Bloomingdale’s Gift Card}

Here is a sneak peek of Giuliana’s tips:

1. When swimsuit shopping, accentuate your assets. Think about what you’d like to show off and choose a suit that makes the most of it.
2. Bandeaus are a fabulous style for just about any woman.

Father’s Day Gift Idea – Senseo Coffee Machines

The Senseo coffee machine is the ultimate coffee lovers gift. Del has this thing about old coffee. What I like about the Senseo are the coffee pods. It’s an easy way to store and use coffee and there isn’t any mess.

New From LeapFrog – LeapFrog Leapster Explorer

Released today the LeapFrog Leapster Explorer! Win one now at Our Ordinary Life!

Borders – Double-Dog Dare Summer Reading Challenge {$200 Borders Gift Card Giveaway}

It’s so important that we as parents encourage our children to read. For now it’s still my husband and I reading to Kai but she’s quickly learning and anxious to read. One of the best ways parents can grow the love of reading is to read to their children.But in case you need one I have an extra tip to help you.

C&H Sugar – Great American Bake Sale

Great American Bake Sale raises money to fight childhood hunger across the U.S. by encouraging individuals, families, organizations and schools to hold bake sales and donate the profits to help Share our Strength which provides millions of meals and snacks to America’s children.

Gazillion Bubbles

A bubble is a air surrounded by a thin liquid. A natural phenomenon, bubbles have been around since the beginning of time.

Things Remembered Father’s Day Gift – Personalized Grill Set

Things Remembered Personalized Grill Set: This four piece set has everything he needs to barbeque – barbecue fork, tongs, silicon basting brush and an engravable slotted spatula.

SuperValu Stores and Box Tops for Education Sweepstakes

With Kai entering into Kindergarten we’ve started to save for Box Tops for Education. It’s a program that you can do without even trying. Box Tops are located on some of my favorite General Mills brands that I already buy like Betty Crocker®, Old El Paso®, Totino’s® Pizza Rolls® and Pillsbury®.

Bertolli – “Into the Heart of Italy”

Every so often my family needs a quick meal. We’ve been out and about all day and I just need something that tastes great and will fill my family fast. Don’t get me wrong I’m all about natural foods and foods that are unique and full of original flavor. That is why Bertolli is a… [Continue Reading]