I’m a huge fan of backing up your data on a regular basis. I cannot tell you how often I’ve had emials or panicked facebook status messages from fellow writers and bloggers who have lost all their data and blogs and posts and…..and….and…. Whether hackers in your website’s databases, or a computer malfunction, destruction, or [...]
Multicultural Music Videos for Kids: A Wholesome Way to Learn and Grow
September 9, 2011 By
If, like me, you’re a parent of a preschooler, you’re probably tired of all the inane cartoon shows and lacklustre websites for toddlers and preschoolers. Well, you’re not alone. It is difficult to find healthy, wholesome and affordable entertainment for kids and one wants to be doubly sure that they’re safe for viewing, enriching and [...]
How Often Should I Update My Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware Software?
August 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
As a mom, your computer can be a vital link to sanity, your research tool and a way to make bill paying easy. Unfortunately, others can steal your identity, track your web surfing and nab your financial information through your computer connection. Updating your anti-virus and anti-malware software is one of the most important ways [...]
Clean Fun Games on Facebook – A Better World
December 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Sometimes I need to take a quick break from writing, emails and the craziness that goes with managing a growing community site. I had not become too involved in any of the Facebook Games until I was asked to review A Better World. The game says, “Where all good deeds are rewarded” and you can [...]
Cisco Valet Wireless Hotspot Review
December 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When I first saw the Valet by Cisco on a TV commercial, I remember thinking to myself, “Now that’s what I need for when my husband’s in boot camp!” My husband is the technological wizard in our household and he always takes care of the wireless setups for our multiple computers, printers, video game consoles, [...]
Supplement Summer Learning With thinkSMART on Nintendo DS
June 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
My wife and I believe in a strict summer regimen when it comes to academics. This began 2 years ago when my daughter was recommended to be held back to repeat the first grade. Not believing this was the best course of action we bought math and grammar workbooks to prepare her for 2nd grade, [...]
Five Best Parenting Websites for New Parents – Helpful Parenting Resources and Tips for Moms and Dads
May 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Being a first-time parent can be exciting and exhausting, interesting and frustrating. New moms and dads will appreciate the easy accessibility of parenting tips and advice that is available to them online. However, it is important to know which websites to trust and which ones to ignore. Here are five great parenting websites that are [...]
Excessive Web Time can be Dangerous to Us and Others
April 6, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A South Korean gamer couple allowed their child to starve slowly while they took care of a virtual baby. Can this serve as a wake up call to those who abuse their online time?
Free Preschool Activity and Educational Websites – My Top Five Favorites
February 5, 2010 By
Whether you’re a home-schooling mom or a parent simply looking for creative and diverse ideas for teaching your preschool-age child their numbers, animals, letters and colors, the internet can be a great resource. There are plenty of free and fun activities that can be found at thousands of sites on the World Wide Web. Here [...]
Music Ace Deluxe by Harmonic Vision: A Music Education Software Product Review
October 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The award-winning Music Ace series of music education software by Harmonic Vision has been in use in classrooms and school music labs since 1991. The programs are used by more than 7,000 school districts in English-speaking countries around the world.
