WISHING ALL THE FATHERS, DADS & PAPAS AROUND THE WORLD

Looking for a FREE gift for Dad this Father’s Day? Dad’s are always about safety, so in honor of Dad, AmberAlert.com will be giving away 1,000 FREE downloads of their innovative My Child ID software on Sunday, June 20th.

An alternative to scattered photos and documents, the My Child ID software is a convenient and secure way for parents to store, organize and access vital child identification data at home.

In emergency situations, a parent’s ability to recall basic facts about their child can be compromised by overwhelming stress. For this reason, AmberAlert.com developed encrypted software to aid parents in organizing and storing important information. Unlike typical software programs or simply storing vital info on a spreadsheet, the downloadable software from AmberAlert.com is password protected and secured using SHA 1 encryption, designed by the National Security Agency (NSA) for full protection of the sensitive data. Additional features such as Private Alerting and Geo-Analytics allow families to develop a list of trusted contacts that can be texted or emailed at a moment’s notice.

On Sunday, June 20th only, AmberAlert.com will be offering 1,000 free My Child ID software downloads which also includes 1 year of free online back-up and Private Alerting. Additionally, the My Child ID software will be available at the sale price of $9.99 for the remainder of the month, June 21st through June 30th.

AmberAlert.com’s My Child ID software is currently available for $19.95, and can be downloaded for FREE during said promotion times at www.BuyMyChildID.com.

My ten year old has recently become very interested in science and this is something that my husband and I are keen to encourage. I had my own microscope at his age so I was pleased with the idea of having something we could enjoy together; the great thing about having kids is that you can revisit your childhood. It was actually a colleague at work who suggested the duo-scope microscope, as she had bought one for her son, and it turned out that this was good advice.

I ordered the duo-scope from Amazon and I was surprised to see how many people had given it a full five stars; I read the reviews and they were all positive. I ordered it for a reasonable price and didn’t tell my son until it arrived. He was delighted with the microscope and I also felt impressed; it actually made my old microscope seem a bit cheap in comparison. This one is well made and functions impressively. It is not recommended for young kids, but ideal for somebody around my son’s age. I sometimes worry that we buy too many toys for our son but this microscope is something that will benefit him. I don’t regret the purchase one bit and would recommend it without hesitation.

Attention all BlogHer 2010 Moms! Do you need a time-out and some quality “me” time? Well, BornFree wants to give you a well deserved break!

BornFree is offering one lucky mom going to BlogHer 2010 in NYC this August the Ultimate Indulgence Package at Elizabeth Arden Red Door Salon & Spa, Dinner for two at The Russian Tea Room & a $1,000 NYC Shopping Spree! Here’s the link to enter & win.

I remembered three years ago, I was really pleased with our purchase of the Graco TotBloc. It was the first playpen that my two year old (at that time) has been willing to stay in for any length of time. We did buy another similar item a few months back (not naming any names) but this turned out to be a big mistake as my daughter took an instant dislike to it. This Graco playpen is bigger though and he seems to feel less confined.

I also felt that the Graco TotBloc is handy for parents because of its portability. We sometimes leave our daughter with his grandparents for the night and the fact that the playpen was easy to pack away in a carry case meant it was easy to transport. When my daughter had grown too old for the playpen, we had it stored away easily or hand it over to be used by any of his future cousins. It is a bit heavy but manageable; just make sure you don’t strain your back. Overall, this playpen is something that I’d recommend to any parent looking for a safe place to keep their kids.

Sky Angel Productions, LLC, the producer of Halo Baby, a video series created just for babies ages three years and under, is looking for cute baby video submissions during the month of May for a chance to have the video clip used in the next Halo Baby episode. This is the chance for your baby to become a star! Those interested can checkout the promo video below or head over to Halo Baby for more info.

When I first requested to review Greater Love, I was not aware that it was the third novel in the Tides of Truth series written by Robert Whitlow.  Having said that, I was not lost in the story and was able to have a good understanding of the main character, Tammy Lynn.

Here’s a quick look at what Greater Love is about:

The Tides of Truth series follows one lawyer’s passionate pursuit of truth–in matters of life and the law.

As the storm clouds gather, Tami does her best to weather the growing turbulence in every area of her life.

She’s just accepted a job with a law firm but now wonders if she made the right decision. She has two strong men vying for her heart–and is about to lose them both if she can’t determine which one is right for her.

And Tami’s new case is anything but simple. When she first meets her prospective client, she immediately knows the rough young teen is lying, guilty…and utterly terrified of something beyond the charges she’s facing. What she doesn’t realize is just how far reaching the effects of the case will go. Or how close to home the deadly results will hit. For by the time the storm breaks, someone close to Tami will have paid the ultimate price.

Through it all, Tami will experience greater sacrifice, greater friendship, and greater love than she’s ever known.

For those who are expecting plenty of suspense and thriller, Greater Love is definitely not your kind of book. In fact, it is more of a spiritual novel and more than half of the chapters in this book focuses on Christian values.  Now, even though I am not a person with a strong spiritual upbringing, I can look beyond that and appreciate the story. The plot was interesting enough that I didn’t skim through the pages but honestly speaking, I couldn’t relate with the fact that the main character, being a law graduate, having such a submissive nature. It seems that she was practically turning to her parents for advice each time she has issues with her love life.  At times, it irked me so much that I have doubts that Tami was an adult. Neither was I impressed with her lifestyle choice as I find it unrealistic in this century. The ending was also predictable and not something you would expect out of a legal fiction.

Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this book as a legal fiction. However, you may enjoy Greater Love if you are a person having the same Christian faith paradigm as the author. My rating would be 2.5 out of 5.

Disclosure : I received this book for free, courtesy from Thomas Nelson Publishers . I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Mother’s Day comes around every year and it can cause some people to struggle with finding the perfect gift to show their mother how much she is loved and appreciated. Mother’s Day is a time to give your mum something special that truly reflects how you feel about her. Just knowing this can make the gift a little stressful to buy. Rest assured, however, if you know your mum and what she likes, you can make the day something special.

Really think about what your mum might like to receive. This seems like the simplest advice, but many people purchase gifts that they think their mother should like. Consider the kind of things she likes to do and what would make her day to receive from you. Does she collect anything? Is she a fashion diva who would love the latest handbag? Is she a book fanatic with a favourite writer? Just thinking about the things that you mother enjoys should give you some good ideas for her Mother’s Day gift.

Many women enjoy shopping in particular stores. This will help you find a gift that your mum will love. Think about the store or stores that your mother visits most often. You are sure to find items that are just your mum’s style when you visit her favourite store.

Set your budget before you begin shopping for your Mother’s Day gift. While you may want to spend a small fortune on your mother, there is probably a limit to the amount that you can afford. Mums don’t care how much you spend. Armed with all of your information and a set budget, you will be sure to find a gift that your mother will love and that shows how much you love her. That is what Mother’s Day is all about.