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iStoryTime: Shrek Forever After – Kids’ Book

Amy — Thu, 20 May 2010 23:48:28 +0000

Are you heading out to the theater tomorrow to see Shrek Forever After? We’re going to wait for a nice, quiet afternoon matinee…during the week, so we can really enjoy the movie.

Since we’re not going to opening night, in an effort to satiate our excitement over the last flick in the Shrek series, we’re checking out the Shrek Forever After iStoryTime kid’s book app from FrogDog Media. The app (for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad) is $1.99 and can be purchased and downloaded through iTunes. You can click on Shrek to get there.

FrogDog has got more great iStoryTime app kid’s books, so, stop by and check them out.

SecuraTrac: GPS tracking for peace of mind

Amy — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:15:47 +0000

I have been in vacation planning mode for some time now and one major thing on my mind is, “How can I make sure my kids are safe?” We’re taking a trip to Disney World and as a worrier, I fear the worst. “What if I get separated from my preschooler?” Honestly, I figured that I would take a permanent marker and write my name and phone number on her belly. However, that doesn’t really sound like a safe thing to do to her skin. Maybe I’ll make a wrist band? Well, sure, I could but that still won’t lead me to her. No, I want to be able to know and see her location so I can get to her or get law enforcement to her as quickly as possible.

So, as if someone could hear my thoughts, I was introduced to a company that can help ease my worries and potentially stop a parent’s worst nightmare from happening. I’m thrilled to tell you all about SecuraTrac.

It’s almost summer and if you have children, chances are you’re planning on being outside. You probably have vacations booked, outings to amusement parks, camping trips and BBQ’s to attend. If you long for peace of mind, like I do, then listen up. SecuraTrac is a company that has an interest in bringing families closer together. Their product, the SecuraPal, is a GPS tracking device that goes with your child, pet or any loved one (even your luggage), so you can track their location via text messages and a secure website.

Have a listen to my conversation with Chris Holbert, SecuraTrac’s founder, so you can learn first-hand about this innovative product:

Discussion about SecuraTrac with Chris Holbert

We’re going to put the SecuraTrac system to use on a very special upcoming trip. I can’t wait to give you the play by play!

Right now, SecuraTrac is running a Mother’s Day special (offer good until May 10, 2010). You can purchase the SecuraPal unit for $99 with 12 mos. of service ($24.99/mo). You can set up unlimited “fences” and contacts (who would receive the SOS and location alerts). You can’t really beat the price for this kind of peace of mind. Hopefully you listened to our conversation, so you have an idea of all of the different ways you can put this product to valuable use.

Look forward to more posts about SecuraTrac because at this point, I think it’s the bees knees and I’m out to prove it.

How the Grinch Stole…my iPhone?

Amy — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 05:28:42 +0000

I purchased my iPhone this past July and truthfully, it’s one of the best purchases I have made in a while. I love everything about this phone. I switched from a BlackBerry Curve and it was an excellent decision, in my opinion.

My iPhone keeps me company while I’m feeding the baby or swaying her to sleep. It also provides entertainment to my four year old when she’s restless. Half of the apps I have are for me and half are for her. Not to mention I have at least three movies loaded and some episodes of Blues Clues.

Now that I’ve professed my geeky love for my phone, I’ve got to tell you about a couple of new apps that were just released. They are here just in time for the holiday and they are HOT.

If you don’t know who the Grinch is, or the adorable people from Who-ville, then I guess you’ve been living under a rock. Two new notable iPhone apps are all about the Grinch and we can’t get enough.

The first one that I fully abuse every day is the Dr Seuss Camera – The Grinch Edition ($2.99 at the iTunes app store (app store > photography > Dr. Seuss camera – The Grinch Edition)). Here are some of the holidayriffic photos I’ve taken since downloading the app:

They are scaled down in size here but the originals are easily greeting card size. I have been showing them off to friends and family and I have about a thousand more where these came from. It’s too fun and we all get a good laugh.

Next on the holiday list is Grinchmas ($1.99 at the app store (app store > games > Grinchmas)). You can be nice or you can be naughty in this one. Throw snowballs or presents at the Who’s houses, depending on your mood. Don’t worry, we’re pretty sure no Who’s were injured while playing the game.

Here are a couple of screenshots of the light-hearted Grinchmas app:

These two apps are available for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

Soon I’ll post a list of the other apps we enjoy…hopefully, if you have an iPod Touch or iPhone, they will keep your kids entertained on the long trips to visit family and friends for the holidays. I know they will work like a charm for me!

Thanks to Oceanhouse Media for providing me with promo codes for these two apps. They would have been well worth it to purchase!