Busy Mom Reviews

Warm Delights Minis by Betty Crocker are little personal size microwaveable desserts.

I got some to check out, and, despite feeling like I was using an Easy Bake Oven recipe, they're quite tasty!

You just add water to the mix in it's own little bowl, squeeze whatever topping comes with it onto the top, and, microwave for 30 seconds.

No light bulb needed!

You know how some people might get a craving for cake late at night, and, they may or may not make a whole cake just so they can lick the spoon?

Yeah, I hear that happens to some people. These Warm Delights Minis might be a good, mess-free solution to people who I hear experience that.

Anyway, they're available in three — Molten Chocolate Cake, Molten Caramel Cake and Chocolate Raspberry Decadence.

It's Back to School time for many kids, and, Lands' End, maker of kids clothes, and, other back to school items such as lunchboxes, and, backpacks has some tips:

In the coming weeks, 53 million K-12 students will soon prepare for a new year of school. Needless to say, it is a hectic time for kids and parents!

At Lands’ End, we know a few things about back to school time. To help you mitigate morning mayhem, I’ve included seven simple tips that help kids get out the door on time and off to a great day:

1. Establish a Sleep Schedule. According to Sleep for Kids, a service of the National Sleep Foundation, school-aged children ages five to 12 need 10 to 11 hours of sleep each night. Summer schedules often allow for fluctuations in bedtime routines, so getting back on track when school starts is essential. Getting in the habit of going to bed early and waking up early will help kids wake up refreshed and ready to go. Ease into the new sleep schedule before the first day.

2. Coordinate Clothing. Make getting dressed easier and less of an argument with outfits that coordinate from top to bottom. Coordinated outfits allow parents and kids to easily select and lay out clothes the night before, so everything is ready to go the next morning.

3. Go For Comfort. If it’s not comfortable, kids won’t want to wear it.

4. The Perfect Pack. Picking a backpack that best fits the needs of child is critical. Kids struggling with packs that are oversized, or too small will take longer to get out the door. A good rule of thumb is that their backpack should weigh less than 10 percent of their weight. Kids that are constantly hauling overloaded packs should protect their backs with a wheeled backpack.

5. Beat Surprise Messes. Nothing slows down the sandwich line like discovering yesterday’s gooey yogurt leftovers. Select lunch boxes that are easy to clean to help lunch packing go more quickly.

6. Keep Track of Things. Choose backpacks and lunch boxes with features that make them harder to lose. Personalizing backpacks and lunch boxes with initials, numbers or other icons on the outside will help kids quickly identify their belongings.

7. Skip Traditional Shoelaces. Avoid time-consuming shoe tying and retying with shoes that have elastic or rip grip strips.

I received an Ergo Pack from Lands' End for review.

I've always been a believer in getting quality backpacks, even for young children, and, the Ergo Pack doesn't disappoint. It features:

* A back panel that adjusts for the best fit
* Extra comfy memory foam shoulder straps
* 360° reflective trim to improve visibility
* Hip belt to help stabilize the load
* A MP3/CD player pocket and cord port
* Two sizes - the Ergo - 17″Hx14″Wx7 1/2″D and the Ergo Jr. - 14 1/2″Hx14″Wx7 1/2″D

We love Lands' End around here. They make some really sturdy kids' clothes, we even have several items that all 3 kids have worn. So, be sure to check them out for your back to school needs.

Tiny Prints, Inc., the brand behind TinyPrints.com and WeddingPaperDivas.com, was created by three friends who share a love of families and an appreciation for quality stationery.

Offering exclusive creations from the nation's top designers, easy card personalization, a powerful preview engine, premium cardstock and top-notch customer service, their social stationery has been lauded by numerous publications and celebrity parents.

TinyPrints.com features unique, contemporary personalized baby announcements, baby shower invitations, birthday party invitations, thank you cards and more. Their social stationery specialists find great joy in discovering the perfect paper and design that leave a lasting impression.

Coming in late September 2007, TinyPrints.com will unveil this year's line-up of what is expected to be the hottest variety of distinct holiday cards, including photo cards, holiday party invitations and holiday accessories.

Celebrating the season with beautifully designed Christmas photo cards, Hanukkah cards and other holiday cards make a thoughtful and stylish statement.

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The acclaimed family film, The Climb, was released on DVD August 21, 2007.

It stars John Hurt (Elelphant Man, Midnight Express), Gregory Smith (of Everwood), and, David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck). The winner of eight International Film Festival Awards, including the UNICEF Award in Berlin, The Climb has received stellar reviews including from Michael Wilmington, at the Chicago Tribune, who called The Climb "a jewel well-worth seeking out for its humanity, humor, and most of all, the brilliant hurting of John Hurt."

Young Danny Himes was growing up in the 50's in Baltimore with a strong notion of bravery, especially since his father, Earl, was ridiculed for not being a war veteran, and, considered a coward.

Danny is obsessed with climbing the neighborhood TV tower to prove his bravery, with the help of his dying, grumpy, old engineer neighbor, Chuck Langer.

It's a great family movie, and, it stimulates discussion about, "What defines courage and honor?"

It's a good one for school aged kids, it might not hold the attention of the very young ones, but, we have really enjoyed it.

Check out the official site here.

The third season of the hit show Grey's Anatomy is out on DVD.

In this Emmy nominated show, medical interns Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo), Cristina Yang (Sandra Oh), Izzie Stevens (Katherine Heigl), Alex Karev (Justin Chambers), and George O'Malley (T.R. Knight) staff Seattle Grace Hospital. where they learn about life, death, and each other.

Grey’s Anatomy: The Complete Third Season – Seriously Extended includes all 25 one-hour episodes on seven-disc DVD plus hours of exclusive bonus features including four extended episodes exclusive to the DVD and “Making Rounds with Patrick Dempsey”, in which viewers join Dempsey on the race track. Cast and crew members share their favorite scenes in “Good Medicine” and “Prescription for Success” introduces how a new character is created and integrated into the show.

Catch up on season 3 before the premier of Season 4 on September 27th, 2007, 9pm EST on ABC.

Desperate Housewives: The Complete Third Season, The Dirty Laundry Edition is out on DVD.

The Desperate Housewives of Wisteria Lane—Susan Mayer (Teri Hatcher), Gabrielle Solis (Eva Longoria), Bree Van De Kamp (Marcia Cross), Lynette Scavo (2007 Emmy® nominee Felicity Huffman; Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series) and Edie Britt (Nicollette Sheridan)—remain on the prowl for suburban romance in this seductive third season DVD.

In season three, get the dish on Susan’s new love Ian (Dougray Scott), Bree’s unsettling marriage to Orson (Kyle MacLachlan), and surprising wedding proposals!

Desperate Housewives: The Complete Third Season, The Dirty Laundry Edition includes all 23 one-hour episodes of the hit show on six-disc DVD with hours of “sudsy” extras including “Here Comes the Bride”, a behind-the-scenes look at the season three finale, “Amas de Casa Desesperadas”, in which viewers can meet the lovely Latinas of Wisteria Lane, “Cherry Picked”a collection of creator Marc Cherry’s favorite scenes, plus unaired storylines, deleted scenes, and bloopers/outtakes. A first for ABC TV on DVD, Desperate Housewives: The Complete Third Season, The Dirty Laundry Edition also includes a Spanish audio track.