http://changemart.com The most trusted shopping guide Sat, 24 Jul 2010 08:00:08 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en We’ve talked before about Bake Me a Wish, the New York bakery that ships its fresh cakes overnight and donates a portion of its proceeds to needy causes. The Mortgage Cake is a moist apple cake that’s topped with rich butter cream and cream cheese frosting. The recipe is by Angela Logan, ... http://changemart.com/mortgage-apple-cakes/ A few weeks ago, I was invited, as a member of My Blog Spark, to a dinner at Myers + Chang in Boston.  It was supposed to be a thank you dinner for members of the network, and I was allowed one guest.  Since my kids were going to be ... http://changemart.com/wanchai-ferry-surprise-my-blog-spark-dinner/ It’s great news that it looks like BP has finally capped the oil spill. But it’ll be years before we know the full measure of the damage that the last few months of constant gushing oil has done to the environment and the wildlife in the Gulf Coast area. And ... http://changemart.com/support-for-animals-affected-by-the-gulf-oil-spill/ I’ve been using an electric toothbrush lately, but with so much travel, I’ve also been using a manual brush.  I just don’t find it practical to travel with my electric.  If you use a manual toothbrush as directed, you’ll actually find two things – one, they need to be tossed ... http://changemart.com/a-greener-better-manual-toothbrush/ I’ll be honest.  When I was initially approached to review Olympian Mitch Gaylord’s new workout system, Melt It Off!, I kind of assumed it would be easy.  After all, it only uses a 2 lb medicine ball, and after ChaLEAN Extreme?  Two lbs is NOTHING. The system includes a DVD ... http://changemart.com/getting-a-great-workout-with-mitch-gaylord%e2%80%99s-melt-it-off/ If I think about the number of plastic snack and sandwich bags my family has already gone through, it’s a sad thought.  And, my kids haven’t even entered kindergarten yet.  So, we’ve been trying to find more green and eco-friendly ways to keep those bags out of our lunch boxes, ... http://changemart.com/eliminating-plastic-snack-and-sandwich-bags-with-reusies/ Last week, my husband and I had the opportunity to visit Martha’s Vineyard while celebrating our 10 year anniversary.  Even though I was born in Massachusetts, grew up in Rhode Island, and now live in Massachusetts, I’d never actually been to Martha’s Vineyard.  So, we were definitely there to explore ... http://changemart.com/road-and-boat-tripping-to-martha%e2%80%99s-vineyard/ Vacationing in Orlando can be expensive, especially with theme park admissions, souvenirs, and other necessities.  Walmart, which has five locations in the greater Orlando area, has low prices on a variety of items that you’ll definitely need while on vacation. Walmart is a great resource for discounted park and event ... http://changemart.com/saving-money-when-vacationing-in-orlando/ My children are absolutely obsessed with puzzles, and can sit for the longest time just putting them together meticulously.  They also love writing and drawing, so when we had the chance to review the newest Crayola Chalkboard Floor Puzzles I was sure they’d absolutely love them. The puzzles, which are ... http://changemart.com/new-crayola-chalkboard-floor-puzzles/ Have you heard of 77Kids? (I hadn’t).  77Kids is a brand by American Eagle Outfitters for children, with clothing for sizes 0-14.  We haven’t got a store here in Boston yet, but 77Kids is opening up some stores around the country, and is celebrating with Do Good Day, a celebration ... http://changemart.com/doing-good-in-boston-with-77kids/