Dizzy Quad

Toysrus.com has this awesome looking outdoor merry go round set that I would love to have in my yard (if I could find the room!) Still, it may end up there sooner or later! A fun, Merry Go Round for kids to enjoy all summer long. And definitely priced right at $129.99!

Do Something Good (and your pet will LOVE you!)

Now that I have Sami, I can once again buy all my dog biscuits from http://www.waggies.org/. Run by some pretty special, special needs women, you'll feel good about helping them while keeping your doggy happy! Here's what they have to say:

Waggies by Maggie & Friends are all natural peanut butter dog treats lovingly baked in Wilmington, Delaware by persons who have intellectual disabilities.WaggieBits are kibble size training treats with the same nutritious value and delicious taste as the original 25 and 50 "bone" bags of Waggies. Perfect for small dogs and for training any size dog. Sales benefit employment for Maggie and her friends who need guidance and support as they navigate the world of work.

Mini Racer

They have everything over at http://www.overstock.com/, including the newest edition to our household, this cute-fast-fun mini racer ride on car ($156.99) Definitely reasonably priced, but it is fast! We can even ride it, even though it's tiny, it is tough and durable! Total fun for the kids, just make sure they wear a helmet and pads!

Buy it through your UPromise account to get cash back for college!

Radio Flyer

My kids LOVE their Radio Flyer rocking horse (still!) Especially John, he loves jumping on it and riding to the rescue. They also both climb on it when I'm exercising (running on the treadmill) so they can "exercise" with me. Loads of fun for them and lasts through the years. Here is one on sale at http://www.redwagons.com/ for $135.99!

A Kid's Home is Their Castle

Visit http://www.landofnod.com/ to find this hanging castle play tent at a whopping 40% off! Now $59.99 (regularly $99.99) get it while you can! Perfect for playroom or bedroom, let their imagintion soar!

New Releases at Borders

Summer is fun for playing outside and taking vacations but it's also a good time to practice reading skills for preschool, kindergarten and all grades!

Here's some fun new books at borders.com:

Maisy Goes to Preschool ($12.99)

My First Signs $7.99

Moon Rabbit $16.99
And Mr. Stubborn says there are no monsters in this book $3.99

A Major Award...

I know I've posted on http://www.bambinamia.etsy.com/ shop on fun and just plain funny onesies for baby. I didn't see this one before and think it's a riot! Know a baby? Or one to be? You gotta get them this!

Disney Fun at Snanimals!

Welcome Summer! And summer vacation! We've already made our trip to Disney this year and if you're planning to go anytime soon, be sure to scoop up our hand painted minnie mouse shoes for your trip! Now available in pink (at our etsy store- http://www.jlperillo.etsy.com/) or red minnie at both stores (etsy & http://www.snanimals.com/!)


Fun for vacations but for everyday too.

Red, White & Blue

http://www.thetrendybaby.etsy.com/ is the perfect place to find these great 4th of July outfits for your little boy and girl! The dress ($22.50) is made from infant through 12 youth sizes and matches perfectly with this Onesie/Tshirt with tie ($12.00) Newborn - 5 T!

Speaking of turtles

Don't you love this turtle pinafore from http://www.humblebea.etsy.com/? It's super sweet and sells for $32 (2 T or 4 T)

Or this clippie from http://www.shiningstarsboutique.etsy.com/ just $2.99
This turtle knit dress and pants is hand made in sizes 2 -6 for $125 from www.ribbonsandpigtails.etsy.com

Sprinkles of Fun

I love Amazon.com, they have just about everything I need and always at competitive prices. As you probably know, the one thing I LOVE to shop for is my kids! And now that summer is upon us, I want to keep them cool and happy while having fun. One way to do that is water toys, and this one is sure to please at my house! I can see laughter and giggles (and maybe a few fights over who gets to sit on the truck and who works the hydrant!) This Fisher Price fun squirt fire truck sprinkler is sure to please (and at $29.99, I'll take that price!)

Hand made Lamp Shades

Are you looking for the perfect accent for your child's bedroom? Look no further than http://www.fatcatdesigns6.etsy.com/ for hand made lamp shades created to match some of the most popular children's furnishings! And at under $20, they're affordable as well.

A Birthday with Tuck!

Wonderpets are so fun, my kids love them. And turtles, well, they always remain popular! How about a Tuck Birthday for your wonderpet? Here's an adorable T-Shirt with Tuck and his cape (almost any size available):

Just $25 at http://www.jillalvarez2003.etsy.com/

And, of course, Pam's Tuck Cape (http://www.threelittlegoblins.etsy.com/) This one is a toddler size for $12
And even for your pet! This tuck costume ($9.99) on amazon.com!

Strollers Strollers and More Strollers

Yes, I bought more strollers (I have lost count over how many I've had through the past few years.) I bought a new double stroller for Disney, which I like. Still have my sit n stand stroller, works good for when I need that type. Had several single strollers but they had worn out their welcome. A few were in the shed over the winter and when I pulled them out, they had mildew on them (Yuck!) The McLaren had a broken wheel, the other McLaren was stolen in Disney a few years ago, the jeep single stroller had lost all the air in the tires and they couldn't be inflated again, etc. etc. etc.

So off I went in search of new, light weight, umbrella style strollers. In the back of my mind I thought I could always get more Mclarens, I did like them. But instead, in my search I went to www.overstock.com and found some that I love!! Yes, these Keekaroo strollers are awesome! They are sturdy, light weight, tall enough for John to sit in and not have his feet drag, easy to push, etc. I bought both the red & the lilac and am quite happy!

And, during my search for strollers I came across this pet stroller (also on overstock) and couldn't resist! It's also lightweight and easy to use and fun for Sami!!

Water Table Fun

Step 2 offers some fun, sturdy, outdoor toys for toddlers and kids. One of my kids favortite things in the summer is the water table (available at step2.com or many local toy stores.) You can put water in one side and sand in the other, we put water on both sides and just let them splash around for hours. Comes with the umbrella which really does come in handy during those hot, sunny summer days.

Wee Wood

Don't you just love simple toys? Those that let your child decide the whats and wheres. These fun wooden toys from http://www.weewoodnaturaltoys.etsy.com/ certainly fit that bill. First, this bowl of wooden stars!

A fun way to teach your wee one colors, how to count, sort, pour and so much more!

And how about this fun, doll sized baking set. Great for imaginative play!

Puppet Show

We've been having fun around here lately doing puppet shows. I made the kids some felt finger and hand puppets and their imaginations have taken off. Staying on that trend, I thought I'd look to see what is out there for puppets (being price conscious!) that we might like to use. I found the perfect place. http://www.weeknit.etsy.com/ offers fun finger puppet sets (like this Old MacDonald set of 5 puppets for $10)
And for Anna, this Barney set with book for $12.95Have fun! And remember to visit our etsy shop at www.jlperillo.etsy.com for deals and steals on shoes for the kids. And go to www.threelittlegoblins.etsy.com for those adorable superhero capes (don't forget them at birthday party time!)

Yappy Happy

I LOVE this dog license! Actually, Sami is wearing one as we speak. What a cute and clever idea from http://www.yappyhappy.etsy.com/!! Loads of fun and perfect for your little pooch. But I think it is even more perfect for your kids!! That's right, the kiddos can have their own license (think as a necklace in an amusement park for quick identification!) So fun for little kids of all ages, they'll love this!! $20

But if you're looking for your doggy and not the kids, check out yappy Happy's custom indoor dog houses (palaces!) $325 will get you one!

Posy Girl Pendants

As seen on http://www.hipandlittle.com/!

What girl wouldn't love a tiny wooden dolly made just for her! These sweet little pendants are hand painted to your specifications. Choose one special gal or collect a bunch of tiny friends.

Inspired by vintage peg and clothespin dolls, these posy girl™ pendants are painted completely by hand with caring attention to detail and finished with a thick coat of varnish. Most importantly, each little girl is entirely customizable!

You choose her hair color and the letter (if any) you would like her to wear on her little heart necklace, making each little posy girl™ as unique as the girl who will be wearing her.

Each pendant measures 2 inches from top to bottom and hangs from a coordinating 12.5-inch satin cord. The necklace is finished with a silver lobster clasp and a 2-inch silver extender chain capped with a little sterling silver charm. The word on the charm you receive may vary from the one pictured.

Summer fun (for inside)

Don't let their brains go to mush this summer. Here's a really fun memory game that will help them learn while having a great time. Don't let those rainy days go to waste! $20 by Mindware

Traveling? If so, if you're little one is like mine they LOVE stickers! This set has 40 stickers to choose from with a great play scene to use them on. Loads of fun and just $8!

See these and more at www.mylittleducks.com

When lightening strikes!

It's a bird, it's a plane, no... it's your little boy in his awesome lightening bolt swimming trunks! Let him do amazing feats in the pool while wearing these fun and fantastic shorts in red, brown or baby blue. $51 at http://www.citythreads.com

Rock On!

http://www.dimplesanddandelions.com has this awesome Rock N Roll shirt for boys ($36.) Very stylish and fun!

Boys (and girls) of summer...

http://www.annabean.com/ has the greatest summer gifts for baseball lovers! Choose from personalized baseball gloves in pink or red $75.00:
Or, for baseball phanatics of all ages (babies to youth) get them this personalized bat and ball for $85Happy shopping!

Picnic Table

We love being outside in the summer and especially love sitting at our picnic table in the back yard eating lunch. It just seems to make it extra special. Well, here's a nice, sturdy and even pretty picnic table for kids from http://www.overstock.com/. Sells for $89.95 with $2.95 shipping everyday (go through your upromise account for additional college savings!)

This set includes the table, four stools and umbrella. Made of pine, this should last you for many summers to come.

Froggy Fun

Ribbit Ribbit, summer is froggy season! Hop into some fun with this cute frog hat from http://www.lilfun.etsy.com/, just $10!Match it up with our froggy blues sneakers from www.snanimals.com
Want to take it one more step? Contact www.threelittlegoblins.etsy.com for a custom matching froggy cape and you're little one will leap for joy!

Books for Summer Reading

It's not coming out until the end of July, but this book sure looks like fun!
"Do Not Build a Frankenstein" from Harper Collins Books, $12.74 at BarnesandNoble.com.

For ages 8 - 12, Dragonbreath (Random House)

Elephants Cannot Dance (Hyperian) Out June 9th
Many many more fun books out there! Let's get reading!

Animal Barn Puppet Theatre

Summer is a time for playing outside, breaks from school, vacations and Boredom! Yes, we can easily get bored on those rainy days we're forced to stay inside. Here's a solution to help fill those rainy days, an animal barn puppet theatre. Let the kids make up plays as you sit and watch enthralled. When the show is over, they can use the tent as a fort! Click the title for a direct link or go to http://www.toyblaster.com/. Just $44.98!

Snanimals Fun

Don't forget our shoes! Be sure to remember http://www.snanimals.com/ for fun summer shoes and gifts! Here's a few that are perfect for this time of year:

Our fun cow maryjane!

Cool shoes for the ball game!And what says summer more than ladybugs! Here's our cute ladybug sneaker and super hero cape set. (See all Pam's capes at http://www.threelittlegoblins.etsy.com/) And remember our etsy store (http://www.jlperillo.etsy.com/) for samples and sales!