Author Archives: Sarah Auerswald

Adele: A Big Hit With The Carpool Tweens

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

My Carpool Diaries series have been sporadic, it’s true, but not for lack of material, trust me. Tween Boys are fantastic to listen to in a car. They have so many opinions and have no trouble sharing them. It’s awesome. … Continue reading →

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The Big Year: Comedy for the Whole Family Now on DVD

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

Steve Martin, Owen Wilson and Jack Black. Those are just the first three big names in a movie full of big names. The Big Year is a delightful movie that my whole family enjoyed on DVD, since we somehow missed it when … Continue reading →

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Wikets: The App For Recommendations From Friends

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

Wikets is a new App for making and finding recommendations on restaurants, books, DVDs, games, you name it – and all from people you know and trust. As opposed to anonymous sites, with Wikets you’ll actually know who’s making the … Continue reading →

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Medieval Moves: Deadmund’s Quest on PS 3 Move: PlayStation Family – Mom’s Got Game

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

As a member of the Playstation Family, I was given a copy of Medieval Moves: Deadmund’s Quest to play and review with my kids, and I have to tell you – it was sweet to finally be able to play a … Continue reading →

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Alcatraz: Creepy TV I Don’t Recommend For Tweens

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

Alcatraz started out strong last week on Fox – and at 8pm, right in the sweet spot for Tween viewing. My kids and I watched it and were intrigued. But Monday night’s episode (1/23) aired at 9pm and turned out … Continue reading →

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Puberty Saga Continues

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

It’s not really a saga, exactly. I don’t mean to imply drama, although there’s certainly some drama. I just meant that Puberty is in full swing here, and the latest development is the dreaded voice changing. Yes, my son’s voice … Continue reading →

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SOPA and PIPA: What Do These Words Mean?

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

I’ve said the words SOPA and PIPA in my head so many times over the past 24 hours they’re starting to sound like a vaudeville act: “I need SOPA and PIPA like a hole the head! Ba-da-da-dah” – Sing it … Continue reading →

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David Pogue To Host New NOVA Series on PBS: Hunting The Elements

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

NOVA has started off 2012 with a bang: Deadliest Volcanos premiered January 4th, Bombing Hitler’s Dams aired January 11th, 3D Spies of WW1 will air on January 18th, and Mystery of a Masterpiece on January 25th, with Ice Age Death Trap coming … Continue reading →

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The Descendants Wins Best Picture at Golden Globes: Ten Reasons Why I Agree

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

I just watched the Golden Globes (#GoldenGlobes) and when The Descendants won for Best Picture, I was thrilled. I saw the movie and loved it for so many reasons, I thought I’d share them with you now. 1. They got … Continue reading →

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Striiv Personal Trainer Adds New Features & Will Now Be Sold at Best Buy Stores

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Sarah Auerswald

When I first mentioned my Striiv “Personal Trainer In My Pocket” last November, I had just started using it and getting to know all its functions. Besides the basic pedometer, the Striiv offers challenges and tracks your achievements. And on … Continue reading →

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