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On The Move with Boys Scooters

October 29, 2014 by Painter Mommy Leave a Comment

kid_riding_scooterNot long ago, scooters were considered a passing fad. But today, they are an ever-present fixture on pavements, in playgrounds and even at skate parks. Boys of all ages have gone mad for these push-powered modes of transportation thanks to their ease of use, range of designs and perhaps most importantly, street cred.

Therefore, parents struggling to find the perfect present this Christmas don’t need to worry anymore, as boys scooters are available in abundance. But how did they come to be so popular and what are some of the best models on the market?

Scoot back in time

There is a good chance that any parents reading this probably had a similar toy during their childhood, as scooters date back decades. In the past, inventive fathers or imaginative kids would make them by hand using roller skate wheels and a board of wood or an old box. The handle was simply there for balance, as the rider had to lean one-way or another to make the scooter turn.

However, bicycle manufacturers soon recognized the need for a mass-produced scooter and started to introduce various products. Some of these featured chunky rubber tires, different sized wheels, foldable frames and even suspension. But it wasn’t until the late 1990s that scooters hit the big time, which was mainly down to their popularity in Japan. At first, commuters used scooters in an urban environment to get to work, but children soon adopted them everywhere else.

Scooting around today

Regardless of your kid’s age or ability, they’ll be a suitable scooter out there. Younger children will appreciate a scooter featuring graphics of popular children’s TV and film characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Hello Kitty and Disney’s Frozen.

However, scooters for older kids are built to incredibly high specifications in order to withstand outlandish tricks and stunts, just like the Ozbozz Torq Chaotic. Its aluminum construction and robust steering column means it will definitely stand the test of time. Full deck grip helps with balance while a large AI rear brake ensures the rider can stop quickly too.

But for something a bit different, consider buying the Razor E300 Electric. Designed with older teenagers and even adults in mind, this electric scooter can achieve speeds of up to 15mph. Its super-sized deck and frame along with extra wide tires make it extremely comfortable to ride, while the 24V battery system affords up to 40 minutes of continuous use.

So what used to be a fleeting trend is now a tremendously popular pursuit. Therefore, any boy would appreciate receiving a scooter this Christmas. Just be sure to talk to your kids about scooter safety before they step on board.

Add Colour To Your Daughter’s Hair Without The Need For Dye

April 11, 2014 by Painter Mommy Leave a Comment

clip_hair_extensionsThis is a guest post…

At some point, most little girls start to want to experiment with their hair. It might be learning how to plait a perfect fishtail braid, having fun with wash out glitter sprays, or just wearing it in a different style every day for a week – the desire to experiment is a natural thing. Whilst it’s all fun and games for little ones, such transformations can be uniquely stressful for a parent – especially if the little one in question has their mind set on doing something a little too grown up. It’s not unusual for young girls to ask for hair dye – every day, they’re exposed to a thousand different images that work to manipulate and mould their notions of beauty.

With the glut of glossy hair commercials currently clogging up the tube, it’s almost inevitable for a daughter to want to experiment with expensive hair dyes at some point. It’s your job, as a parent, to explain why it’s something best left for when a girl is much older. It’s your job to stem the tide of tears, when you eventually have to put your foot down. Fortunately, the super clever guys and gals at Clip Hair have made the job a whole lot easier. With their range of pre-coloured clip in hair extensions, your daughter can experiment without the need for harsh chemical based dyes. Here are just a few of the reasons why clip in extensions should be the way forward for you and your child.

No More Nasty Chemicals – obviously, a responsible parent isn’t going to permit a child to use anything that might cause them harm. Whilst commercial hair dyes are safe if used properly, they can still cause a huge amount of damage to follicles and the scalp. Plus, the fumes aren’t particularly healthy and the effect is far too permanent for a young girl. With clip in extensions, none of these things need be a problem – they contain no harmful chemicals, they’re easy to apply and they can be removed in a matter of minutes. What’s more, clip in extensions come in a wide range of different styles and colours.

Easy To Apply – when it comes to ease of application, you simply can’t go wrong with clip in extensions. It should take around five minutes to apply one, or even several, separate pieces. It’s so easy to achieve – all that you’ve got to do is open up the plastic clip on each extension, match it up with the hairline and then snap it closed again. As these extensions clip right into the hair, they won’t ever damage the follicles or put too much weight on the scalp. They can be comfortably worn for forty eight hours – after this point, they should be removed and brushed to ensure longevity.

No Commitment – it’s a bad idea to allow young daughters to commit to anything, really. They might be absolutely sure that they’ll never change their mind about having neon pink hair, but it’s the job of a parent to know better. Of course, it’s difficult to explain exactly why such things are ill advised to a seven year old girl – it’s much easier and a lot more fun to be able to indulge such silly whims. With clip in hair extensions, you don’t have to worry about commitment – as soon as she’s bored with her new style, they can be removed almost instantly.

Author Bio: Jean Mendoza has been a hairstylist for five years. She recommends Clip Hair for a wide range of affordable and reliable clip in hair extensions. As a mother of two young girls, she believes that self expression is an essential part of childhood and growing up – even if it means sitting at the dinner table with yellow hair and a glittery cat suit.

How Often do People Play Online Bingo?

September 30, 2013 by Painter Mommy Leave a Comment

While many might have imagined that the advent of the internet would have been bad news for the bingo industry – with so many distractions online, venturing outside to a bingo hall might seem a rather archaic idea in 2013 – but in fact the game is enjoying a surge in popularity and in particular is winning over large numbers of younger players, enticed by a wealth of flashy online bingo sites, tempting cash prizes and the ability to chat with other players online. Such is the appeal of online bingo that many players play several times a week, or even more than once a day and many people say they are attracted as much by the social element of the game as by the chance to win cash.

 

online_bingoThe Social Side of Online Bingo

The internet is often blamed for a perceived lack of ‘real’ communication in the modern age, but in fact many people who are obliged to spend long periods of time at home – from new mums to the elderly – are finding that the internet offers a wonderful opportunity to keep in touch with friends and family while making a whole host of new acquaintances. Bingo halls have traditionally been focal points of communities, with many players saying that they love bingo more for the social side than for the possibility of winning.

 

Meeting People Online

Traditionally, bingo winnings have been small in comparison with casino games, but the social interaction has long been a huge selling point for the game. And this continues to be a major draw for fans of online bingo, where sites often offer chat facilities in which players can meet new friends. The chat rooms quickly become a community of their own and many ‘real life’ friendships are born here.

 

An Addictive Online Experience

Bingo is very rarely associated with gambling problems – the stakes are generally low and with winning entirely down to chance, bingo halls are not really the turf of hardened gamblers. That’s not to say that the game isn’t addictive, however; many players find themselves heading back time and time again to their online bingo hall of choice, whether to enjoy a quick game or to catch up on gossip.

 

Bingo as a Social Experience

Few people who like to play bingo regularly – either at a physical bingo hall or online – would say that are ‘in it for the money’ and most players say that they come back regularly simply for the fun of trying to get a full house and to catch up with other players that have become friends. That said, bingo does offer some enticing cash prizes for those lucky enough to win and many bingo websites offer incentives and bonuses for newcomers and also as a loyalty bonus for regular players. Incentives such as impressive bingo promotions from www.bingocams.com often entice people into playing the game on a particular site and they may soon find that it becomes a regular habit, with bingo finding a place in even the busiest of lifestyles.

Website Review – www.LetsSayThanks.com

November 16, 2009 by Painter Mommy 40 Comments

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I was sent an email recently about this awesome program called “Lets Say Thanks” which is a program that gives anyone the opportunity to send a free printed post card to US Military personnel stationed overseas showing our support and appreciation for their service to our country.

Check out this video to find out more about how the program got started.

So, as you can see the well known printing company, Zerox, has a very important role in both getting this program started as well as actually printing and sending the cards that people create on the website.

Each card was hand drawn by a child.  The program chose designs from hundreds that were submitted from all around the country.  The fun part is that you can actually choose your design and then pick a message and hit submit.   From there your card will be printed and sent to one of the soldiers who are fighting for us somewhere overseas.

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This is so quick and easy to do.  I hope that you will take 5 minutes and pick a card to show your appreciation today!

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