I am getting ready to embark on a project of redoing my office. It needs it badly. When we had this home built in 2006 I chose the smallest of the 5 bedrooms as my office. The room is 10 feet by 11 feet. This may sound like an OK size for a home office…. Continue Reading
The Windows Experience Index Explained
As a total computer geek I like to use computers that are powerful. There are many different factors that go into making your computer efficient - the processor speed, the amount of RAM (memory), and the hard drive speed to name a few. I do a lot of multitasking so I ...
Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Review + Giveaway from UNEEDIT.com
The wireless keyboard and mouse that I had been using with my desktop computer was several years old. It still works, but not as well as it should. It had come to the point that I needed to reposition the large desktop receiver to be very close to the keyboard ...
HP DV6-6c35dx Entertainment PC with Beats by Dr. Dre Laptop Review
When I read the specs of this laptop my first thought was "Wow... now THAT is a powerhouse machine!" And it lives up to my expectations...mostly. The HP dv6 with Beats by Dr. Dre is certainly made to impress. This laptop is very stylish with a 15.6" screen, speaker *bar* ...
Samsung Rugby Smart Smartphone Giveaway from AT&T!
You just read my review of the Samsung Rugby Smart (and maybe watched the video). :) Did you think to yourself "Wow, that is a phone that I need!"? Is your phone outdated? Has it been damaged? Do some functions not work? Is anything taped together? Or do you just ...
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4Category Archives: Potpourri
Giveaway: Get Ready for Back to School with momAgenda
As a momAgenda COMM member, I get the pleasure of trying out the different products. This of course tickles me since I am addicted to planners (as previously mentioned). You can never be too organized. This is especially true when you have children. With children comes homework, doctor’s appointments, after-school activities, and more. momAgenda recognizes that moms… Continue Reading
My New Glasses + Tips on Saving Money in an Instant
It is now a well known fact that I have a thing for pink. This includes eyeglasses. People always comment on my blingy pink glasses. And, I have written before about getting my glasses from Zenni Optical because they are reasonable and they look good! Well, I just got some new ones this week. YAYY!!… Continue Reading
OMG It’s Been a Week Since I Posted?? NOT Savvy Blogging!
But I have a good reason! This past Saturday was ChiTown Mom’s Nite Out event. FINALLY!!! It has happened. Woo Hooo!! I can relax. A little anyway. There is no rest for the weary. But, I am happy to report that things went very well! From what I hear everyone had a great time. We… Continue Reading
Remember the Plastic on Furniture?
Yes, totally random title. LOL!! But, there is this house not too far from me that I have drooled over FOR YEARS. When I look at it I can hear the heavens open up. LOL!! It is HUGE, has a wrap around driveway, 3 car garage, and takes up most of the block on it’s… Continue Reading
Guest Post: Looking Luxurious with Frugal Style Choices
Yep, it’s a fashion post. If you know me… this won’t seem so strange on my tech blog. I have posted before about my shoe fetish, purse fetish, and my fingernails and toes! HA! I am indeed a girl. So, this post struck a cord. Another fetish that I have is for jewelry. I have… Continue Reading
Celebrate Christmas in July with Storkie.com!
We all love Christmas. Right?? You better… Anyway, I have been on a recent cleaning binge. I started with the garage. I now have huge pile waiting for donation and another for trash. YAYY!!! Next on the list is my office (ugh, ugh, and double ugh!!!). It needs a lot of help. One of the… Continue Reading
Techy Watches from Blue Dial
I LOVE watches. Yes, this is yet another one of my fetishes. I have a few that I wear that I consider pretty fancy, but I often think about how cool it would be to have a very techy watch. There are a few that do all kinds of stuff. I think about the movies… Continue Reading
The Halfway Mark: Goals, plans, and more + the launch of KrisCain.net
Here we are at July 1. I cannot believe that half the year is gone already. But it is. It is just a reminder that time moves fast. Before you know it it will be Christmas again. This time of the year gives you a chance to reflect on the 6 months before, access things… Continue Reading
How Would You Like to Have Your Own Wind Turbine?
This post brought to you by Sauer Energy. All opinions are 100% mine. When driving through central Indiana, I always marvel at the huge field of windmills that go on for miles. They look very ominous at night. I wonder why exactly they are there. What do they do? How do they work? They produce… Continue Reading
Extreme Couponing – The Easy Way with MyCoupons.com
Ok, well maybe not extreme in this case. But, people have used coupons for years. But lately, it seems that Extreme Couponing has taken on a whole life of it’s own. There are blogs dedicated to it, a show about it, and people share and swap coupons like candy. I have written before about how… Continue Reading
Do You Need a Paper Desktop Organizer in the Digital Age?
I have written before about my addiction to paper organizers and pads like those available from momAgenda. But, are they actually needed in this digital age? Well yes… I still like having a reference available in print format that I quickly grab when on the phone, or to take notes when in a meeting. Lord… Continue Reading
Mabel’s Labels Discount Code
Yep, it is conference season. And if you have been to a blogging conference before you have probably seen your share of Mabel’s labels. They are very active on the blogger scene and they have GREAT stuff!!! I recently became a Buzzmama to try out some cool new products. I already have a couple of… Continue Reading
(PROOF)reading is Fundamental!
A few weeks ago I received a coupon to help with the launch of Paper Coterie, a website to get personalized stationary. The coupon was good for one day only, and it went out to the masses that were Mom Select members, so their website buckled a bit under the pressure, and ordering was hard!… Continue Reading
I’m a Very Busy Girl, so I’m Fueled by Keurig
You may have noticed that little badge over there –> (or not). Anyway, I was stoked to be asked by Keurig and Green Mountain Coffee to be an Ambassador for the brand. I have been using a Keurig for over a year or so after I got one for a review, so it’s easy for… Continue Reading
What are You Getting Dad for Father’s Day?
Wow. This year is really flying by. I cannot believe that it is almost June! And with June comes warm weather and Father’s Day. Father’s Day is all about letting your Dad know how much you care. But, forget the homemade gifts, endless supply of ties and socks, and membership to the gym that he… Continue Reading
Where Do You Get Your Motivation?
My first post on the momAgenda blog as a COMM was published a few days ago. It is all about motivation. Let me tell you, it took some motivation to get started on the post. But, once I got going, it was good. I mean, I find motivation is all kinds of things. Sometimes it… Continue Reading
Can a Shower Head be a Tech Gadget?
Why yes, yes it can. I used to watch HGTV A LOT! I would drool over the fancy bathrooms during the remodels, and the ones in the HUGE houses that they usually showcased. So, when I finally had the opportunity 5 years ago to pick out stuff when we built a new home, I knew… Continue Reading
Traveling Abroad this Summer? Need Mobile Broadband?
We are all getting used to having internet wherever we go. Between smartphones that give us access to email, mobile broadband via USB, Mi-Fis, and FREE Wi-Fi in coffee shops and cafes, we are always connected. And if you are in business, this is almost a must. Deals are made which leads to money being… Continue Reading
Spring Decorating! How is Your Dining Area?
Spring in Chicago is finally arriving. I *think*. We have had some chilly temps, but the forecast for the next few days looks pretty good. We have talked about spring cleaning your computer and work space a little. But usually it’s the rest of the house that starts to get a major makeover when spring… Continue Reading
momAgenda 2011 – 2012 Desktop Review
As previously announced, I am a part of the new momAgenda Council of Media Moms. One of the perks is that I got a lovely new Desktop Agenda. Now as I have already admitted (and admitting you have a problem is the first step), I have a serious addiction for notepads and planners. I received… Continue Reading
A Happy Birthday From Google!
These is genius. I visited Google.com just now and this is what I saw: Hovering over the image displays “Happy Birthday Kris!” Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger who has worked in IT for over 13 years. Twitter and Facebook. Kris… Continue Reading
Happy Birthday to Me! Happy Birthday to Me!!
Yep, it is my birthay!! Again…. LOL! I’m 37 today. 37??? Wow! I cannot believe that another year has gone by already. And so much has changed and so much has remained the same. HA! However, I am looking forward to this next year of my life, and planning to make it GREAT!! So, as… Continue Reading
When Did Vonage Become a ‘Regular’ Phone Company?
Dear Vonage, I used to love you… a lot. I used to tell all my friends about you and talk about how much cheaper you were than Comcast and SBC. But, what happened? When did you become as greedy as the rest of them? What happened to actually being able to save money on your… Continue Reading
Having a Brain Dead Exhaustion Slump
Excuse the slow posting. I’m pretty brain dead right now, and exhausted. And I’m catching up on many, many, many things. I have lots of good stuff coming up for this site, I just need to find the time and energy to do it. While you wait, how about checking out these posts that have… Continue Reading
Guest Post: Top Men’s Gadgets for 2011
Technology is ever-changing. Every time we get something new and shiny, something else newer and shinier is just about the corner. Like the Best Buy commercial. It doesn’t exaggerate much. The below article tells us about some of the rumored gadgets set to be out later this year. Most of these we have heard about already. Even… Continue Reading
I’m a Geek, But I’m Still a Girly Girl
Every time I go to a conference or event I get AT LEAST 3 – 4 comments on my fingernails. I have even gotten comments on video reviews on YouTube. Not about the product, but about my nails. LOL. Why? Because I usually have them done nice and fancy, and sometimes with bling. I have… Continue Reading
I’m Sick and Really Not Happy About it
Ugh. I hate being sick. Last Thursday at work I was having issues with feeling run down, exhausted and out of sorts. My head was woozy and I felt like I just wanted to lay down. I hoped that it was just because I had been in training all week and was just tired of… Continue Reading
RedBox Wants to Give You Free Movies!!
I love Redbox. I stop there quite often on weekends to get movies for the kids and I. Movies are only $1 for each one nights rental. Can’t beat that. But even better than $1 is FREE!!! And that is what you can get now. Who wouldn’t love a free one nights rental? How do… Continue Reading
I Thought My House was Going to Blow
Talk about freaking out. I came home from work on Monday and I heard this buzzing rumbling noise. It was constant, and very loud. I could not pinpoint exactly where it was coming from except that it was strongest under the first floor powder room. I went back and forth to the basement. I checked… Continue Reading