The Power of Moms and After the Fact

Wrote by Home of a Magnolia 7:27 AM 3 Comments

This morning I was listening to Fox News as the host of the morning show interviewed the creator Squinkies, some new hot toy. As a mom I see these things as the new enemy of the vacuum. The toys are inexpensive, tiny and supposedly collectable- just like everything else made in China- Ha! Ha! Sorry if you bought them, but they look like a mom's worst nightmare not to mention a major choking hazard. The host asked the inventor about how he used current technology, social networking and blogs to get the word out about this toy. He commented "the mom bloggers" were instrumental in spreading the word about this product. Evidently he sent free samples to mom bloggers and encouraged them to blog about the toy. This interview made me think about the power we have as moms and bloggers.

Some of the blogs I read sponsor contest and giveaways as a way to introduce people to a new site, blog and sometimes a product (usually created by a self-employed mom). I love this way of networking. I do realize there are blogs out there featuring tons of advertising and one review after another on products. Personally, I have made a decision not to read or follow those blogs. I feel I would get a very slanted view of the product due to someone's desire to get more free stuff and advertising. For me blogging is a great way to meet new people, share great ideas and journal.

Later today I will post a blog about My Favorite Things- these are things I buy, love and give as gifts. These are not business or products I have been given to promote. As the daughter of former small business owners, I think it important to support these businesses (the backbone of our country). My promise is to post about products I LOVE and use or purchase for family, friends or myself. I also must say NONE of these small business owners have given me anything to post- I'm doing this as sort of my list of "Favorite Things" (sorry no giveaways like Oprah).

I'm encouraging a few bloggers to join me in posting their "Favorite Things". If you would like to participate, but I did not link you- please let me know by leaving a comment and I will add you to my list of links.

It's a Golden Day
The Dowdy's Doings
Mom of Redheads
Twist of Lime
Southern Living
Come Give Me Sugar
Semi Slacker Mom
Life of a Southern Belle
Pagoda Press

After the Fact:
It has been a whirlwind few days for my family. We started celebrating on Tuesday with my monthly GNO. Wednesday we all enjoyed an Oyster Roast with friends. Our family spent Thursday with my hubby's family before traveling to spend a few days with my family. Friday I visited a few stores and found very few great deals, but I did not get up early or stay up late to hit the stores.

Here are a few pics: