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Giggle With The Peppa Pig Happy Mrs. Chicken App

If you love Peppa Pig, then the Peppa Pig Happy Mrs. Chicken App is a must have! Muddle Puddles, the chicken coup, and maze, are just 3 of the 5 interactive games featured in the app. The games, sticker book, fantastic graphics and sounds will have you and your children laughing in no time.

Like most children’s apps I download, I try to test them myself before letting my girls play them. The Chicken Coop was the first game I tried. Immediately, I was laughing at the cute chicken popping out eggs, watching them hatch and then guiding the little chickens to their respective homes. The sound effects were adorable! Moments later, my girls were by my side, begging to play. I’m not embarrassed to say, that I did not relinquish my iPad immediately.

As soon as my daughters began playing Peppa Pig Happy Mrs. Chicken, the room was filled with laughter, counting, and the two of them root for one another as they played the game. This interactive app is not only educational, it helps build hand eye coordination, teaches problem solving, is highly intuitive, and most of all fun!

*“This post was written as part of a sponsored campaign for Childs Play PR. All opinions are my own.”

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Fruit Ninja App

Fruit Ninja App, My Late Night Obsession… Some believe counting sheep will help them sleep.

Others, like me, would rather torture themselves trying to beat their last score on addictive games like Fruit Ninja. My latest rants have included minor issues I have with ageing. Being vocal about my distaste in ageing is not something I am very shy about. Realizing my thought process was superficial; I decided I’d try to alter my thinking a bit.

Getting older was out of my control. I needed a positive approach to this growing old thing… I tried convincing myself that a new gray hair was better than losing all my hair. Wrinkles were making my face their home because I was likeable. It was emotionally draining but I was determined not to let growing old (mid 30’s), take a toll on me… Then, yesterday happened…

It started like a normal day. My alarm went off and I hit snooze. Three snooze buttons later, I yelled for the girls to wake up… I could not help but tap the snooze button one last time before jumping out of bed. Standing in front of my bathroom mirror, I noticed how tired I looked. I jumped in the shower assuming it would wake my senses and liven up my appearance. Unfortunately, things did not go as I thought. Once out of the shower, I began getting ready and then abruptly stopped. I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror. Not only did I still look tired, my squeaky clean face somehow looked worse! That was when I had a rude awakening…

Events from the night before…It was 10:30pm. I had just planted my behind on our couch. Danny was watching an awful show once again, so I grabbed my Apple iPad and started browsing. The browsing session led me to an app I played a few times before, Fruit Ninja. The game looked inviting so I figured, why not? One or two games couldn’t hurt, right? Seven games later, I decided to take a break and get a drink. Water in hand, I made my way back to the couch and resumed playing. Around midnight, I had surpassed my high score! It had been months since I even got close to beating it. After having my proud moment, and realizing it was past midnight, I decided it was time for bed. Although exhausted, the adrenalin rush I had from swiping flying fruit had no intention of cooperating with my need for sleep. For thirty minutes, I lay in my bed and stared at the ceiling. It was unbearable! Regardless of my shoulder and arm hurting from the stress of playing Fruit Ninja, I believed I was on a roll and could beat my score once again! I sat up, resumed playing until my arm and shoulder were numb. It was 3am. I had no choice but to throw in the towel and quit. Although I am aware that my addiction to games has a tendency to monopolize my time here and there, I believe it has reached a new level… Intervention may be required.

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Instagram Everything – Instagram Apps

The Wonderful World Of Instagram, Apps For Instagram And A New Level Of Social Networking And Social Media!

Posting pictures on Instagram could be my latest obsession! Until yesterday, I didn’t realize I had a number of Instagram followers. Personally, I have no idea why anyone would have followed me on Instagram since I only had 4 pictures posted… Well, to be honest, I forgot I had an account.

Yesterday, 5pm: My friend was showing me pictures on her phone and said… “Don’t you just love Instagram?”… Having forgotten about Instagram, and having little knowledge what all the fuss was over, I just nodded. I admit though, her pictures looked great!

Yesterday, 9pm: Intention – Writing. I sat in front of my computer contemplating… to write, or to Instagram…

I started with the search engine… no luck… Oops! I forgot, it was an app!

On to the app store…

Instagram now has apps for a Mac computer!

Ok, so you still cannot upload images from a Mac to Instagram, but who cares? The app was created for an iPhone… Not a computer. The purpose of the app: Make the pictures you take from your cell phone look fantastic!

Next, my iPhone…

Visiting the app store, I realized that I already had the app. I even had an account. A simple upgrade was necessary. Once complete, the fun began! Picture after picture, I created one masterpiece after another (lie… the app created one masterpiece after another). I posted each to Facebook, Twitter and more. A little overkill? Yes, absolutely! The next thing I knew, it was 1:30Am and it was time to call it a night… Bye bye Instagram… Until next time…

The world of apps associated with Instagram is so vast, I thought I would include just a few (honestly), of the apps I found!

Instalook - Find Instagram Photos around you

InstaHelp - The Unofficial Guide for Instagram

PhotoVote - Instagram Challenges

MyPad+ for Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

Calendagram - Wall calendars from your Instagram photos!

Clockstagram

Dashr - Instagram & RSS news reader

Frames for Instagram

Insta – Text!

InstaClip - Instagram Photo Cropper

InstaCollage Pro – Pic Frame & Pic Caption for Instagram FREE

InstaCommentor for Instagram

InstaFramer – Coolest photo frames ever.

InstaFrManager for Instagram

There are even more… I just got tired of cutting and pasting… Enjoy Insta-whatevering away! Next on my list… Adding it to my website! xo

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Pinterest Scavenger Hunt! Don’t Miss This!

With the rise of social media and amazing websites like Pinterest, Trending Mom began the Pinterest Scavenger Hunts!

It is almost time for the next scavenger hunt to begin!

Starting with the Pinterest Wall… The name … Trending Mom Hunt To Pin!

The wall will have numerous pictures from different websites (website link will be available)
The comments will read the item you need to find on the website.
Once You have found each item, you will need to pin it on another wall called The Trendy Scavenger!
The pins will be time stamped so the participant that pins first, gets a point for each pin.
The winner will be determined based on the individual who pins the most correct first!

Please join my website to participate! Sign Up Here!

You may also follow me on Pinterest.

Accepting Sponsors: If you are interested in having your website featured in the scavenger hunt, please contact me via email [email protected]

Next Scavenger Hunt – Noteworthy Websites!

Date: TBD

Scavenger Hunt Completion Time Will Be One Hour

The Winner Will Receive A Prize Based On The Theme!

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An App Called Fruit Ninja And My Late Night Obsession

Some believe counting sheep will help them sleep. Other people, like myself, would rather torture themselves trying to beat their last score on addictive game apps. My latest rants have included minor issues I have with ageing. My distaste in my ageing process, regardless of how superficial I seem, is something I am not shy about.

Until yesterday morning, I chalked up my ageing process to things that were beyond my control. Between sprouting new gray hair and the other awful things happening to me, like the wrinkle I recently caught a glimpse of on my face, this process has been emotionally trying! I have been working on coming to terms with it though, trying not to get too overwhelmed. Then there was yesterday…

It started like a normal day. My alarm went off… 3 snooze buttons later, I yelled for the girls to wake up… just one more hit to the snooze button… then out of bed I went. In the bathroom, I noticed a tired look on my face. As per usual, I thought a shower would help me wake up, look bright-eyed and be ready for the day. Unfortunately, things did not go as planned. Instead, I got out of the shower, started getting ready and then abruptly stopped. As I peered into the mirror once more, I realized my tired appearance was not only still there, but since my face was now squeaky clean, I looked worse! That was when my rude awakening occurred.

Events of the previous night… It was 10:30pm, I had just planted my buttox on our couch. Danny was watching one of his awful shows once again so I picked up my iPad and started browsing through it. I thought about reading a bit but decided against it when I saw the Fruit Ninja game app. Why not, I figured… just one game and then I would read a bit. Well, 7 games later, I put the app down to get a glass of water. Water in hand, I went back to the couch and started playing again. At around midnight, I beat my high score! It had been months since I even got close to beating it. After having my proud moment, and realizing it was past midnight, I decided it was time for bed. Unfortunately, my sleepy self could not sleep… It must have been all that adrenalin from the game playing. Laying in bed for another 30 minutes, I couldn’t take it anymore! Regardless of my shoulder and arm hurting from the stress of playing Fruit Ninja, I believed I was on a roll and could beat my new high score as well! And so I continued… the game play lasted until 3am… I could not raise my arm by then. I had no choice but to throw in the towel and quit. Clearly, the iPad addiction I have been aware of for some time has reached a new level which may require intervention…
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Apps For Free From A To Z – U & V

“U” Is For Uno

Another classic game re-created as an app that is fun to play! No longer do you need to have a take along bag with card games like Uno while traveling. App creators have simplified our lives even further by creating apps like Uno. The game is a blast to play for all ages. The app allows for multiple players too! It’s the real game without the mess… and you never lose a card!

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“V” Is For Virtual Zippo Lighter

I could not help myself with this one! Remember the good old days when ballads were played at your favorite bands concert and the first thing you, and the rest of the crowd did was wave your lighter up in the air, fire burning, while you sang along? Forget your lighters now and praise the Virtual Zippo Lighter app! Now, when you are at your new favorite band’s concert, click on the app and waive that cell phone of yours way, way, way up in the sky… and sing your heart away!

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Apps For Free From A To Z

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April 14^th, 2012

“M” Is For Minds Of Modern Mathematics

An interactive journey telling the story of mathematics through a 1000 year period. Mathematics have shaped so many different aspects of our world. This app not only gives us the history of mathematics, you have the opportunity to discover each mathematician through portraits as well as there biographies and more. Truly an interesting app which even incorporates educational films where genius comes to life!

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April 16^th, 2012

“N” Is For Netflix

Who doesn’t love Netflix! The Netflix app great! Whether on the road or in your home, if you have a Netflix account, you can stream the movies available from the Watch Now feature in Netflix to your iPad, Computer, or iPhone anytime! Having the luxury of having great movies and tv shows right at your fingertips will keep you busy for hours.

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April 17^th, 2012

“O” Is For OpenTable

Where else can you make free restaurant reservations at more than 20,000 restaurants? Only open table can do this for you and enable you to receive dining rewards points. OpenTable even has a search feature with robust options. No more calling to check for availability. Last minute reservations are not a problem either!

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April 18^th, 2012

“P” Is For Pinterest

Need I say more? The new hottest social networking site app is free and fun! Pinterest is not only highly addictive but one of the easiest websites to use. The Pinterest would keep me busy for hours if I let it. I now set a timer for myself when using it! This app is full featured just like the site. Being free only makes it more fun!

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April 19^th, 2012

“Q” Is For Quotes Wallpapers & Backgrounds 25,000+

There is nothing better than turning on a wireless device and reading a funny or inspirational quote. With the Quotes Wallpapers & Backgrounds app you have the opportunity to do just that. Download the app, pick a quote you love, and add it as your screen saver. It’s that simple… and free to do!

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April 20^th, 2012

“R” Is For Real Clear Politics

This app is simply a must for following what is going on in politics. Covering all of the important issues each day, the app offers commentary, links from all political points, news, poll data and more. Quite simply, a fantastic app for anyone interested in politics regardless of what party you prefer.

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April 21st, 2012

“S” Is For SoundHound

Music Recognition, LiveLyrics, the ability to share on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter, and more. This is another robust app just waiting for you to take advantage of it. The app even offers artists info for your reading pleasure. The app opens up by telling you what’s Hot, Most Tweeted, and even what is underplayed. You can even view your search history. This app is a must try!

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April 22nd, 2012

“T” Is For The Lorax HD

I couldn’t help myself here. This game is simply great! My girls and I recently went to see The Lorax at the theatre and loved it. It only seemed fit to download the free app. The graphics alone are a must see. Besides that, it’s great for many ages as the game play can get pretty tough!

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Apps For Free From A To Z – April Challenge

April 1st, 2012

“A” Is For “Angry Birds”

Normally, I would not start with one of the most popular apps available, but, I cannot help myself. When I first purchased my iPad, I could not understand all the hype that revolved around Angry Birds. My husband kept telling me I would love it, and I kept stating the opposite. One random day, my curiosity got the best of me, and, I caved (secretly off course). I downloaded the free app for fear he would notice the purchase on our bill. Never did I think I would be hooked. Unfortunately, it did not take long before I had trouble putting down my device while playing. Secretly, I would play the game with the sound off, trying to hide my iPad. Then, one evening, he caught me! I was so engrossed in the game, I did not notice him standing behind me chuckling. My secret was out. I tucked my tail between my legs… bowed my head down… threw up my white flag… and then smiled. Now, I could purchase the other versions which were not free! Suggestion… if you have not yet played Angry Birds, and don’t want a fun distraction in your life, don’t play it!