Awards season is
upon us once again, so I wanted to give some special attention to a few random things that
help get me through the day.
BEST NEW TV SHOW: Catastrophe
This Amazon
Prime comedy about a fling that becomes something more is one of the
funniest and most endearing shows I’ve seen in a while. Rob Delaney and Sharon
Horgan are sweet and sassy as the new couple whose lives are turned upside down
after finding out some life changing news. Warning: Season One is only six
episodes, so don’t be disappointed when it ends too quickly! Luckily, Season
Two premieres in March.
BEST ARTS & CRAFTS
SUPPLIES: Crayola No Drip Paintbrush Pens
I won’t buy
anything that is not washable because WHY?!? These washable, non-toxic paintbrush pens are basically markers with brush tops, but my kids love the unique brushstrokes they can create with them. Their fine tips and bold colors make drawing easy and fun for kids of all ages.
BEST DESSERT: Dole Dippers
If you’re
looking for less guilt to come along with your dessert, these delicious frozen
strawberries, bananas and pineapple, dipped in dark chocolate do the trick.
BEST KIDS SONGS: Free to Be
You and Me
I loved
introducing my boys to this iconic soundtrack from my childhood. Features the
voices of Marlo Thomas, Diana Ross, Mel Brooks, Alan Alda and many more. Great
messages for boys and girls about the importance of staying true to who you are. Bring these
classic songs back!
BEST KIDS SANDAL: Keens
Having gone
through a few brands of sandals by now, I like how these are breathable and
fast drying for beach/pool days but also have good traction and actually stay on your kid’s
feet so you don’t have to worry about them tripping as soon as they start to run off.
BEST DRINK: La Croix
Seltzer
I only have eyes
for the pamplemousse flavor, but this refreshing seltzer also comes in unique
flavors such as mango, passion fruit, orange, peach pear and lime. Sugar,
sodium, calorie and preservative free. I would drink this over diet soda any day.
BEST TOY FOR PRESCHOOLERS:
Leap Frog Scribble and Write
This is the
perfect tool to help preschoolers practice writing their upper and lowercase letters. Once
your child has their letters down, they can graduate to the guessing games.
Portable and easy to use, this is a great educational toy.
BEST NEW CARTOON: PJ Masks
This new Disney
Jr. show is a runaway hit in my house. And in a world that lately seems to be overrun
with ice princesses and light sabers, it’s refreshing to watch Catboy, Gekko
and Owlette go on fun adventures and solve some mysteries along the way. Just
not sure why my kids keep referring to me as Luna Girl…
What do you think deserves an award?
