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I was looking for something on Google and came across this beauty. Take a look at this ridiculously bad cardigan sweater. Those are storks and babies. If someone approached my children wearing this insane sweater I would immediately call the cops.

Someone is trying to sell this thing for $35!!! Are you joking? The sad part is someone will think this is the greatest sweater ever and think they got the bargain of a lifetime! Only $35? Ooooh! Lemme login to my Snipe account….

What a wonderful gift idea for any little girl! Inspired by vintage clothespin and peg dollies, these Posy Pendants can be customized to look just like your child. From the skin color, to the dress color, to the hair color and even the letter on her teeny-tiny little necklace charm – you can choose it all! The delicate details are all hand-painted in non-toxic paints. A special word of inspiration graces each necklace charm. Perfect for children age 3+. Check them out at Hip & Little. Dolls retail for $18.

Whether you’re headed to grandma’s house or on a big adventure, your little one will enjoy carrying his or her own weight. This perfectly petite Timi & Leslie Le Petit Voyage suitcase is made especially for little hands and big imaginations. It features a removable shoulder strap, waterproof lining, bottle tote, stroller straps, changing pad, wristlet and easy-access key FOB. Not to mention a lively circus print. On sale for $115 at Bella Blu Maternity.

Back in the day, like twenty years ago, I understood soap opera addiction. My mom had her “soaps” and my grandmother had hers, and they both followed them religiously. Watching soap operas was just something women did. I recall staying home from school with the flu and watching soap operas for days on end. A typical sick day began with The Young and The Restless – the Victor and Nikki days. Then the Bold and The Beautiful was on for about a half hour – Ridge and his huge ears. Then it was As The World Turns and then Guiding Light.

Even as a kid, some things never made sense. Why were rich people were wearing formal attire 24/7? Because that was the only way viewers would know they were rich? Nobody ever spent more than 5 minutes at work. Children went from being cute little toddlers to bipolar teens within 3 weeks.

I haven’t watched soap operas in about ten years. Well, until last week.

I was somewhere waiting for something last week, and the soaps were on television. I watched for about 10 minutes and could not even believe the absurdity. Within the first few minutes I heard a tearful plea, “if you leave me, I’ll hook up with Johnny.” I heard a handsome doctor use the words, “brain scan.” And my favorite was some nerdy girl ranting about her “proclamation” to “The Jackal.” I was completely dumbfounded! Millions of viewers still watch this?!?

The scripts and the acting are beyond horrible. The actors all look exactly the same. There are a million storylines going on at once. The dying heartthrob who has been cheating on his wife with her secret twin stole a baby from a crazy lady who is actually his mother’s father’s cousin, but in alien form.

Everyone knows soap operas, while ridiculously cheesy, have some of the most loyal fans around. Soap Opera Digest and Soap Central are certainly not hurting for viewers. Are you a fan? If so, drop me a comment and let me know why. Is it because you’ve been watching forever and you can’t let go or is it because you just really enjoy them? Do tell!

I indulge in bad TV too, so I’m certainly not passing judgment. With so much great bad TV to choose from, I’m just wondering why soaps are still so hot.

I happened to overhear a conversation today about shoes. After hearing the words “heels,” “pumps” and “great prices,” my “hearing” became blatant “eavesdropping.” So these two gals were chatting away about all of the great shoes at Overstock.com. I was surprised because I didn’t know they sold shoes. I’ve actually never shopped there, but tonight I surfed the site a bit and they do, in fact, have some cool shoes. Props to Overstock.

Since the economy is pure crapola, I’ve decided to hightight a few of my favorites under $100. Think about it this way…if you’re eye-balling a pair of $600 pumps, you might just be able to get 6 equally cute pair for the same price. When it comes to shoes, maybe quantity outweighs quality? I’ll let you decide.

Tyler Woo Red Leather Slingbacks
$69
Gabriella Rocha Black Pump
$51

Jessica Simpson “Lonna” Pump
$57

Nine West Tutti Tribe Gold
$51

Chinese Laundry Patchwork Pumps
$85

So there you have it! Based on the selection, it looks like they have a very limited number of these shoes. If you see something you like, you need to act fast. They do carry high-end brands like Roberto Cavalli, Sergio Rossi, Prada and Giuseppe Zanotti. They’re probably a few seasons old, but if that’s okay with you – well, who cares! Just another fix for your never-ending shoes fetish. You’re welcome.

I constantly find adorable treats on Etsy and these fuzzy & fun hair clippies just make me melt! What a great Easter outfit accessory for your little girls.

Handmade Fuzzy Bunny and Carrot hair bow clippes. Need I say more? White marabou bunny with pink accents and a sweet little face, coupled with orange & green carrot set on high quality alligator clips. All ends have been sealed to prevent fraying. $5.50. Shop LittleDivasBoutique to get yours while they last!

Grocery shopping gotcha down? Well, turn that frown around in an eco-friendly kinda way. Call it “grocery shopping nirvana” at its best. A reusable grocery bag system that does the thinking for you.  All you have to do is…well, shop! Easy peasy, lemon squeezy.

This is the gro-pak™ from BlueAvocado and it will revolutionize the way you shop for good. From large multi-use bags to tidy totes to ventilated grocery bags, this system has everything you need to be smart, safe and oh-so-stylish in the process.

Think of it as the new “pod” you haven’t heard of yet, but you’ll love it just as much as those other pods you’ve come to cherish.  See, these reusable bags bags fold into themselves, creating handy dandy little pods you can transport with ease. I’ve used them myself and they are just amazing. Check out the library of kits to find the perfect one for your shopping lifestyle.  Remember, these eco-kits replace 6-15 plastic bags per trip.

Aside from the fabulous products, the company itself was founded by an equal amount of fabulocity.  A couple of momprenuers and a hip little green maven decided right, convenient and cute should be easy to do, especially if you’re new to the green life.

Recently featured in one of my favorite magazines, Real Simple, and also mentioned in Daily Candy, BlueAvocado is a name you should know. What are you waiting for? Go shopping!

If you’re looking for a walker without lots of buzzing, dinging, ringing and batteries, this might the one for you. What a fun & safe way for your baby to build gross motor skills and improve balance. The WoodPecker Walker from Plan Toys features two wooden birdies that peck when the walker moves. It’s beautifully crafted and has no sharp edges. Your child will love the click-clack sound. Retails for $72 at BabyEarth.