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My Daughter's room is often looks like a tornado has hit it.
I pick up the socks, put small game pieces back in their boxes, stack puzzles and books, and put dolls back in their appropriate bins, but within minutes of clean-up, the room will get overturned again.

The other day I was vaccuuming, and I saw a little pink barbie shoe on the floor. I have seen this pink shoe before. I am always picking up these miniscule footwear pieces. I saw it, and then I vacuumed over it on purpose. For a brief moment, my adrenaline surged.
It felt good to rid the floor of the tiny pink heel. Actually, it felt great. I wasn't just ridding the world of a pink shoe, but for me, it was a statement against ALL the small annoying pieces that come with games and doll sets. This was for all moms, everywhere! Down with useless floor-level microscopic plastic pieces! My lower back felt relief instantly. Wow, one less back bend for the day.

Then I felt remorse - would my daughter be looking for this little shoe later?It's been 3 weeks since the pink shoe incident, and she hasn't noticed its disappearance.

Today, I spotted a red shoe on the floor. I'm going in....

Toys Kids Want for Christmas - 2006

Toys Kids Want for Christmas - 2006

This list is hot & fresh off the press! These are the latest toys coming out now, that kids want for Christmas. They all range in price, but one thing is for sure - the list has HOT ITEMS! So, this means that they will most likely sell out fast. Shop early this year, and get the coolest toys for the kids.

Furreal Butterscotch Pony

Want to give your child a pony? Now you can, and you don't even have to clean up after it. Already selling out in the big department stores, Butterscotch promises to be the 'it' toy for little girls across the nation.

The will amaze kids and adults alike with her level of “awareness” and realism. She can move her head up and down, and back and forth, and her eyes open and close. Sensors enable BUTTERSCOTCH to respond and interact with the child. When her mane is brushed, a child will hear contented whinnies. When her ears are tickled, she will turn her head and try to find you. When she gets hungry, she’ll happily “eat” her very own carrot. And, when she’s had enough, she’ll shake her head to let you know she’s full. Petting her muzzle will cause her to sniff! $299

Curious George Mini Cube Puzzle

Oppenheim Best Toy Gold Award Winner! Children will think that playing with this Curious George Mini-Cube Puzzle is a blast! Margret and H.A. Rey?s classic literary character comes to life in this adorable illustration on a Mudpuppy puzzle. Pick up one of these 36 piece puzzles packaged in a unique, cube-shaped stackable box and delight your children today! 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 inches Colorful rope handle Puzzle measures 16 x 16 inches Ages 3 and up. By Mudpuppy Click here to buy.

Princesses - Still Top the List

If you have a daughter, age 2-5, you know that anything Princess still reigns in her heart. There's no stopping this trend! Let your child's imagination soar, as she plays dress-up in her favorite princess costume. Princess Costumes

Kids Pedal Car Sedan - Pretty In Pink

She's all pink and white and chrome and waiting for a princess to pedal off in her. Just like the originals, our pedal car is made of heavy gauge steel and is ready for hours of play.



Standard features include chrome-trimmed windshield, chrome hood ornament, chrome steering wheel and chrome hub caps. Adjustable pedals. Recommended ages 2 to 6 years old. Adult supervision required. 10% off all Pedal Cars, use Coupon Code PEDAL