Author Archives: Denise Hudak

So much is happening during the teen years. Here are some gift items that they will not only love, but can also be a part of preparing them for the next step in their lives. Teenagers are still very much into listening to music. However, they usually prefer to drown out the world with headphones.ContinueContinue reading “Top 10 Gifts for High School Kids”

As kids go through the turbulent years of junior high, they are learning who they are. They are also figuring out how to grow up, while still being kids. Here are my top 10 favorites for junior highers that are educational, and fun. Listening to music is a big deal for most kids, and itContinueContinue reading “Top 10 Gifts for Junior High Kids”

As kids go through elementary school, they are learning about friendships and who they are, especially figuring out what their particular interests are. Here are my top 10 favorites for the kids 6-10 that are educational, and fun. Pretend play is HUGE for kids this age. It helps keep them active and stir their imagination.ContinueContinue reading “Top 10 Gifts for Elementary School Kids”

Baby gifts are a start to learning, a part of contact with the adults in their lives, and often functional too. Here are my top 10 favorites for the kids under 1 that are educational, fun, and functional. As travel kicks up, my favorite baby gift is even more in demand. From dinners out toContinueContinue reading “Top 10 Gifts for Babies”

The more efficient we can be in the kitchen, the more time we have with family and friends. So whether you are getting ready to have extra people over or looking for solutions for day-to-day life, here are some of my favorite kitchen organizational tools, many I use in my kitchen daily. A good placeContinueContinue reading “Top 10 Kitchen Organization Ideas”

The more efficient we can be in the kitchen, the more time we have with family and friends. So whether you are getting ready to have extra people over or looking for a gift, here are some of my favorite kitchen appliances, many I use in my kitchen daily, to make meals healthier and easier.ContinueContinue reading “10 Small Kitchen Appliance Ideas to Make Your Life Easier”

As preschoolers grow and prepare to start school, pretend and building toys are what development experts most recommend. Here are my top 10 favorites for this age group that are both educational and fun. Building toys are so good for their little minds and I love this twist on an old favorite! These plastic connectorContinueContinue reading “Top 10 Toys For Preschoolers”

Toddlers are relatively easy to entertain, so when we look for toys, we try to find ones that are both educational and inexpensive. I can always keep an eye out for a deal on a specific toy you are looking for, but hopefully my top 10 will get your wheels turning. These seem so simple,ContinueContinue reading “Top 10 Toys For Toddlers”