This blog has changed and grown and morphed as I have grown and changed and more change is coming. I like change, usually. Change often means growth and new opportunities. During the next month you will see some changes around here. My header is getting an update to include the new name of this blog “MomMaven’s News, Views and Reviews” I think it better encompasses what this site has become. More about reviews, giveaways, family entertainment and I need a place to share my views on things going on in the world so that will have a home here too. I’ll also be changing the look of this blog, it needs a makeover

My travel posts, except for personal travel are moving to my new site TheMomMavenTravels.com. This site is still in its infancy but I would truly appreciate you stopping by and checking it out. Right now it mostly covers Florida travel info but I am working on branching out across the US and hopefully around the world.

I have also just purchased another domain, which I’m not going to share with you quite yet. I get lots of good pitches about products and services that aren’t a great fit for my family personally so I don’t cover them. I know that not all families have 2 teenage boys so I am adding a site that will include more items for families with kids of all ages. My hope is to expand it and bring on a few additional writers-in the future and cover all aspects of life with kids.

I am excited about what the future holds and I’m glad you’re with me on this journey!

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Anyway, I had a great time at the Tampa SmartMoms Solutions Roadshow. It was great to catch up with old friends like Connie of BrainFoggles, Stefanie of Mommy Musings, Daisy of Dr Mommy Chronicles, Tracey of Suburban Diva and of course, Maria Bailey of Mom Talk Radio. It was also great to meet some people in real life that I have only tweeted with up til now like Monica from My 3 Crazy Monkeys, Heather from Frugal Southern Living and Saph from Frugal Wife Blog. I love networking with other moms so today was a much needed respite of mom time for me.

Included in the mom time was learning time. Maria Bailey shared with us information on lots of great mom inspired products and companies such as LikeWear, BioGaia, ZippityDoo’s and more!

Daisy Sutherland aka DrMommy spoke to us about following your passion, helping others and creating products or services that help you support your family.

I learned a lot and received some awesome product information and samples and over the next few weeks I’ll be sharing them with you via reviews and giveaways!

If you hear that a SmartMoms Solution Roadshow is coming to your area, make a point to attend. It is a very fun and informative event.

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During this free two-hour event, hosted by my friend Maria Bailey, they’ll be showcasing products and brands that are designed with Moms in mind! From an innovative green cleaning device to health and wellness solutions for the whole family, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in interactive demonstrations and touch and feel the products for yourself. And since prizes always liven up any party, you’ll have the chance to win great items to take home!

In addition to hearing from brands across the country, you’ll also take away advice and insights from a local mom expert presentation. You can be sure there will be plenty of time left over for my favorite activities networking and socializing!

May 13, 2010
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
The Ramada Tampa Westshore Inn & Conference Center
1200 North Westshore Blvd
Tampa, FL 33607

I hope you’ll join me as I host the SmartMom Solutions Roadshow! To RSVP email Melanie at myerman@bsmmedia.com and let her know you heard about it from The Mom Maven. Also, let me know you are coming by leaving me a comment on this post! I want to make sure I meet you in real life!

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