How to use technology to support our troops on Memorial Day (and any day)
As much as we’re excited to celebrate Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer with a little beach and barbeque, we want to be sure to acknowledge the members of our military who, along with their families, have sacrificed so much for our freedom and are...
Thank a Teacher sends a free thank you note to your favorite teacher for Teacher Appreciation Day
With today being Teacher Appreciation Day (and the whole week being Teacher Appreciation Week), I’ve been trying to figure out how to properly express my gratitude to all the wonderful teachers in my life–both my own growing up, as well as those teaching...
UNICEF Tap Project puts your smartphone to work for good when you’re not using it all. Brilliant.
I’ll admit that I’ve grown quite attached to my phone and all that I can do with it, but thanks to the UNICEF Tap Project, my phone can do some real good while I’m otherwise occupied (or waiting for new Candy Crush lives). Through March 31, UNICEF...
A really great excuse to shop at IKEA, as if we needed one
This light bulb might not look like it’s all that special, but it really, really is. Because now until March 29, IKEA will donate $1 from the sale of each one of their LED light bulbs to light up refugee camps worldwide. I have such tremendous respect for...
Last-minute donations made easy with tech
If you’re like us, you’re on a tech organization rampage right now, like backing up data, organizing digital photos, and getting rid of those cord tangles once and for all. Or at least until February. But before you close the curtain on 2013, might we...
The Solar Schools Project: How you can help our schools without even selling gift wrap.
Growing up in the midwest, our neighbors had two solar panels on their roof. I always thought that was so cool. Now panels are popping up in my neighborhood, and it’s still just as cool to me. I would love to see even more solar energy sources, especially since...
The Feedie app helps you feed the hungry while feeding yourself
If you’re the type who uses your Instagram and Facebook accounts to share photos of delicious meals that you’ve enjoyed at fab restaurants, now you can use new iPhone app Feedie to post your food photos and do more good than just making your friends...
Using technology to support our troops on Memorial Day
As a military spouse, I’ve had first hand experience with military charities, especially when my husband was deployed. Thanks to technology, it’s easy to give back. All it takes is a simple click to donate to these worthy causes in honor of Memorial Day....
Simple ways to use tech tech to help the Oklahoma tornado victims
If you’re like us, then your Facebook feeds and Twitter streams were suddenly filled with news links and hashtags about the Oklahoma tornadoes yesterday. As we send our deepest thoughts to the families that have been affected, we wanted to share simple ways that...
Techies support the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing
After the Boston Marathon bombing yesterday, I felt completely helpless and wanting to do something for the many families who were affected by the tragedy. I’m glad to see there’s now a way to offer support, thanks to an amazing tech community. The Tech...
Stopping texting and driving with a simple pledge: “It can wait.”
Those AT&T commercials that feature kids who have suffered from car accidents as a result of texting while driving literally bring me to tears. I know I’m not alone. To think that one single split second or word in this case can change everything is just too...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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