The Nerd's Wife

2013 Chevrolet Traverse: The Perfect Road Trip Vehicle

Thursday, May 23, 2013 / By Arena Blake

When I found out that SoFabCon was in Bentonville, Arkansas, I thought it would be fun to get a group of my blogging friends together for a road trip there. We reached out to Chevrolet to see if they’d consider sponsoring our trip, and they gracious agreed to provide a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse to take us there in style.

Last December, I had the chance to test drive a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, and I currently drive a 2008 Equinox, so I was excited to try out the Traverse. The Equinox is a great vehicle, but with seating room for only 5, I’ve often thought it’d be nice to have something larger.

Categories: Living

#SoFabCon 2013: How Collective Bias Gets “It”

Thursday, May 23, 2013 / By Arena Blake

I’ve had the opportunity to attend several blog conferences this year. Blog conferences are a great way to network with other bloggers and brands, and learn some tips and tricks to improve this little part of the web.

A few weeks ago, I had the chance to attend SoFabCon in Bentonville, Arkansas, a conference organized by Collective Bias. You may recognize Collective Bias as a company that I partner with often — in my experience, they have been the company most interested in providing quality opportunities for bloggers with competitive pay. I was excited for the chance to learn more about Collective Bias, meet some of the employees that I’ve come to know and love online, and, basically, figure out what I could do to better my relationship with them.

Categories: Blogging

Thank You to the #Brandcation DESTINation Sponsors!

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 / By Arena Blake

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While it may have looked like I just spend a weekend playing in the sun and sand during my Destin resorts vacation, I actually was there to learn from and connect with other bloggers and brands. That’s what #Brandcation is all about!

Upon our arrival at the Emerald Grande, I got to meet the ladies I would come to know and love over the next few days. We sat down together to talk about the sponsors that made this trip possible, and receive some products to test during our trip.

I wanted to take a moment to thank these sponsors — without whom this trip wouldn’t have been possible — and to highlight a few of the products that I really enjoyed.

Categories: Blogging

Verizon Wireless Toy Accessories #VZWVoices

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 / By Arena Blake

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As a Verizon Wireless Ambassador, I’ve gotten the chance to test several of Verizon’s coolest smartphones and devices. But I’m quickly learning that Verizon Wireless is more than just a cell phone company.

Last week, I shared My Top 5 Smart Wireless Accessories and gave you a sneak peak at just a few of the cool things they offer to compliment your smart device. Many of the items on that list were things you’d expect — a waterproof iPhone case, a wireless charger, even a pedometer that integrates with your smartphone.

But did you know that Verizon Wireless offers toys that integrate with your smart device?

Categories: Technology

Southwestern Avocado Burger with Tillamook Cheese

Tuesday, May 21, 2013 / By Arena Blake

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Last year, I had my first taste of Tillamook Cheese when they contacted me and asked me to create a recipe with one of their products. I had so much fun creating that Queso Blanco recipe. So when they contacted me again to create another recipe — this time for National Burger Month!

Categories: Recipes