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2011 Preview: The Sak & Elliott Lucca

By Caryn ~ August 24, 2010 Comments

While we were in New York, I decided to schedule some early morning meetings with some of the PR representatives I’ve worked with over the past three years. One of days, I headed over to The Sak Brand Group Showroom (which just so happens to be right across the street from the Empire State Building) [...]

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Fashion to Figure *Giveaway*

By Caryn ~ September 1, 2010 3 Comments

When I delivered my son, I never dropped down to the size and weight I was before becoming pregnant. I have clothes in my closet I have not let go of, in hopes of one day fitting into them. Because I’m in between sizes, I struggle with shopping as a woman and a mom for [...]

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Everything Green

Back to School With SIGG

By Caryn ~ August 25, 2010 Comments

Earlier this morning, I participated in a web chat with Michelle Conlin and several “green” bloggers to discuss her film project entitled No Impact Man. I have an entire post dedicated to the project, but it definitely had me thinking about what MORE I can do to reduce my carbon footprint. It seems simple enough… [...]

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Organic Baby Clothing

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Summer of Toys: Moon Dough

By Caryn ~ August 29, 2010 1 Comment

On those days, when we’re not out at Disneyland or splashing in our community pool, I try to offer my son diverse learning and play experiences. Apart from coloring, baking, and pretend play, my son really enjoys play dough. Conventional dough dries out when left out and can get stuck in carpets and such. Thanks [...]

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Orange County

The Juice On the OC Foodie Fest

By Caryn ~ August 25, 2010 Comments

My husband and I are total foodies. Very often we’ll opt for ethnic cuisine when we go out because it’s not something we cook at home on a regular basis. It seems a bit ironic to use “foodie” in the same sentence as “food truck.” But this Saturday, the OC Foodie Fest is bringing 50 [...]

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Summer of Toys: Moon Dough

By Caryn ~ August 29, 2010 1 Comment

How to Choose a Baby Photographer

By Caryn ~ August 27, 2010 Comments

Up until a few weeks ago, my husband and I left our child’s photos to the pros at our local department store. We never really bothered to browse local photographers although in retrospect, we should have. Photography is very personal, and finding that person who will capture you story can be challenging. Babyphotographers.com is an [...]

Back to School With Lands’ End

By Caryn ~ August 27, 2010 Comments

I dreaded wearing that navy skirt, white shirt, and black and white saddle shoes as an elementary school child. And yet, as a mom, I actually like the idea of not having to worry much about my childrens’ school attire. If your child attends a school that mandates uniforms, check out Lands’ End’s Back to [...]

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Fashion to Figure *Giveaway*

By Caryn ~ September 1, 2010 3 Comments

Fashionably Functional Essentials From Jockey *Giveaway*

By Caryn ~ August 30, 2010 87 Comments

I find it interesting that I spend quite a bit of time researching and shopping for outerwear and nearly no time whatsoever on what I wear underneath. Jockey, a company specializing in underwear, activewear, shapewear, is committed to “quality, comfort, fashion and innovation.” Spring and Fall are the two seasons I go through all of [...]

How To Pack a Waste-Free Lunch *Giveaway*

By Caryn ~ August 24, 2010 75 Comments

A couple of weeks ago, I received a phone call from a little production called The Today Show! They wanted to interview me for an online segment detailing my top three tips for health, fitness and being green. What ensued was a conversation that unfolded about going green this school year. I can’t honestly tell [...]

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Back to School With SIGG

By Caryn ~ August 25, 2010 Comments

How To Pack a Waste-Free Lunch *Giveaway*

By Caryn ~ August 24, 2010 75 Comments

Eco-Friendly Relaxation *Giveaway*

By Caryn ~ July 30, 2010 44 Comments

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Sharon. Congrats! I don’t get enough facials…or massages…or pedicures…or baths. As a working mom, I tend to go, go, go in an effort to take care of everyone but myself. About a week ago, I had the perfect excuse to take a nice [...]

Eco-Friendly Modular Flooring

By Caryn ~ July 23, 2010 4 Comments

When my husband and I moved into our home, we had a lot of work to do. It was a foreclosure and had not been occupied for a long time. While it definitely could have been much worse, we did have to do a deep clean, paint it from top to bottom, and install new [...]

Rockin Mama's Personal Reflections

How Flowers Can Transform Your Cake (Part 1)

By Caryn ~ August 30, 2010 3 Comments

I always look at store-bought cakes with their intricate designs and wonder how much training and practice it takes to achieve such artistry. Last month, we celebrated my son’s third birthday, and I set out to make and decorate his cake for the first time. Given the fact that it was my first second attempt [...]

Back to School With Marshalls & T.J. Maxx

By Caryn ~ August 25, 2010 Comments

I try very hard not to pay full price for most things. I research and price compare, use coupons and shop off price retailers. If you’re not familiar with off price retailers, let me fill you in! At sister stores Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, and A. J. Wright, you’ll find much of the same merchandise you’d [...]

The Juice On the OC Foodie Fest

By Caryn ~ August 25, 2010 Comments

The Juice On Walking With Dinosaurs

By Caryn ~ August 24, 2010 Comments

Last week, my 3 year old son and I had a heart-to-heart…it went something like this. Me: Do you remember when we went to the museum in New York City and saw the dinosaurs? Toddler: Yeah… Me: Were you scared of the dinosaurs? Toddler: Um…yeah… I then proceed to show him this clip. Toddler: I’m [...]