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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Shabby Apple
Published on Monday, November 30, 2009 by caryn Thirty-four weeks! (breathes sigh of relief). This is the point in my pregnancy that I look forward to, because I know our baby girl would be ok if she were born this week (but we're praying that she stays cooking a few more weeks). This is also the point in my pregnancy where I am a. uncomfortable most of the time and b. desperately searching for something...anyt... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Back to Basics Toys
Published on Monday, November 30, 2009 by caryn Have you ever heard someone say, "They don't make them like they used to"? That phrase always makes me giggle! And I know one day I'll probably be saying that too about something. But there really are some things that either you can't find anymore or just aren't made the same (and of course my brain is struggling to come up with an example and it's failed me!). ... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Mabel’s Label...
Published on Monday, November 30, 2009 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by! Congrats to Amber V! Yesterday we spent the day at the park with another couple and their kids, playing, catching up, and taking pictures of each other. Some years we have professional pictures taken (and we may still do that this year) but because it's almost December, we figured that time is definitely getting ... Read More » -
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It’s Cyber Monday…Are you Shoppin...
Published on Monday, November 30, 2009 by caryn I'm sitting here, in my pajamas, searching for the best deals online. I didn't brave the Black Friday crowds for the first time in many years so I'm hoping to find some great sales! Here are some links to some sites I found particularly helpful for finding awesome Cyber Monday Deals: DealTaker CyberMonday.com Squidoo DealWorker FlamingoWorld.com ... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Growing Tree Toys
Published on Sunday, November 29, 2009 by caryn Tomorrow is Cyber Monday...are you ready? Did you brave the Black Friday crowds and score some great deals? I still have much in the way of shopping to do. I find that children are actually incredibly difficult to shop for. Surprising right? Considering the sheer number of toys, games, books, clothes, and electronics on the market today. As a parent, I prefe... Read More » -
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What to Do With Holiday Leftovers
Published on Sunday, November 29, 2009 by caryn I can't believe that Thanksgiving is over! It seems like just the other day my husband was busily brining a 12 pound turkey, me happily making a homemade pumpkin pie. The fabulous thing about having a big meal (and a small family) is that we haven't had to cook much lately. We had a ton of food leftover and have been making turkey sandwiches for lunch. I'm not... Read More » -
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Holiday Baking…The Quick and Easy Versi...
Published on Sunday, November 29, 2009 by caryn There are days when I feel like the hours and minutes are flying by. How did it become December already? And yet, just a few months ago I was so sick I thought it would never end. We had a very small Thanksgiving dinner this year. My amazing husband cooked most of the meal. I mustered up the courage to make the pumpkin pie (which might I add seemed to have t... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Scholastic Books
Published on Sunday, November 29, 2009 by caryn I've always maintained that reading is one of the best things you can do with and for your child. I started when my son was an infant but I could have (and should have) started when I was pregnant with him. That is how strongly I feel about it's importance and effect on children. You've heard people say that the goal is 20 minutes and I believe that is entirely ... Read More » -
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My Favorite Tuna Recipe
Published on Saturday, November 28, 2009 by caryn When I delivered my son two years ago, my husband asked me what I wanted once I was able to eat after the c section. Without question I wanted a tuna sandwich from Islands. For some reason, I just seem to crave tuna when I'm pregnant. But because I have to limit the amount of seafood I consume, I only get to eat it several times a month (when I'm not pregnant I ... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Country Bob’s...
Published on Saturday, November 28, 2009 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Wendy M and Amanda! For about a year, we've been using Country Bob's All Purpose Sauce, primarily on chicken. It's a quick, easy way to prepare all kinds of foods. I am not fond of sauces with a lot of calories, sodium, fat, or cholesterol. Country Bob's All Purpose Sauce is low in all of the above. And it tastes rea... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Ideas Under $30 From RedPlum
Published on Saturday, November 28, 2009 by caryn Last week, crazy as it may sound, I spent an evening in Beverly Hills with some fab bloggers learning more about RedPlum's fabulously frugal gift ideas...all under $30. We obviously need to tighten up our budget with the new baby on the way. And many of you may find that the economy has also forced you to tighten up holiday spending budgets. I have always been a... Read More » -
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The Perfect Pitch…Going Beyond to Estab...
Published on Friday, November 27, 2009 by caryn This is a post I've been wanting to write for a long time. And I do want to start by saying that I, in no way, claim to be an expert on public relations, marketing, or blogging. What I do have experience with, is people. If you've read my bio, then you know I'm an RN. So why is a mom who works in the healthcare industry writing about public relations and mar... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Clementine Art *Giv...
Published on Friday, November 27, 2009 by caryn Thanks for stopping by, this giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Crystal A! During my Back to School series, I introduced you to Clementine Art, an eco-friendly company that offers quality art supplies. My son loves to color, paint, and play with dough, and I like the fact the downtime it gives us. He is a very active two year old who loves to run, ride his sco... Read More » -
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Fab Deals On The Sak and Elliott Lucca
Published on Friday, November 27, 2009 by caryn It's Black Friday, and surprisingly, I haven't been to a single mall, shop, or other retail location. I thought about sending hubby out at 4 am this morning for some deal he probably wasn't going to get and then realized the ridiculousness of how that sounded. The fact that I'm 8 1/2 months pregnant is a huge deterrent this year. So I'm doing all of my shopping ... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Zutano *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, November 26, 2009 by caryn Thanks for stopping by, this giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Carol! When I was younger, my mom and I would go shopping for clothes almost every week. Sometimes it would simply be window shopping...other times we'd buy outfits for school and work. If you can believe it, I find shopping for our son and soon-to-be born baby girl more enjoyable than shopping fo... Read More » -
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Happy Thanksgiving
Published on Thursday, November 26, 2009 by caryn From our family to yours... ... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Sesame Street Neigh...
Published on Thursday, November 26, 2009 by caryn When I look back one year ago, I think of how much my son has developed. His speech, his fine and gross motor skills... He wakes up singing, has gotten much better at riding his scooter, and does things that constantly amaze us. A few weeks ago (ish) my son was playing in his room while I took a quick shower. When I got out I went to his room. He looked up at me... Read More » -
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Coca Cola…All Dressed Up! *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, November 26, 2009 by caryn Thanks for stopping by, this giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Karen, Jennifer, Nadia, Joseph and Sondra! My husband drinks a. lot. of. Coca Cola. As in, he alone could probably keep the company in business. Last week, I had an opportunity to test out their brand new, upscale, aluminum bottles at a swanky rooftop lounge in Los Angeles (if it were daytime, I wou... Read More » -
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Extra Extra!
Published on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 by caryn Image courtesy of Williams-Sonoma Our house has a lovely smell of pumpkin pie, spinach and artichoke dip, and apple-pecan dressing. I am so looking forward to a day of food, family, and fun. Happy Thanksgiving! I wanted to update you on what to expect next week. My favorite posts are those of the personal nature....where I get to express my thoughts and fe... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide 2009: The Chocolate Natio...
Published on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 by caryn I always enjoy receiving chocolate themed gifts. My favorite kind of chocolate is dark, but really, I love all kinds of chocolate (unless it contains nuts which just ruins it for me!). My gift guide is all about gifts I would personally give to friends and/or family members. And I think we can all agree that chocolate is the kind of gift most people would love r... Read More »
