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Cavalia!
Published on Monday, January 17, 2011 by caryn My husband and I thoroughly enjoy the arts and hope to instill an appreciation within our children. We've attended several performances of Cirque du Soleil, live musicals on Broadway, an opera in Paris, and a Shakespearean theatre production in England. We've also exposed our children to ballet, live production, and musicals. This week, the three of us will sit... Read More » -
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New Year, New You: Simple Steps That Make A B...
Published on Monday, January 17, 2011 by caryn One of the changes we've made over the years is to eat healthier. But what exactly does that mean? In our house, we limit consumption of processed foods, and opt for more natural foods like lean meats and fish, fruits and vegetables, and whole grains. We limit our intake of sodium, sugar, fats, preservatives and artificial ingredients. Do we eat sweets and drink s... Read More » -
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Resolve to Be Ready in 2011 *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, January 17, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Kim M. Congrats! I love living in Southern California. We have amazing weather and no shortage of things to keep us entertained. We live in a quiet, family-friendly community where the people are genuine and the focus is on children. And while I couldn't imagine living anywhere else, there is always t... Read More » -
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Win a Whirlpool Duet From Sears!
Published on Monday, January 17, 2011 by caryn Laundry...it is literally a part of my daily life. With two small children in the house, I have to stay on top of it or it gets out of control. And who really wants to spend an entire day sorting, washing, drying, folding and putting away laundry? Since the amount of clothing we go through isn't going to change anytime soon, I have to be really efficient about the ... Read More » -
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Souplantation Unveils It’s New Dining C...
Published on Sunday, January 16, 2011 by caryn While their is no shortage of fast food restaurants in the US, finding a healthy, on-the-go meal is a bit more challenging. And with many of us short on time, particularly during the lunch hour, Garden Fresh Restaurant Corporation (who's buffet-style restaurants include Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes) recognized the need for a healthy, quick-serve meal option.... Read More » -
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What Is Your View On Weight Loss?
Published on Sunday, January 16, 2011 by caryn It's been three and a half years since I had my son (13 months since I had my daughter) and I'm 10 pounds from my pre-pregnancy weight (as in, before my son was born). Like most women post-baby, it's been difficult. I went from eating everything I wanted during pregnancy to eating everything I wanted while I was nursing my children. Even at a year, I still find ... Read More » -
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Follow the Stories of Chuggington At Home *Gi...
Published on Saturday, January 15, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Marci. Congrats. This year, Chuggington, the popular preschool show on Playhouse Disney, is launching new ways for children to bring the characters home. Along with their play sets and games, they've launched a series of books based on the show in partnership with Scholastic. New books always ... Read More » -
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Destination Hershey!
Published on Friday, January 14, 2011 by caryn As a child, vacations staycations were integral to our family. I can remember many weekends spent in Malibu, strolling the shoreline, shopping, and fishing (indeed!). Apart from our trips to New York to visit family, I hadn't taken many trips across the country until I was an adult. I dreamed of Europe and the tropics...set my sights on historic DC and snowy Col... Read More » -
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Win a Disney Vacation From Snapfish!
Published on Friday, January 14, 2011 by caryn I haven't formally announced it yet, but in March, I will be heading to Orlando for my very first visit to Walt Disney World Resort! In December, I submitted my registration to attend Social Media Moms Celebration at the Walt Disney World Resort and I was approved. So this SoCal gal who grew up going to Disneyland from the age of 2 will finally head to the other sid... Read More » -
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Sneak Peak: Dinosaur Train’s Latest Epi...
Published on Thursday, January 13, 2011 by caryn On Monday January 17th, PBS Kids will air a brand new episode of Dinosaur Train. The popular show "follows Buddy and his adoptive family of Pteranodons on whimsical adventures through prehistoric jungles, swamps, volcanoes and oceans." My son enjoys the show because he's somewhat fascinated by dinosaurs. I like the show because it teaches him about science, natur... Read More » -
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Underwater Parks Day
Published on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 by caryn It's going to be a beautiful weekend in Southern California and spending a day at the aquarium seems like a fun and educational option. This Saturday, Sea Life Aquarium presents it's third annual Underwater Parks Day, where children will learn about Marine Protected Areas through hands-on activities, such as a personalized habitat build, a Happy Habitat Mural and a C... Read More » -
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Happy Birthday Elmo! *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. The winners are Brandy and Maria. Congrats! Children are naturally curious about their bodies. My son is getting to the age where he wants to know why and how things work. A little over a year ago, we experienced The Body in Los Angeles. The exhibit, presented by Sesame Street will return to Southern California on January 29th. ... Read More » -
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New Year, New You: Fitness Tips From a Celebr...
Published on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Teri. Congrats. Every year, I vow to be more active. The American Heart Association recommends that adults participate in 3o minutes of physical activity a day and while this is a feasible recommendation, I struggle with consistency. I'm hoping that two hours with a celebrity trainer might get me re... Read More » -
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New Year, Healthier Home *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Cori. Congrats! I've suffered from chronic allergies since childhood and it looks like it might be genetic, given my son's multiple environmental and food allergies. While spring and fall are definitely the most troublesome, sniffling and sneezing are rather common occurrences in our household...whi... Read More » -
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Savvy Tips for Traveling With Kids
Published on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 by caryn Before my husband and I had children, we spent almost a year working and traveling in Europe. But that wasn't our first overseas trip. We honeymooned in Tahiti and cruised to Mexico. We've also traveled through several US states. Having children has definitely changed the types of trips we take, but it hasn't put our travels on hold. Last year, my husband and I co... Read More » -
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Organize in Style With PishPosh Mommy *Giveaw...
Published on Monday, January 10, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Priscilla. Congrats! Just when I reached that point where I could leave the house without a diaper bag, my daughter was born. It's been 3 1/2 years and my designer purse is sitting in my closet gathering dust from lack of use. Fortunately, today's moms have much in the way fashionably functional o... Read More » -
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Parents and Tots Explore and Discover With Ba...
Published on Monday, January 10, 2011 by caryn Most days, you'll find my 3 1/2 year old son, my 1 year old daughter, and I out exploring and discovering the world around us. With an abundance of spacious parks, hands-on museums, and amusement parks, there is definitely no shortage of things to do in Southern California. Because I like to be out and about much of the time, I have to build in some downtime. And,... Read More » -
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Celebrate 50 Year of Dr. Seuss’ Green E...
Published on Saturday, January 8, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to our winner, Kathleen W. I remember reading Dr. Seuss' series of books with my mom as a child (as probably most of you do too). Today I still read those same books to my children. There is something about Dr. Seuss' repetitive rhyming style that is catchy and attractive to young children. If you can believe it, it's bee... Read More » -
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New Year, New You: Dance Your Way To Fitness!
Published on Friday, January 7, 2011 by caryn I danced my way through high school, college, and young adulthood. While I still retain my love for dancing, I gave up late nights out when I started dating my husband (who ironically does not share my love for dance). These days, I get my dance on at home! A little over a year ago, Ubisoft, a leader in the gaming and interactive entertainment industry, release... Read More » -
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The 2011 Nissan Quest
Published on Friday, January 7, 2011 by caryn Image Credit: Nissan. All rights reserved. Don't quote me, but I think 2011 is the year of the minivan. Striving to change the image of the minivan driver, Nissan released it's brand new 2011 Quest. Today's minivan is sleek, luxurious, and powerful. And while I would not have looked twice at a minivan three years ago, I am secretly hoping to adopt a bigger fa... Read More »
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