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RIDEMAKERZ Launches Cars 2 Line
Published on Thursday, May 19, 2011 by caryn My nearly four year old son is a tad bit attached to his cars. Not only does he carry at least one in his pocket on school days, you'll find one or two on his pillow at bedtime. Children, particularly little boys, are fascinated with cars. And not just play cars...my son frequently asks my husband if he can "drive" daddy's "big" car. He's a typical boy in this w... Read More » -
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My Perfect Sandwich
Published on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 by caryn Over the last month, I've been sharing some of the amazing sandwich recipes Bobby Flay has created specifically for Hellmann's. 2011 is all about the perfect sandwich and I thought it was time to tap into my own creativity to come up with what I think is the perfect sandwich. In my opinion, the choice of bread can make or break a sandwich, so it's rare for me to ch... Read More » -
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Disney and Nordstrom Launch it’s a smal...
Published on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 by caryn As a little girl growing up in LA, I have many fond memories of our family trips to Disneyland. I can remember the excitement of riding Space Mountain with my father, and the wonder as we sailed through the different countries on 'it's a small world.' This year marks the 45th anniversary of 'it's a small world' at the Disneyland Resort and in celebration of this ... Read More » -
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Keeping You Connected and Hands-Free With Mot...
Published on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 by caryn A few years back, California instituted a hands-free law which makes it illegal to use a handheld cellular phone while driving. While bluetooth devices existed prior to this law, I'm not certain they received as much attention as they do these days. I remember using an older bluetooth device that had to be plugged into a phone. Companies began to take a look at th... Read More » -
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Getting My Dance On! *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, May 16, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Miranda W. and Sabine. B. Congrats! Do you ever get bored with exercise? I do! And if I'm not bored, I'm tired...or busy. Too often exercise takes a back seat, despite the fact that it's vital for physical health and emotional wellness. I'm a firm believer in changing up your exercise routine... Read More » -
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Bobby Flay’s Turkey Reuben
Published on Monday, May 16, 2011 by caryn When the weather warms up, I find myself looking for simple meal ideas that don't involve a lot of time in a hot kitchen. Grilled sandwiches offer the warmth of a hot meal without the time and hassle of using the oven. This particular Reuben sandwich, with inspiration from The Big Apple, includes Bobby Flay's Thousand Island Coleslaw and can be prepped and c... Read More » -
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Cascade’s 24 Hour Challenge!
Published on Monday, May 16, 2011 by caryn Jackie, Elisabeth, Owen's Mom, Tiffany, and Vicki W. will all be receiving trial packs. Yay! Do you ever doubt your dishwasher? I do. The eco side of me says to take all of those dirty dishes, no matter how many days they've been sitting there, and load them up without turning the water on. The germ-a-phobe side of me insists on rinsing...even scrubbing t... Read More » -
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Just a Spoonful of Sugar…Mary Poppins T...
Published on Sunday, May 15, 2011 by caryn Disney is all about bringing the magic to life and it seemed natural to adapt P. L. Travers' children's books about a magical English nanny into a musical film. Even more brilliant was bringing the story to life on-stage. Mary Poppins, the stage musical, first performed on Broadway in 2006 and is still performing for sold out audiences today. But you don't ... Read More » -
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Putting Dyson’s Digital Slim Vacuum To ...
Published on Sunday, May 15, 2011 by caryn Having children means coming to terms with their little messes. Whether it's my daughter throwing her Cheerios all over the living room, or my son emptying his sand-filled shoes on our floors, there is never a dull moment when it comes to domestics! Thankfully, Dyson's Digital Slim Vacuum is versatile enough to handle these not so teeny messes. Check out how we'... Read More » -
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Simple, Affordable Meal Solutions From Publix...
Published on Saturday, May 14, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Tracie T. Congrats! This week, we make our annual trip out to the Southeast to visit my husband's family! This week also happens to be BlogHer Food, which I will be attending for the very first time. Our visits typically include a trip to the local grocery store to stock up on essentials. Publix,... Read More » -
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Dispelling Common Myths Surrounding Food Alle...
Published on Saturday, May 14, 2011 by caryn If you or someone you know suffers from food allergies, you likely know that this week was Food Allergy Awareness Week. I'm not certain if food allergies are becoming more prevalent or we're getting better at identifying them, but I definitely think that there is still much to be done in the way of awareness and education. [caption id="attachment_24046" alig... Read More » -
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Get Local: Take a Ride on a Duffy Boat *Givea...
Published on Friday, May 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jennai. Congrats!! One of the best things about living in Southern California (apart from the weather) is our proximity to water. Before my husband and I had children, we made regular visits to our local beaches. These days it's a bit more challenging, particularly when combining sand, waves, and... Read More » -
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I Am Number Four *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, May 12, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are RussR, Justine, and Renee C. Congrats! It's rare that I actually get to see a movie that isn't animated! During my visit to Hollywood earlier this year, Disney offered us an opportunity to screen I Am Number Four, an action-packed suspense thriller based on a science fiction novel with the same... Read More » -
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Sleep Smarter…Cooler…Better…...
Published on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 by caryn Mother's Day was less than one week ago, and do you know what I asked my husband for? Flowers? Chocolate? Shoes? No! All I asked for was a little time to myself and a full night of uninterrupted sleep. And having spoken to several of my mom friends, they would agree that lack of time and lack of sleep are the two biggest challenges of motherhood. Ve... Read More » -
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Gnomeo & Juliet…A Modern Day Roman...
Published on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Sarah Coulsey, D Schmidt, and Lisa. Congrats!! One of our favorite Disney movies combines classic Shakespeare, comedy, the music of Elton John, and adorable garden gnomes, in a story that transcends time. Gnomeo & Juliet, which stars the voice talents of James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Patrick S... Read More » -
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Fighting Hunger In Orange County
Published on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 by caryn When I think about the city we live in, the words family-friendly and affluence come to mind. Never would I have guessed that one in five OC residents are at risk of hunger...or that nearly 100,00 seniors in the county worry about where their next meal will come from...or that 44% (nearly half) of public school children rely on the Free & ... Read More » -
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Getting In Touch With My Inner Foodie!
Published on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 by caryn Perhaps you've noticed how much I've been talking about food lately! My husband and I are total foodies. We compliment each other nicely in that he is the "chef" and I am the "baker" in our household. While I don't originate my own recipes, my husband has and does. He has created everything from Japanese Teppan to French Fondue. In order to get in touch with ... Read More » -
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Vote For Your Favorite Finalist in the Spotle...
Published on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 by caryn I spend a good part of each day cleaning up messes. Crumbs and crayons are just some of the messes I've cleaned up in the last few days! Ironically, there are just a few times during the early years when messiness is welcomed...even encouraged. Both of my children's first birthdays involved lots of crumbs and frosting (and I'm not talking about on the cake). It... Read More » -
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Totsy’s Spring Bonanza Twitter Party
Published on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 by caryn Tomorrow, Totsy will host another Twitter party with Betty Confidential. The Spring Bonanza will feature the following brands: E.V.A. – Hair Dryer Cutie Pie Kids – Sunglasses, Guitar Backpack Chit-Chat – Plush Blanket Limeapple – Zip-up hoodie Project Kool – Eco-friendly Tie-dye tote Absorba Join Totsy on the 11th from 9 pm EST to 10 ... Read More » -
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The Ins and Outs of Dyson’s Digital Sli...
Published on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 by caryn While I can't say that there are a lot of household chores I enjoy, vacuuming is one I actually don't mind. There is something about a clean floor that just makes the entire house feel cleaner. [caption id="attachment_23976" align="alignright" width="225" caption="Photo Credit: Dyson"][/caption] We live in a two story house with carpet upstairs and tile/lamina... Read More »
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