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A Cars 2 Bedroom Makeover!
Published on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 by caryn Our engines are revving for the release of Cars 2 this coming Friday! On Saturday, I finally get to take my son to see the film (which is absolutely briliant)! You likely know that as attachment parents, our children sleep with us for a time. My son will turn 4 this week, and the time has come (as in many, many months ago) for him to sleep in his own bed. We'... Read More » -
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My Journey Into Social Media
Published on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by caryn Thank you to BING Social Search for sponsoring my post about social media. I was selected for this sponsorship by the Clever Girls Collective, which endorses Blog With Integrity, as I do. [From a conversation I had on an airplane a few weeks ago] Fellow passenger: "Do you live in LA or in Chicago?" Me: "Neither. I actually live in Orange County." "A... Read More » -
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The Soundtrack to Winnie The Pooh *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Debbie, Maria, and Erin. Congrats! "Pay attention to where you are going because without meaning you might get nowhere." — A.A. Milne On July 15th, Walt Disney Animation Studios will release Winnie the Pooh, a film inspired by three stories written by author A.A. Milne. I watched an advanced ... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Out With Voice Rockrz
Published on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by caryn Music is an integral part of our family. My husband sings and I played the piano for many years. Both of my children enjoy music, particularly my daughter who literally dances every time she hears a song (even if it's simply on television). With reality shows like American Idol, many children and young adults enjoy exploring their own musical talent. Awhile bac... Read More » -
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Guest Post: Grill Up Your Summer
Published on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by caryn You've probably heard my wife talk about her love for the kitchen (ahem!). Since I do most of the cooking, I thought I'd share a recipe I tried over the weekend at Smart & Final. Last week, Cattleman's Finest kicked off their Grill Up Your Summer recipe contest with live, in-store demos, tastings, and giveaways at Smart & Final. Cattleman's Finest is th... Read More » -
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Summer Style With Loft and Who What Wear
Published on Monday, June 20, 2011 by caryn I just adore summer. The warmer weather means we can spend more time running, exploring, swimming, and sunning. The beginning of summer also means that it's time to trade the long sweaters and boots in for summer dresses and breezy tops. LOFT and Who What Wear have teamed up to bring you a fantastic Summer Wardrobe Sweepstakes and they are giving away a $1000 LOFT ... Read More » -
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Skin Care Pick of the Week – bareMinera...
Published on Monday, June 20, 2011 by caryn One of my biggest skin care challenges is finding products that are designed for sensitive skin yet effective. I don't mind if a product is mildly scented, as long as it's not overwhelming. With combination skin, I need a group of products that will assist with hydration without causing me to breakout. I'm very careful about the skin care products I try, parti... Read More » -
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Free Entrance Days to National Parks For Grea...
Published on Sunday, June 19, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_24909" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: Grand Canyon NPS"][/caption] In celebration of Great Outdoors Month, I've been featuring tips and ideas for creating memorable outdoor experiences with your family. Even if you are not able to take a camping trip, there are still a ton of unique, exciting activities that c... Read More » -
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Simple Dairy Recipes You Can Make In 30 Minut...
Published on Saturday, June 18, 2011 by caryn As a family, we enjoy spending time outdoors and we're fortunate to live in a city with temperate weather. Since June is Great Outdoors Month, I've been trying to share simple tips and ideas for getting families to spend time together outdoors. [caption id="attachment_24895" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: Bully27"][/caption] ... Read More » -
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S’mores, Camping, and Memory Making
Published on Saturday, June 18, 2011 by caryn With all of this talk about camping and S'mores, you're probably wondering when (or if) we're actually going to take the plunge. The hubby and I have indeed decided to take a camping trip this summer...with two small children...two very, small children. I'm so excited about creating these types of outdoor adventures with our family, and my goal is to provide some sp... Read More » -
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Treat It Forward!
Published on Saturday, June 18, 2011 by caryn I can remember my mom and I walking to the Wendy's on the pier in Redondo Beach after a walk up and down the boardwalk for their smooth, chocolate frozen treat. To this day, I can't stop by a Wendy's without purchasing a Frosty. This Father's Day weekend (June 18th and 19th), Wendy's will donate 50 cents of Frosty purchases to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adopt... Read More » -
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Our Backyard Campout!
Published on Friday, June 17, 2011 by caryn Two weeks ago, I shared some of my favorite ways for getting our children excited about being outdoors. One of my favorite tips was to make the ordinary extraordinary. Playtime in the backyard can become a time of discovery and memory making simply by changing it up a bit. One of my favorite childhood memories involved camping. Most of our camping trips were ... Read More » -
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Accessorizing For Father’s Day
Published on Thursday, June 16, 2011 by caryn Once again, I'm scrambling last minute to find that special gift for my husband. In many ways, he's very practical and would likely be content with whatever he received. Since it's been some time since he invested in his wardrobe, I decided to buy him a few accessories. With $30 to spend, I decided to purchase a belt and a pair of sandals at our local Walmart. ... Read More » -
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Tips On Managing Seasonal Allergies
Published on Thursday, June 16, 2011 by caryn I wrote this post while participating in a blog tour conducted by Clever Girls Collective on behalf of Children's Claritin®. I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program. Achoo! That's me. And my son. We're both sneezing and it's JUNE! Part of the reason why we're still suffering from allergies is the fact that every year, around this t... Read More » -
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In Anticipation of Cars 2… *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, June 16, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Noreen! Every time we pass a Cars 2 billboard, my son asks me if it's time...time to see the movie. Apart from Toy Story 3, I don't think I've seen him this excited about a film. He's been a Cars fan for a long time and you'll typically find Lightning McQueen or Mater in his pocket. This week, I'm in Los A... Read More » -
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How We Ended Up Living In the UK
Published on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 by caryn From time to time, I've shared bits and pieces of our pre-parental travels. But how did we end up moving all the way to Edinburgh, Scotland for almost one year? We had been married approximately 6 months when we decided to take a two week trip to Europe. We were still relishing in the memories of our Tahitian honeymoon and itching to continue traveling. While I... Read More » -
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Pure Blu Spa = Pure Bliss!
Published on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 by caryn Over the weekend, the hubby gave me an entire day to myself...an entire day to myself (it was worth repeating). There aren't many breaks with two small children in the house, and I was extremely grateful to him and to Moms LA for organizing a peaceful, relaxing spa day at the Newport Beach Marriott. The contemporary hotel, which is located just minutes from the b... Read More » -
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How Will You Shower the Mom-To-Be? *Giveaway...
Published on Monday, June 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Alisha L. A huge congrats to her! I still remember that day when I walked waddled into the church auditorium at 34 weeks, greeted by my closest friends and family. That day meant more to me than anyone will ever truly understand. Rewind to 17 weeks when I was placed on bedrest for a threatened mis... Read More » -
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Eco Pick of the Week: CamelBak Groove *Giveaw...
Published on Monday, June 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Zoe! Congrats! Several years ago, I made the decision to stop purchasing bottled water. Not only is the plastic harmful to our environment, the water has not been proven to be any safer than tap water (Environmental Working Group). At home, we use a water pitcher that contains a filter, so that we... Read More » -
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Father’s Day Giveaway From Kiehl’...
Published on Monday, June 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Melanie B. Congrats and Happy Father's Day! Last week, I introduced you to Kiehl's Since 1851 which offers skin, hair, and body care products for men. With their simple, but attractive (and recyclable) packaging and unique formulations which include botanical extracts, the company offers products ... Read More »
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