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Looking and Staying Cool With Jockey *Giveawa...
Published on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Tiffany, SaraLee, and Holly C. Congrats! We're in the midst of summer and over here in Southern California it's been hot! Apart from simply dressing in lighter colors and less clothing (as in skirts and sundresses), I hadn't really thought much about wearing clothing specifically designed to keep ... Read More » -
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Tweeting and Traveling With Totsy
Published on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 by caryn You may remember that Totsy recently held it's first travel sale last month. It was so popular, they're doing it again! This time, they're offering significant discounts on a spa getaway for two to Tuscany and Sedona, Arizona. The private, invite-only shopping site frequently updates sales to include the latest from boutique and designer brands. At present you'... Read More » -
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How Would You Describe Dinnertime In Your Hou...
Published on Monday, July 18, 2011 by caryn Dinner is the only meal of the day where our family actually sits down together. Breakfast is often rushed and lunch is not typically eaten together. As part of my resolve to eat healthy, wholesome foods, I've been aspiring to cook dinner on most nights of the week. The level of chaos surrounding dinnertime is directly related to what's happened throughout the day... Read More » -
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Forward With Ford: Designing For The Future
Published on Monday, July 18, 2011 by jason It is amazing to think that anything these days would take more than a few months to bring to market. As we learned at the Ford Trends Conference, Ford still does it the right way, which takes up to 4 years! Susan Swek, Chief Designer for Ford's Color and Materials team, explained the process from start to finish in the Global Design Convergence session. Color th... Read More » -
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Your Best (and Safest) Summer Ever! *Giveaway...
Published on Sunday, July 17, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Deborah R. Congrats! [caption id="attachment_25733" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: flaivoloka"][/caption] Road trips, play dates, swimming, and more...that is what our summer has involved and we still have many sunny days left to play. In just a few weeks, we'll be hea... Read More » -
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An Apple A Day…How I Get My Children To...
Published on Sunday, July 17, 2011 by caryn Thanks to SUBWAY® restaurants for sponsoring my post about summer fun with my kids. Check out the Kids Eat Free program at any LA area location! Just purchase any two subs, two sides and two drinks, and you can get a kid’s meal FREE! In the past few weeks, I've been slacking off on the "I'm going to cook each meal from scratch" commitment I made at the begin... Read More » -
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Yes You Can Desserts at The Montage Beverly H...
Published on Sunday, July 17, 2011 by caryn Oh how I love the precision and creativity that comprise the art of baking. I'd rather venture to make vegan muffins or chocolate chip scones with fresh whipped cream than struggle over a dinner recipe. Now you can make those fancy desserts you see demonstrated on the Food Network with a little instruction from Executive Pastry Chef Richard Ruskell at the Montage ... Read More » -
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JetBlue Teams Up With PBS Kids For Summer Rea...
Published on Sunday, July 17, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Melissa P. Congrats! In just a few short weeks, we'll be heading on our family vacation. Along with exploring some of the beauty in our home state, we'll be embarking on a camping adventure! We're aiming to hike, swim, roast S'mores, and enjoy the great outdoors. The hubby and I are quite a... Read More » -
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Shrek The Musical Debuts At The Pantages
Published on Saturday, July 16, 2011 by caryn It's been some time since I've seen the infamous computer-animated DreamWorks film about the solitude-loving ogre who finds his life disrupted by a group of faery tale characters forced into his swamp. Shrek The Musical opened at the Pantages Theatre this week for a limited, three-week run. With catchy, upbeat music, a heartwarming story, and awe-inspiring v... Read More » -
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Nancy O’Dell Launches Creative Memories...
Published on Friday, July 15, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Amy V. Congrats! When my children were born, my desire was to capture each moment...each milestone. I really delved into my passion for photography after I'd saved enough money to purchase a Digital SLR camera. Since then, I've taken thousands of photographs...many of which sit on my hard drive with... Read More » -
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Get Local: Farm to Table Dinner at The Langha...
Published on Friday, July 15, 2011 by caryn As part of our journey towards sustainability, we strive to purchase locally grown items, particularly produce. We are fortunate to have access to local farmer's markets which offer seasonal, locally-sourced produce and other goods. If you happen to be local, The Langham Huntinton in Pasadena is hosting a Farm to Table Dinner to showcase seasonal produce from ... Read More » -
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Taking Care of Man’s Best Friend
Published on Thursday, July 14, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_25633" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: Minita"][/caption] My parents always had two children...me and a dog. My father, in particular, absolutely loves canine companionship and takes care of his dog to the T. That dog is bathed, groomed and even dressed! He sleeps in his own plush bed inside their house and eats "he... Read More » -
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Race For Savings!
Published on Thursday, July 14, 2011 by caryn There's something exciting and edgy about watching the sport of auto racing. Since we're in the middle of racing season, I thought I'd share a fantastic deal Walmart is offering on tickets to Nascar races across the country. For just $99, you'll receive 4 tickets, 4 drinks, 4 hot dogs, and a racing program. The price of tickets varies from race to race, but an ind... Read More » -
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Tweeting About Swim Safety With SwimWays *Giv...
Published on Thursday, July 14, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Katrina. Congrats! Last week, I introduced you to SwimWays, a company dedicated to making swimming safe and fun. I'll have some important swim safety information coming up but I wanted to share the details on their very first Twitter party. Tomorrow, July 14th at 9 pm EST, join SwimWays, the Sw... Read More » -
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Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Opens at Disney Cal...
Published on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 by caryn There are a few "traditions" my son and I have when we visit the Disneyland Resort. We have to ride the monorail (even if it's just around the park) and we have to get a frozen apple. And while it's not necessarily a tradition, I can't walk down Main Street without stopping at Blue Ribbon Bakery for a Blended Mocha. Dining at the resort is as much a part of the ... Read More » -
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1,000 Cooks for the Cure
Published on Monday, July 11, 2011 by caryn As a woman, I'm compelled to be cognizant...to be concerned...to be committed to being a part of finding a cure for breast cancer. Over the weekend, several of us are getting together and my hope is that at the very least, I will raise awareness about the disease and what is being done by Suan G. Komen For the Cure. KitchenAid and Susan G. Komen For the Cure hav... Read More » -
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Cool Cuts 4 Kids Giveaway
Published on Monday, July 11, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Elena. Congrats! Last week I shared our experience with Cool Cuts 4 Kids. The child-friendly hair salon makes getting a hair cut exciting and interactive. Through the end of the month, you can print a coupon that will save you $5 on any service priced $11.95 or higher. Cool Cuts 4 Kids wants one o... Read More » -
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Our Favorite Cars 2-Inspired Toys
Published on Monday, July 11, 2011 by caryn Two weeks ago, Cars 2 opened in theaters and my son still talks about the film. Fortunately, he has a few movie-inspired toys to keep the movie fresh in his mind. If you've been out shopping lately, you may have noticed entire sections devoted to all-things Cars 2. Along with cars from the film, you'll find clothing, bedding, playsets, and even learning laptop... Read More » -
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Summer Grilling Tips, Gourmet Sandwiches, and...
Published on Friday, July 8, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Steph. A HUGE congrats to her! I'm not one of those natural cooks...the type that can whip up something amazing without ever looking at a recipe. I've been challenging myself the past 5 or 6 months to get creative with our meals. Most of my solutions don't require a lot of time or effort because I... Read More » -
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Affordable Summer Fun
Published on Friday, July 8, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_25494" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: MeiTeng "][/caption] What are your plans this summer? Splashing at the pool or your local beach? Learning and discovering at your local museum? Splurging for concert tickets? Enjoying a family day at your nearest amusement park? Summers here in Southern Californi... Read More »
