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Nice Save! How To Throw a Game Day Party Unde...
Published on Thursday, September 15, 2011 by caryn My husband and I enjoy opening up our home to friends and family for holiday get-togethers or more informal barbeques. Entertaining, particularly if done regularly, costs money. Just in time for game season, Tara, from Deal Seeking Mom, is currently hosting Walmart's Game Day Challenge, which is part of their new Nice Save Facebook application. Every month, as pa... Read More » -
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Safe Kids, Britax, and Buick Partner to Raise...
Published on Thursday, September 15, 2011 by caryn Do you know what the temperature inside a closed vehicle is when the outside temperature is 76 degrees Fahrenheit? Would you be able to see a child 8, 10, or even 12 feet behind your vehicle? These questions and more were answered at Britax's Red Carpet Event With Buick in partnership with Safe Kids USA. This month we celebrate National Baby Safety Month wit... Read More » -
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Aetna’s Healthy Food Fight
Published on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_26929" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: Aetna Healthy Food Fight"][/caption] One of the things I'm passionate about is eating and feeding my family fresh, wholesome, sustainable foods. I strive to keep packaged, processed foods to a minimum, opting for organic, locally-grown foods that aren't shelf-stable. I'v... Read More » -
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How Do You Create Affordable Meals? *Giveaway...
Published on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Barbara M. I've been talking a lot about food and meals for numerous reasons. The first is that I'm always looking to make healthier, more wholesome meals. I'm also looking for creative, new ways to make mealtime enjoyable, since I tend to get in a rut when it comes to meal prep. Dinnertime, in particular, ca... Read More » -
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Real Food…Real Simple
Published on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 by caryn With busy schedules and limited time in the evenings, I'm constantly scrambling to get dinner on the table. While I enjoy experimenting on the weekends when I have more time, during the week the goal is a healthy, quick meal that my family is actually going to eat. You may remember that I spent the summer working on Hellmann's Club Sandwich campaign. This Fall, t... Read More » -
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Could Your Child’s Classroom Use a Make...
Published on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 by caryn My oldest started pre-k last week and we're fortunate that he has been able to attend a private school. But next year, he'll likely go to a public school as we're currently evaluating all of our options. With the economy in turmoil, many public schools are finding that they're lacking even the basics when it comes to supplies. I've heard many parents talk about ... Read More » -
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VIP Benefit Screening of Dolphin Tale in 3D
Published on Monday, September 12, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_26886" align="aligncenter" width="540" caption="Photo Credit: Dolphin Tale/Warner Bros."][/caption] On September 23rd, Warner Bros. will debut Dolphin's Tale, a film inspired by the true story of a dolphin named Winter and the people who joined forces to save her life. When the young dolphin is caught in a crab trap, her tail i... Read More » -
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On Trend: Sears’ Fall Fashions
Published on Sunday, September 11, 2011 by caryn When I was a single, 20-something year old, you'd often find me at the mall...or the outlets...shopping for the latest in fashion trends. While I wasn't extravagant, it wasn't uncommon for me to purchase an outfit or two every month. I can't honestly remember the last time I took a dedicated shopping trip just for myself. Sure, I've purchased items here or there whe... Read More » -
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How I’m Staying Healthy This Cold and F...
Published on Sunday, September 11, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_26879" align="alignright" width="259" caption="Photo Credit: ayleene"][/caption] It's been one week since my son started pre-K and he's already bringing viruses home. This is the time of year when my children tend to get sick a lot, which in turn means that I also get sick. Since I've been testing out Member's Mark 4X Probiotic, I thought I'... Read More » -
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Curious George On Totsy
Published on Sunday, September 11, 2011 by caryn If you follow me on Twitter, you may remember that just a few days ago, the executive producer of the PBS Kids hit show Curious George joined Totsy for a Twitter Party to celebrate their sale which is currently running on the site. The show is currently in it's 6th season and will celebrate it's 75 year anniversary next year. My son and daughter are still huge fa... Read More » -
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Back To School Shopping Challenge + Tips On S...
Published on Friday, September 9, 2011 by caryn Pre-K...I can't believe my son started Pre-K this week. While it's definitely going to be an adjustment for all of us, our hope is that this year will ready our son for the discipline of Kindergarten. While there is no homework (yet), we are striving to establish a schedule and work on being on time. We're working on things like learning to write and sitting still... Read More » -
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Travel Shopping Challenge…In Search of ...
Published on Friday, September 9, 2011 by caryn We are a family that travels. We traveled as a married couple without children and now take different kinds of trips as a family. It used to be easy to sneak away to Santa Barbara or San Diego for the weekend when it was just the two of us. These days our vacations and even staycations require a bit more planning. But having children does not preclude us from ta... Read More » -
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Affordable Runway Looks
Published on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 by caryn Tomorrow, stores will stay open late in cities all over the country for the third annual Fashion's Night Out. Created by American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company, and the City of New York, Fashion's Night Out aims "to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, boost the industry's economy, and put the fun back in shopping.... Read More » -
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Tips on Hosting the Perfect Playdate
Published on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 by caryn Most of our playdates are spontaneous, informal get-togethers, often without much notice. Having children definitely gives meaning to the phrase "best laid plans," so we organize and schedule and hope for the best. I haven't spoken a lot about BlogHer because I'm organizing my thoughts and the content I gleaned into information I hope you'll find valuable. I'd mu... Read More » -
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Quick and Easy Frozen Berry Recipes
Published on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 by caryn I love to bake...not only because it's relaxing, but because I tend to have a sweet tooth. While cooking is something that takes thought and precision, baking is something that I do with ease. I enjoy the freedom to be creative and attempt to create unique twists on the traditional whenever possible. This year, Smart & Final is celebrating their 140th bir... Read More » -
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Yesterday…
Published on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_26765" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: ngould"][/caption] It seems like only yesterday that I was painting your fingernails and putting bows in your hair. I didn't have sisters to play dress-up with and mom worked long hours during the week. So you indulged me...after all, I was and will always be your little g... Read More » -
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Taking The Mystery and Fear Out of Baking
Published on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 by caryn You might have noticed that this blog is starting to become a "food blog." Rest assured...I'm still keeping the "lifestyle" theme but food is an integral part of that. Since the hubby and I enjoy really good (and good-looking) food, we've been posting lots of recipes and foodie experiences. If I had the time, I'd probably start a food blog, but given the fact that ... Read More » -
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Probiotics For Healthy Living
Published on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 by caryn If you've followed our food allergy journey, you might have picked up on the fact that probiotics have been an integral part of my son's management plan. Because my son's food allergies primarily manifest in GI and Skin reactions, our Pediatrician recommended we start him on probiotics long ago when he was first being worked up. This was our first exposure to prob... Read More » -
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Effortless Gourmet Baking With Dassant *Givea...
Published on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats Tanya! When I'm stressed or simply want to relax, I'll often bake. I love the fact that for the most part, baking is straightforward and precise. Creativity is integral to the finished work, but it's not difficult to make the basics like cakes, cookies, and quick breads. In general, I prefer to bake from scratch because I ... Read More » -
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Gleaning Tips on Saving Time in The Kitchen, ...
Published on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 by caryn For many families, this week marks the beginning of the school season. Today, we started our new early morning schedule and proudly made it in time for my son's first day of Pre-K. Now that he's in school full-time (which makes me a bit sad), I have time to work on projects around the house and home-cooked meals. While I definitely think it's going to be less hect... Read More »
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