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Spooktacular Halloween Activities and Decorat...
Published on Saturday, October 22, 2011 by caryn While I love the warmth, newness, and laid-back nature of summer, there is something about this season, when the weather cools and the days get shorter, that I look forward to. Brisk, pumpkin spice latte mornings...cool, snuggle under the covers evenings...it's Fall! And between baking, cleaning, and decorating, we're getting ready for the coming holiday seas... Read More » -
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Walmart’s Christmas Layaway Program
Published on Friday, October 21, 2011 by caryn Last week, I introduced you to Walmart's Christmas Layaway program. Very often, people wait until the last minute to complete their holiday shopping which may result in difficulty finding their desired items and the burden of having to spend a large amount of money in a short amount of time. Layaway was a purchasing option popular many years ago, but has since made ... Read More » -
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The Bugs Have Invaded The Cube!
Published on Friday, October 21, 2011 by caryn Did you know that there is indeed an actual science to those bothersome insects in your backyard? The Discovery Science Center has been invaded by bugs, and despite the fact that the place is crawling with the little pests, your children will be educated and entertained. Bug Invasion 2 is currently on display through October 31st and features ginormous replicas o... Read More » -
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20th Annual Pumpkins & Pancakes Hallowee...
Published on Thursday, October 20, 2011 by caryn Even though my son is only four, I'm beginning to seek out opportunities to teach him to think about others. For example, because I regularly receive products to review on the site, I make a few trips each month to our local Goodwill and Salvation Army armed with new and gently used items. Sometimes, I'll ask my son to pick out a few items to take to our neighbors... Read More » -
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Boo at the Zoo!
Published on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 by caryn Over the weekend, we spent some time at our local zoo, learning about some 0f the more unique animals that call the L.A. Zoo their home. Taking my children to the zoo is not only exciting for them, it allows me to provide them with some informal, unstructured education. If you're looking for a unique way to celebrate Halloween this year, I recommend checking with... Read More » -
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Walmart.com Shopping Haul + Free Shipping
Published on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 by caryn Prior to having children, I enjoyed going out to casually shop for clothes or other necessary items. But these days, it's tricky to shop with 2 small children, particularly if my list includes items that are not of any interest to my children. This holiday season, I'm aiming to do a majority of my shopping online to avoid meltdowns and crowds. Do you know what ... Read More » -
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Personalized Gift Ideas from Erin Condren
Published on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 by caryn We are a little over 2 months away from Christmas and after Halloween I'll be posting about my favorite holiday gift ideas. I always enjoy gifting friends and family with personalized items like these gorgeous photos on canvas from Erin Condren: Photo Credit: Erin Condren Mompreneur Erin Condren is known for her adorably stylish personalized accessori... Read More » -
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Partnering With Local Schools To End Child Hu...
Published on Monday, October 17, 2011 by caryn 456,000 That is the number of people at risk for hunger every month in Orange County. The OC...with it's affluent beach communities and upscale shopping destinations is also home to a different type of population...people...children who don't know where their next meal will come from. If your children are like mine, food is something that is only thought about... Read More » -
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Fall Makeup Trends From MAC Cosmetics
Published on Monday, October 17, 2011 by caryn I was a teenager when I learned the basics of makeup application from a MAC Cosmetics counter at our local mall. If you can believe it, I still find their brushes to be a staple when it comes to makeup application. The Canadian-based company initially designed products for professional make-up artists but has expanded to offer it's products to consumers. MAC is k... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Spinach Artichoke Dip
Published on Monday, October 17, 2011 by caryn We're right in the midst of football season and we know plenty of couples who's husbands have a regular date with the television on Sunday afternoons. When we lived in LA, a group of us would take turns hosting the other couples at our homes for informal Sunday afternoon football gatherings. We'd each bring a dish and the women would chat while the men cheered and... Read More » -
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Radio Disney’s N.B.T. Concert
Published on Monday, October 17, 2011 by caryn Because we spend quite a bit of time in the car, we tune in to Radio Disney for family-friendly music and entertainment. It's a station I feel comfortable listening to with my children in the car and my son, in particular enjoys the music played. Kids are encouraged to help select the music that is played and can call in to the network's toll-free phone line. Th... Read More » -
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PBS SoCal Day At The LA Zoo
Published on Sunday, October 16, 2011 by caryn One of the things I love about living in Southern California is the sheer number of diverse activities that seem to be happening at any given moment. If you live in Los Angeles, Orange County, or the Inland Empire, I recommend subscribing to or periodically visiting PBS SoCal's blog or Community Events page to find kid and family-friendly events and information. ... Read More » -
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Scottish Ballet Debuts at the Music Center...
Published on Saturday, October 15, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_27547" align="aligncenter" width="461" caption="Photo Credit: Scottish Ballet"][/caption] Having spent quite a bit of time in Europe, I have acquired a deep passion for the arts. From watching an opera performed entirely in French to standing "in the round" at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, I've had a number of diverse experiences. ... Read More » -
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Camp Snoopy’s Spooky Transformation
Published on Friday, October 14, 2011 by caryn With Halloween just a few weeks away, many families are thinking about safe, festive ways to celebrate a holiday which tends to be quite dark. Apart from traditional trick or treating, Southern California offers a number of Halloween events that are suitable for the entire family. I highly recommend checking out CBS Los Angeles for the best Halloween Events in Los A... Read More » -
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Layaway For Your Holiday Shopping
Published on Thursday, October 13, 2011 by caryn As we approach the holidays, stores are beginning to outfit themselves with festive decor and potential gift ideas. And retailers are already preparing for the season, with some already stating their predictions for the top holiday toys. If you're not quite ready financially to shop for everyone on your list at this moment or you're concerned that popular items may... Read More » -
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Will You Join Me For A Twitter Party?
Published on Thursday, October 13, 2011 by caryn Earlier this year, I was asked to be part of Totsy's Mom Committee, where a group of mompreneurs, bloggers, and social media savvy women share expertise, advice, and trends both on our own sites, social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook, and Totsy's blog. I've talked about Totsy numerous times over the past year and the basic premise is that it's an invitati... Read More » -
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A Real Steel Interview With Dakota Goyo
Published on Thursday, October 13, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_27428" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: DreamWorks"][/caption] With a strong opening weekend, Real Steel topped the charts at number one last week with it's futuristic robot boxing and touching father-son story. For reference, you can read my entire review here. [caption id="attachment_27427" align="alignce... Read More » -
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Is Your Child Ready For Algebra?
Published on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by caryn I was the girl that took AP classes, carried a book with her wherever she went, and achieved a Master's degree in her twenties. If time allowed, I would still be in school, soaking in all there is to know as I believe in a lifetime of learning. I haven't been in a classroom in quite some time, however, according to a recent survey (results achieved via Sylvan), Ame... Read More » -
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Smart & Final…Supporting Schools
Published on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by caryn One of the most compelling reasons we moved into the community we live in is how well-ranked the school district is. Numerous resources site Orange County as having one of the best school districts, in the US scoring high in Math and Verbal SAT scores and possessing low dropout and crime rates. In order for schools in our area and in California to continue to pr... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Whole Wheat Vegan Lasa...
Published on Monday, October 10, 2011 by caryn Two years ago, when my son was diagnosed with food allergies, I never imagined I'd be endeavoring to make vegan foods. And surely, I never imagined that I or my husband would actually enjoy a dish that didn't utilize real cheese or any of the numerous dairy foods we have both grown up eating. Lasagna is one of those dishes, I have avoided making, simply because I ca... Read More »
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