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Saturday’s Family Movie: Field of Visio...
Published on Thursday, June 9, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jaque R.. Congrats! Our current in-theater movie options include animated films or flicks that are not kid-friendly, with little in-between. When P&G and Walmart introduced Family Movie Night, I was excited about the possibility of not only being able to watch a wholesome movie with the hubby, b... Read More » -
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Easy, Healthy, and Delicious Ways To Consume ...
Published on Thursday, June 9, 2011 by caryn Some of my favorite foods are packed with essential nutrients like calcium, posphorus, protein, vitamins A, D and B12, riboflavin, and niacin. Because I really enjoy eating cheese, yogurt, ice cream, sour cream, and more I have to ensure I'm choosing Organic, low-fat varieties and balancing those foods with my diet. As I mentioned last week, this month is Nationa... Read More » -
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A Childhood Favorite, A Grown-Up Movie, and A...
Published on Thursday, June 9, 2011 by caryn Over the last few months, I've had the opportunity to share information about Disney's latest film and DVD releases. Next week, I am honored to attend what looks to be an amazing blogger event with Disney. The 5-day schedule will include a host of activities including a screening and press junket for Winnie the Pooh, a screening and Q&A with DreamWorks for The... Read More » -
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Cube Dog…A Clever Alternative To The Re...
Published on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 by caryn Thank you to Cube Dog for sponsoring this review. For more information about Cube Dog please visit the Facebook page or download it on iTunes. Throughout my childhood, I had 4 dogs. We adopted each one from a shelter and kept them until they lived out their life. So it seems odd that at present, we don't have a furry friend in our home. My son has asked on ... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Kid-Friendly Recipes: English M...
Published on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_24548" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Photo Credit: Bumble Bee Foods"][/caption] Unlike many parents I know, we don't serve our children "special" kid-friendly foods. And at restaurants, we only order off the kid's menu less than half of the time. When our children began solid foods, we decided to try as much as possible to avo... Read More » -
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Little Diva Tutus Inspired By Layla Grace *Gi...
Published on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 by caryn A little over one year ago, Layla Grace's battle with cancer ended. Not only does her memory live on, her family continues to provide education and support for parents and raise public awareness about children's cancers through the Layla Grace Children’s Cancer Research Foundation. Earlier this year, I met the owner of Little Diva Tutus. Her beautiful, handm... Read More » -
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Eco Pick Of The Week: Mrs. Meyer’s Clea...
Published on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 by caryn A few years ago, I found it very difficult to find safe, sustainable skin care and cleaning products for our family. These days, the sheer number of choices can be overwhelming. While I definitely have my favorites, I'm always open to trying new eco-friendly products to see if there might be something that works more effectively for our family's needs, is more affor... Read More » -
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Sunning and Splashing At The Hyatt Regency Hu...
Published on Monday, June 6, 2011 by caryn Our family can drive less than 30 minutes and feel like we're a thousand miles away from home. If you've yet to plan your family vacation this year or are considering doing something local, the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa is a fantastic location for a summer getaway. Located just steps away from the beach, the resort offers families an idyl... Read More » -
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Neutrogena’s New Wet Skin Sunblock
Published on Sunday, June 5, 2011 by caryn This afternoon, my son and I had a wonderfully relaxing day together at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa! We lounged and splashed and generally enjoyed one of the first warmer days of the season in Southern California. Our summers in Southern California tend to start out mild with several days of June gloom, and by July and August we're scorching... Read More » -
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Shakespeare By The Sea
Published on Sunday, June 5, 2011 by caryn Have you ever done something so surreal, you had to pinch yourself to believe it was actually happening? Before my son was born, my husband and I spent almost a year in Europe and the UK working and traveling. In that time period, we backpacked across more than 12 countries. We saw and did things I had only read about in books....things like riding a mule up to ... Read More » -
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Meet and Greet With Po From Kung Fu Panda 2
Published on Saturday, June 4, 2011 by caryn Last week, my parents took my little boy to see Kung Fu Panda 2 while I stayed with my daughter. My son adored the movie and I'm hoping to see it this week! If you have a Po fan in the house (and you're local), be sure to bring the kids down for a special meet and greet with the beloved Po from Kung Fu Panda 2. Tomorrow (Sunday, June 5th), UltraLuxe Cinemas at th... Read More » -
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Walmart Shareholders’ Meeting 2011
Published on Thursday, June 2, 2011 by caryn This is definitely going to be a short post because I have to be up at 4:30 am CST. Since my body is still on PST, that translates to 2:30 am. I've contemplated just staying up! In all seriousness, I'm excited and honored to be attending the Walmart Shareholders' Meeting this year with a group of Walmart Moms. In previous years, artists such as Mariah Carey, Josh... Read More » -
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Summer at The Disneyland Resort Is Going to B...
Published on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 by caryn Summer at The Disneyland Resort is going to be incredible! I know that because this week, I headed over to both parks for a little preview. Thanks to my annual pass (and some friends on Twitter), I had an opportunity to ride The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure and Star Tours - The Adventures Continue at Disneyland. ... Read More » -
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Eye-Fi…It’s Wi-Fi…For Your ...
Published on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 by caryn About a year ago, I really started pursuing my passion for photography. I invested in an SLR camera (and some other equipment), read some books, and gleaned wisdom at conferences and informally through photographers I know and admire. And then I did what is probably the most important part of learning to do something...I practiced...a lot. In fact, I'm still pract... Read More » -
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Quick and Easy Picnic Recipes Using #SafewayD...
Published on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 by caryn As a woman, it's important that I do what I can to ensure I'm getting enough calcium and Vitamin D. My mother has a history of early menopause and there was concern about some early bone loss so she was placed on medication. While I'm still years away from menopause, I strive to ensure I'm engaging in weight bearing exercise and consuming sufficient amounts of dairy... Read More » -
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Disney and Dreamworks Art on Totsy
Published on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 by caryn If you are a Disney fan, you may be interested in Totsy's latest sale on artwork from Disney and Dreamworks. Through tomorrow, you'll find artwork printed on canvas or paper using giclee or laser cut techniques from your favorite films including Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar, and Mickey Mouse. The retail value of some of these pieces is upwards of $900. You'... Read More » -
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What’s In a Gnome and a Q & A With...
Published on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. Winners: Adrienne and Megan One week ago, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment released Gnomeo and Juliet on DVD and Blu-ray. You might suspect that this is truly one of my favorite Disney films. I grew up reading and studying Shakespeare and Disney's take on the tragic love story is simply brilliant. Si... Read More » -
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How I Get My Children Outdoors!
Published on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 by caryn I'm laughing a bit at the title of this post, considering the fact that my children would rather be outdoors on any given day than cooped up inside a house. But for many parents, it's a struggle to pull children from computers, video games, and the like to get them outside for some physical activity. Since summer is right around the corner, I thought I'd share som... Read More » -
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Chuggington Traintastic Cargo Game *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, May 30, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats Cherice! Do you have a regular family game night? At present, we don't. But I'd love to set aside one night every week or so where we unplug and take time to interact and have fun playing board games. My son, who's almost 4, is finally at an age where he can understand how to play simple board games. And those he's too young... Read More » -
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Memorial Day Grilling: Bobby Flay’s Tur...
Published on Monday, May 30, 2011 by caryn We finally warmed up here in Southern California and it was the perfect weekend for grilling. With temperatures in the 80's, nobody felt like heating up the kitchen with our oven. I've met more than a few people who completely avoid using their ovens once the warm summer weather begins. Grilling is an easy alternative for serving up a quick, healthful meal. I... Read More »
