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iCapture: Mickey’s Toontown
Published on Friday, March 9, 2012 by caryn It seems like it's been for-ever since I've written an iCapture post. Yesterday, we spent a lovely day with some friends at The Disneyland Resort. Because we're annual passholders, we don't often spend an entire day at the resort so yesterday was a treat! One of our favorite areas of the park is Mickey's Toontown, but we don't get over there enough. The"intera... Read More » -
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In Theaters…John Carter
Published on Friday, March 9, 2012 by caryn Two weeks ago, I stood on the red carpet, mingling with journalists and celebrities, in anticipation of the premiere of John Carter. The film, which is based on the book A Princess of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs, opens in theaters nationwide today. Because film is one of my passions, I like to expand my repertoire of movie genres beyond romance, drama, action,... Read More » -
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Only in LA…Hanging With Ryan Seacrest a...
Published on Thursday, March 8, 2012 by caryn Most days, my life is pretty uneventful. School...grocery shopping...house-cleaning...meal preparation...meeting Ryan Seacrest at the American Idol Finalist Party in Los Angeles. Ok...so maybe last week wasn't so typical and I likely won't have another quite like it. After a very event-filled week, it was nice to relax on the rooftop at The Grove overlooking LA w... Read More » -
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JoJo Maman Bébé On Totsy
Published on Thursday, March 8, 2012 by caryn Approximately five years ago, my husband and I were living in a 2 bedroom flat in Edinburgh, Scotland. I was working as a neonatal nurse while my husband picked up freelance work. I would schedule all of my work days together so that we could travel, and very often, we traveled by train or car throughout the UK. I loved going into London to shop and we actually sp... Read More » -
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Why Breakfast is the Most Important Meal of t...
Published on Thursday, March 8, 2012 by caryn We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. After a long and restful night's sleep, the body craves nourishment...energy to prepare for the day's physical and mental activities. Research demonstrates that children who start their day off with a healthy breakfast are more likely to do better academically and behaviorally in school, are more li... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Vegan Cornbread
Published on Thursday, March 8, 2012 by caryn I haven't baked in about a week and I was craving cornbread this morning...the sweet buttery version as opposed to the more savory, pair-with-chili variety. I knew my son would want to be able to eat it, but to be honest, I didn't think I could pull off a vegan version that would taste anything like the original. After experimenting a bit, I finally came up with o... Read More » -
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Crayola Invites Parents Inside the Crayon Box
Published on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 by caryn [caption id="attachment_30962" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: Crayola"][/caption] Even at 2, my daughter spends quite a bit of time coloring quietly...thoughtfully. While she can't express what she's drawing, when she's finished a picture, she runs to me bubbling with excitement...proud of her creation. It was much later that my son showe... Read More » -
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My Unconventional Parenting and Discipline Ta...
Published on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 by caryn [caption id="attachment_30956" align="aligncenter" width="560" caption="Unconventional...and Messy!"][/caption] I read What to Expect When You're Expecting, Baby Wise (it's actually called On Becoming Baby Wise: Giving Your Infant the Gift of Nighttime Sleep), The Happiest Baby on the Block, and The Attachment Parenting Book, all in hopes of gleaning some wisdom on... Read More » -
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Big City Moms and The Bump Host The Biggest B...
Published on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 by caryn On the evening of February 28th, 2012 the city Los Angeles transformed itself into the biggest baby shower for the evening. Held at the Skirball Cultural Center and presented by Big City Moms in partnership with The Bump the biggest baby shower event was the place to be for expectant couples and new parents. With hundreds of baby product vendors, delicious food, yummy... Read More » -
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The Birth of the Brand New Disney Baby! *Give...
Published on Monday, March 5, 2012 by caryn It probably wouldn't surprise you if I told you that as a young girl, I went through this stage where all I wanted to wear was Disney clothing. My favorite character was and still is Winnie the Pooh, and during my tween years, The Disney Store actually sold Classic Pooh clothing for young girls. I remember owning sweaters and even dresses that were printed or embroi... Read More » -
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Cozy Up With Serta’s Sleep to Go Luxury...
Published on Sunday, March 4, 2012 by caryn After a very busy week, I was quite content to lounge on the couch this afternoon, watching the shows that have been accumulating on my DVR. Despite our warmer than usual daytime weather, our nights are still chilly with temperatures dropping down into the 40s! This evening, I warmed up with Serta's cozy new Sleep to Go Fleece blanket, which is officially replacin... Read More » -
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Disneynature Set to Release Chimpanzee on Ear...
Published on Sunday, March 4, 2012 by caryn I've often been described as crunchy...especially given the fact that I'm from Southern California. If you've read my blog, you know that my journey to becoming more environmentally responsible was inspired by my children. No one person can do everything, but every person can do something and that is the philosophy that my husband and I try to live by. Some of the thi... Read More » -
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Seventh Generation…Lorax Approved! *Giv...
Published on Friday, March 2, 2012 by caryn Today is the day! Universal Pictures' The Lorax debuts in theaters nationwide on the day that Dr. Seuss would have turned 108. You've read my review...and got an inside look at the film from the the perspective of Betty White and Danny DeVito! But did you know that Seventh Generation has partnered with the film to feature limited edition Lorax prints on all of the... Read More » -
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Nike+ FuelBand Launches In Los Angeles In Tru...
Published on Friday, March 2, 2012 by caryn It was all so mysterious...the compelling invite, written to include just enough information to draw you in...the clues (aka the workout gear) and instructions (invitation) that were sent (as in mailed) just prior to the event. Even as I approached The Montalban in Los Angeles, I still didn't exactly know what I'd be doing for six whole hours. All I really knew wa... Read More » -
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Marvel’s The Avengers…A First Loo...
Published on Thursday, March 1, 2012 by caryn About a year ago, my son really started becoming interested in superheros. You might remember that he dressed as Spiderman for Halloween last year. He wore that costume as much as I would let him that entire month before Halloween. His fascination with superheros continued and he's been collecting several action figures in the last few months. So you can imagine... Read More » -
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Danny DeVito Talks About His Passion for the ...
Published on Thursday, March 1, 2012 by caryn My journey towards environmental responsibility began when I found out I was pregnant with my son nearly 5 years ago. Not only was I concerned about how my son would be affected by what I consumed and was exposed to, it was at that time that I realized the importance of taking care of our environment for him...and his children...and subsequent generations. We're ... Read More » -
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ShooShoos Spring Clearance Sale
Published on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 by caryn A properly fitted shoe, designed specifically with a child's foot in mind, is integral to helping a child learn to walk and achieve healthy foot development. Some experts say that a child should actually learn to walk barefoot, if possible. But given the fact that this isn't always a safe or feasible option when outside of the home, we've found that a soft, flexible s... Read More » -
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The Perfect Backyard Playdate…Featuring...
Published on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 by caryn After a very mild winter and only a handful of rainy days, I am beginning to see the early signs of Spring. The days are getting a bit longer and we've had plenty of sunshine...perfect for enjoying the outdoors. We've already had our first official playdate of the season and my son, in particular is gearing up for a Spring and Summer filled with running, jumping, cl... Read More » -
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Salma Hayek Partners With Got Milk? to Launch...
Published on Monday, February 27, 2012 by caryn For years we've known that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The very meaning of the word, when broken down, is simply to "break the fast." Have you ever thought about how long that stint is from dinner to breakfast? In our home, it's as many as 12 hours! For children, who depend on the regular intake of nutrient-rich foods, the negative effects c... Read More » -
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7 Red Carpet Makeup Tips Any Woman Can Recrea...
Published on Monday, February 27, 2012 by caryn I remember the days when I had ample time to primp and ready myself for the day. My hair alone can take 30-45 minutes if I'm planning on using the flat iron, so you can imagine how much time I'd spend making myself presentable before I had children. As a busy mother of two, I'm lucky if I can get just a little bit of make-up on before heading out the door. On thos... Read More »
