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Driving Tips for the Modern Mom On-the Go
Published on Friday, January 27, 2012 by caryn [caption id="attachment_30077" align="alignright" width="240" caption="Photo Credit: arinas74"][/caption] I have friends and family members who would never entertain the idea of driving in Los Angeles, yet in one week, I may make the round trip journey between Orange County and Los Angeles at least once or twice. I grew up in the diverse metropolitan city and hav... Read More » -
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Simply Fresh…A Collection of Inspired R...
Published on Thursday, January 26, 2012 by caryn As much as I try to diversify our dinner routine, I often find myself going back to the same handful of dishes, simply because they're healthy, easy, and affordable. Cooking 5, unique dinners a week is tough. Busy schedules, food allergies, picky eaters, and a mind towards healthy, sustainable foods all complicate the situation each night. So where do I turn for ... Read More » -
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Reliving Disney Magic In 3D
Published on Thursday, January 26, 2012 by caryn As someone who is passionate about film, I'm looking forward to reliving some of my favorite Disney movies through 3D. Disney recently re-released it's second classic film in 3D, Beauty and the Beast, and over the coming year, they'll do the same for Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc., and The Little Mermaid. As one of my favorite films of all time, I never imagined it co... Read More » -
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Project 365…And What I’m Learning...
Published on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 by caryn [caption id="attachment_30012" align="alignright" width="240" caption="Day 1: Me"][/caption] On the surface, it seems quite simple and straightforward. Take one photo every day for an entire year. Since smart phones are now equipped with up to 8 megapixel cameras, it's easy to photograph those beautiful, unexpected moments...the ones I never managed to capture ... Read More » -
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Get Local: Benefit Performances of Little Wom...
Published on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 by caryn I vaguely remember attending one of my very first musicals with my mother. I was 8 or 9 and the show was Annie...I was hooked! At the time, I didn't know if I simply enjoyed the theater or actually wanted to be a part of it. One improv class in high school set me straight! Every chance I get I'm at the theater. And, it just so happens that one of my very good... Read More » -
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A More Efficient Laundry Regimen
Published on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 by caryn Do small changes really make a difference? I constantly ask myself this question when I'm shopping at the grocery store, separating my recyclables, setting our thermostat, turning off lights, and doing my laundry. I don't know that I'll personally see a reduction in pollution or a diminished burden on our landfills by recycling. But I do know that I can track sa... Read More » -
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A Welcomed Change
Published on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 by caryn Continuity gives us roots; change gives us branches, letting us stretch and grow and reach new heights. ~Pauline R. Kezer [caption id="attachment_30002" align="aligncenter" width="512" caption="One of my favorite photos from 2011...shot from a moving car through the window!"][/caption] Things are a bit different around here aren't they? If you've been reading ... Read More » -
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Winter Revival At The Huntington Spa
Published on Monday, January 23, 2012 by caryn How are you doing on those resolutions? For me, it's a constant and conscious effort to make sure I'm taking care of myself through fitness, a healthy diet, improved sleep, and stress management. I have a fitness and nutrition plan and am still working out how I'm going to manage my time so that sleep takes a higher priority. And as far as stress management goes... Read More » -
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Fabulously Affordable Home Decor on Totsy
Published on Saturday, January 21, 2012 by caryn It's mid-January and I've already knee-deep in cleaning and organizing our house for the new year. Since the new year is all about change, I always use this time to do away with the old in preparation for the new. Right now, you can find some incredible savings on home items from brands like Clark & Wellington, Boston Warehouse Kitchen, and Mud Pie on Totsy. Her... Read More » -
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Sweatin’ It Out With Derek Degrazio at ...
Published on Saturday, January 21, 2012 by caryn I probably shouldn't admit that while I'm writing this post, I'm finishing the last few bites of an Artie Lange cupcake from Crumbs Bake Shop...the remnants of my birthday celebration. I'll have to work out at least double time this week to counter the butter, chocolate, and cream cheese that make this cupcake so decadent. And speaking of working out, it's the new y... Read More » -
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iCapture: Santa Monica
Published on Friday, January 20, 2012 by caryn It's been a little quiet around here hasn't it? But with good reason. I'm in Santa Monica this week, covering the soon-to-be released film Big Miracle, inspired by the book and true story of Operation Breakthrough, which was an international effort to rescue three gray whales trapped near Point Barrow, Alaska. The film is phenomenal and I can't wait to share details a... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Vegan Dark Chocolate C...
Published on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 by caryn It's mid-January and perhaps you're thinking about ways to keep those New Year's resolutions. I know that come February, I'm struggling to maintain my exercise routine, cook most of our meals at home, stay organized, and manage my time wisely (just a few of my resolutions). Of those resolutions I've made this year (and every year for that matter) eating healthy an... Read More » -
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Transform Your Child’s Space With Dinos...
Published on Monday, January 16, 2012 by caryn When I first learned that I was pregnant with my son, I thought a lot about how I would outfit his room. At the time, we were living in an apartment so I didn't have the freedom to paint or wallpaper so I focused my decorating efforts on bedding and accessories. When we finally moved into our home and I was given the freedom to decorate as I pleased, I chose vibrant V... Read More » -
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iCapture: Royal/T
Published on Saturday, January 14, 2012 by caryn It's 5pm in LA on a Saturday night and I'm hanging in a 10,000 square foot art exhibition space/cafe with Japanese cosplay maids dressed in French maid outfits and pink earmuffs serving cookies and lollipops. Did I mention that I'm at an art exhibition...for children? Or that Tobey Maguire just might have made an appearance? Only in LA! Royal/T's latest exhibit is TA... Read More » -
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The Most Talked About At Home Fitness Workout...
Published on Saturday, January 14, 2012 by caryn Every year around this time, I aspire to develop some type of regular exercise routine. Before I got married and had children, I enjoyed running and taking fitness classes at our local gym. At that time, it was easy to get to the gym without having to worry about child care or another person's schedule. Of all the resolutions, this is the one I find most challen... Read More » -
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Star Wars On Exhibit At Discovery Science Cen...
Published on Friday, January 13, 2012 by caryn It's the third highest grossing film series of all time...a worldwide phenomenon...and now...the force is back! On display at Discovery Science Center. Who would have thought there was an actual science to this fictional universe with it's humanoid robots, landspeeders, and X-Wing Fighters? Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination is the first exhibition to displa... Read More » -
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Paige O’Hara…On Being a Disney Pr...
Published on Friday, January 13, 2012 by caryn It was 1991, in the midst of the Disney Renaissance. Beauty and the Beast, the third of ten films released during this ten year time period, wasn't even complete when it was shown at the New York Film Festival. But the filmmakers and artists, particularly Paige O'Hara who voices Belle, knew the film would be special. As an actress on Broadway, O'Hara knew how to... Read More » -
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Preparing For Kinder and Loving It!
Published on Thursday, January 12, 2012 by caryn Every mother believes their child is smart. As a mom, I see things in each of my children that nobody else sees. Like my two year old daughter's love for drawing, singing, and dancing and my 4 year old son's love for creating, building, and exploring how things work. Both of them have a love for reading and my son, in particular has a hunger for knowledge. Over t... Read More » -
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In Theaters: Beauty and the Beast in 3D
Published on Thursday, January 12, 2012 by caryn There are some films so remarkable...their stories so timeless and compelling...that even 20 years later they have the capacity to evoke deep emotion. Last Saturday, when I took my son to see Beauty and the Beast in 3D at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, I cried, much like I did the very first time I saw it as a tween. It's a story we know and love...about ... Read More » -
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Making Resolutions You’ll Actually Keep...
Published on Thursday, January 12, 2012 by caryn 2012 Resolutions... 1. Cut out all sugar from my diet. Eat less sugar. 2. Buy all organics. Do my homework and buy the organic versions of those foods that are most important. 3. Work out 3-5 times a week. Start going to the gym. 4. Lose weight. See number 1 and 3. 5. Get more sleep. Get uninterrupted sleep. 6. Spend more time together as a fam... Read More » -
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Wordless Wednesday: The Giant Wheel at Irvine...
Published on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 by caryn Photo Credit: Rockin' Mama Shot with an iPhone, filtered with Instagram.... Read More » -
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The Ins and Outs of Living With Food Allergie...
Published on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 by caryn It was 8:00 and we'd just finished dinner and story time. Daddy was on his way upstairs with the kids for their bedtime routine and I was headed off to the kitchen to start baking. You may not know this about me, but I find baking incredibly relaxing. It's what I do to unwind, relax, and regroup. Alone. Just thirty minutes prior, I had set butter out on the cou... Read More » -
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Win a Trip to Palm Springs *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, January 9, 2012 by caryn Having lived in Southern California my entire life, I often overlook the beauty that surrounds me. Just a few miles to the south lies the Pacific Ocean and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Drive approximately 2 hours northeast and you'll find a slew of ski resorts. And directly east? Pure bliss! Over the holidays, my husband and I managed to sne... Read More » -
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Gluten-Free Goodness From Udi’s
Published on Sunday, January 8, 2012 by caryn Up until a few years ago, there wasn't a lot of discussion regarding gluten intolerance and celiac disease. People I know suffered and underwent a series of tests before being diagnosed with the autoimmune disease. I can't even imagine how difficult it would be to completely eliminate gluten from my diet. Yet, the alternative, suffering with uncomfortable and de... Read More » -
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Cleaner Air for the New Year!
Published on Sunday, January 8, 2012 by caryn As someone who not only suffers from allergies, but has a husband, a child, and a mother who also suffer from allergies, I am always looking for ways to minimize exacerbations. One of the most important steps we take is to eliminate exposure to triggers, particularly those that are synthetic like toxic cleaning solutions, perfumes, candles, air fresheners, etc. I ... Read More » -
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iCapture: Knott’s Berry Farm
Published on Friday, January 6, 2012 by caryn Christmas is so last year! But since this is a photography series, I thought I'd share some of my favorite shots captured via iPhone last week at Knott's Merry Farm which is the park's holiday transformation. Unfiltered What have you “captured” this week? Share your photos below! // ... Read More » -
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DIY Pizza Party Night! *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, January 5, 2012 by caryn It's Friday night and nobody wants to cook. After shopping, prepping, and cooking meals all week, the very last thing I want to do on a Friday night is whip up something elaborate. It's way too easy (and definitely more expensive) to stop at one of our local restaurants and pick up dinner after a long week. But with the new year ahead, I'm sticking to my goal of... Read More » -
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A Positive Approach To Weight Loss
Published on Thursday, January 5, 2012 by caryn I wish I could say that on January 1st, I stopped dipping into our chocolate stash, frequenting my favorite coffee shop for a latte, or eating grilled cheese. We haven't even completed the first week of January and I've done all of those things. However, that doesn't mean my goals to lose 23 pounds won't be realized this year. The start of the new year brings hope ... Read More » -
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In the Know With Bluum
Published on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 by caryn You might have guessed that I thoroughly enjoy trying new products and services. Unlike some, who prefer to stick with one brand of makeup, shampoo, fill-in-the-blank, I like to venture to see if perhaps there might be something better. The trade-off to that adventurous side in me is the chance that I won't like said product or service, thereby wasting the money inv... Read More » -
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New Year, New Do! Blowouts at Drybar
Published on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 by caryn We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day. -Edith Lovejoy Pierce The new year is all about fresh starts...a chance to set new goals...an opportunity to transform habits...an endeavor to a new you. Living in Southern California, it's easy ... Read More » -
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Happy New Year!
Published on Sunday, January 1, 2012 by caryn On the east coast, the ball drops on New Year's Eve. On the west coast, locals and tourists camp out in Pasadena for the Rose Parade. Since New Year's Day falls on a Sunday this year, the iconic parade will take place on Monday! Much like in previous years, my sweet little family will snuggle on the couch to watch the parade from the comfort of home. If you're ... Read More » -
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Cirque du Soleil’s Iris
Published on Sunday, January 1, 2012 by caryn From the moment the show opened, I was captivated... Light and sound...picture and motion...make believe and reality converge into Cirque du Soleil's most imaginative show to date. Iris, which was specifically created for the city where it all began, debuted for an extensive run this past Fall at LA's historic Kodak Theatre. Much like Mystère, La Nouba, Wintuk, a... Read More » -
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The Newly-Designed 2012 Honda CR-V
Published on Saturday, December 31, 2011 by caryn With the start of the new year comes the decision we've been putting off for some time...the decision to purchase a new automobile. If our family grew by just one, we would have no choice but to invest in a minivan. But given the fact that we're the typical two child American family, there are a number of vehicle options that would meet our needs for comfort, perf... Read More » -
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A Walk Through the New Amsterdam Theatre
Published on Saturday, December 31, 2011 by caryn As someone with a passion for the arts, I'm always intrigued by the intricate details that go into a live production. One of the most unique experiences to date was a private tour and walk through of the New Amsterdam Theatre, which is the current home of Mary Poppins on Broadway. Built in the early 1900's, the theater is the oldest venue on Broadway (along with... Read More » -
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Dinner + Coffee = Perfect Date Night!
Published on Friday, December 30, 2011 by caryn I know that my husband and I don't get in nearly the time together that we want and need. Busy schedules, small children, and life just seem to get in the way. But like all relationships, togetherness, conversation, and a bit of laughter are the "fuel" necessary to sustain it. Plum District currently has a deal that will get you two Fandango movie tickets and a... Read More » -
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iCapture: Walt Disney Studios
Published on Friday, December 30, 2011 by caryn Over the past few years, I've developed this incredible passion for photography. Since purchasing the iPhone earlier this year, I've come to rely on it's 5-megapixels camera for those brilliant, unexpected moments when my official camera is at home. Surprisingly, the iPhone camera takes some incredible photos...photos that I've actually used on this site because they ... Read More » -
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Aline Brosh McKenna…On Her Involvement ...
Published on Friday, December 30, 2011 by caryn One week ago, the film inspired by the true story of a man who bought a zoo opened in theaters nationwide. We Bought A Zoo, the poignant, inspirational film that is capturing hearts across the country, was written by Aline Brosh Mckenna, the accomplished storyteller who's work includes The Devil Wears Prada, 27 Dresses, and I Don't Know How She Does It. During my vis... Read More » -
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Resolutions…Sleep Better! *Giveaway*
Published on Friday, December 30, 2011 by caryn Who would have thought that having a child would be so disruptive to one's sleep? Even after four and a half years, I'm still struggling through nights of interrupted sleep. Fortunately, those interruptions are temporary! Sleep is truly a complex physiologic process, influenced by a number of different factors. Some, like children who wake up at 2 am, aren't easi... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Peppermint Sugar Cooki...
Published on Thursday, December 29, 2011 by caryn If you can believe it, I have yet to bake a holiday cookie this season! Shh! But the year is not over which means I still have time to get my bake on. Sugar cookies are a staple during this time of year, and while in and of themselves perfectly delectable, they can always be enhanced! The recipe for basic sugar cookies is quite simple. From a basic recipe, lik... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Vegan Vanilla Cinnamon...
Published on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 by caryn My closest friends and family know that breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. If given the option, I'd choose breakfast for lunch or dinner each and every time. Pancakes, waffles, omelets...all foods I love along with my son. Unfortunately, because he suffers from food allergies, he can't eat any of them, along with a number of other breakfast foods. Having... Read More » -
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New Year’s Entertaining With Fresh ...
Published on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 by caryn After weeks of cooking and baking, I'm ready for a bit of a New Year's break! I LOVE this time of year because I get the opportunity to experiment with holiday flavors like peppermint, pumpkin, and gingerbread. And fortunately, stores like Fresh & Easy make it easy for me to enjoy my favorites without having to step foot into my kitchen. [captio... Read More » -
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Totsy’s After Christmas Sales
Published on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 by caryn If "Santa" didn't bring you everything you hoped for, or you simply want to take advantage of some amazing after-Christmas sales, check out Toty's amazing blowout specials going on now through the end of the year. Here are just some of the sales going on right now! Junior jackets for $15 Women's shoes starting at just $3.50 Disney character accessories for ... Read More » -
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What to Do With Those Turkey Leftovers!
Published on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 by caryn I find it incredibly ironic that I'm writing a post about leftovers, given the fact that in general, I don't enjoy food that was prepared and eaten the previous day. But for this very reason, I wanted to share some ways you can enjoy leftovers. Turkey is a holiday staple during this time of year. For the amount of time and effort it takes to prepare a whole turkey... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Fresh Veggie and Groun...
Published on Monday, December 26, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Aisha. Congrats! Like most children I know, our kids could eat pasta every single day and not tire of it. Pasta is a staple in our household, and my "go-to" meal when I don't want to make something elaborate or it's time for a grocery run. By incorporating a low-fat protein, such as ground turkey brea... Read More » -
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The Post Holiday Clean-Up!
Published on Monday, December 26, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_29401" align="alignright" width="199" caption="Photo Credit: jade007"][/caption] After a weekend of sharing, conversing, eating, and relaxing, it's time for a post holiday clean-up. While I strive to "clean" while I'm prepping and cooking, I reserve the "deep clean" for after the guests have left. This also gives me an opportunity to start... Read More » -
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Merry Christmas!
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Merry Christmas…Disney Style!
Published on Saturday, December 24, 2011 by caryn There are very few things that I "collect," however, for as long as I can remember, I've frequented The Disney Store each year at this time to infuse our holiday decor and celebrations with a little Disney magic. This year, we added two new ornaments to our collection... This Mickey & Minnie Ornament Set is simple, elegant, and unique. Each ornament is designed... Read More » -
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“No Cook” Alternatives For Holida...
Published on Friday, December 23, 2011 by caryn Earlier this week, I shared my plans for our Christmas meal. Along with a ham we received from Walmart, I'll be serving vegan apple and butternut squash soup, scalloped potatoes, salad, bread, and a prepared dessert. Easy! As opposed to Thanksgiving, where the hubby and I went all out, going so far as to make even the cranberry sauce from scratch, Sunday's meal ... Read More » -
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Semi-Homemade Boston Market-Inspired Recipes
Published on Friday, December 23, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Margie, Patricia W C, and Angie. Congrats! As much as I enjoy getting creative with my holiday meals, preparing and cooking for a large number of people can be time consuming, stressful, and costly. If you still haven't decided what you'll serve this Christmas, why not opt for a few semi-homemade di... Read More » -
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Film Review: We Bought a Zoo
Published on Friday, December 23, 2011 by caryn "You know, sometimes all you need is twenty seconds of insane courage. Just literally twenty seconds of just embarrassing bravery. And I promise you, something great will come of it" - We Bought a Zoo What do you do when faced with tragedy? How do you persevere when life as you know it is irreversibly and permanently changed? For the Mee family, healing began in an... Read More »
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