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Rockin’ Back to School With Tea Collect...
Published on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 by caryn I enjoy shopping for my children, even more than I enjoy shopping for myself. My son is now at this adorable age where he'll actually pick things out to wear, some of which go well together. Tea Collection is one of my favorite children's clothing companies. As you might know, I have an incredible passion for travel...for discovering beauty...for interacting with... Read More » -
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Photo Apps I Use Everyday
Published on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 by caryn Over the past year, I've sat in on numerous photography sessions while attending social media conferences. One of the tips that seemed to be shared repeatedly was the importance of taking pictures daily. If I don't have my DSLR in tow, I'm capturing my children's silly, adorable moments or the beauty of the US via my mobile phone. And while the best photographer... Read More » -
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Pixie Hollow Games *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Melissa! Just two weeks ago, men, women, and children gathered at the Anaheim Convention Center to celebrate their love for all-things Disney. Guests were offered a deeper connection through sneak peeks, first-looks, special announcements, and celebrity appearances. During D23 Expo, it was announced that produc... Read More » -
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The Sustainability of Glass *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Mary Gardner! For the past few years, my husband and I have been mindful of plastics. We've almost completely eliminated plastic water bottles (apart from when we're traveling and finding filtered water is difficult), opting for reusable and glass whenever possible. I carry a supply of reusable bags in my trunk and... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Back to School With Lands’...
Published on Monday, August 29, 2011 by caryn It seems like just a few months ago, I was cleaning out both of my children's drawers, bagging those outfits that no longer fit them to donate to our local Salvation Army. Today I put a shirt on my son that I had just bought not too long ago, only to find that either it shrunk in the wash, or he's outgrown it. With back to school season here, we're sorting throug... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Back to School With Crayola
Published on Sunday, August 28, 2011 by caryn I love when my daughter runs up to me with a piece of paper in her hand, motioning for me to get her the box of crayons stored on our bookshelf. Both of my children enjoy coloring, but my husband and I agree that our daughter is the artistic, creative one. We wouldn't be surprised if she took it up as a hobby as she gets older because she colors much more than my ... Read More » -
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Apricot Lane’s Newest SoCal Destination...
Published on Sunday, August 28, 2011 by caryn Looking for the latest fashion trend? Want an outfit so unique, you may be one of a handful to own it? Check out Apricot Lane, the latest celebrity-inspired fashion destination now open at Downtown Disney. The franchise, which specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind clothing and accessories, seeks to offer it's guests the latest in fashion trends while ens... Read More » -
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Outfitted for Travel
Published on Sunday, August 28, 2011 by caryn “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain I absolutely love this quote from Mark Twain. It is why my husband and I lived, worked, and backpacked Europe ... Read More » -
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Serta iComfort Free Boxspring Event *Giveaway...
Published on Wednesday, August 24, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Cathi C. A huge congrats to her! I am currently sitting in a bedroom in Benton Harbor, Michigan, listening to the thunder and rain as the lightning illuminates the sky, missing my bed. There's nothing like a good night's sleep, and while I definitely don't think I'm going to have any difficulty fa... Read More » -
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Testing Out the New Windows Phone 7
Published on Monday, August 22, 2011 by caryn On any given day, I'm juggling schedules and multi-tasking...trying to stay organized so that I don't miss a school activity, a doctor appointment or a conference call. Technology is such that I can take a picture of my son, capture my daughter on video, record an interview, coordinate schedules with my husband, check my email, receive turn-by-turn navigational dire... Read More » -
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Octavia Spencer…On Her Role in The Help
Published on Sunday, August 21, 2011 by caryn Very few films touch me so deeply, that I want to go out and change the world (or at least attempt to). Most films amuse or entertain, keeping their audience somewhat detached so that they walk away feeling content with their life and the world they live in. The Help, which currently holds the number 1 spot at the box office, does just the opposite. I didn't wal... Read More » -
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A First Look At Kinect: Disneyland Adventures
Published on Saturday, August 20, 2011 by caryn D23 Expo is all about first looks, sneak peeks, and special experiences, so it's fitting that fans and gamers would be able to get hands-on with Xbox's latest venture, Kinect: Disneyland Adventures. Scheduled to be released mid-November (just in time for the holidays), children and adults will experience the park in a unique, immersive, and personal way. Having... Read More » -
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D23 Expo…A Sneak Peek
Published on Friday, August 19, 2011 by caryn I don't think I've ever seen the Anaheim Convention Center so quiet...so still. Tonight, I had the rare opportunity to preview and photograph the Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives and the Carousel of Projects. Tomorrow, when D23 Expo opens to the public, it will be filled with adults and children who have at least one thing in common...their love for all-thing... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Back to School with Totsy!
Published on Thursday, August 18, 2011 by caryn A couple of weeks ago, I was helping my son get dressed and noticed one of his shirts was short. I've never been perfect with the laundry, but I was pretty certain I hadn't shrunk anything, particularly because this was a new shirt. Later that week, his teacher commented that she thought he had a growth spurt. Children grow so quickly! If you're shopping for th... Read More » -
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Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Ad...
Published on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 by caryn When I think about the food at a theme park, I envision hamburgers and hot dogs, rather than chicken and tofu skewers or a healthy Greek salad. The beauty of visiting the Disneyland Resort is that you can experience both...in the same day if you desire. Last month, Paradise Garden Grill debuted at Disney California Adventure Park. At just under $15, the quick-s... Read More » -
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Putting a Little Spice In Our On-The-Go Recip...
Published on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 by caryn While my husband and I have made it a priority to at least eat dinner together as a family, both of us have busy, traveling, and often conflicting work schedules that preclude us from eating most meals together. Between playdates, day trips, and appointments, we're often eating on the go. The amount of "fast food" we consume is very minimal so very often I'll prepare ... Read More » -
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D23 Expo
Published on Monday, August 15, 2011 by caryn Being the Disney fan that I am, I have been waiting two years for The Ultimate Disney Fan Event! This week, D23 Expo returns to Anaheim for an entire weekend of all-things Disney! For those of you who may not be familiar with D23, it is the first official community for Disney fans. I thought it had a deep-rooted history, however the fan club is relatively new... Read More » -
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Sam’s Club Partners With Box Tops for E...
Published on Monday, August 15, 2011 by caryn This Giveaway is now closed. Congrats to our winner, Sand! Last week, I told you about Box Tops for Education, a phenomenal program that helps raise money for schools. Not only have they partnered with Walmart to offer extra box tops this month, they've partnered with Sam's Club to offer 6 Box Tops on a Pack. If you purchase participating products such as Honey... Read More » -
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The Help
Published on Monday, August 15, 2011 by caryn It's not often that a movie moves you...speaks to you...evokes within you emotion that can't be put into words. Two months ago, I was treated to a sneak peak of the The Help, thanks to Disney and DreamWorks. I haven't seen a film that resonated with me the way this one did in a very long time. I was warned to bring tissues...a box of them. And while I definite... Read More » -
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Summer Savings at Kroger *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, August 15, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Mayra V. Congrats! Our two biggest expenses (apart from our mortgage) are gas and food. While I am definitely not opposed to using coupons and comparison shopping, I don't have a lot of time to research, stack, and shop at multiple locations. I always think it's easier to buy most (if not all) of my... Read More »
