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Professional Spring Cleaning With Stanley Ste...
Published on Sunday, May 13, 2012 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Solducky. Congrats! Spring is the season where many are inspired to clean, reorganize, and even redecorate. There is something about the blooming of flowers, the longer days, and warmer weather that inspire change. After a wonderfully relaxing Mother's Day, the last thing I want to think about is... Read More » -
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Celebrate Moms During May At Mimi’s Caf...
Published on Friday, May 11, 2012 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. The winners are: Elena, Sue C. and Courtney B With Mother's Day just a few days away, I've been thinking a lot about how I want to celebrate and recognize those moms in my life who have inspired me. I appreciate the fact that there is an annual day set aside each year just for this purpose, but too often the work moms do day in and day ou... Read More » -
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Director Patricia Riggen, Eva Mendes, Cierra ...
Published on Friday, May 11, 2012 by Caryn Bailey My tween and teen years were relatively uneventful. Growing up as an only child in a Puerto Rican family, my parents kept the lines of communication open. The attention they poured over me and the important life lessons they modeled ensured that I felt loved and respected, even if they were a bit overprotective. My parents set boundaries yet encouraged my independence... Read More » -
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Makinson Island Through Photos
Published on Friday, May 11, 2012 by Caryn Bailey To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment. ~Jane Austen Hiking...boating...ziplining... These are definitely not the types of activities that come to mind when I think about vacationing in Orlando. Florida is green, lush, and rich in plant and wildlife, yet many families never see beyond the gates of Orlando's ico... Read More » -
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Adventure Seekers: Boggy Creek Airboat Rides
Published on Friday, May 11, 2012 by Caryn Bailey And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair — Kahlil Gibran After a thrilling adventure that took me to new heights (hehe), an airboat ride through the Florida wetlands seemed like a relaxing way to take in some of the area's natural beauty. Last month, I found myself immersed in a variety of eco-adventu... Read More » -
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Adventure Seekers: Ziplining With Florida Eco...
Published on Friday, May 11, 2012 by Caryn Bailey 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 [caption id="attachment_32290" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: Florida EcoSafaris"][/caption] ... Read More » -
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Girl In Progress…Celebrating the Mother...
Published on Thursday, May 10, 2012 by Caryn Bailey There is no way to be a perfect mother, and a million ways to be a good one. – Jill Churchill On a weekend where we celebrate the moms in our lives comes a film that speaks to mothers and daughters, right where they're at. Girl In Progress opens in theaters nationwide on May 11th, perfectly timed for Mother's Day weekend, and at the heart of the film is a story a... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Spring Recipes: Vegan Lemon Cup...
Published on Thursday, May 10, 2012 by Caryn Bailey I love this time of year because the weather is warm, but tolerable, our garden is blooming with tomatoes and roses, and we have an abundance of sunlight for extended outdoor play. This time of year always seems to be full of gatherings and parties, and it seems like every week my son's preschool is celebrating something. Food allergies still dominate our lives, a... Read More » -
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Family-Friendly Vacations at Global Resort Ho...
Published on Thursday, May 10, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. - Helen Keller Have kids. Will travel. My husband and I began our marriage traveling. We honeymooned in Tahiti, backpacked Europe, and cruised the Mexican Riviera. Collectively, we've visited more than 15 countries. Before having children, my husband and I decided that we would continue to travel. Some of our ... Read More » -
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Five Family-Friendly Features You’ll Lo...
Published on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 by Caryn Bailey For the past 6 months or so, we've been seriously looking at a handful of vehicles, in preparation for that day when my husband's SUV will permanently retire. One of the key attributes we look for in a vehicle is longevity, and given the fact that we tend to be quite brand loyal, we are proud to say that all 3 of our vehicles have transported our family over 100,000... Read More » -
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Celebrate Mother’s Day With Elegant Bou...
Published on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is by April Y. Congrats! Two weeks ago, our little family bundled up as the rain steadily fell in what we hope is the last storm of the season. In that short amount of time, our weather has warmed up drastically, and with it we've seen some of the most beautiful roses bloom in our garden. I love flow... Read More » -
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Mother’s Day Brunch: Easy Mediterranean...
Published on Monday, May 7, 2012 by Caryn Bailey With Mother's Day just one week away, I've been thinking about how to celebrate the special moms in my life, including my own mother. Sunday brunch has always been a tradition for us, but the restaurants in our area typically increase their prices and have long wait lists. Combine that with 2 small children and Mother's Day brunch at a fancy restaurant seems less re... Read More » -
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Gift Ideas For Moms Who Love To Cook
Published on Monday, May 7, 2012 by Caryn Bailey A few years ago, you wouldn't find me baking vegan cupcakes or whipping up a batch of gluten free tomato basil soup. In fact, I didn't really enjoy being in the kitchen unless I was baking simple dishes because I lacked confidence in my culinary skills. When my son was diagnosed with food allergies more than 2 years ago, I was inspired to find ways for him to enjoy ... Read More » -
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Super Toys For My Little Super Hero!
Published on Sunday, May 6, 2012 by Caryn Bailey It's only been in theaters for three days, yet Marvel's The Avengers set a new opening weekend box office record. The Sci-Fi action/adventure film that brings together some of the most notable super heroes in comic book history offers an engaging, on the edge of your seat cinematic experience. Even before the film was released, retailers across the country displ... Read More » -
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Celebrating The Beauty and Joy of Pregnancy T...
Published on Saturday, May 5, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Despite the wealth of information available on pregnancy, many women still feel alone and lack support during this beautiful, miraculous, joyous time. I am incredibly thankful that I wasn't the first in my network of friends and family members to experience pregnancy because I had a number of older, wiser, and more experienced women to look to for support and educat... Read More » -
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Crest and Oral-B Launch Pro-Health Clinical L...
Published on Friday, May 4, 2012 by Caryn Bailey As a mom, a nurse, and a woman, I'm incredibly passionate about health and wellness. Preventive care is very important to me and I strive to ensure that our family is eating a wholesome diet, getting plenty of outside physical activity, and obtaining annual screenings as recommended by our health care providers. For the past month, my husband and I committed to a... Read More » -
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Marvel’s The Avengers Team Up For A Sen...
Published on Friday, May 4, 2012 by Caryn Bailey I still believe in heroes - Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), The Avengers This is the film that comic book fans have long anticipated...the film where six of the most iconic Marvel Super Heroes join forces against an enemy so powerful, it will take their collaboration and collective strengths to defeat him. Marvel's The Avengers opened in theaters nationwide today,... Read More » -
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Celebrating Mother-Daughter Relationships: Gi...
Published on Thursday, May 3, 2012 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Natalia. Congrats! I love this time of year because it always seems like the studios wait for late Spring, early Summer to release the most anticipated films. Perfectly timed for Mother's Day comes a film about a single mom (Eva Mendes), who is too busy working and absorbed in her relationships to ... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Mama Featured In National Walma...
Published on Thursday, May 3, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Most days, our lives are quite uneventful. My husband goes to work, my son goes to preschool, and my daughter and I spend time together doing everything from reading and playing to napping and errands. When I started this blog nearly five years ago, I never imagined I'd be doing the kinds of things I've been doing, particularly as of late. From traveling across t... Read More » -
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Mitsubishi Introduces It’s New 100% Ele...
Published on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Deanna G. Congrats! I remember when a gallon of gas was just under $2. With prices just over $4 and no sign of a reprieve, efficiency will definitely play a significant role in our future car purchasing decisions. While we haven't spent a lot of time researching available options, my husband and I... Read More »
