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Making a Splash With SwimWays
Published on Wednesday, July 6, 2011 by caryn It was 99 degrees in Orange County today. As soon as we entered July, we also entered the dry, hot summers that California is known for. Fortunately, our community has a pool and we've been taking full advantage of it! My son is four years old and hasn't received formal swimming lessons. My goal was to enroll him in lessons prior to this point, but a series o... Read More » -
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Cars 2: The Video Game
Published on Wednesday, July 6, 2011 by caryn Ten days ago, Disney/Pixar's animated film Cars 2 raced to the #1 spot at the close of opening weekend. My son can't stop talking about the film, and it helps that we have some movie-inspired toys to keep us occupied. We've also been "training" with Finn McMissile in Cars 2: The Video Game. [caption id="attachment_25422" align="aligncenter" width="488" caption="P... Read More » -
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Tips on Keeping Your Dishwasher and Disposal ...
Published on Sunday, July 3, 2011 by caryn I rely heavily on my appliances to make cleaning efficient. In a given day I could run two loads of dishes when I'm preparing three meals. In the 2 1/2 years we've lived in our home, we've yet to clean our dishwasher or garbage disposal (Ack!). We simply didn't know that our newish dishwasher and garbage disposal require cleaning to remove built-up residue and odors... Read More » -
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Britax Launches It’s First Baby Carrier
Published on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 by caryn I wear my children for two reasons...attachment and convenience. In those sweet, blissful newborn days, babies need to be next to their mamas. The gentle sway, warmth, and sounds of her heartbeat mimic that what is experienced in utero. And, if I'm being honest, it's much more convenient to have a baby secured to me while I'm running after my preschooler. O... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Out With Voice Rockrz
Published on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by caryn Music is an integral part of our family. My husband sings and I played the piano for many years. Both of my children enjoy music, particularly my daughter who literally dances every time she hears a song (even if it's simply on television). With reality shows like American Idol, many children and young adults enjoy exploring their own musical talent. Awhile bac... Read More » -
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Skin Care Pick of the Week – bareMinera...
Published on Monday, June 20, 2011 by caryn One of my biggest skin care challenges is finding products that are designed for sensitive skin yet effective. I don't mind if a product is mildly scented, as long as it's not overwhelming. With combination skin, I need a group of products that will assist with hydration without causing me to breakout. I'm very careful about the skin care products I try, parti... Read More » -
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Eco Pick of the Week: CamelBak Groove *Giveaw...
Published on Monday, June 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Zoe! Congrats! Several years ago, I made the decision to stop purchasing bottled water. Not only is the plastic harmful to our environment, the water has not been proven to be any safer than tap water (Environmental Working Group). At home, we use a water pitcher that contains a filter, so that we... Read More » -
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Beauty Pick of the Week: Clean, TRUblend, Bla...
Published on Monday, June 13, 2011 by caryn Thank you to Kroger and CoverGirl for sponsoring this review. While CoverGirl provided me with a $30 gift card to purchase CoverGirl products at Kroger stores, the opinions I've expressed here are solely my own, represent my honest viewpoint, and not that of CoverGirl, Kroger, or Proctor & Gamble. I am making no claims about the products, just expressi... 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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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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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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Disney and Nordstrom Launch it’s a smal...
Published on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 by caryn As a little girl growing up in LA, I have many fond memories of our family trips to Disneyland. I can remember the excitement of riding Space Mountain with my father, and the wonder as we sailed through the different countries on 'it's a small world.' This year marks the 45th anniversary of 'it's a small world' at the Disneyland Resort and in celebration of this ... Read More » -
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Keeping You Connected and Hands-Free With Mot...
Published on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 by caryn A few years back, California instituted a hands-free law which makes it illegal to use a handheld cellular phone while driving. While bluetooth devices existed prior to this law, I'm not certain they received as much attention as they do these days. I remember using an older bluetooth device that had to be plugged into a phone. Companies began to take a look at th... Read More » -
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Getting My Dance On! *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, May 16, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Miranda W. and Sabine. B. Congrats! Do you ever get bored with exercise? I do! And if I'm not bored, I'm tired...or busy. Too often exercise takes a back seat, despite the fact that it's vital for physical health and emotional wellness. I'm a firm believer in changing up your exercise routine... Read More » -
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Cascade’s 24 Hour Challenge!
Published on Monday, May 16, 2011 by caryn Jackie, Elisabeth, Owen's Mom, Tiffany, and Vicki W. will all be receiving trial packs. Yay! Do you ever doubt your dishwasher? I do. The eco side of me says to take all of those dirty dishes, no matter how many days they've been sitting there, and load them up without turning the water on. The germ-a-phobe side of me insists on rinsing...even scrubbing t... Read More » -
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Putting Dyson’s Digital Slim Vacuum To ...
Published on Sunday, May 15, 2011 by caryn Having children means coming to terms with their little messes. Whether it's my daughter throwing her Cheerios all over the living room, or my son emptying his sand-filled shoes on our floors, there is never a dull moment when it comes to domestics! Thankfully, Dyson's Digital Slim Vacuum is versatile enough to handle these not so teeny messes. Check out how we'... Read More » -
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The Ins and Outs of Dyson’s Digital Sli...
Published on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 by caryn While I can't say that there are a lot of household chores I enjoy, vacuuming is one I actually don't mind. There is something about a clean floor that just makes the entire house feel cleaner. [caption id="attachment_23976" align="alignright" width="225" caption="Photo Credit: Dyson"][/caption] We live in a two story house with carpet upstairs and tile/lamina... Read More » -
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Easy Photo Sharing With Kodak
Published on Thursday, May 5, 2011 by caryn Over the last year or so, I've become extremely passionate about photography. It was probably meant to be, considering my father's line of work involved photography. With two young children who are growing and changing quickly, you'll almost always find me with some type of camera in tow to capture their funny, adorable, and sometimes messy moments. Digital ... Read More » -
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Paint It Purple With Welch’s
Published on Friday, April 8, 2011 by caryn I have taught and modeled healthy eating habits for my children since they were born. Fruits and vegetables were my children's first foods, and while they definitely don't eat every piece of produce I place on their plate, they manage to consume a colorful variety of foods. Juice is one of those foods (err...drinks) that I go back and forth with. I enjoy dr... Read More »
