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iCapture: Disney’s Art of Animation Res...
Published on Sunday, April 29, 2012 by caryn So much of my love for Disney is tied to the films I've been watching with my family and my children for years. I've just spent four days in Orlando, attending the third annual Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. The invite-only conference brought together parenting bloggers from across the world to celebrate their love for Disney and their passion for this onli... Read More » -
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Extra Magic Hours at the Walt Disney World Re...
Published on Friday, April 27, 2012 by caryn For the first time in as long as we can remember, my husband and I are on a mini vacation without our kids. With just a long weekend to enjoy the magic at the Walt Disney World Resort, we're looking for ways to make the most of our short visit. There are a ton of benefits to staying on property, one of which is Extra Magic Hours. Guests staying at one of the Wal... Read More » -
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Wild Africa Trek At Disney’s Animal Kin...
Published on Saturday, April 21, 2012 by caryn I want adventure in the great wide somewhere -Belle, Beauty and the Beast The past month has been quite the whirlwind. From shooting arrows in San Francisco to zip-lining deep in the wilderness of Kissimmee, I've definitely satisfied my craving for adventure. Last week, a group of 20 bloggers embarked on a series of nature-themed adventures in celebration of D... Read More » -
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Disneynature Chimpanzee Premieres in Orlando
Published on Thursday, April 19, 2012 by caryn One million. That is the number of chimpanzees living in places like the Tai Forest off the Ivory Coast of Africa. Today, only one fifth of that number remain. Without intervention, this fascinating species could become extinct in certain parts of the world over the next two decades. Last week, I had the privilege of attending the red carpet premiere of Disn... Read More » -
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An Inside Look At Pixar Animation Studios
Published on Thursday, April 12, 2012 by caryn I have this list...this list of things I want to accomplish in my life. It includes everything from writing a children's book to driving across the country. Surprisingly, I've checked some things off. Others seem so far out of reach. Despite the fact that I haven't updated it on this site, I have a journal where I'm constantly writing down new things I want to s... Read More » -
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Win a Seven Day Dream Vacation To Kissimmee, ...
Published on Thursday, April 12, 2012 by caryn Some of my most cherished memories were spent with loved ones across the world. From cruising the Mediterranean with my parents to moving halfway across the world to Europe as a newlywed with my husband, travel has been integral to expanding my world view on people and cultures. One of my favorite quotes is by philosopher and theologian St. Augustine. “The wo... Read More » -
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iCapture: LPGA Kia Classic at the La Costa R...
Published on Saturday, March 24, 2012 by caryn It was a beautiful, serene day in Carlsbad as we closed out day 6 of the LPGA Kia Classic. As I mentioned yesterday, I'm here at the La Costa Resort & Spa with Kia, getting to know the brand and getting my first experience with women's professional golf. I never imagined I would enjoy the sport as much as I have and I'm looking forward to another peaceful day ... Read More » -
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A Travel-Inspired Recipe: Tuna Nicoise Salad
Published on Friday, March 23, 2012 by caryn Travel has this way of opening up your eyes to see the world from a broader perspective. Some of my greatest memories were created while traveling with friends, family, and my husband. It was the summer of 2006 and my husband and I were in the midst of an 8 week long backpacking adventure through Europe. We did things we never imagined we'd do, like sleeping in... Read More » -
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Kia Classic
Published on Thursday, March 22, 2012 by caryn [caption id="attachment_31200" align="aligncenter" width="370" caption="Photo Credit: Kia Classic"][/caption] If you're a golf afcionado, then you might be following the Kia Classic, a women's professional golf tournament currently being held at the La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, California. As the name would suggest, Kia Motors is the title sponsor, and th... 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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iCapture: Beverly Hills in Pictures
Published on Monday, February 6, 2012 by caryn It's the city of glitz and glam and home to notable Hollywood celebrities. It's also one of the most glamorous places in the world for beauty, fashion, and shopping. This week's iCapture gives you a taste of Beverly Hills, where I'm currently staying to cover the upcoming 3D animated film The Lorax. Here are just a few photos I took on a leisurely Sunday afternoo... Read More » -
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Well Traveled: Casa Del Mar
Published on Sunday, January 29, 2012 by caryn It wasn't until I was in my early twenties that I started leaving the comforts of home to venture out and see the world. I had just graduated college and my dreams were big. I wanted to visit all of the places I had read about in books and studied in school. It really didn't take long to decide that my travel adventures would start in Europe. Sometimes there are b... 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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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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iCapture: New York City Holidays in Pictures
Published on Friday, December 9, 2011 by caryn As for New York City, it is a place apart. There is not its match in any other country in the world. Pearl S. Buck New York City is one of my favorite cities in the world...glitzy and glamourous...whimsical and sentimental...contemporary yet historic. There are not many cities I'd want to live in, outside of Southern California. But oh how I'd love to spend a year... Read More » -
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Blue Marble Spa Fall Relaxation and Escapes
Published on Sunday, November 6, 2011 by caryn I think it should be required that each and every mom get an assigned day week afternoon to simply relax in whichever way we choose. Some women find sitting in a coffee shop with a book in hand incredibly therapeutic. Others run, meditate, or do yoga. I find bliss at the spa. Earlier this year, I spent an evening at The Hyatt Regency Mission Bay in San Diego.... Read More » -
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Travel Shopping Challenge…In Search of ...
Published on Friday, September 9, 2011 by caryn We are a family that travels. We traveled as a married couple without children and now take different kinds of trips as a family. It used to be easy to sneak away to Santa Barbara or San Diego for the weekend when it was just the two of us. These days our vacations and even staycations require a bit more planning. But having children does not preclude us from ta... 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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From Mammoth, With Love
Published on Saturday, July 30, 2011 by caryn It's been strangely quiet around here, but with good reason! We are in Mammoth, California hiking, swimming, camping and enjoying the great outdoors! This coming week, I'll have some amazing photos and posts on our trip. But for now, here is a shot I took when we first arrived (taken with my iPhone while driving in the car)! Have a rockin' weekend!... Read More » -
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Travel and More on Totsy
Published on Thursday, June 30, 2011 by caryn The hubby and I just might get a weekend away...alone! Totsy is having an amazing travel sale and it's almost over!! Save on grown-up getaways to Napa Valley, California, St. Lucia, and Tulum Mexico! We're very excited about the Napa getaway to the Silverado Spa & Resort. The package includes the following: Two 50-minute spa treatments Double occupan... Read More »
