I’m constantly amazed at the programs available for children these days. I don’t remember receiving a computer until I was in high school. And apart from writing papers and playing Solitaire, I don’t remember spending time doing anything else on it. More and more kids are going online to play games, read stories, and view programs. In fact, I recently learned of a computer program geared towards children ages 1-6!
A little over a week ago, the three of us headed to the famous Jim Henson Company in Los Angeles to preview Wilson & Ditch: Digging America. This web-based series, geared towards children ages 6-10, follows the adventures of two gopher brothers who explore America. Wilson and Ditch travel the country in their green-powered van learning all about American culture, history, and geography. The webisodes are short…only three or four minutes. However, based on their research, this is just the right amount of time for a child who is viewing web-based content. I was surprised at how much content could be covered in such a short amount of time.
Wilson & Ditch: Digging America, is produced by The Jim Henson Company and launched in January. The characters are brought to life using the Emmy Award-winning Henson Digital Puppetry Studio, technology that allows performers to puppeteer and voice digitally animated characters in real time (also used in Sid the Science Kid). Right now children can watch as Wilson and Ditch explore Nashville and Philadelphia and share experiences and resources for families visiting some of the country’s popular cities, national parks, and attractions. The series can be found on PBS Kids Go!, an online destination and resource for children and parents featuring the webisodes, interactive games, a travel blog, downloadable activities, and on-location audio podcasts.
As a mom who traveled extensively before having children, this is a necessary series. I only hope that my husband and I have the opportunity to take our children across the country to explore and learn about our history. Not every child will have this opportunity. What a great way to expose children to the diverse beauty our country offers. Wilson and Ditch are funny and entertaining…attributes that will appeal to children. They’re also teaching children about their country. Check out Wilson and Ditch on PBS Kids Go! It’s free!
Here is a look at where they’re heading next:
While we were on location at The Jim Henson Company, we had an opportunity to tour the lot, speak with Lisa and Brian Henson, and catch a filming of Sid the Science Kid. Check out some of my pictures from our day out.
Last night my husband and I celebrated Valentine’s Day. He took me out to one of our favorite seafood restaurants and we watched Valentine’s Day (which was so good!). Since my husband had been gone on business all week, we made the most of our dinner out alone by catching up on our week’s activities. I brought my camera with me (I always have my camera with me) and showed him pictures of my adventures with the kids. At one point my husband asked me when I was going to stop talking about the frogs. Because apparently, he didn’t know that I liked frogs so much. Neither did I.
Last week Aracely invited me to a media preview of Frogs: A Chorus of Colors at Muzeo. I love museums. I’m the girl that used to spend hours at museums by herself as a single college student. I was all over the frog adventure. This exhibit, which runs through September 5, “features a colorful assortment of…150 live exotic frogs from all over the world…” The exhibit features 15 live frog habitats and 12 interactive stations (which we really didn’t have time to explore since we were captivated by the beauty of the frogs). Here is where you’ll see some of the most beautiful frogs I’ve ever seen. The exhibit is educational and offers children of all ages the opportunity to learn all about the frog. Some of the frogs were so visually stunning that they didn’t look real (until they moved).
Our group had an opportunity to participate in the “feeding of the frogs.” The older kids had a blast doing this and my son was just itching to stick his little hands in their habitat. At the end of the tour, my son was very upset about leaving the frogs. Over the weekend he kept asking me when we were going to see the frogs again. We’ll definitely be going back…with hubby this time!
Here are some fun frog facts (from the exhibit):
• The world’s largest frog is the Goliath frog of West Africa. It can grow to 15 inches and weigh up to 7 pounds – about the size of a newborn human. A goliath frog skeleton is displayed in Frogs: A Chorus of Colors.
• The world’s smallest frog may be the Cuban tree toad, which only grows to a length of 1/2 inch.
• Evidence points to frogs having lived on Earth for some 360 million years, predating many dinosaur species.
• There are approximately 4,900 species of frogs worldwide, with an estimated 1,000 more yet to be discovered.
• A frog’s eyes are a natural marvel, both extremely sensitive to movement and capable of night vision. But these keen peepers even play a key role in digestion. A frog will actually pull its eyes into the roof of its mouth to assist in pushing food down its throat.
• The webbed toes of frogs, besides helping a frog in the water, have been adapted by many tropical tree frog species like the Chinese gliding frog, as a soaring apparatus when they jump from treetop to treetop.
Admission to Frogs: A Chorus of Colors is $13 for adults and $9 for children. For more information about location and times, just visit their website.
Earlier this week, I was invited to attend a Social Media Party at Divine Desserts, a local cupcake shop in our area. From my above tweet, you can see how excited I was. For some unknown reason, this gem of a cupcake shop was sitting right here in my community and I didn’t even know it.
Weird lighting…
Lovin’ the Kitchen Aid Mixers!
Divine Desserts specializes in cupcakes (I counted 25 flavors!) but also offers gourmet cookies, muffin tops, frosting shots (all kinds of YUM!), and specialty cakes. They bake their cupcakes fresh daily and had several of their most popular flavors baked especially for us.
The cupcakes taste as good as they look. The secret? I’m not sure…but I think it helps that they use real Madagascar-Bourbon Vanilla. I know it sounds cliche, but my favorite variety was the Red Velvet. In general I just adore Red Velvet cupcakes and theirs was a perfect creamy blend of cream cheese and moist cake. Their Cookie Dough With Buttercream Frosting came in a close second! I think I tried 5 of their delicious flavors. Guess I’ll be going back for more! Check out their promo, featured on Greers OC!
Cupcakes retail for $3.00 and they’re worth every penny! Their flavors change daily so be sure to follow them on Twitter and Facebook to stay up to date! For more information, just visit their site.
I did not receive compensation for this post. But I did sample some DELICIOUS cupcakes to facilitate this review!
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Last week I had the opportunity to host a Suave Style Party. I’ve used their shampoo and conditioners many, many times, but have never had the opportunity to experience their styling products. Their Professionals line has been proven to work just as effectively as salon brands. In fact, top stylists were surprised by the quality of this line of hair products. The company maintains that quality doesn’t have to be expensive (and I agree!). In a time where we’re all trying to ensure our money goes as far as it can, it’s nice to know that there is a professional alternative to expensive salon brands of hair care products.
The company stands behind their products and invited myself and 10 guests to experience their products firsthand with a local hair stylist. I asked celebrity stylist Shannon Hughey to transform my friends with Suave’s hair care products (and she did an amazing job!). It’s a new year, and us moms really appreciated the new looks she created for us. Shannon showed us how to re-create the looks and how to use Suave’s products to do so. Most of them took some time, but not so much time that I felt like we couldn’t re-create the looks on our own.
Suave is introducing their new line of Professionals products which include Rosemary Mint Shampoo and Conditioner (Invigorating and comparable to Aveda), Almond and Shea Butter Shampoo and Conditioner (moisturizing and comparable to Aveda), and Aloe Vera and Ginseng Shampoo and Conditioner (Volumizing and comparable to Aveda). These products are not even in stores yet! They smell incredible, my hair is easy to manage after using them (I like the Almond and Shea Butter), and it looks great.
So, I asked Shannon to give us her honest opinion on Suave’s new products. The verdict: She thinks they’re fabulous. Check out the transformation we underwent, thanks to Shannon working her magic with Suave’s styling products. You can follow Suave on Twitter or Facebook for the latest on their products and styling tips. They also have an entire section devoted to moms on their site.
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With all the money I spend at a certain coffee shop, I should own a part of it…like a table or a brick…right? I just love my coffee. Unfortunately, I like the “froofy” drinks…the mochas and lattes and ice-blended drinks that cost the most.
Last week I had the opportunity to take some latte lessons from National Barista Champ Heather Perry. This is the second time I’ve seen her work her magic with coffee and I was just as impressed! She showed us how to make cappuccinos, lattes, and mochas…for CHEAP! Heather Perry is a two-time US Barista Champion and has appeared on the Food Network, Discovery Channel, and has a Guinness Book World Record for building the world’s largest espresso machine.
If you’re like me, and struggle to get enough sources of daily calcium, then you’ll be thrilled to learn that this is an excellent way to get in both calcium and Vitamin D. And drinking three glasses of low or nonfat milk daily, is an effective way to maintain a healthy weight. What better way to reap the benefits of milk with a mocha? Here are a few recipes, courtesy of got milk?:
Classic Mocha
Cost: $.90/serving
Ingredients:
1 tbsp. of your favorite chocolate syrup or powder
2 oz. espresso or choice of strong coffee
10 oz. steamed milk
Begin by brewing your 2 shots or 2 oz. of espresso using either an espresso machine or strong brewing method, such as a moka pot. Take a 12 oz. cup and place your espresso at the bottom. Then add your favorite chocolate and mix well. Heat your milk by steaming it using your espresso machine, or heat the milk separately and use a hand frother until the desired amount of froth is created. Fill cup with the heathed milk and top with whipped cream, if desired.
Spiced Latte
Cost: $1/serving
Ingredients:
1 Star Anise
3 Cloves
1/2 Cinnamon Stick
1/2 Vanilla Bean
8 oz. Milk
2 oz. Espresso or Strong Coffee
Begin by brewing your 2 shots or 2 oz. of espresso using either an espresso machine or a strong brewing method, such as a moka pot. Combine spices and milk and heat together by either steaming or by slowly heating it up on the stove over medium heat, and then whipping it using an electric hand frother until the desired amount of forth is created. This will not only heat the milk but also gently infuse the flavors of the spices into the milk. Place your espresso at the bottom of the cup and top with spiced milk.
Breve Blast
Cost: $.60/serving
Ingredients:
2 oz. espresso or choice of strong coffee
1 oz. vanilla syrup
4 oz. milk
Begin by brewing your 2 shots or 2 oz. of espresso using either an espresso machine or a strong brewing methos, such as a moka pot. Place at the bottom of a 16 oz. cup and add your syrup. Top with 8 oz. cold milk. Gulp down for a quick jumpstart.
In January, the company unveiled the first Milk Mustache ad of 2010 with Rebecca Romijn. This her second milk mustache ad and includes her with her twin daughters. The goal of this campaign is to spread the word about the health benefits of drinking milk, which include a reduction in the risk of osteoporosis for women, the building and maintenance of strong bones and lean muscle, and energy. Additionally, Rebecca Romijn and Anita Renfroe kicked off the Great Gallon Give program which encourages moms to put milk on their family table in 2010. Two hundred thousand gallons of milk will be given away online and at 20 events across the country. Milk (which is as affordable as 25 cents a glass) should be a part of every meal.
Right now, you can pass a “virtual” gallon of milk to your friends on Facebook. For each virtual gallon passed, the company will donate $1 to Feeding America (America’s largest network of food banks serving more than 25 million people facing hunger) up to $100,000. You can also enter to win a year’s supply of milk at whymilk.com.
I did not receive compensation for this post. The information was supplied by the company at the media events I attended.
I cannot believe it’s Christmas Eve! We are trying to get settled here at home and my parents will be down with our little boy to meet our daughter for the first time. We had always planned on spending Christmas at our house, but we didn’t think our little girl would be joining us (praise!). We have a tentative menu set for at least one of the two days and it’s very non-traditional. We won’t be having ham or turkey or any of the other traditional Christmas foods tonight. Instead, we’ll have shrimp cocktail, Winter squash and Fuji apple soup, spinach and artichoke dip, sourdough bread and some kind of dessert (still thinking about that!).
Both of my parents are Puerto Rican, and while there are definitely foods specific to our culture, my husband and I don’t often get a chance to prepare or eat them. Now you all know how incredibly skilled and savvy I am in the kitchen (ahem, cough), so when I was invited to Sur La Table for a Latin-themed cooking demonstration with Chef Cynthia Perez, I practically jumped up and down with delight. Fresh & Easy sponsored the event which was an amazing night of delicious food, culinary and entertaining tips, and fellowship with other local bloggers. The only slight problem was that the entire event was conducted in Spanish. That should not have been a problem for this Puerto Rican mother, except that I am not fluent in Spanish. I studied the language for 3 years in high school, but that was not enough to get me through the evening. Fortunately, my good friend Aracely gave me a “play by play” throughout the evening.
Each of us were set up at cooking stations and we had all of the ingredients necessary to follow along with Cynthia as she prepared several Latin courses. Each of the courses were prepared using ingredients found at Fresh & Easy. We received all of the recipes which included a price breakdown. Surprisingly, each dish costs $0.35 to $0.85 per person per serving. Holiday entertaining and meal preparation can be stressful, particularly if you’re hosting a large group. One of the things I came away with from the evening is that meals don’t have to be elaborate or expensive to be tasty.
If you’ve never been in a Fresh & Easy, I highly encourage you to venture over to your local store. When we lived overseas, we shopped at the local Tesco. The British-owned market made it’s way to the US approximately two years ago as Fresh & Easy and offers food products and prepared meals that are free from artificial flavors, colors, and trans fats at affordable prices. This holiday season you’ll find a variety of items to help you out with entertaining and meal planning.
Here is my favorite recipe from the night (Homemade Roasted Poblano Guacamole & Grilled Shrimp), along with the other recipes we prepared, courtesy of Fresh & Easy:
Last week (before I went into labor!) I spent the morning with some fellow OC bloggers at our local Albertson’s gleaning wisdom on everything from centerpieces and DIY gift ideas to appetizers and hot chocolate. Nutritionist Heidi Diller showed us how quick and easy entertaining can be. And at this point in my life, those are two words I NEED to hear.
I’m not one to pay a lot of attention to things like centerpieces and I’d much prefer to purchase them than attempt to make them. Surprisingly, you can put together something lovely by simply floating a tea-light candle on a bed of fresh cranberries and a touch of greenery. You can definitely get more elaborate (and more complicated) but I like to keep things simple! There’s always store-bought centerpieces…but that’s no fun!
Stations were set up around the store so Heidi could demonstrate several different holiday courses. All of the ingredients she used were products available at Albertson’s and we went home with every single recipe she used. My favorite food recipe was the Pumpkin Hummus. It is so easy to make and takes minutes to prepare. Hummus and pita are one of my favorite healthy snacks and I think it would be neat to serve up a hummus and pita chip platter with several varieties of chips and hummus.
Pumpkin Hummus
1 15-ounce can of pumpkin
2 tablespoons tahini
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Combine ingredients until smooth and creamy. If hummus is too thick, you can add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until desired consistency. Spoon into serving bowl, and sprinkle with desired topping like cinnamon, red pepper, or more parsley.
One of the most unique ideas presented was a hot chocolate “station.” Heidi prepared hot chocolate in a crockpot (good idea for keeping it warm!) and then set up a variety of toppings including peppermint to decorate the rims of the cups, various chocolates, whipped cream, and more. I could see doing a “kid’s version” of this as well.
On many nights when my husband and I have not wanted to cook, we’ve purchased a rotisserie chicken and had it with rice or vegetables. Heidi gave us a new take on the dish by including recipes for Barbeque Chicken Pizza, Soup, and Lettuce Wraps…all using a freshly-prepared rotisserie chicken.
I love to bake, but for many of us there simply isn’t time. Albertson’s sells freshly-prepared pound cakes that you can split to add a banana filling and “frost” with whipped cream. A simple pound cake has now become a gourmet Banana Cake.
My favorite station from the event was the “gift” table. Heidi showed us how to make a Peppermint Scrub that smells and feels good enough to eat. You can use any jar or tin but Heidi used a Snowman-themed tin for the event.
Peppermint Scrub
An empty jar with a lid
1 cup granulated white sugar
6 candy canes/peppermint candy (approx ¼ cup), finely crushed into a powder
1/2 cup olive oil
6 drops peppermint essential oil (optional)
Pour the granulated white sugar and crushed peppermint into the jar. Put the lid on the jar and shake it to mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended. Pour the liquid ingredients into sugar mix. Put the lid on the jar and shake it to mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended. Label the jar as desired.
While I would love to spend a lot of time and energy preparing a gourmet meal for my family, it’s not practical or feasible this year. I appreciated hearing about how to save on time without compromising taste or appearance.
We’re fortunate to live in a climate that allows for much outdoor time. We rarely ever get rain and it’s rarely ever cold enough to warrant a stay indoors.
A couple of weeks ago, we made a special visit to the Orange County Zoo and Irvine Park Railroad with some of the other OC Family Magazine Bloggers and their families. I’ve taken my son to that very zoo a number of times, but this time we were treated to a private tour by a park ranger. It was interesting to hear about the zoo and how many of the animals residing there were rescued from illness or injury. Some of the most interesting animals we saw include two black bears and a mountain lion. My son particularly enjoys the animals in the barnyard area that can be touched and fed. The zoo isn’t very big (8 acres), considering how many animals live there. The entrance fee is $2 (over the age of 2) which is very inexpensive. My son and I have spent several afternoons at that zoo.
After we took a tour of the Nature Center, we headed towards the front of the park where the train is housed. My son just loves riding the train…particularly when it involves a visit with Santa. Apparently, it’s tradition to ride the Christmas train. Once the sun goes down bundle up for a ride to the North Pole to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus. I’m always impressed with Irvine Park’s holiday -themed events. We recently visited for their Halloween events an enjoyed it immensely.
The Christmas Train is a tradition and many families come out to board the festively lit and decorated train to visit Santa. The train drops you off so that you can spend time taking pictures, meeting with Santa, and enjoying winter-themed snacks. Once you’re ready to head back, you jump back on the train (which seems to come like every 10 minutes or so) and enjoy the ride (with all the lights) back to Santa’s Village.
Here are some more pictures from the event:
And…if you’re in or around the OC tomorrow…and you want to take the kids somewhere fun before Christmas Eve, be sure to print out this coupon for one free adult admission to the Discovery Science Center. I’ve taken my son a few times and we’ve never managed to see everything because there is so much to see. The exhibits are constantly changing, which makes it even more likely that we’ll end up getting a family pass. A couple of weeks ago I had an opportunity to preview the new Science of Gingerbread exhibit.
Along with a display of ninety-four gingerbread creations (submitted by the community) children will enjoy hands-on gingerbread-themed science activities and interactive learning stations. Be sure to visit on the weekends for gingerbread decorating demonstrations. Here are some of my favorite entries into this year’s contest:
A little over a week ago, my doorbell rang at 6 am. Outside was a car and driver (and my blogging buddy Julie) waiting to take us on a red carpet ride to Marshalls. I felt a little like Cinderella being whisked away to a ball….except for the rain…and the time of day! So what was this trip all about? I was to learn all about off-price shopping from style expert Alison Deyette.
Of course I’ve been to both Marshalls and T.J. Maxx (I don’t know many people who haven’t). But it’s not something I do regularly (particularly being 9 months pregnant and all!). My experiences at both stores have always been pleasant. In fact, one of my favorite places to shop is HomeGoods, and surprisingly, they’re part of the Marshalls and T.J. Maxx family.
If you were to ask my husband if I am a savvy shopper, he would describe the lengths I’ve gone to in order to save money on purchases. He would tell you that I never buy on impulse and spend way too much time comparison shopping and discount hunting. I absolutely avoid paying full price for anything unless I have to. That’s why shopping at Marshalls (and T.J. Maxx) makes sense.
Unlike similar types of stores, at Marshalls, you’ll find the SAME current, seasonal styles you’ll find at other department stores. Alison showed us several complete outfits that she obtained from a department store and Marshalls. The ONLY difference was the price (which was significant). The same concept applies for things like shoes, Starbucks coffee, and other products. You likely won’t find last season’s ANYTHING (unless it’s on the discount rack) since the company gets in 10,000 new items to EACH store EVERY week. Which begs the question…how can they do this?
It’s all about the company’s buyers (how I’d LOVE that job!). They search the globe for deals on the latest trends…then grab them up. These super savvy buyers negotiate pricing (in ways I don’t completely understand) so that you and I don’t have to pay full price. What I find interesting is that you likely won’t find many of the same items if you were to go from store to store. But we were given the tip that if you’re looking for a size or style that isn’t on the floor, ask. We visited their storage room where there were literally box upon box of items ready and waiting to be opened. So ask! They just may have that size or color or style you were looking for.
So what about the quality of the merchandise? Everything I saw looked BRAND new with all of the original tags. The only thing I did notice is that some of the tags didn’t have the original price on them. The company usually underestimates the original price so as not to falsely advertise the amount saved. But rest assured, you are at LEAST saving that much but perhaps more!
So what Shopportunities did I find? It’s a rare thing these days for me to buy anything for myself (many have commented on how shocking that is). I always think about my kids and my husband. A few weeks ago I walked away with 2 pairs of shoes for my husband and a pair each for my kids (nothing for me) and I felt so good about it. All of the bloggers in attendance were given gift cards to shop with. I headed straight for the kids’ clothing section. I found an adorable outfit for my son and a ton of clothes for our baby girl. I saved at LEAST $60 on name brand clothing like Carters and Kenneth Cole. I was SO excited. I STILL have half of my gift cards left to buy my son some toddler clothing (or maybe I’ll splurge on something for myself…doubtful).
By the way, when you’re online, look for the Marshalls‘ stores with a little shoe…those are the ShoeMegaShop stores! Looking for runway fashion? Check out the T.J. Maxx stores with an “R.”
All in all, I found myself wondering why I don’t go to Marshalls or T.J. Maxx more often. Why pay full price for anything? Right? Here is a video of Alison sharing her shopping pearls and some pictures from the event.
Disclosure: I did not receive compensation for this review. I received a gift card and travel, courtesy of the company in order to facilitate my review of this experience.
A little known fact about me is that I really, really like coffee (so much so that before I was pregnant, you could find me at any given OC coffee shop daily). I try to justify my semi-coffee addiction by telling myself that my froofy coffee drinks are healthy because they usually contain about 3/4 milk. It just so happens that I’m right! Lattes, in particular have can have up to a serving of milk (depending on their size).
Last week I was invited to a fun, family event hosted by Got Milk? Award-winning barista Heather Perry served up some amazing holiday lattes, a healthy alternative to conventional holiday drinks. And if you make your own lattes, you’ll save a ton since a single coffee drink can cost upwards of $3.
The fact that I’m pregnant did not stop me from trying each and every one (some twice!). The baristas were kind enough to make them all decaf but I was up til 2 am that night….wired! Here are my favorites!
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients:
2 oz. espresso or strong brewed coffee
2 tbsp. pumpkin pie mix out of the can
8 oz. milk
Directions: Combine espresso and pumpkin pie and mix well. The nice thing about the pumpkin pie mix is it already has all the spices needed. If you only have canned pumpkin, use 2 tbsp. canned pumpkin, 1/2 tsp. cinnamon and 1/2 tsp. nutmeg. Top with warmed milk and enjoy this traditional holiday treat.
Tres Leches Latte
Ingredients:
8 oz. milk
2 tbsp. sweetened condensed milk
2 oz. fresh espresso or strong brewed coffee
4 oz. heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp. powdered sugar
To finish: whipped cream and maraschino cherry
Directions: Combine whipping cream and powdered sugar and whip until forms stiff peaks. In a mug, combine freshly brewed espresso and sweetened condensed milk and mix well. Steam milk and pour on espresso. Top with a scoop of fresh whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
These lattes are so easy I can make them! You can lighten them up by using nonfat milk or drink them in place of dessert (don’t forget the whipped cream).
For more Holiday Latte recipes, visit Got Milk? Check out their Peppermint Mocha Martini (non-alcoholic of course), Eggnog Latte, Toffee Mocha, and Holiday Frozen Hot Chocolate. You can also find Heather demonstrating her recipes on their YouTube channel.
Wilson & Ditch: Digging America, is produced by The Jim Henson Company and launched in January. The characters are brought to life using the Emmy Award-winning Henson Digital Puppetry Studio, technology that allows performers to puppeteer and voice digitally animated characters in real time (also used in Sid the Science Kid). Right now children can watch as Wilson and Ditch explore Nashville and Philadelphia and share experiences and resources for families visiting some of the country’s popular cities, national parks, and attractions. The series can be found on PBS Kids Go!, an online destination and resource for children and parents featuring the webisodes, interactive games, a travel blog, downloadable activities, and on-location audio podcasts.
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