Published on Thursday, June 13, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
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I'm a total health nut, but I have a serious weakness for OREO cookies. As a child, this was a very special treat I enjoyed with my father. It's memories like these, even ones that don't seem overly significant, that I cherish, particularly as I think about Father's Day.
I striv... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This is part of a compensated campaign with Corelle. I was invited to a media event dinnerware sets for review/giveaway were supplied.
I remember that special time when my husband and I were preparing for our wedding...it was full of joy, excitement, and anticipation for our future together. While there is always some stress that comes with planning a wedding, we... Read More »
Published on Sunday, June 9, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
It's rare that I'm surprised by a film, particularly one geared towards children. When I sat down with my 3 year old son at our local movie theater, I didn't really know much about Universal Picture's summer blockbuster film Despicable Me. The minions were a draw for my son on that warm summer day, but it was the humor and heart that captivated me.
This summer, Uni... Read More »
Published on Thursday, May 23, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
Coupons...circulars...rewards cards... Every store that I shop at has a program in place designed to help its customers save money. Some of those programs are easier to use and realize savings than others. When we first moved out of LA nearly six years ago, we transferred all of our prescriptions to CVS/pharmacy, since it was close and easily accessible. Along w... Read More »
Published on Thursday, May 23, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
No compensation was received for this post. Giveaway items provided by Monster High.
Last month, I was inspired by 13 year old Lulu Cerone and her mother Lisa Cerone as they discussed how they turned their passions into action through their work with global charities. By the age of 10, Lulu had already organized and executed a very successful school-wide fundrais... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Christy. Congrats!
This is part of a supported campaign with Chef Merito. However, all opinions expressed are my own.
One of the threads that binds my husband and I together is our love for good food. More than just sustenance, food is an experience. While I have a handful of "go-to" recipes t... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
No compensation was received for this post. Review/Giveaway items provided by Disney.
I don't think it's a coincidence that my daughter's favorite show is Doc McStuffins, which airs each morning on Disney Junior. The show, which premiered last year, follows the stories of Doc, a six-year-old girl who fixes stuffed animals and broken toys outside in her backyard... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
Update: All of the tickets for the screenings in Houston, San Diego, Los Angeles, Miami, Phoenix, New York, and Chicago have been claimed. I still have family four-packs available for El Paso, San Jose, and Dallas.
An afternoon (or evening) out at the movies is one of our favorite ways to escape from the heat, and as summer quickly approaches there will be a sle... Read More »
Published on Thursday, May 9, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Wen. Congrats!
Our summers here in Southern California can get quite warm so an escape to cooler (and wetter) places is typically in order. If you're looking for things to do in Southern California with kids this summer, a trip to Knott's Soak City may just be the perfect activity to cool down. Fo... Read More »
Published on Thursday, April 25, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Soha. Congrats!
Headaches...just thinking about them gives me a headache! Stress, hormones, caffeine-withdrawal, and lack of sleep are just a few of the things I attribute to my headaches. Fortunately, I don't get them often enough to be concerned. But you won't find me anywhere without a bott... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Rhonda S. Congrats!
As a working mom, I've had to refine my multi-tasking skills in order to have time to accomplish everything I need and want to do with the least amount of stress. My mobile and tablet devices have become an integral part of my ability to get things done from practically anywhere.... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Dasha. Congrats!
As soon as I hear my children giggling uncontrollably, I know exactly which app they have running. With over 400 million downloads, Disney's Talking Friends have become a global phenomenon, the most notable being Talking Tom. Introduced in 2009, the Talking Friends apps offer chil... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
For the second year in a row, children across the country will celebrate National Princess Week, which highlights the sparkle and wonder of princesses everywhere. This is the first I've heard of the celebration, and I am certain my daughter will be excited about an entire week dedicated to princesses.
If you're LA-centric, why not celebrate with royalty? On Apr... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Cindy C. Congrats!
Who knew that a mini-series covering some of the most famous biblical stories known to man would become the #1 series of 2013. The Bible, which debuted last month on The History Channel, attracted the largest cable television audience to date and is now available on DVD. Have you se... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Suzie and Clarissa. Congrats!
Online Safety...I never imagined that I'd have to worry about what my five year old is watching on YouTube and being safe online. In fact, I never imagined my five year old would even know WHAT YouTube is. But the reality is that we live in a digital age where technolog... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Douglas. Congrats!
Some days, I feel like time is flying by! It's already April, and Easter seems to have just come and gone. We spent the weekend with friends and family, celebrating and remembering the true meaning of the day. While our kids did participate in the more commercial aspects of the ... Read More »
Published on Monday, April 1, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Debra H. Congrats!
Over the weekend, I was talking to my mom about my daughter, and how she is becoming quite the "girly-girl." It's interesting how most little girls have that innate desire to wear pretty dresses and apply makeup. I'm pretty certain that one component of my daughter's femininity i... Read More »
Published on Thursday, March 28, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
She's kind and adventurous with an incredibly positive outlook on people and life in general. I grew up with Strawberry Shortcake, and her messages of friendship and teamwork are still relevant today. My daughter has become a huge fan of the show, particularly after our special meet and greet with her and her berry sweet friends in LA last month.
Strawberry Short... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Mary Beth E. Congrats!
Up until just a couple of months ago, my husband had a travel-intensive job, one of the many reasons we decided that I needed to be home with our kids. While it was nearly impossible for us to travel with him out of state, we frequently made the short trip to San Diego for s... Read More »
Published on Thursday, March 21, 2013 by Caryn Bailey
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Tabathia. Congrats!
My kids can't wait to see The Croods this weekend, the latest 3D animated film to be released by DreamWorks Animation. Now that you've met the family, learned about the inspiration for the story, and got an inside look into the beauty of the new world, it's time for some famil... Read More »