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Coastal Cruising In the 2013 Mazda3
Published on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 by Caryn Bailey No compensation was received for this post. The vehicle reviewed was provided on-loan from Mazda. As close as we live to the beach, people are often surprised at how infrequently we visit, particularly now that I have a school-aged child. Yet the memories of driving down Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) on a warm summer day are not easily forgotten, and I embrace an... Read More » -
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5 Reasons To Book Your Stay at the New LEGOLA...
Published on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 by Caryn Bailey I wish I had captured the response of my son when I told him we would be having a mini sleepover at the LEGOLAND Hotel. My son is an avid LEGO fan, and for months we've talked about visiting the hotel. His eyes were wide with excitement and awe when I told him that we would be sleeping in a Kingdom-themed room AND that both him and his sister would have a specia... Read More » -
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Family Resolutions, Great Starts, and a Photo...
Published on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 by Caryn Bailey I want to travel all over the world, capturing it's beauty - Me : ) One of the things I have always loved about our family, is our non-traditional approach to life. While most young married couples were forwarding their career, aspiring towards owning a home, and expanding their families, we were the couple that traveled the world, our lives contained within 2 ba... Read More » -
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The Best of Los Angeles! What Do You Love Abo...
Published on Monday, December 31, 2012 by Caryn Bailey “Los Angeles makes the rest of California seem authentic” Jonathan Culler There aren't many cities I'd like to call home. Having traveled all over the world, I've experienced everything from remote and exotic to chic and cosmopolitan. I've lived in climates that see both freezing and drought-like temperatures...rain, wind, sleet, and snow. Despite the fac... Read More » -
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3 Reasons To Love Road Trips!
Published on Monday, November 19, 2012 by Caryn Bailey As a child, my parents and I took many road trips, particularly during summer and winter breaks and over the holidays. While our family is spread out all over the country, I only remember the occasional plane trip. It is the memories we made playing games in the car or camping in a rented motor home on the beach that I cherish and want to replicate with my own fam... Read More » -
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The Langham Huntington Pasadena Introduces It...
Published on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 by Caryn Bailey My first dog was a Chihuahua. I was very young when my parents adopted her...maybe 2 or so. Her name was Tiny and she was incredibly smart with the ability to scale fences, roll over, and do simple tricks. She also had a sassy side to her and despised most men apart from my father. Throughout my childhood, we went on to adopt several other dogs into our family, each... Read More » -
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Adventures by Disney Introduces Lights, Camer...
Published on Monday, August 27, 2012 by Caryn Bailey We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths. -Walt Disney So much of Walt Disney's life and accomplishments originated in Los Angeles and the surrounding vicinity. Earlier this summer, Disney California Adventure Park was re-dedicated to introduce the opening of Buena V... Read More » -
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iCapture: Seattle
Published on Sunday, August 19, 2012 by Caryn Bailey I walked off the plane that mid summer day and was greeted by a calm, cool breeze with a light mist. I haven't spent much time in the Pacific Northwest, but one of the cities I've always wanted to spend a bit more time in is Seattle. Quaint, artisan coffee shops, abundant and expansive farmer's markets with locally grown foods and goods, a vibrant artsy culture, and s... Read More » -
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Still Looking to Plan a Summer Get Away? Chec...
Published on Monday, August 13, 2012 by Caryn Bailey One month...that is all we have left of summer. Fortunately, we've been staying active...and cool! It's been an amazing summer with many memorable moments! Some of the highlights of our summer included up-close animal encounters at Safari Park, splashing in our pool, getting our wiggles out at Scooter's Jungle, and spending time together as a family in San Diego. ... Read More » -
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Traveling This Summer? Keep Your Identity Sa...
Published on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 by Caryn Bailey The use of traveling is to regulate imagination by reality, and instead of thinking how things may be, to see them as they are – Samuel Johnson In just a few days, I'll be in New York City, one of my favorite cities in the world. I've got a checklist started with everything I'll need...comfortable shoes, stylish (and breezy) summer clothing, portable electronics,... Read More » -
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Hilton Garden Inn Los Angeles/Hollywood: An ...
Published on Thursday, July 26, 2012 by Caryn Bailey It's funny how you can live a place your whole life and still manage to miss things. As a young adult driving to work each morning, my route involved a drive through Hollywood...the Hollywood Bowl...Hollywood & Highland Center...the Hollywood Walk of Fame...Grauman's Chinese Theatre...the El Capitan Theatre. Yet never did I recall seeing a single hotel along t... Read More » -
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SoCal Staycation: Embassy Suites La Jolla
Published on Sunday, July 22, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Sometimes I think my children get more excited about staying in a hotel than the actual vacation! When I told our kids we'd be heading to San Diego for a mini vacay, they asked all kinds of questions about the hotel we'd be staying at. How many beds will be inside the room? Does the hotel have a pool? Can we eat at the restaurant? We've been to San Diego more times ... Read More » -
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Skype Keeps Families Connected During the Sum...
Published on Monday, July 16, 2012 by Caryn Bailey For the past 3 weeks, my husband has been traveling for both work and leisure. As you can imagine, it's been a challenge trying to juggle engaging our kids, ensuring we have clean laundry and fresh food on the table, and all the other day-to-day tasks that comprise our life. But what made these past 3 weeks even more difficult was our inability to talk via phone.... Read More » -
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iCapture: Toronto, Canada
Published on Sunday, July 15, 2012 by Caryn Bailey I know very little about the cosmopolitan city and popular tourist destination, but from a few photos my husband took during his latest business trip, Toronto is definitely topping my list for places I must-see! With characteristics that remind him of both London and New York, the city offers a diverse mix of history, culture, shopping, food, and the arts. I mana... Read More » -
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iCapture: LEGO Star Wars Miniland at Legoland...
Published on Sunday, July 8, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Over the last few months, my son has developed a fascination with LEGOS. There aren't many toys that will capture his attention for long periods of time. He enjoys building and I appreciate how this activity helps with his fine motor skills and creative processing. Over the weekend, we took him to LEGOLAND California Resort in Carlsbad, and even though we have ... Read More » -
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Three Reasons You Should Consider a KnottR...
Published on Sunday, July 8, 2012 by Caryn Bailey It's only the first week in July and we have already had an amazing summer filled with hands-on exploring and pretend play at our local museums, play dates and lazy days by the pool, and theme park thrills. With my son set to start Kindergarten in the Fall, we're making the most of our summer days together creating memories. One of the benefits of living in South... Read More » -
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Get More Out of Your Vacations With Embassy S...
Published on Monday, July 2, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind - Seneca Because our children are still smallish, our vacations are typically more like staycations to places that are easily accessible via car. Even a long weekend away is enough to relax and reconnect. But many couples are afraid to travel with children because they worry about meltdowns, disruptions in ... Read More » -
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Pixar Play Parade Returns To Disney Californi...
Published on Thursday, June 28, 2012 by Caryn Bailey One of my son's favorite experiences at the Disneyland Resort is the parade, a musical performance spectacular that merges his favorite Disney characters with colorful floats, dancing, and a bit of magic. The Pixar Play Parade debuted in 2008 at Disney California Adventure Park but took a hiatus in 2011 as the park underwent the final phases of it's five-year expa... Read More » -
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Tips On Inspiring and Educating Children Abou...
Published on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 by Caryn Bailey A child on a farm sees a plane fly overhead and dreams of a faraway place. A traveler on the plane sees the farmhouse… and thinks of home – Carl Burns. Have kids. Will travel. [caption id="attachment_33974" align="aligncenter" width="614"] Our "play" map of the world[/caption] One of the many things that my husband and I have in common is our passion ... Read More » -
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What’s In a [Baby] Name?
Published on Monday, June 25, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away - Author UnknownThere are moments in my life that I remember with such detail, it's almost as if they've just happened. By the time October hit in Edinburgh that year, I was beginning to question our decision to sign the second contract with the hospital I was working ... Read More »
