You know that phrase, what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? Well allow me to introduce to you another phrase…tough as a mother. This past year has been like no other and if you’re a mom, 2020 will go down in the books as the year when you suddenly had to homeschool your kid(s), be a 24/7 cafeteria lady/executive chef, learn Zoom video conferencing technology, and for those who work full-time – navigate work-from-home (WFH) on an internet … [Read more...]
Lip Gloss Making Kit from DIY Kit Creations {Review + Giveaway}
Recently my daughter and I spent a fun Saturday afternoon making our own lip glosses. My teen daughter is kind of low maintenance when it comes to make-up, but lip gloss is something that we both use, so I was thrilled that we got to make something that we would both enjoy using! The Lip Gloss Making Kit allows users to customize their very own, ready-to-wear colors and shades. The kit comes with five different specialty mineral pigment … [Read more...]
“Norman the Interested Cat” Book Series {Book Review + Giveaway}
There are four books in the “Norman the Interested Cat” book series. Written by Cheryl Cage, political consultant turned children’s book author, these books feature an adorable cat named Norman and encourage adults and children to have meaningful conversations. In Cage’s first book, “Norman the (Interested in Everything) Cat,” readers will notice that Norman has a natural curiosity. The book teaches the importance of exploring new things … [Read more...]
Ruben Rojas Creates Art with Heart at Westfield Topanga
Last week, Ruben Rojas unveiled The Heart, his largest sculpture to date, which can be found exclusively at Westfield Topanga! The Summer of Love event was open to media and invited members of the San Fernando Valley community. Ruben Rojas is an artist, muralist and clothing designer. A native of the San Fernando Valley, Ruben grew up in the 818 and went to Cal State University, Northridge. Check out my YouTube video and listen to Ruben … [Read more...]
Universal Studios Hollywood: 5 Reasons Why You Should Visit This Summer
Since my family and I live in the San Fernando Valley, Universal Studios Hollywood has long been our go-to theme park to visit. The close proximity to our house makes it easy to pop over for a visit during the summer and especially at the holidays, when Hogwarts Castle lights up and there is a “Grinchmas” tree in another section of the theme park! There are several new attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood and my family got to enjoy them … [Read more...]
Violet and the Pie of Life {Book Review + Giveaway}
After spending the majority of her school year looking at screens because of online distance-learning, the last think I wanted my daughter to do was stare at a TV or an iPad during the summer. In my opinion, summers are meant for running around outside and reading books. Luckily for my daughter, she got to read “Violet and the Pie of Life” which is a new book by Debra Green. So what is the book about? Here is a quick … [Read more...]
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