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Now You Say Yes {Book Review}

Posted on September 14, 2021 | Filed Under: Books, Reviews | Tags: Bill Harley, Middle-grade fiction, Now You Say Yes, Peachtree Publishing Company, YA Books | Leave a Comment

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Recently I was sent an advanced copy of the book “Now You Say Yes.” It's a story about love, the foster care system and family. It also delves into the topic of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and features a cross-country trip of a lifetime. Synopsis: When her mother dies, fifteen-year-old Mari and is desperate to avoid being caught up in the foster system. Again. And to complicate matters, she is now the only one who can take care of … [Read more...]

SOS Hydration Supports National Family Hydration Awareness Month

Posted on September 9, 2021 | Filed Under: Product Reviews | Tags: National Family Hydration Awareness Month, PAW Patrol, SOS Hydration, SOS Kids hydration products | Leave a Comment

SOS Hydration Gift Box

Did you know that September is National Family Hydration Awareness Month? This annual event is sponsored by SOS Hydration, a company that is focused on hydration health for both adults and youth. This year’s National Family Hydration Awareness Month kicks off with a launch of the company's PAW Patrol® line of kids’ healthy hydration beverages, a PAWsome new line of low sugar, better-for-you kids’ hydration drink mixes. This product … [Read more...]

Savor the Moment with My Mommy Goodness

Posted on September 1, 2021 | Filed Under: Mommy Stuff, Product Reviews | Tags: Four Steps Bracelet, Mandala Journal, My Mommy Goodness, Yummy Mommy Candle | Leave a Comment

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As a busy mom, I’ve found that it is important to carve out time for yourself. There’s been a lot of talk about self-care but what does that mean? For some women it can be meditation, working out or treating yourself to a nice gift. With My Mommy Goodness, you can find items to help you with that and more! I’ve found that journaling my thoughts has really helped center me during these hectic and challenging times. Sometimes it’s a list of … [Read more...]

The Unofficial Hogwarts Cookbook for Kids {Book Review + Giveaway}

Posted on August 31, 2021 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: Alana Al-Hatlani, kids cookbook, The Unofficial Hogwarts Cookbook for Kids, Ulysses Press | 11 Comments

The Unofficial Hogwarts Cookbook for Kids

I was provided with a complimentary copy of “The Unofficial Hogwarts Cookbook for Kids.” Thanks to Ulysses Press for sponsoring this giveaway contest. As summer transitions to fall, I plan on cooking more homecooked meals. I guess you could say that I am a reluctant home cook, because sometimes I find recipes complicated and during the summer, I like making easy, no-fuss meals. Enter the “The Unofficial Hogwarts Cookbook for Kids: 50 … [Read more...]

Haunt ‘O Ween 2021 – 31 Days of Immersive & Interactive Halloween Fun!

Posted on August 23, 2021 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: family fun in SFV, Halloween walking experience, Haunt 'O Ween, LA Halloween events | 1 Comment

I don’t know about you, but I am ready for cooler temps, sweater weather, all things Pumpkin Spice and of course…Halloween! Guess who is back to help SoCal folks enjoy the holiday? It’s Haunt ’O ween LA, located in the San Fernando Valley! Haunt ’O ween LA welcomes families to interact and engage with EVERYTHING Halloween has to offer, all in one place! They will have pumpkin picking and carving, trick-or-treating, face painting, … [Read more...]

Friday Feels: End of Summer Edition (August 2021)

Posted on August 20, 2021 | Filed Under: Food, Mommy Stuff, Product Reviews | Tags: Coffee Cube, Mingle Mask, Pure Ratios, Starlette Galleria, Yoga Pant Nation | 1 Comment

Coffee Cube - Woodland Hills

Hooray, it’s Friday! I can’t believe that it’s almost the end of summer. Well, technically summer officially ends on Wednesday, September 22nd, but because the school year has already started for LA/San Fernando Valley-area schools, it feels like summer is nearly over. I don’t know about you, but I’ve enjoyed this summer break. It’s afforded me time to go on vacation, read some books and also relax from the school year grind of endlessly … [Read more...]

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