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Getting Back to Basics with “Retro Baby”

Posted on October 16, 2013 | Filed Under: Books, Mommy Stuff | Tags: baby activities, developmental stage, Dr. Anne Zachry, games for infants, pediatric occupational therapist, Retro Baby, tummy time | 2 Comments

When my daughter was born (back in 2006), I tried to glean as much information possible from various baby websites to educate myself on all things related to the baby. I also read some of the books in the "What to Expect…" series but I ended up feeling overwhelmed with so much information. How I had longed for a simple, easy-to-read book that gave helpful advice on how to bond with your infant/toddler. Well moms, have I got a book for you! … [Read more...]

An Afternoon with America’s Best Racing

Posted on October 5, 2013 | Filed Under: Misc, Reviews | Tags: America's Best Racing, Arcadia, betting, horse racing, Santa Anita Park, thoroughbred | 4 Comments

Disclosure: I was invited to an event at Santa Anita Park along with a select group of bloggers – all opinions are my own. On a beautiful Friday in September, I ventured out to Arcadia. For those of you who read my blog, you’ll know that I had been out to Santa Anita Park earlier this summer for a food festival. However this was going to be my first time at the races! America’s Best Racing had invited me to be a part of the opening day … [Read more...]

SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk

Posted on October 1, 2013 | Filed Under: Fitness, Local Events, Reviews | Tags: charity fundraiser, educational programs, Pier to Pier Friendship Walk, SKECHERS, South Bay, special needs children, The Friendship Circle | Leave a Comment

Disclosure: The wonderful folks at SKECHERS invited me down to their headquarters last month to learn about the SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk. I was treated to a luncheon provided by Fresh Brothers & received a gift card for a free pair of SKECHERS shoes. In return, I got to meet the awesome people at The Friendship Circle of the South Bay. No compensation was received for this post & all opinions are my own. On a sunny day in … [Read more...]

Lulu in La La Land Book Signing

Posted on September 9, 2013 | Filed Under: Books, Pop Culture | Tags: Americana, Barnes & Noble, Bel Air, Beverly Hills, book signing, children's books, Drybar, Elisabeth Wolf, growing up in Los Angeles, Lulu in La La Land, not fitter inner, reading, tweens | 8 Comments

This past weekend, Elisabeth Wolf held a book reading & signing for her book Lulu in La La Land. I had heard about the book & thought it would be a perfect activity for me & my daughter to attend. On a warm afternoon, we headed out to the Barnes & Noble book store at the Americana in Glendale. Lulu in La La Land is an adorable story about a young girl who lives in Bel Air & doesn't feel like she fits in. The book is set-up … [Read more...]

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