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Checking Out the Seasonally Inspired Menu at California Pizza Kitchen

Posted on August 5, 2015 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: California Pizza Kitchen, Seasonally Inspired CPK Menu | 6 Comments

When I hear the name California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), I think of pizza, pasta & that delicious bread basket. Recently I sampled foods from their new seasonally inspired menu & I was delighted to learn that they now offer so much more! As I was walking to my booth, the restaurant manager pointed out that the Northridge restaurant recently had a “refresh” in their decor. New wood flooring was installed that is made up of sustainable … [Read more...]

Meet Francine Michelle of Video Baby Books

Posted on July 29, 2015 | Filed Under: Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: Francine Michelle, san fernando valley videographer, Video Baby Books | Leave a Comment

Francine Michelle wears a lot of hats. I’ve known her for about a year now, as we see each other at various blogger events & children’s outings. She usually has her son in tow, who is adorable & very expressive. I knew that Francine was co-owner of Menchie’s Valencia at Gateway Village, but I had no idea that Francine is a videographer by trade! As we stood there in the corner of a retail shop & she filled me in on her background, … [Read more...]

derma e Purifying Skincare Line – Review + Giveaway

Posted on July 28, 2015 | Filed Under: Product Reviews | Tags: 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask, derma e, derma e Purifying products | 22 Comments

Does your face feel oily during the summer like mine? The summertime heat, combined with an active lifestyle (i.e. sweaty exercise face) tends to wreak havoc on my skin. So when I received the derma e® Purifying 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask & the derma e® Purifying Toner Mist to try, I was ecstatic! The Purifying 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask contains natural clays that will lift out dirt, oil & bacteria as well as decongest pores as the mask … [Read more...]

New Disney Store at The Oaks Mall

Posted on July 27, 2015 | Filed Under: Mommy Stuff | Tags: Disney Store, Disney's Descendants, Marvel merchandise Thousand Oaks, The Oaks Mall | 10 Comments

Disney fans lined up at The Oaks Mall in Thousand Oaks this past Saturday morning in anticipation of the Disney Store grand opening. I was on-hand with my daughter to take in the festivities! While we waited outside the mall, Disney Store Cast Members (i.e. store employees) handed out these cute Mickey Ear Hats to the first 500 guests in line. Isn’t it cute?! When the line finally moved into the mall, we were able to get the first … [Read more...]

{Giveaway} Tickets to Experience Cal Phil at Santa Anita Park

Posted on July 22, 2015 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Arcadia outdoor concerts, California Philharmonic, concerts at Santa Anita Park | 9 Comments

Picture this…you’re dining alfresco with your family & friends at the outdoor concert venue where California Philharmonic plays. You are surrounded by the San Gabriel mountains & taking in the views of the Santa Anita Race Track in Arcadia. As the sun sets, the familiar strains of music from Jurassic Park begins to play as the concert stage glows purple. There are many reasons why I love attending a California Philharmonic concert … [Read more...]

Horsing Around Kauai’s North Shore

Posted on July 21, 2015 | Filed Under: Misc | Tags: Hawaii horseback riding, Kauai family activities, Princeville Ranch Adventures | 4 Comments

What comes to mind when you think of Kauai? Maybe great beaches, surfing, & snorkeling! How about horseback riding or going on a zipline? Well, Princeville Ranch Adventures can help you with the last two activities! Last month our family went to Hawaii for our summer vacation. My parents were born in Hawaii, dad is from Kauai & my mom is from Oahu. My grandma & other family relatives live on Kauai & we knew that part of our … [Read more...]

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