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Violet and the Pie of Life {Book Review + Giveaway}

Posted on July 21, 2021 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: Debra Green, Holiday House Publication, Violet and the Pie of Life | 1 Comment

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...]

Space Jam: A New Legacy Jumps into Theaters on July 16th

Posted on July 15, 2021 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: LeBron James, Looney Tunes, Space Jam, Tune Squad, Warner Bros. Pictures | Leave a Comment

Space Jam - LeBron James

“Space Jam,” a live-action/animated sports comedy film starring NBA superstar Michael Jordan premiered in 1996. Twenty-five years later, “Space Jam: A New Legacy” arrives in theaters and HBO Max to dazzle a new generation of kids. Just like it’s predecessor, the sequel is a mix of animation and live-action, with the Looney Tunes characters playing basketball in a virtual world. Earlier this week I got to attend a special screening of … [Read more...]

Cauliflower Rice Added to Rubio’s Coastal Grill Menu

Posted on July 14, 2021 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: cauliflower rice, gluten-free, keto diet, Rubio's Coastal Grill | 1 Comment

Cauliflower Rice_Rubio's

Cauliflower rice is a popular side dish among folks on the keto diet and for those who want gluten-free options. Although I don’t have gluten sensitivities, nor am I on the keto diet, I do like the idea of increasing my intake of veggies as opposed to carbs. You’ve seen cauliflower rice in the grocery stores, and you may have seen it offered at a few restaurants. Well, I am happy to report that it is now being added to the menu at all Rubio’s … [Read more...]

Meet Stephanie Levich, Founder of Family Match Consulting

Posted on July 13, 2021 | Filed Under: Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: egg donor service, Family Match Consulting, Stephanie Levich, surrogate search services | 2 Comments

Stephanie Levich - Family Match Consulting

In my circle of family and friends, I’ve known a few women who have struggled with infertility. IVF and surrogacy are some of the options that many people turn to, but not everyone understands the challenges of these processes until they have gone through it themselves. Family Match Consulting is a company that offers egg donor and surrogate search services. I connected with Stephanie Levich in a Facebook group for San Fernando Valley moms. … [Read more...]

Friday Feels: The Places You Will Go (July 2021)

Posted on July 9, 2021 | Filed Under: Fitness, Food | Tags: ClassPass, Dragonfly Cycling, Marina del Rey, Mochinut | Leave a Comment

SUP - Marina del Rey_Friday Feels

Hooray, it’s Friday! Although this was a short work week for me (my office was closed on Monday in observance of the holiday), I feel like I packed in a lot of things. However, most of the things I’m going to mention in this ‘Friday Feels’ blog post took place over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. We hopped all over LA and the San Fernando Valley. Oh, the places you will go indeed! Stand-up Paddle boarding (SUP) in Marina del Rey I … [Read more...]

Marvel Studios’ Black Widow {Movie Review}

Posted on July 6, 2021 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Black Widow, Florence Pugh, Marvel Studios, Scarlett Johansson | Leave a Comment

Black Widow - Scarlett Johansson - Florence Pugh

Black Widow spins into theaters and Disney+ on July 9th. Scarlett Johansson reprises her role as the titular character, Black Widow (aka Natasha Romanov). Joining her onscreen in this latest movie from Marvel Studios is Florence Pugh (star of Little Women and Midsommar) who plays Yelena. The movie opens in Ohio. The year is 1995 and we see a young girl riding a bike. The events that transpire after she arrives home, set things in motion … [Read more...]

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