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Hotel/Resort/Vacation Home Reviews

San Francisco: Westin St. Francis Hotel Review, in the Heart of Union Square

San Francisco:  Westin St. Francis Hotel Review, in the Heart of Union Square
April 22, 2013
Amid all the hustle and bustle of Union Square, in the center of San Francisco's premiere shopping, dining, and art scene,  stands the beautiful Westin St. Francis Hotel.  When my teenage daughter asked me where we were staying, she was thrilled bein... Read More

Carlsbad, California: LEGOLAND Hotel Grand Opening and Resort Review

Carlsbad, California: LEGOLAND Hotel Grand Opening and Resort Review
April 11, 2013
Now you can enjoy the comfort and luxury of staying on the property when you head to Carlsbad and visit LEGOLAND California theme park. Open to the public as of April 5, the LEGOLAND Hotel provides full resort amenities, exclusive early morning park ... Read More

Travel

Find Your Perfect Beach Experience: Kauai, Hawaii

Find Your Perfect Beach Experience:  Kauai, Hawaii
May 22, 2013
I've been sharing Outrigger Hotel and Resort‘s 4 infographics on the perfect beach experience on different islands of Hawaii.  The last of the series is focused on Kauai.  My family visited back in 2006, and my daughter and I will be attending a pres... Read More

Love to Travel? Join Me for the DoubleTree by Hilton Twitter Party 5/28 #DTourParty

Love to Travel? Join Me for the DoubleTree by Hilton Twitter Party 5/28 #DTourParty
May 15, 2013
**Due to the tragedy in Oklahoma, the date has been changed, please make note!** Research says 70% of people don't know where they're going when beginning the trip-planning process.  You realize it's time to get away, you're half-way packed al... Read More

Photography

Photography: Clos LaChance Winery, San Martin California

Photography:  Clos LaChance Winery, San Martin California
May 22, 2013
Clos LaChance Winery sits in the south Bay Area and is a gorgeous location to visit and enjoy some wine tasting. Little did I know this hidden gem was... Read More

Photography: The New LEGOLAND Hotel’s Funny Side! #LegolandHotel

Photography:  The New LEGOLAND Hotel’s Funny Side! #LegolandHotel
April 8, 2013
When you find this interactive whoopee cushion inside the LEGOLAND Hotel, I guarantee you'll be jumping up and down on it yourself!  I love hidden gem... Read More

entertainment

Iconic Hollywood Blvd: History of The El Capitan Theatre & the Disney Soda Fountain #IronMan3Event

Iconic Hollywood Blvd:  History of The El Capitan Theatre & the Disney Soda Fountain #IronMan3EventThe El Capitan Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard has been around since 1926 when it made it's debut as a live stage show house.  This iconic building has...

Glee’s Matthew Morrison Premieres New Single

Glee’s Matthew Morrison Premieres New SingleMy teenager and I are huge Glee fans, and Matthew Morrison (Mr. Schuester) is one of those cute and talented characters you can't help but love to wat...

Travel to Hawaii

Find Your Perfect Beach Experience: Kauai, Hawaii

Find Your Perfect Beach Experience:  Kauai, HawaiiI've been sharing Outrigger Hotel and Resort‘s 4 infographics on the perfect beach experience on different islands of Hawaii.  The last of the series ...

Find Your Perfect Beach Experience: Oahu, Hawaii

Find Your Perfect Beach Experience:  Oahu, HawaiiBack in 2011, we took our whole family to Oahu.  The island had so much to offer in terms of gorgeous beaches, shopping, history, and traditional isla...

Food & Drink

Nonni’s Biscotti Review + Giveaway {5 Winners}

Nonni’s Biscotti Review + Giveaway {5 Winners}
May 13, 2013
I've always been a breakfast person. Some people skip it, but I feel better from the get go if I start my day with at least a little something and not... Read More

IHOP’s New Brioche French Toast Review

IHOP’s New Brioche French Toast Review
May 2, 2013
With my busy schedule, I often miss the most important meal of the day, breakfast!  A cup (or 3) of coffee is something that can hold me over to lunch... Read More

Style

Monogrammed Bathrobes: Slip on a Sigh of Relief!

Monogrammed Bathrobes:  Slip on a Sigh of Relief!I feel like I'm a hard worker most of the time, making sure that the things that need doing get done.  Whether it's my job or my kids (is there a...

Gymboree Styles for Spring and Summer

Gymboree Styles for Spring and SummerI've been shopping at Gymboree for my kids for about 15 years collectively! Gymboree is a local company based in San Francisco,  and their design phil...

Wine Time

Join Me May 9 for MommyJuice Wines’ 3rd Annual Mom’s Nite Out, Clos LaChance Winery

Join Me May 9 for MommyJuice Wines’ 3rd Annual Mom’s Nite Out, Clos LaChance WineryIf you're a mom, you know that finding precious time to get out with your girlfriends is tough. After a full week of work, carpool, housework, cooking...

HandCraft Wines Review

HandCraft Wines ReviewI love stories of local winemakers, recently we tried some new wine from vineyards in Monterey, CA.  Cheryl Indelicato, Proprietor, has launched HandC...

Kids

An Interview with Iron Man 3′s Rising Star, Ty Simpkins #IronMan3Event

An Interview with Iron Man 3′s Rising Star, Ty Simpkins #IronMan3Event
May 6, 2013
photos courtesy of Dear Crissy Imagine being 11 years old again.  I was in 5th grade, boy band crazy, and watching music videos on MTV.  My son just turned 12 and he's in 6th grade, playing baseball, and loves computer games.  What I can't imagine ... Read More

San Francisco Giants: Pixar Night at the Park, May 20

San Francisco Giants: Pixar Night at the Park, May 20
April 30, 2013
The San Francisco Giants and Pixar Animation Studios are proud to bring the first ever “Pixar Night at the Park” to AT&T Park, during the 2013 season! Purchase your special event ticket package they are going fast!  Each package includes: -t... Read More

Disney’s Club Penguin Epic Event: Members Suit Up as Marvel Super Heroes & Villains

Disney’s Club Penguin Epic Event: Members Suit Up as Marvel Super Heroes & Villains
April 29, 2013
Perfect timing after spending last week in Hollywood promoting the Iron Man 3 movie premiere, I can come home and let my kids have their share of Marvel and Disney fun!  Penguins are once again assembling as Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains in ... Read More

Giveaways

Monster High: Ghouls Helping Ghouls Philanthropy Parties {+ Prize Pack Giveaway}

Monster High:  Ghouls Helping Ghouls Philanthropy Parties {+ Prize Pack Giveaway}
May 21, 2013
Gen Z (0-18 years old) is a generation defined as un-bordered, optimistic, inspired and entrepreneurial. With the power and knowledge of the world at their fingertips, how do parents today harness and nurture their kids’ passion into something pr... Read More

Nonni’s Biscotti Review + Giveaway {5 Winners}

Nonni’s Biscotti Review + Giveaway {5 Winners}
May 13, 2013
I've always been a breakfast person. Some people skip it, but I feel better from the get go if I start my day with at least a little something and not an empty stomach. Thanks to an opportunity to review Nonni's Biscotti, I've had a lot of great star... Read More
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