The Princess has new bangs!

Pink Saturday - Camelias

My NY loves photography.
He talked this lovely pink Camelia into participating in this staged photo.

You see, the pink Camelia and her Greek urn don't usually sit on the front porch bench.
Their place is next to it.

My favorite Pink from last week is from Brookside Cottage.

I just adore the elephant & flamingo ornaments!!

For more Pink Saturday visit Beverly at How Sweet The Sound.

FYI...NY is my husband!

Retro Toys & Mindi

Mindi and I recently had a "Mother/Daughter" date.

We sat in a dark theater eating scrambled egg burritos while we watched a screening of New Moon. Afterwards we browsed the toy department in Target.

It seems Fisher Price has a line of retro toys.

Retro?

We had all these toys when our kids were little!

NY has the sweetest story about the Sock Monkey he had as a child.

Each of my children perfected their small motor movement skills on the Fisher Price telephone and listened to nursery rhymes on the Music Box Teaching Clock.

Have you shopped the retro toys at Target?

Need Fiber? Kellogg's Froot Loops & Apple Jacks

F...I...B...E...R

Fiber!

Grandma, what's fiber?

My grandson is in kindergarten and is learning to read.

It delights me when he uses this new found skill.

The other morning as we prepared to sit down to breakfast I could hear Bear reading the Froot Loops cereal box. He didn't have any difficulty reading the words Froot Loops.

He already knew that's what was in the box.

The word that Bear wasn't familiar with was Fiber.

"What's fiber?" he asked.

Fiber is something good that Kellogg's added to Froot Loops and Apple Jacks. Fiber helps your body move better and faster.

Kellogg's has been around for more than a century. I am happy to say that's longer than I can remember. I grew up with Kellogg's cereals and so did my children. Now my grandchildren are enjoying Kellogg's for breakfast and after school snacks.

Kellogg's has added fiber to two of the all time favorite cereals.

Froot Loops and Apple Jacks.

Product Description: Many studies have explored the role of fiber in weight management. A review of the effects of fiber on calorie intake and body weight found that eating an additional 14 grams of fiber each day resulted in a 10 percent fall in calorie intake and weight loss of about four pounds within three months. Visit FIBER-pe-dia on KelloggNutrition.com.

Unfortunately, 9 out of 10 kids aren't getting the fiber they need. A simple way to help children get a jump on their daily fiber intake is to start the day with a bowl of Fiber enriched Froot Loops or Apple Jacks cereal. We're big on cold cereal at our house and Kellogg's just made it better!

Be sure and check out Kellogg's Coupons before you go to the market!

I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Kellogg’s and received boxes of Froot Loops and Apple Jacks and a gift certificate to thank me for taking the time to participate.

Aloha Friday - Thanksgiving Day Sweets

Happy Aloha Friday Everyone!!

From Kailani at An Island Life: In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So on Fridays let's take it easy on posting, too. Ask a simple question...nothing that requires a lengthy response. It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

Thanksgiving Day is in less than a week.

What is your favorite Dessert on the Thanksgiving holiday?

Mine is Pumpkin pie however I also love a good homemade apple pie.

Disney On Ice

Disney On Ice Presents "Worlds of Fantasy"!

For those of you that live in the greater Los Angeles area. Gather your family together for a magical Disney show on ice.

Mom Central is offering a discount on Disney on Ice tickets.

Purchase a 4-pack of tickets for only $44 for Monday through Friday matinee shows, or receive $4 off all weekend shows. Simply go to ticketmaster and enter the coupon code: MOM.**  

 

Los Angeles

Staples Center

December 17: 7:30pm

December 18: 11:00am, 7:30pm

December 19: 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

December 20: 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

 

Anaheim

Honda Center

December 22: 7:30pm

December 23: 1:00pm, 7:30pm

December 24: 1:00pm, 4:30pm

December 25: 4:30pm

December 26: 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

December 27: 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm  

 

Ontario

Oracle Arena

December 30: 7:30pm

December 31: 1:00pm, 4:30pm

January 1: 3:30pm, 7:30pm

January 2: 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

January 3: 11:00am, 3:00pm  

 

Long Beach

Long Beach Arena

January 6: 7:30pm

January 7: 7:30pm

January 8: 11:00am, 7:30pm

January 9: 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

January 10: 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

 

(Minimum purchase of 4 tickets required; additional weekday tickets above 4 can be purchased at $11 each. Offer not valid on Rinkside or VIP seating. Cannot be combined with other offers. Service Charges and handling fees will apply.)

Pillsbury Makes Holiday Baking Easier - Giveaway

We're all about simplicity at our house.

We like anything that makes life easier especially around the holidays.

Pillsbury products have been simplifying lives for over 100 years.

Because of their expertise in the kitchen, I get to spend time baking cookies with my grandchildren.

Along with all the traditional food we eat on Thanksgiving we like to have baked goodies and treats to munch on throughout the day. With Pillsbury Ready to Bake Cookies we can leave some of the baking up to our grandchildren.

 That is of course if the cookie dough can make it into the oven.

Easy to bake.

Easy to decorate.

And delicious to eat!

What more could you want?

Giveaway!!

We have a Pillsbury Thanksgiving pack for one lucky winner.

•Leave a comment telling us your favorite Pillsbury product.

•This giveaway will close at midnight on November 25th.

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I wrote this review as part of a blog tour for Pillsbury with My Blog Spark.

Wordless Wednesday ~ Fairy Tale Pumpkin

Beau-Coup - Fine Favors, Stylish Giving - Incredible Giveaway!

We love to entertain.

We enjoy having friends and family over for casual gatherings.

We also enjoy hosting formal dinner parties.

My husband has a natural talent for putting these gatherings and parties together.

I however do not.

I need all the help I can get to make myself look like an extraordinary hostess.

That's why I am so delighted with Beau-Coup.

Oh my gosh!!

The definition of beau-coup is abundance and that is exactly what Beau-Coup has. An abundance of anything you want or can possibly dream of for entertaining including personalization.

Holiday Dinners

Weddings

Birthday Parties

Dinner Parties

Wedding Showers

Baby Showers

Baptism Celebrations

Confirmation Celebrations

I'm crazy about these Holiday Chocolate Brownie Pops & Fall Brownie Pop Favors.

The 2 Piece Square Favor Boxes are tied with a ribbon just the way I wrap my gifts.

And how adorable are these Personalized M&M Tins?

I am head over heels in love with Beau-Coup and want to share that love with you!

Giveaway!!

Beau-coup Favors is offering a $75 gift card to one lucky winner towards anything on their site!

•Leave a comment telling us your favorite Beau-Coup product.

•This giveaway will close at midnight on November 22nd.

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For reviewing Beau-Coup I am receiving a gift certificate to spend on anything my heart desires but guess what? I would have written the review for free because like I said before, I am head over heels in love with Beau-Coup!!

The Princess and the "School" Baby

The Princess goes to pre-school twice a week. The baby doll in the photos lives at the pre-school but each of the children takes turn bringing her home for sleepovers. Today The Princess brought the baby home. I asked The Princess what the baby's name was and she replied, "School Baby"!

Organic Baby from Fresh Organics - Giveaway

We tend our grandchildren most everyday. Quite often they sleep over and jump in the bath tub for a good scrubbing. We always try to use the purest organic products when we bathe them.

Fresh Organics has an absolutely delightful line of Baby Shampoo & Wash, Bubble Bath, Bottom Balm  and Lotion. We had the opportnity to try the Organic Baby Conditioning Shampoo & Wash and Velvety Soft Babee Lotion.

I have to say I'm very impressed with Organic Baby.

Our grand babies play hard.

All. Day. Long.

The Princess (age three) gets just as dirty, if not more so, than her two older brothers. She has baby fine, fly-away hair that needs a gentle shampoo that also cleans well. I prefer the Shampoo & Wash for the simplicity of scrubbing little bodies from head to toes all at once.

Product Description: Organic Baby Conditioning Shampoo and Body Wash is a natural, hypoallergenic, tear-free formula that is gentle enough to use every day. Now there's no more tears or tangles at bath time - great for skin and hair of all ages.

The boys have grown out of wanting to put on lotion after bathing but not, of course, The Princess. The only problem I have found with the Velvety Soft Babee Lotion is...I'm using it more than my grand daughter.

Product Description: Organic Baby Velvety Soft Moisturizing Lotion protects delicate skin from drying wind and weather. This ultra rich formula is made with organic aloe vera, shea butter, avocado and jojoba oils, to deeply nourish and shield young, sensitive skin. Organic white tea and vitamin E defend against free radical damage and help keep young skin velvety soft. 

Giveaway!!

~ Win an Organic Baby Travel Pack Gift Set ~

~ Also Organic Baby Conditioning Shampoo and Body Wash  & Organic Baby Velvety Soft Moisturizing Lotion ~

•Leave a comment telling us your favorite Organic Baby product.

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I wrote this review as part of a blog tour for Fresh Organics with the Family Review Network.

Oxfam America Unwrapped

Saving lives.

Helping people overcome poverty.

Fighting for social justice.

That's what

is all about.

Website description: We are an international relief and development organization that creates lasting solutions to poverty, hunger, and injustice. We are part of Oxfam International, a confederation of 13 Oxfams working in more than 100 countries. Together with individuals and local groups in these countries, we save lives, help people overcome poverty, and fight for social justice.

There have been times in my life that anonymous loved ones have made sure that my family has been taken care of. I remember three different years when we arrived home to find a beautiful Christmas tree by our front door. There were also times when boxes were left filled with gifts. My life was changed because of this.

Now I am able to find fulfillment helping other people. And giving the "gift" of helping other people is a perfect gift for the holidays.

Oxfam America Unwrapped gives us the opportunity to reach out to the world.

Soap can stop the spread of disease or keep a child healthy. The $12 gift of soap supplies a community with 20 pounds of multipurpose soap.

The $25 gift of a Cooking Stove offers warmth and is an essential survival tool for displaced women. A fuel-efficient stove like this lessens the need for firewood, reduces deforestation, and cuts down the time spent by women gathering scarce firewood. The gift available for purchase range from Children's Toys, Books, Medical Kits, Blankets and Training for Midwives to Saving a Lake, Goats, Camels and Oxen. There are many options to help people in need all over the world.

I'm not crazy about shopping. The little bit that I do is usually online. Giving gifts from Oxfam America Unwrapped is giving two gifts in one. First, to the person I'm gifting. Second, to the people the gift will help.

Oxfam America Unwrapped is a simple way to spread the holiday spirit throughout the world and I like that.

I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Oxfam America Unwrapped and received a credit for a gift on the Oxfam site.

Pink Saturday - Bed Head

I couldn't resist these photos of The Pink Princess.

Every single morning she wakes up with a delightful case of "Bed Head"

It seriously cracks me up!

Aloha Friday - Thanksgiving Traditions

Happy Aloha Friday Everyone!!

From Kailani at An Island Life: In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So on Fridays let's take it easy on posting, too. Ask a simple question...nothing that requires a lengthy response. It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

This week we made Blessing Boxes & Blessing Mix with my Cub Scout. It's become a tradition in our family the last few years and I wanted to share it with my Cubs.

But what about you?

Do you have any Thanksgiving traditions?

Prima Princessa presents "The Nutcracker"

I love to dance.

I took tap and ballet lessons through my early teenage years and even tapped a bit as an adult. My daughter danced right into her first year of college and even Todd (yep, Toddy right over there in the side bar) danced during his pre-school and kindergarten years. In fact, Britt and Todd danced in a professional production of The Nutcracker. Britt was a soldier and Todd was a party boy and a mouse.

Over the years it's become a family tradition to watch a holiday production of The Nutcracker. It helps to set the mood in our house for the Christmas season.

This year we started our tradition with the new Prima Princessa presents The Nutcracker. It's the perfect way for young children to understand the Nutcracker story and to feel the music with their little bodies as they dance to it too.

 From Prima Princessa: Our 40 minute Christmas movie is the perfect Holiday Gift for children ages 3 to 7. Join Prima Princessa, the adorable cartoon fairy ballerina princess, as she takes you on an amazing holiday Christmas adventure. Get on your pretty tutu and get ready to dance with the San Francisco Ballet as they perform excerpts from their world famous "Nutcracker." Between acts your kids will get up off the couch and dance along as they learn real ballet steps demonstrated by students from the School of American Ballet, the official academy of the New York City Ballet, plus contagiously adorable tutu-clad children!

The Princess (my three year old grand daughter) of course loved The Nutcracker. Even our six and nine year old grandsons enjoyed it. The boys are very uninhibited and not afraid to show their creativity through their body movements. (Umm...dancing)
With The Nutcracker comes the splendor of Christmas, dancing, toy soldiers, snow fairies and surprises that will entertain everyone... even the rough and tumble boys!!

This post was written as part of a program for Family Review Network and Prima Princessa, who provided the DVD for review."

Wordless Wednesday

A Disney Pixar Parade

We are a Disney family and make family memories at Disneyland several times a month. We don't always take the time to sit and watch the parades. Yesterday was MY birthday and since I love a parade, we sat with The Princess and Bear and enjoyed the Pixar Parade in California Adventure.

The Princess was dancing before the parade even made it's way to us.

Her favorite attraction in California Adventure is "Monsters, Inc".

The Princess was thrilled when Sulley rode by on a giant bicycle.

 “The Incredibles” were there.

Nemo swam by.

And friendly jellyfish stopped to say howdy doo.

There were 'flying' bugs from “A Bug’s Life”

"Slim" the walking stick bug was HUGE!

The green army guys from "Toy Story" never missed a beat.

The Princess wanted to make sure we didn't miss a beat!

The parade characters made a point to wave to everyone.

From "Little Bo Peep" ...

... to "Jessie" the rootin' tootin' cowgirl!

Maclaren Strollers Recall

Maclaren USA Recalls to Repair Strollers Following Fingertip Amputations.

The stroller’s hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.

There have been 15 reports of children placing their finger in the stroller’s hinge mechanism, resulting in 12 reports of fingertip amputations in the United States.

This recall involves all Maclaren single and double umbrella strollers. The word “Maclaren” is printed on the stroller. The affected models included Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, TechnoXLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno and Easy Traveller.

Babies“R”Us, Target and other juvenile product and mass merchandise retailers nationwide from 1999 through November 2009 for between $100 and $360.

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled strollers and contact Maclaren USA to receive a free repair kit.

(Information & images fom the CPSC website)

Stonyfield Farms Yo Baby Meals

We are an 'organic' family.

The majority of our diet consists of fresh fruits and vegetables. I am however always looking for organic foods that are appealing and taste good. I have three grandchildren who are picky eaters and always seem to be hungry.

Stonyfield Farms has just introduced Yo Baby 3 in 1 Meals. Hmmm...yogurt & fruit & veggies. I have to say I was skeptical but I’ve always trusted Stonyfield Farms. I was actually excited about trying the 3 in 1 meals.

I think the combination of the three healthy foods is wonderful. I had a difficult time finding the Yo Baby Meals in several of my local supermarkets. But if you live near a Super Walmart or Whole Foods you're in luck.

The Yo Baby Meals come in three flavors.

Apple & Sweet Potato,

Pear & Green Beans

and my favorite,

Peach & Squash.

We received samples of each Yo Baby 3 in 1 Meal from Stonyfield Farms for our candid review.

Images are from the Stonyfield Farms website.

Simply Precious

Tiny Prints for Christmas

We are big on greeting cards at our house and like to send them out via 'snail mail'.
I look forward to our tradition every year of sending Christmas cards to friends and family.

Tiny Prints has a wonderful selection of cards and announcements for every occasion. There is a huge selection of Customer Favorites Holiday Cards.

Make a Photo Book from your own photos.

The Photo Collage Cards have a personal touch.

The Raised Print Thermography Holiday Cards are absolutely gorgeous.

Studio Basics Holiday Cards are simply perfect.

How about a personalized Holiday Pop-Up Card?

This Tri-Fold Holiday Card is new to Tiny Prints.

If your busy life doesn't allow for you to shop, try the Tiny Prints Personal Shopping Service. It's free through November 15th!

There's also the Celebrity Holiday Card Collection for Charity. Stop by to see what charity your favorite celebrity is representing.

Become the face of Tiny Prints!

Enter the Tiny Prints Talent Search Contest for a chance to win $1,000 and see your smiling faces featured in our 2010 advertising campaign!

Pink Saturday ~ Trees

I can imagine myself walking along a mountain path with a subtle breeze against my face. As I come upon this grove of majestic pink trees I gaze up toward the sun and glimpse this lovely sight.

What kind of tree is this? I want one in my front yard!

I love the bold colors in this "photo shopped" photo.

It looks to be a black and white photo with the vibrant pink added.

This is just plain gorgeous.

I'd like to have a vase filled with these blooms on my kitchen table.

Can you see my house at the end of this delightful lane?

It's really not there but if you dream it enough it will appear!

What kind of tree do you think this is? Ornamental? Fruit?

Have a lovely Pink Saturday!!

I snagged these images from a Google search with the words "Pink Trees".

Aloha Friday ~ Thanksgiving Decor

Happy Aloha Friday Everyone!!

From Kailani at An Island Life: In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So on Fridays let's take it easy on posting, too. Ask a simple question...nothing that requires a lengthy response. It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

Halloween is over and the stores are ready for Christmas.

But what about Thanksgiving?

It seems that Thanksgiving isn't a big money maker for stores and gets lost between Halloween and Christmas.

How about you?

Do you decorate your home for Thanksgiving?

Itsy Bitsy Spider iPhone iPod Application

I love Duck Duck Moose!

Duck Duck Moose iPhone/iPod applications make my life less complicated, keep waiting rooms quiet and make my grandchildren happy. Duck Duck Moose also helps my grandchildren develop their small motor movement and stimulates their thought process.

The Old MacDonald application was such a big hit with us that I knew I'd like the Itsy Bitsy Spider application too.

Duck Duck Moose makes iPhone/iPod applications that give me the peace of mind I need when I want to keep my grandchildren occupied.

Product Description: Created by parents, “Itsy Bitsy Spider – by Duck Duck Moose” is a musical book based on the popular song, with fully interactive, original illustrations. Follow the spider through the captivating, inter-connected scenes as he goes up the water spout, comes down with the rain, and watches the sun dry up all the rain.

Itsy Bitsy is very different from our other two apps (Wheels on the Bus and Old MacDonald). There’s more interactivity, more fun things to do, a more engaging navigation model (poking the spider), and we’ve introduced a friendly tutor (a fly!) to teach your child about nature and the environment.

The music is delightful.

The spider is adorable.

The interaction is stimulating.

Most importantly, my grandchildren are happy and that makes me happy!

And now for Disclosure:

This post was written as part of a program for Family Review Network and Duck Duck Moose, who provided the application for review.

Crayola’s "Lights, Camera, Color" Giveaway

I have a nine year old grandson that has gotten himself "restricted". I won't go into to why he's "restricted" but I will say that, he's "restricted" from playing outside and from anything electronic. Interestingly, that doesn't leave him with much to do from his "past" daily life.

Personally, I don’t think children are involved in as many creative activities as they could be. I believe that children (especially my grandson) would thrive if given the opportunity to let their creative juices flow.

Crayola´s new creative program, "Lights, Camera, Color" is the perfect place for kid’s to do just that. I introduced my Cub Scouts to the program with a picture of the American flag. Afterwards my grandson asked if I would print out other pictures for him to color. I was thrilled with his request and we printed out photos from our last trip to Disneyland.

Crayola's "Lights, Camera, Color" is a kid friendly website where kids can upload their very own digital photos to transform into coloring pages. Kids upload a favorite photo. An animated vacuum appears and pulls all the color from the photo. And then the creativity begins!

There are several available options where they can add backgrounds and fun stuff like hats, sunglasses, crazy hair and even a mustache! Kids can make their own creatures using their photos with the "Body Builder" tool and their own machines with the "Gizmo Gears" application.

So...

Lights! Camera! Color!

Please use this 1-day code to be creative: PRT77F3S

Giveaway!!

~ Win a Crayola Telescoping Crayon Tower ~

(just in time for Christmas)

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Wordless Wednesday - Disneyland?

Dessert Shells from Cambria Cove

Are these little chocolate Dessert Shells making you hungry?

How about putting you in the mood to throw a little soirée?

I say...

Yes, I'd like to have one with whipped cream and berries please

and yes, let's party!!

(Image from the Cambria Cove)

Pink Saturday ~ Swine Flu

In honor of the Swine Flu, (which I'm having more than a hard time recovering from) I thought I'd share a few Pink Piggies.

"Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil"

Aspen Country

"Packed Pink Pigs"

Favorite Fabrics

Strawberry flavored "Alma Pink Pigs"

Sweetie World

Fantastic Farm and Country Photos

Aloha Friday ~ Signatures

Happy Aloha Friday Everyone!!

From Kailani at An Island Life: In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So on Fridays let's take it easy on posting, too. Ask a simple question...nothing that requires a lengthy response. It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

My daughter's boyfriend said to me one day...

"Britt doesn't have a signature! She just writes her name but doesn't have a signature!"

Britt worked hard at perfecting her "signature" after that but it still looked like her name to me.

Does a signature have to be something that's not legible?

Perhaps something like my husband's signature. I can read the D for his first name and the C for our last name, but after the C it looks like a series of bumps to me. I must make it clear that I absolutely love my husband's signature and if our desktop with the scanner had not crashed, I'd show a sample.

My signature however is very easy to read and every letter is legible. I guess it's my name but not a 'signature' signature!

Hmmm...

Do you have a signature?

Is it legible, or what Britt's boyfriend considered a true "signature"?

MADD & The Power Of Parents

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has a tremendous amount of influence. When I was a Trauma Intervention volunteer (TIP) a gal from MADD spoke at one of our meetings. I have never forgotten what she said to us. Especially that MADD members attend court for drunk drivers and give their business card to the bailiff (which always makes it to the judge). Just the presence of MADD in the courtroom can make a difference in how the judge will rule.

MADD has just created a new program that helps parents communicate with teenagers about the real life danger of alcohol use. Parents are the best influence for their children and the Power Of Parents provides different resources to help with that influence. Take the Safety Quiz to find out if your teen is safe from the health, academic, career and legal risks of underage drinking. Visit the MADD blog which is dedicated to the passionate MADD staff and volunteers that have a lot to say about the Power of Parents. Twitter with other parents and connect on Facebook. Pledge to show your support for the 21 Minimum Legal Drinking Age law, which has saved 25,000 lives since it was enacted in 1984. Education for both parents and teenagers can be lifesaving. I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central on behalf of MADD. A donation was made to MADD in my name to thank me for taking the time to participate.

Wordless Wednesday - Todd's Puppy, "Butters"

Trunk & Treat 2009

Last night we went to the annual Trunk and Treat at our church. I've been sick for the last 2 weeks and put off Halloween costumes until the last minute. Next year...I promise myself ...I will not still be sewing costumes as we walk out the door for Halloween!

The Princess loves the Wizard of Oz.

She originally wanted to be Dorothy but changed her mind. She was a perfect little Wicked Witch who in the end got...

...the Ruby Slippers!

Bear is a second generation Vampire! He follows his father, Uncle Toddy and his brother. I was thrilled with Monkey Boy's Wolf Man.