A Work in Progress: Taking Inventory

It started with a long, hard look in the mirror in nothing but biker shorts and a sports bra.  Where did that tummy come from?  Where did my waist line go??  Oh.  My.  GOSH!  It is June 30th and I have yet to shed my "winter coat," as I like to call it.  But what it really is is about 15 …

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Wordless Wednesday

Missing him...

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4th of July Fierceness

I love the 4th of July for a number of reasons. The barbeques, the fireworks, the patriotism, appreciation for a the men and woman who serve and have served (like my grandfather, uncles, mother and hubby- hooah!), etc. For me, as with any holiday, I'm always ways looking for fun ways to get fes…

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Snapfish Color Your Summer Giveaway

Ahhh... Summer is finally here! Recently, Snapfish launched an exciting summer campaign called “Color Your Summer.” Every week, for seven weeks, they will introduce a feature color on www.snapfish.com/coloryoursummer . Visit the site and upload a photo representing the color of the week for your cha…

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Yummy Cupcakes + Maker's Mark Free Tasting!

On Tuesday, June 28th, join Yummy Cupcakes as they infuse some of their tasty treats with Maker's Mark Bourboun Whiskey and enjoy a free tasting.  Celebrity Chef Tiffini Soforenko will be hosting at the Santa Monica Bakeshop from 11:00am to 1:00pm and at the Burbank location from 3:00pm to 5:0…

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Stuff to Do in L.A. This Weekend

Go Cherry Picking in Leona Valley Attend the 1st annual Pinz Block Party in Studio City Saturday, 12-4pm Race over to the Cars 2 Event at IKEA Saturday, 2-4pm Zoom to your local Disney store for a Cars 2 Secret Agent Escapade (ages 3+) Saturday,11:30am-1pm Build a Waving Flag at your local Lowe's B…

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Tomorrow is Global Smurfs Day!

One of my favorite childhood cartoons is coming to life in a major way next month and I'm too excited! I'm looking forward to taking my kids to see The Smurfs in 3D, but honestly, I'd probably go without them!  To celebrate the film's upcoming release and Smurfs creator, Peyo's …

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Free Brag Book +s/h

Visit Walgreens’ website to order your Free Brag Book! Just pay $2.99 for shipping and handling (in-store pick-up not available for this deal). The Brag Book is a 4.5” x 6”, 20 page photo book. Choose from over 100 designs and upload your personal photos to make it your own. Register with Walgreens.…

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Send a Free Card to a Soldier

You can personalize a card to have sent to our troops at military bases and veteran hospitals around the world for FREE thanks to Tiny Prints and AMillionThanks.org ! 1) To order A FREE Independence Card For The Troops go to Tiny Prints and choose the Forever Flag or American Heroes Greeting Card. 2) …

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Blog Giveaway Linky for June 24 to July 1. Add Your Giveaways!

Here's how it works: In the "Title" field, briefly enter your blog name, prize, and date your giveaway ends in the form below. Provide the link directly to your giveaway (not your main page). Please do not add spam to this list. Good luck to all!

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Don't Fret the Sweat Giveaway!

Three L.A. Mama readers will each have an opportunity to win a Dove Don't Fret the Sweat prize consisting of go fresh Revive (pomegrante and lemon verbenna) deoderant and body mist and a travel size Burst (nectarine and white ginger) deoderant. There are six ways to enter, but only one entry pe…

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Don't Fret the Sweat!

It's 5:30 in the evening. I pull up to my 10-year-old daughter's school to collect my precious baby girl after she's enjoyed a long day of learning and playing. As I walk through the gates, she sees me and comes running. I smile and reach out to embrace her. She get closer... My express…

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Cars 2 Event at The Americana!

It's almost time! Today, join KIIS FM and Manny on the Streets as the cars from Cars 2 invade the Americana at Brand. Play games and win prizes today from 12:00-7:00pm. I'll be there! Will you? The Americana is located at 300 South Brand Boulevard in Glendale, California.

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Road Trip: Texas!

I didn't know my father growing up which always left me curious and longing. Recently I decided to really search for him and any siblings I might have. My search lead me to a small town in Texas, about a thousand miles away where I also have a stepmom, little sister, little brother, older broth…

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TV Review: Nail Files

Nail Files is a new reality show that follows high-energy salon owner, Katie Cazorla. Nestled in the heart of Sherman Oaks, California, Katie's salon, The Painted Nail , caters to A-list celebrity clientele from Vanessa Williams to Vanessa Hudgens. Watch she juggles the task of running the sal…

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