Baby’s 1st Steps

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For the last 3 months I have been posting about my children's 1sts. It's been a nostalgic walk down memory lane. Getting through the 1st steps pictures was a great way to make me smile. J's 1st steps were at 14 mo old. Seeing J's picture I remember his little toddle and giggle when we were walking around outside. The way he ran on the sidewalk like he was so proud of himself for finally getting … [Read more...]

Shoe Love Is Genetic on Smartly SoCal

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Today on Smartly So Cal is my story about how I discovered that Shoe Love Is Genetic, and how my daughter definitely has my gentic code. It's a must read with a super cute picture of my daughter, but I'm not biased. … [Read more...]

A Night With the SDMomfia at La Costa Resort

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A little less then 2 weeks ago I was lucky enough to be invited to the Spa Social by the SDMomfia and the La Costa Resort Spa, Carlsbad, California. It was a night of fun with some great bloggers, champagne and great food. Who could ask for more right? I figured out on my drive to the Resort, with my date Romy (@romyraves) of Romy Raves, that it had been at least 5 years since I went away for the … [Read more...]

I Talk To Myself – Smartly SoCal

Want to see a picture of me when I was about 3 years old? I promise you'll see that my daughter looks exactly like me. Want to hear me pontificate on how I talked to myself as a child? Please go check out my article on Smartly SoCal I Talk To Myself. … [Read more...]

Fashionista-To-Be

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It's hard to believe that tomorrow my baby girl will be 2.  It makes me sad all over so instead of her birth story etc I thought I'd just share her birthday outfits.  Yes I said outfits.  I mean how else would you celebrate a Fashionista-to-be birthday? Everything you see below was knitted by my mother, so they are truly one of a kind couture.  Two year old style. This outfit is for her … [Read more...]

The Truth About My Weight – #mamavation

Coming to terms with my body is a very hard thing to do.  I've been in denial for some time about it.  Although I am aware of it, I don't look in the mirror much. This last weekend I really looked.  NAKED looked!  It was horrendous.  I had 3 cesarean sections.  There is literally a flap of stomach hanging over the area with the scar.  Did I mention when I look down I can't see my vagina … [Read more...]

One Person’s Kindness

Yesterday (by 45 mins) a very inspiring thing happened to me.  I want to share this story with you because I hope it will touch you as much as it touched me. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Many of you may already know my husband lost his job 3 months ago.  We were struggling before but now it's just not fun.  Late in the afternoon I got an … [Read more...]

My Holiday Wish List

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To all of the husbands, boyfriends, significant others or ladies who need ideas to give to your husbands, boyfriends or significant others here is MY wish list.  Very narcissitc of me isn't it?  However, my loves may be your/gift recipients loves too.  I don't own any of the below, but I sure wish I did. Nook Color I am a very avid reader.  The giddiness I get when I go into a … [Read more...]

Holiday Gift Guide

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  I wanted to share with all of you some fantastic finds I have come across in the last few months that would make great gifts. Emmy's Closet has beautiful hair accessories that will make a statement and perfect for a little girl who needs a little pizzaz.  These accessories are great for newborn through somewhere around the age little girls don't want cute barrettes.   Sara also makes … [Read more...]

The Toy Gimmes

I have to admit I'm a instant gratification girl.  I shop a lot and spend more money then I should.  The HaveTheTalkNow contest really hit home because R & I talk about teaching the kids about money and saving.  In addition, we are focusing a lot on donating and helping others.   Of the six cards given as prompts I chose the above because R & I have talked over and over again about … [Read more...]

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