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Alive in Wonderland

Win tickets to "Walk with Dinosaurs" at Honda Center

Watch the video from last night. Last night a colossal show came to the Honda Center. It was massive. It was... full blog | RSS Feed

Fortified with Irony

How to: Not have cable.

I don’t have cable TV. There, I said it. No, we’re not some wackos who believe that television is the voice of the devil. ... full blog | RSS Feed

She's Cookin'

Summer Vegetable Gratin

A delicate summer gratin celebrates the season's bounty! Thanks to my friend Diane, I went to see a movie and came home... full blog | RSS Feed

The Glamorous Life Association

New haircut. New hope.

Going to the hair salon is like a little trip to the ‘hope store’ for me. I walk in with unrealistic expectations. I make jo... full blog | RSS Feed

O-MAMA

FRIDAY FUNNIES: "Find the Balance"

"A mother's work is never done." Happy Friday MAMAS! Moms know how hard it is to find the balanc... full blog | RSS Feed

She's Crafty

The International Princess Project

(We are taking a break from our Baby/Bridal shower series to save lives... REALLY!) What if I told you sewing could rescu... full blog | RSS Feed

Savvy Mom

Family Fun at the OC Foodie Fest

First, I am going to give a brief update on Miss Savvy. She turned two in May and she could not be cuter. Yes, I am prejudice... full blog | RSS Feed

Vintage Mama

Beach Beauty Essentials For Weary Moms

Traveling anywhere with kids is pretty tough. Traveling to a local beach resort with 3 boys while trying to look glamorous is... full blog | RSS Feed

Play Mom

A Play Challenge

My friend and fellow writer, Dara, is the kind of mom who wakes up at 3am with a great idea for the blog. She called... full blog | RSS Feed

Green Mom

Reflections from the ICU

I’m in ICU with my dad – for another day, too many that I don’t want to count right now. It’s not a place either of us ever ... full blog | RSS Feed

By the Book

OC Dad writes a step-by-step parenting guide

Scott Gale is a typical Southern California dad busy juggling family and professional responsibilities while trying to ... full blog | RSS Feed

Mom is a Four Letter Word

Pretty much the best date. Ever.

Winston Churchill once said, "If you are going through hell, keep going." Let's just say that I am taking the ol' b... full blog | RSS Feed

Back to Work Dad

My top four Disneyland "Secrets"

Not many people may know this about me about I spent 5 years working at Disneyland during high school and colle... full blog | RSS Feed

Debbie's OC Live Looks

:60 VIDEO: Seriously, no carbs? Meet Season’s 52.

Check it: no heavy carbs, no butter, no bread, no fryers. And even organic wines for no-sulfate fans. Healthy, hip cuisine ... full blog | RSS Feed

PoiseMatters

Taking a plane, remember your manners

Manners for airline travel - Dress comfortably but nicely. A well-dressed American makes an instant favorable impression.... full blog | RSS Feed

OC Transplant

Time to Vote!

It's time to vote! I'll soon be delivering our little girl and need some advice on which outfit to bring her home... full blog | RSS Feed

Mommy iMoments

Filmmaking doesn’t get more indie than this

It was a few generations ago that I got a new iphone. To my grandma, that sounds like 90 years or so. And that is how it ... full blog | RSS Feed

Trampled by Zebras

Using a Gluten-Free Diet For Autism Treatment

There is a theory in autism treatment that along with a sensory diet, kids with autism may benefit from eliminating g... full blog | RSS Feed

Cheeky Musings

I regret voting Yes on 8

As a Californian, I voted yes on Prop 8. I regret that now. As a Christian, I don't think it's my place to promote a consti... full blog | RSS Feed

Hippo Brigade

Poorly built sugar piñatas

Every night I switch off the light, close my eyes, and make attempts of peace in harmony in my subconscious. I visualize lem... full blog | RSS Feed

Rockin' Mama

Nanny McPhee Returns...Screening and Giveaway

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Teri, Sarah, and Sue. Congrats! Sometimes, when my ... full blog | RSS Feed

Autism in the O.C.

Because Bubble Baths are Overrated

Hey. You know you've always wanted to know what taking a bath with a wicker basket would be like. Don't even try and deny i... full blog | RSS Feed

Nesting Instincts

Hello Yellow!

Some say that there is no cheerier color than yellow. Yellow is the color of the sun, lemon, sunflowers, butter, and all thin... full blog | RSS Feed

The Bush Report

'Diary of a Wimpy Kid': should you touch this cheese?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid(in stores August 3) chronicles a boy's entry into middle school. It's based on th... full blog | RSS Feed

Drama Momma

Ticket Giveaway for South Coast Rep's Cinderella!

Drama Momma Ticket Giveaway! South Coast Rep is letting Drama Momma give away FOUR tickets for an opening we... full blog | RSS Feed

Beauty Store Dropout

Eye Creams That Work

Last week I posted my tips to prevent and get rid of dark circles . I mentioned concealers and eye creams, but didn't go int... full blog | RSS Feed

Hip Mom

The six people you meet at the beach

It's summer in Orange County and the beaches are packed. Have you noticed that there certain types of people ... full blog | RSS Feed

Kids and Mice

Water fun at California Adventure

We have annual passes for Disney and I like to take full advantage by trying to visit at least once a week. My husban... full blog | RSS Feed

College Bound

My Favorite Summer Camps for Kids in the OC

Summer is almost here and I wanted to share with you some of my favorite summer opportunities in Orange County for kids tha... full blog | RSS Feed

OC and Me

Made in The OC: Marble Racers

Made in the USA is something I love to see on products I buy, but I bet you never realized how many wonderful things are a... full blog | RSS Feed

Rage Against the Minivan

A Day at the Dunes

Yesterday we had our first foray with kayaking as a family of six. You see, Mark and I are in the process of finding ne... full blog | RSS Feed

According to Kelly

The Affair.

I'm feeling a bit a guilty, so I think it's time to confess: For the past couple of months I have been having an affair. I... full blog | RSS Feed

Out and About

Winner of Tanaka Farms

The winner of Tanaka Farms giveaway is Heather, who said...We have recently been talking about how things are grown, es... full blog | RSS Feed

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