GIVEAWAYS

Custom-Made DreamCatcher’s @WeightedBlanket #Giveaway ends 3/3/13

If you or someone you know have sensory needs, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to win a weighted blanket (or product) below. They also make nice gifts. I received a 7 lb. twin blanket from DreamCatcherTM for my 5 year old son to review last week and upon receiving the package, I was immediately impressed. You can tell it was packaged with care. These blankets are durable and 100% custom-made. The weights are evenly distributed with their quilting technique. This was embroidered at the bottom righthand corner of our blanket. The weight was calculated by my son’s height and weight. Eileen was very helpful. I chose a medium … READ MORE >>

In February, Go Red for Women at Mimi’s Cafe |@Mimis_Cafe #MimisGoesRed #Giveaway ends 2/10/13

February is not only the Month of Love, it’s also “Go Red for Women” and “American Heart” month. “Fight against heart disease, the number one killer of women”. Friday, February 1st is the 10th National Wear RED Day. If you visit a Mimi’s Cafe that day wearing RED, Mimi’s will reward you with a FREE cup of their signature soup to raise awareness of heart disease. (In store only. No carry outs.) (c) Mimi’s Cafe You might also want to know: Throughout the month, guests that donate $1 will receive a red heart-shaped tribute card to inscribe and post on a giant in-restaurant red dress display. A limited-edition sparkle red … READ MORE >>

Whale Watching All Year Round with Newport Landing PLUS a special offer and #Giveaways ends 2/10/13.

I’ve got some great info for you if you’ve been thinking about taking the family out to a see whales. Newport Landing runs whale watching excursions daily all year long. The gray whale season lasts until the end of April, but then the giant blue whales starts showing up in mid-May. (c) Newport Landing “Along with viewing Grey Whales you can expect to see dolphins, sea lions, and marine birds.” (c) Newport Landing “The California Gray Whale makes the most spectacular and longest mass migration of any marine mammal. Tens of thousands of gray whales migrate annually along the west coast of North America from the summer feeding grounds in … READ MORE >>

Experience Santa’s Wonderland in SoCal (Plus a GIVEAWAY)

We were invited to experience SoCal’s newest holiday attraction: Santa’s Wonderland. Tickets include a two hour experience and lots of rooms to explore. I want to share with you our favorites. Letters to SANTA Kids can write letters to SANTA in this mailroom. An ELF is there to help. There’s also a mail drop box. How cute! Write Letters to SANTA Mail Room @Santa’s Wonderland/(c) Let’s Play OC Are you on SANTA’s Naughty or Nice List? If you’re not sure, an ELF will check to see if you’re naughty or nice. Lots of Photo Opps Photos with SANTA (and Elves) Our admissions included a FREE 4×6 photo with SANTA. Super … READ MORE >>

Holiday Finds @ The Children’s Place (Plus a GIVEAWAY)

Lately, SoCal’s weather has been unpredictable so I find that layering is always the best way to go. We were invited to browse the holiday collection at The Children’s Place and we were so happy that we did. Some of my closest friends know that lately I can’t get Preston out of his Transformers pajamas so was looking for regular every day tees and guess what? The Children’s Place had them! They have a huge collection of licensed tees. I love their Marvel Comics and Hello Kitty tees. These are so easy to layer with a thermal or dressy shirt underneath. “For boys, we have great Sherpa hoodies, microfleece and … READ MORE >>

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