Holiday Shopping

Moonlight Madness/Black Friday Hours at Outlets at San Clemente!

This is a sponsored post. #OutletsSC Outlets at San Clemente. With deals like 40% off at the Tommy Hilfiger Outlet Store, it was the perfect opportunity to start shopping for Christmas. This year I have 18 kids to shop for (10 on my husband side and 6 on my side plus our two boys). Most of them are grown and have a ton of toys already so I like to designer clothing. This year I am blessed with a new nephew who is also my Godson. I got him a couple of dressy shirts in plaid and a pair of jeans. For my twin nephews, I thought it would be … READ MORE >>

Tree Lighting Ceremony and Concert at New Outlets at San Clemente, Sat 11/14 PLUS Gift Card Giveaway!

This is a sponsored post. #OutletsSC The new Outlets at San Clemente is officially open! It’s Orange County’s very first ocean-facing outdoor outlet shopping & dining destination! Today we went to the Ribbon-cutting ceremony, and it was exciting! Some stores were already open, some were still moving in, and we were told there is a walking trail that takes you down to the beach! More to come! Their final 500,000 square foot development plan includes more than a dozen dining options including four restaurants with a scenic ocean-view overlooking the Marblehead Coastal development. It’s not only family-friendly, it’s dog-friendly!

GIVEAWAY: $50 AMEX Simon Mall Gift Card! | @ShopBreaMall #HolidayShopping #ad

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Brea Mall. How cute are these gift boxes? Last weekend, I stopped by Brea Mall’s Guest Services to learn about their gift cards options. As you may already know, they offer both VISA and AMEX gift cards, but do you know the differences? They both cost $2.95, but the main differences are: AMEX does NOT charge the $2.95 service monthly fee (after 12 months from purchase date) until it eats up the remaining balance of your card. Your balance on the AMEX gift card do not expire. AMEX does NOT charge the $15 to replace your card.* *NOTE: Not … 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 >>

FUN Holiday Drop and Shop Day via Autism Tree (Fundraiser)

You know how hard it is to shop with little ones in tow during the holidays. Now imagine doing it with a special needs child with Autism. Autism Tree Project Foundation (ATPF) is hosting a fun Holiday Drop and Shop Day in December for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) along with their siblings. They will be engaged in fun, sensory-friendly activities including group music therapy, arts & crafts, and playtime. Saturday December 8, 2012 10:30am-1:30pm Addie’s AutismFITT Club in Mission Valley 7850 Mission Center Court #100 San Diego, CA 92108 Reserve your spot today! Cost: $25 for one child, $15 for each add’l child (Ages 3 and up – … READ MORE >>