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Beyonce Baby Bump in Dress
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Beyonce: Money Talks & Other Parents Walk

Like most people, I was excited to learn that Beyonce was pregnant.  During her pregnancy, I tried to catch as many glimpses of her baby bump on the rag mags as I could.  You probably saw me flipping through a magazine or three while I waited to pay for my groceries at Publix.  So when news broke this weekend...

El Día de los Reyes Magos
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Three Kings Day: New & Old Tradition

January 6th, marks a big holiday for many Latinos around the globe, El Día de los Reyes Magos, or Three Kings Day.  Before I was done with my breakfast this morning, my mom had already sent me a picture of  her Rosca de Reyes, the cake made in the shape of a wreath eaten on this special day. Growing...

Recipe: Mixed Berry Smoothie with Almond Milk
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Jump Start Weight-Loss with a Mixed Berry Smoothie

If you are looking for a way to jumpstart weight-loss or incorporate healthy foods into your diet, try a healthy smoothie for breakfast or lunch.  Since I have started drinking smoothies, I have more energy, my hair and nails are strong, and my skin feels good.  I know it’s because I’m getting the added vitamins that my...

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When Your Husband Steals Your iPhone

Apparently it’s not just kids that like to have fun with your iPhone camera.  We had a 9 hour road trip and while I was driving someone found something to do to entertain himself.     I suppose reading a book would’ve been too boring…  

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Christmas Staycation 2011

  I hope everyone has been having a great holiday season so far! Each year we spend so much time and energy getting ready for the big day and before we know it, it’s all finished. Crazy stuff, isn’t it? This year, I wanted to savor my time off from work as much as possible...

Black and White Shih Tzu
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When is My Family Ready to Adopt a Pet?

With the holidays quickly approaching I know that some parents are considering whether to add a new furry friend into the family.  Are your kids old enough? Where should you adopt the pet, a store, pet rescue, or shelter?  What sort of supplies will you need for your new pet? I have always been a lover...

Moms Matter 2012
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Moms Matter 2012: New Mom Bloggers Join The Stir

I was really honored a few weeks ago when I received an email from one of CafeMom’s editors. She wanted to know if I was interested in writing about the upcoming election and issues that affect moms on CafeMom’s blog site, the Stir.  I jumped at the opportunity with excitement. I am a huge fan of...

Fun Ideas for Keeping Kids Busy During Christmas Break
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Fun Ideas for Keeping Kids Busy During Christmas Break

Well Moms, Christmas vacation is just around the corner.  Do you have plans for your kids?  As usual, our school begins the holiday vacation with an entire week of half-days the week before school is out for almost three weeks.  Really, that’s annoying.  I have work to do. Doesn’t anyone else? Plus, I haven’t purchased...

Giuliana Rancic Shows Strength of a Woman
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Giuliana Rancic Shows Strength of a Woman

On the Today Show yesterday, the  E! News co-anchor Guiliana Rancic announced that she will be undergoing a double mastectomy next week.  In October of this year, Guiliana shared the news that she was diagnosed with early stages of breast cancer. The news came as a surprise to many of her fans and for some the announcement was a reality check.  Many...