Earth Day at Pretend City

Looking for something for the whole family this weekend?  Celebrate Earth Day at Pretend City on Sunday, April 22nd.    The Green Family, bee keepers who work to rescue bees and preserve their habitats and honey, will be at Pretend City all day to teach and inspire families to live a “clean lifestyle”.They make non-toxic cleaners …

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My Little Pony Friendship Is Magic Wedding

My little Princess is turning 3 in a week (eek).  For her 3rd birthday bash, she selected “My Little Pony, Friendship is Magic as the theme.  Being crafty and loving the ponies, I decided to create: homemade centerpieces, banners, etc.  I’ll give you a little preview: Then, I get an email invitation: OMG!!! WHAT? A …

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Spring Break Vegas Vacation

Rather than do our typical day trip to San Diego for Spring Break, we decided to take a trip to Vegas.  Figured the kids would LOVE the lights and sights there. With potty training toddlers, we obviously stopped at our favorite mid-way point from when hubs and I were kids….The Barstow McDonalds.  Gave us a …

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RESCUED SEA OTTER PUP TO MAKE HER NEW HOME AT THE AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC

Photo: Robin Riggs Have you heard?  The Aquarium of the pacific has welcomed a female sea otter, rescued off Del Monte Beach in Northern California on Valentine’s Day.   Government and wildlife officials determined that she was unable to take care of herself in the wild and was transported to The Aquarium of the Pacific as …

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Spring Break!

Today marks the end of school for hubby (a teacher).  Now that he’s off, we’re looking for fun things for the family to do.  During “Spring Break” we are usually busy with softball, as he is dedicated to the high school he teaches at and the softball team he coaches.  However, this year, we have …

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Chipmunks Spring Break Stay-Cation

I remember running around the house as a kid listening to Alvin and the Chipmunks on my Barbie record player.  Gosh, I guess I’m dating myself, aren’t I?  Well, Alvin and the Chipmunks, an absolute favorite of the entire family is amazingly back in the spotlight.  My kids have been introduced to the…through the “Happy …

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Spring 2012 Events

Spring 2012 Here is a list of the Spring and Easter events going on around Orange County: ALISO VIEJO: The Aliso Viejo Community association will host their Spring Celebration Saturday, March 31st from 9am to 11:30am at Grand Park.  This free event will include egg hunts, visits with Peter Rabbit, face painting, bounce house, entertainment, …

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