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The piñata cookies that have everyone talking!

The piñata cookies that have everyone talking!

Posted by on May 5, 2012 in Holidays, Party Ideas, Recipes

If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed or Email Updates. Thanks for visiting!In honor of Cinco de Mayo, SheKnows.com...

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Top Films to Watch This Easter

Top Films to Watch This Easter

Posted by on Apr 4, 2012 in Holidays, Movies

It’s Spring Break here, but we’re home all week, so I’ve been stocking up on DVDs to entertain the kids. I can only do so...

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Martha Stewart pre-lit tree from Home Depot

Martha Stewart pre-lit tree from Home Depot

Posted by on Dec 18, 2011 in Holidays

So, as I told you last week, we bought our first artificial Christmas tree this year. I mean, I always grew up having an artificial tree...

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Shopping for my Secret Santa at jcpenney

Shopping for my Secret Santa at jcpenney

Posted by on Dec 16, 2011 in Gift Ideas, Holidays

The countdown to Christmas is on! I am pretty much done. Phew. One cool shopping experience I had this year was looking for a gift for my...

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Dessert with friends

Dessert with friends

Posted by on Dec 15, 2011 in Domesticity, Holidays, Recipes

Thanks to Duncan Hines for sponsoring my writing. There’s no limit to the baking possibilities, so grab your favorite Duncan Hines...

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Cookie exchange tips from HERSHEY’S

Cookie exchange tips from HERSHEY’S

Posted by on Dec 14, 2011 in Domesticity, Giveaways, Holidays, Recipes

Cookie exchanges during the holidays are a long-standing tradition in the U.S., but a fairly new concept to Latinos. Horneando juntas...

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Ben and Jerry’s Vanilla ice cream [closed]

Ben and Jerry’s Vanilla ice cream [closed]

Posted by on Dec 11, 2011 in Food & Drink Reviews, Giveaways, Holidays

Did you know that Vanilla was the first flavor of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream? The brand may be known for their other more memorable...

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Choosing a Christmas Tree

Choosing a Christmas Tree

Posted by on Dec 9, 2011 in Decorating, Green Living, Holidays

We went looking for a Christmas tree the other day, but came home empty handed. Why? For the first time in over 10 years, we’re...

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The Home Depot Holiday Décor [closed]

The Home Depot Holiday Décor [closed]

Posted by on Dec 4, 2011 in Decorating, Giveaways, Holidays

A few days ago, I told my husband that I had to go to The Home Depot. His response: “What do you need me to buy?” He...

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Power Capes: Review

Power Capes: Review

Posted by on Oct 4, 2011 in Featured, Holidays

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s an… affordable Halloween costume! I am not a Halloween person. I know that some...

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Photos from our Halloween festivities

Photos from our Halloween festivities

Posted by on Nov 2, 2010 in Decorating, Domesticity, Events, Holidays, Life, Party Ideas

Maya had no school yesterday or today due to teacher workdays… and I’m actually grateful! A 4-day weekend is just what we...

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A haunted house in our own backyard

A haunted house in our own backyard

Posted by on Oct 29, 2010 in Arts & Crafts, Decorating, Domesticity, Events, Holidays, Life, Party Ideas

Maya’s almost at the end of her second month of Kindergarten. Going on eight tiring weeks of long, 7 hour days, but we’re...

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Halloween Buzz

Halloween Buzz

Posted by on Oct 29, 2010 in Entertainment, Holidays

The following is Halloween-themed information that I’ve found in my inbox this week. TIPS FOR A HEALTHY TRICK OR TREAT Nutritionist...

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What’s your favorite Halloween song?

What’s your favorite Halloween song?

Posted by on Oct 25, 2010 in Entertainment, Holidays, Music

As I’m creating a playlist for this weekend’s big neighborhood Halloween party, I’m thinking I want a little something...

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Haunted House

Haunted House

Posted by on Oct 4, 2010 in Holidays, Music

I was thinking today about how to decorate the house for Halloween. We’re hosting the neighborhood party and parade on Halloween Day,...

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Playing with Santa

Playing with Santa

Posted by on Dec 22, 2009 in Family, Holidays, Life, Toys

A video this week. Not exactly the reaction I expected from my toddler! Happy holidays, everyone! For more Wordless Wednesday, visit: 5...

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Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween!

Posted by on Oct 30, 2009 in Events, Family, Holidays, Life

Saturday will be a busy day for us. I’ve got a neighborhood party and parade to prepare for! I thought I’d post these photos...

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Halloween Safety

Halloween Safety

Posted by on Oct 27, 2009 in Holidays

I took the girls to Boo at the Zoo on Sunday night, as I have for the past 3 years. It’s become kind of a tradition. Though...

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Time to think about your holiday cards!

Time to think about your holiday cards!

Posted by on Oct 15, 2009 in Holidays

Yes, I know. It’s only October, but the holidays will be here before you know it! I always say I’ll order mine early, and this...

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Yes – You Can Make This!

Yes – You Can Make This!

Posted by on Oct 14, 2009 in Domesticity, Giveaways, Holidays

Have you ever visited You Can Make This? If you’re crafty, or aspire to be, I highly recommend the site. Dedicated to helping you...

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