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Tell Them…. {Giveaway}
Tell Them…. {Giveaway}
00Tell the ones you love~ I love you! You can do it! I miss you! You are the world to me! You are the best! You are my everything! How often do you say it to them? It could be your parents, spouses, kids, amigas? I’ve learned first hand to never take advantage of time. Time is short and sometimes it leaves you with so much to say, with so little.. time! Many, MANY of us are on facebook...
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Kikkoman your New Years Party with Chipotle Beef Sliders! {Giveaway}
Kikkoman your New Years Party with Chipotle Beef Sliders! {Giveaway}
00Ok, let’s talk New Years. What do you have planned for either New Years or New Years Eve? I usually stay home. Although we might take a trip to visit my in-laws this year. Still, if a big par-tay or small gathering calls for you to cook up some culinary masterpieces in the kitchen, Kikkoman is here to help. From Panko and Kara-age to Teriyaki and Soy Sauce glazes, Kikkoman products...
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ALVIN & THE CHIPMUNKS: CHIPWRECKED {Giveaway}
ALVIN & THE CHIPMUNKS: CHIPWRECKED {Giveaway}
00Alvin and the chipmunks are making their way -back- into theaters this Friday! Now, I don’t know about you but the chipmunks made a huge impression on my kids with their “squeakquel” and now they are coming back to theaters on December 16! My daughter has been infatuated with all the YouTube videos and now that it’s Christmas time- whenever the kids here the chipmunk...
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Green Monday deals with Kmart {Giveaway}
Green Monday deals with Kmart {Giveaway}
00In a few minutes, Monday (12/12), Kmart will be having a huge Green Monday sale! Think sale prices comparable to “Black Friday” and/or “Cyber Monday” in terms of the products, discounts and savings that will be offered for “Green Monday! BUT it’s online only! Remember you can lock in your price with Kmart Layaway! Green Monday will also offer: 1. Free...
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Strawberry Shortcake {Giveaway}
Strawberry Shortcake {Giveaway}
00How many of you remember Strawberry Shortcake as a child? She was my favorite doll. I think it was only because she smelled SO good! I still have my Strawberry Shortcake from when I was younger. It’s the one where you squeeze her tummy and you can smell the strawberry scent coming from her mouth. Even her hair smelled yummy! Ahh, those were the days. What kind of Strawberry...
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Holiday Gift pack from El Mejor Nido- Nestlé {Giveaway}
Holiday Gift pack from El Mejor Nido- Nestlé {Giveaway}
00This is not part of the 12 Days of Holiday Giveaways! This is my last official giveaway as an El Mejor Nido brand ambassador. This year, I have been really blessed to work with great brands and Nestlé has been a top-notch company to work with in 2011. To close off the year and to bring you the best holiday season yet- Check out this giveaway… Included in this gift pack is: $25 Visa...
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Holiday Giveaway #12- Neutrogena
Holiday Giveaway #12- Neutrogena
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” The last of the Holiday Giveaways. Did you have fun this year? We had some pretty awesome prizes to give away. I hope you enjoy this one too! Neutrogena, the #1 dermatologist recommended over-the-counter acne brand, has launched the new Neutrogena Microdermabrasion System just in time to welcome the holiday season and prepare yourself for a brand new...
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Holiday Giveaway #11- Mizkan!
Holiday Giveaway #11- Mizkan!
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” As you know cooking plays a big roll for any holiday. Even more so when it’s Christmas. I just wrapped up my final cooking challenge with Mizkan and now I want to invite you to try some (or all) of the challenges. Not only will you be able to see my recipes, but you also get to take a look at other recipes from several other bloggers who also...
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Holiday Giveaways #10- Dawn Power Clean!
Holiday Giveaways #10- Dawn Power Clean!
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” Baking, frying or cooking- no matter what, food is always involved with the holidays. And with food, come the dreaded mess. Even more so when something was cooked a little longer than what we anticipated. There is nothing worse than baked on or hard stuck-on food. I hate it. You scrub and scrub just trying to get a tiny speck of food off your...
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Holiday Giveaway #9- Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express
Holiday Giveaway #9- Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” So sorry about not posting yesterday! Here we go, Giveaway #8! Question: How many Christmas parties do you have lined up already? Do you have your dress already? Shoes? Makeup? Great! To add as extra special touch to the beautiful occasion, I have the perfect giveaway for you! Holiday parties should always be a blast. Whether it be a...
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Holiday Giveaway #8- Dinosaur Train
Holiday Giveaway #8- Dinosaur Train
00Calling all Dinosaur and/or Train lovers! If your kids are into either or both then I’m sure Dinosaur Train has made its way into your home. Created for 3-6 year olds, Dinosaur Train features a world of dinosaurs and prehistoric lands, all connected by a colorful train line known as the Dinosaur Train. Each episode is seen through the eyes of Buddy, a preschool-aged Tyrannosaurus Rex, and...
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Holiday Giveaways #7- Mr. Clean with Gain!
Holiday Giveaways #7- Mr. Clean with Gain!
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” I know the focus of the giveaways have been gifts and stuff for kids but when all is said and done, what about the mess that is left behind? Especially- when you are playing host this holiday season. Mr. Clean has teamed up with non other than leading laundry detergent- Gain. Do you like Gain? I personally have a tiny obsession with Gain. I use...
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Holiday Giveaways #6- Fresh & Easy!
Holiday Giveaways #6- Fresh & Easy!
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” How are we doing? Do you like the giveaways so far? Y’all almost gave me a heart attack when I logged on and saw that I had 60+ comments to approve! This is great, thanks everyone! I have been a long time fan of Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Markets. I wish they would open a market in my city (ahem!) so I don’t have to make the...
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Holiday Giveaways #5- Toys!
Holiday Giveaways #5- Toys!
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” No giveaway is complete without toys. And today- I will not disappoint. My first review has to do with the loveable character, Caillou. Caillou is what, almost 20 years old now? My 13yo grew up with Caillou. Even if he is just a kid who’s 4, that is how he will always be remembered here in our home. The CAILLOU TREEHOUSE PLAYSET brings the...
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Holiday Giveaway #4- Disney Video Games!
Holiday Giveaway #4- Disney Video Games!
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” A couple of weeks ago, I told you about my trip to the Walt Disney Studios to have fun playing video games. Since becoming a mother to a teenager, it seems that I’ve entered another realm of parenting that includes a whole other world of video games. Sure, my son has a variety of games that his dad has approved. Still, my heart and my mind have...
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Holiday Giveaway #3- Annoying Orange
Holiday Giveaway #3- Annoying Orange
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” Yes, you read that right. The Annoying Orange. Has this hit your home yet? I have to be honest and tell you I had no idea who or what this was when I was approached with this so-called “Annoying Orange” and boy have I been living under a rock or what? Folks… it’s talking fruit. It’s all about an orange, a passion...
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Holiday Giveaway #2- Ferrero Rocher
Holiday Giveaway #2- Ferrero Rocher
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” Chocolate. Next to diamonds, it really is a girls best amiga. There’s a certain “spongy” cartoon character that tries to become a rich guy by selling chocolate bars. If he rules in your home, then you know what I’m talking about. He comes to a guy that is obsessed with Chocolate and runs after them screaming...
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Holiday Giveaway #1- Nestlé Gift Package
Holiday Giveaway #1- Nestlé Gift Package
00“Para español, continua hasta abajo” Happy Holidays Everyone and welcome to our first giveaway! Today’s giveaway is coming to us from Nestlé! To help us prepare for the holidays and make beautiful lasting memories, Nestlé wants us to step into the kitchen and have some fun with Nestlé’s La Lechera. How many of you are big fans of Flan? I grew up with Flan at...
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KLUTZ Book {Giveaway}
KLUTZ Book {Giveaway}
00*This is not part of the Holiday Giveaways** Esto no es parte de los Sorteos Navideños* Christmas is in full swing! How’s the shopping going? Almost done? Haven’t started yet? Yeah, me too. I think I have 1 gift. I have many, many more to go. Today I will show you 2 great gift for the little artist in your family! KLUTZ Stamp Art and Draw the DC Universe are Arts, Crafts...
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12 Days of Holiday Giveaways!
12 Days of Holiday Giveaways!
00Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! I hope your days was full of turkey and stuffing. I am truly thankful for this past year. This blog has been a blessing to me and my family and has brought me some of the best readers any blogger could has for. Thank you all so much for making 2011 fun and memorable. Feliz día de Acción de Gracias! Espero que tu día fue lleno de alegría, pavo y el...
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Fun with Richard Scarry! {Giveaway}
Fun with Richard Scarry! {Giveaway}
00Who here grew up with Richard Scarry? When I started doing my research for this post, seeing the older Richard Scarry books brought back some good memories. If that doesn’t jog your memory, then nothing will. I’ve only seen Richard Scarry book at school book fairs and I’ve always been tempted to buy some for the kids. I’ve seen my 6yo try to find interest in these...
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LA Auto Show- 2011
LA Auto Show- 2011
00It’s that time of year again! The LA Auto Show is back in town at the Los Angeles Convention Center Nov. 18-27 ! Yes, even on Thanksgiving Day!!!!! More than 20 significant world debuts and more than 30 North American debuts will showcase an auto industry that is rapidly changing to reflect new consumer demands. Vehicles range from highly efficient, 40-mpg internal combustion...
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Share the Magic with Disney Store {Giveaway}
Share the Magic with Disney Store {Giveaway}
00A while back, a good friend of mine told you about a special event she attended at the Disney Store for World Wish Day. Now, Disney Store is going the extra mile for the Make-A-Wish Foundation by donating $1 for every Mickey or Minnie Mouse Holiday plush sold in-store or on-line. Look how cute they Mickey and Minne are dressed for the holidays: Mickey wears black corduroy pants and a plaid...
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HAPPY FEET TWO in 3D! {Giveaway}
HAPPY FEET TWO in 3D! {Giveaway}
00The sequel dances its way into theaters on Novembuuuur 18, 2011, returning to the snowy world of Antarctica. We once again join our hero, “tap-master” Mumble, who now has a son named Erik. Unlike his light-footed father, Erik is reluctant to dance and runs away. Shortly thereafter, he encounters a charismatic penguin named Sven, who can fly. As Mumble competes for his son’s attention and...
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Nestlé Abuelita {Giveaway}
Nestlé Abuelita {Giveaway}
00We finally feel the cold-snap in our forecast here in So Cal! Temps dipped into the 50′s and it felt wonderful to pull out the boots, sweaters and turtle necks! We don’t get snow or below zero temperatures but when it gets cold and rainy- I fancy the coolness of it all. Now is the time that we go out and shop for some scarves, gloves and sweats. Also, my grocery shopping habits...
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Holiday Side Dish contest with Nestlé
Holiday Side Dish contest with Nestlé
00Yes, I know that today is Halloween and to be thinking about anything other than candy, purple and orange stuff is out of the question but… today is Halloween! H A L L O W E E N! The last day of October. There are only 2 months left in the year. Do you kind of get where I’m going? Yes, exactly! The Holidays!!! The holidays are not just around the corner anymore…they...
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Winnie the Pooh is coming to DVD+Blu-Ray! {Giveaway}
Winnie the Pooh is coming to DVD+Blu-Ray! {Giveaway}
00Winnie the Pooh is set to be released on October 25th. This was one of my favorite movies this year. You can read about my review here. There are a few movies out that really grab my 6yo son’s attention. Winnie the Pooh is one of them. Claiming his 1st grade reading skills, he says he can read a lot of words. And reading he does! When we went to the movies to watch Winnie the...
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Breakfast & Books! {Giveaway}
Breakfast & Books! {Giveaway}
00Since my 6yo started reading books, this house has been filled with easy-to-read books. There are days that I feel he can’t get enough of books and days in which he’d rather play than read. My 4yo is the one who wishes she can read. She’ll sit next to her brother and pretend to read and make up stories from the pictures in the book. Which is good, I know. I hope that...
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Melissa & Doug Fold n’ Go Castle {Giveaway}
Melissa & Doug Fold n’ Go Castle {Giveaway}
00Playing with actual toys is becoming a lost art. Do you agree? With all the electronic toys taking the place of basic toy playing, it’s little by little replacing imagination. As much as I can’t stand the scattering of toys and games, I would rather much prefer my kids get down on the floor to play, use imagination and explore! Melissa & Doug Fold n’ Go Castle (MSRP...
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Happy Nestlé Halloween! {Giveaway}
Happy Nestlé Halloween! {Giveaway}
00Halloween is here! Are you ready? With stores decked out in black and orange there is a full range of candy, chocolate and snacks to choose from and then some! What do you have planned? Do you still have little trick or treaters at home? For me, Halloween was a fun time. I say “was” because before we moved to the OC, I would take the kids out to trick or treat. I loved...
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Finding my Ancestors {Giveaway}
Finding my Ancestors {Giveaway}
00I have been on a journey to find out about my ancestors for almost 1 month. Trust me when I say that I had no idea what I was getting myself into. My family isn’t the biggest. I’d figure that this was a great time to really dig deeper into what was behind our family name. Ancestry.com recently released Mexico’s 1930 national census (“El Quinto Censo General de Población...
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Hispanic Heritage Month programing on cable TV! {Giveaway}
Hispanic Heritage Month programing on cable TV! {Giveaway}
00Hispanic Heritage Month is almost over and some of cables biggest networks are still celebrating by highlighting Hispanic-themed programming and movies On Demand. ThisisCable.com is making it easier than ever to cable surf the many programs ans movies that are being shown in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This Is Cable is a website that serves like a central hub for all...
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Earth’s Own Almond and Rice milk! {Local Giveaway}
Earth’s Own Almond and Rice milk! {Local Giveaway}
00I think everyone can agree with me that milk is good for you. I like milk..sometimes. Of course I eat cereal with milk. When baking requires water, I always add milk instead. Banana liquados… can you say yum? Unfortunately, some of my kids have the opposite feeling towards leche. If your kids have any dairy allergies I’m sure the dairy aisle at the market has been more of a...
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Jif- Gift Pack! {Giveaway}
Jif- Gift Pack! {Giveaway}
00A couple of weeks ago I told you about the Jif Best Peanut Butter Sandwich Contest. It’s still not over and you have a little over 2 weeks left to enter. It’s super easy to enter. Now through October 12, 2011, you can help your kids, age six to 12 submit their creative sandwich recipes for a chance to win a $25,000 college fund. Also, to mark the 10th Anniversary of the...
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Making Memories with Nestlé {Giveway}
Making Memories with Nestlé {Giveway}
00This month’s giveaway with Nestlé, we have something special. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I have a very special “bilingual” memory book for you to enjoy with your familia. Nuestro Viaje Juntos (Our Journey Together) is a Memory Book from Nestlé that will help you celebrate the history behind your family. With pages that are full of beautiful vibrant colors and...
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Don’t Fret the Sweat- Recap! {Giveaway}
Don’t Fret the Sweat- Recap! {Giveaway}
00On Monday I told you about a chat that I co-hosted over on The Motherhood. Read about the chat here. We spoke about what we somewhat are experts on: Tweens. My 6 day old teenager has made me an experienced mother in so many things. His tween years were made for the memory books. Seriously, I can’t wait for the teenage years. Insert sarcasm… NOW! We had the pleasure chatting...
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Starting over with Special K {Giveaway}
Starting over with Special K {Giveaway}
00Do you like Special K? I have a love/hate relationship with Special K. I’m just being honest here. I love that it’s good for me and that the whole weight loss program is fantastic and very effective, but just when I think I have the hang of it… I fall off the wagon. Then I see the commercials and I feel guilty. It’s a cycle that I’m sure we’ve all...
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Dan-o-nino Goodness {Giveaway}
Dan-o-nino Goodness {Giveaway}
00This is a sponsored post! I have another confession to make. I don’t give my kids milk to drink. The most they deal with leche is when they have their morning cereal. My 6yo hates milk. He hates it so much, that my mixing it with chocolate syrup is not working anymore. So, I’ve had to think of other forms of dairy to serve them. Cheese, I like cheese. The kids do also, but...
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Fruits and Veggies with Nutrilite! {Giveaway}
Fruits and Veggies with Nutrilite! {Giveaway}
00Here is my part 2 post from the Boys and Girls club event, Positive SpoutsGarden! It’s always great to know that big company’s such as Amway/Nutrilite is more that just financially backing up vital organizations such as The Boys and Girls club. Take a look at the video I put together! This was such an amazing event for the kids to enjoy! And not only are they just here in...
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Back to School with FritoLay! {Giveaway}
Back to School with FritoLay! {Giveaway}
00So, tell me… how was the craziness of Back to School? For me, it was great! My daughter was accepted into the preschool we signed up for. She is happy as can be! My boys are doing well, too! We are in the 3rd week of the new school year and I am enjoying the little time I have to myself. Doesn’t it seem that, even though you prepare for Back to School, you can never prepare...
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Sesame Street: Ready, Set, Grover! {Giveaway}
Sesame Street: Ready, Set, Grover! {Giveaway}
00In the past, I’ve told you about the Sesame Street video games. You can read about them here and here. When it comes to Sesame Street games, I already know that my kids will enjoy playing and learning. With Elmo’s A-to-Zoo Adventure, we were in the world of the alphabet. With Cookie’s Counting Carnival we had fun with Math! With Ready, Set, Grover! your kids will learn...
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El Perro y El Gato {Giveaway}
El Perro y El Gato {Giveaway}
00Once in a blue moon, there comes a product in which I fall head over heels for! This is one of them. In my quest to get the mexipinitos to learn more Spanish, I was given the opportunity to share this with my kids and now to you! I LOVE this show. I am not a subscriber of any of the big cable channels, so I only found out about this super show from another Latina blogger. El Perro y El...
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L.A. County Fair- Pure. Fun. {Giveaway}
L.A. County Fair- Pure. Fun. {Giveaway}
00Last week I was invite to the coolest event ever. The L.A. County Fair Media food preview! Yes… comida! Fair food especially had me loving this whole event. No, I did not piggy out on fried food. Although it was there, in reality, that not all the fair has to offer! With the whole food truck craze going on right now, the L.A. County Fair has some of the top notch food trucks for...
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Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Line {Giveaway}
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Line {Giveaway}
00Stress. As a mom, I deal with it all the time. Well, not all the time, but there will be instances in which stress can come at a moments notice. Other times, it come on gradually. Like the first day/week of school. As much as we plan, we never plan for the unexpected. Yesterday, we finished our Back 2 School shopping. The kids got some stuff they wanted and mostly what they needed. ...
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End of summer with Nestlé {Giveaway}
End of summer with Nestlé {Giveaway}
00Summer is just about to end at our house. Next week, the kids start school. Lazy summer days are soon behind us. To mark the end of summer, I have a quick Nestlé giveaway! You can win: 2 -bags of Nestlé fun size Crunch 2- cans of Nestlé Media Crema 2- jars of Nescafé Clasico 2 cans of Nestlé Nido Kinder1+ powder milk 2- coupons for Hot Pockets 2- coupons for Juicy...
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Fighting germs when going Back to School! {Giveaway}
Fighting germs when going Back to School! {Giveaway}
00If school has started for you, I know the fear of germs has crossed my mind. I used to joke around with my husband about how long til the kids get sick…. before… ya know! Lysol is joining forces with households all across the nation to help us fight the fight against germs with 2 products that will definitely arm your kids with germ-fighting resources! LYSOL® Healthy...
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Dermalogica {Giveaway}
Dermalogica {Giveaway}
00During my first night at BlogHer, I was invited to a party in which I was to get a mini-makeover. In other words… I was pampered. Awesomely pampered. This is for you, mamas! Once in a while we need these kinds of special services. I rarely have anything done for me, beauty wise. Other than my pedi and waxing of the eyebrows, I don’t do to any kind of salon for anything at...
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Spicy Chicken Mole Salad with La Costeña {Giveaway}
Spicy Chicken Mole Salad with La Costeña {Giveaway}
00I was recently given a challenge by La Costeña food products in which I had to cook a Mexican dish… with a twist. I pondered and pondered. What can I cook that I can modernize. Much to my mami’s dismay, I decided to do a Chicken Mole Salad. When I first told her, she cringed! Ha! Still, I gave it a try. I was given an array of La Costeña products to get me started. This is...
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Back to School with Walmart! {Giveaway}
Back to School with Walmart! {Giveaway}
00Little by little we are starting to leave “summer” behind us and are rolling full steam ahead into la escuela! I can’t wait. Actually, B2S shopping is my favorite time to shop for the kids. Although we have been on a tight budget since I have stopped working, we have always managed to get what we need. Which is different from what we or the kids want. Know what I...
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RIO {Giveaway}
RIO {Giveaway}
00All the birds of a feather…. Have you seen RIO? This movie is really sweet, funny and super cute! At first I didn’t think my kids would like the movie. Even though it’s animals that are talking. There is a little more dialogue than they are used to, but they ended up sitting through the whole movie!Now, RIO is out in stores on tomorrow, AUGUST 2nd on both DVD...
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