Last Wedsnday, the niños and I had the wonderful opportunity to give back to the cool community of Redondo Beach!

6 bloggers and I got together and had a card making table at a very busy spot, here in So Cal called Seaside Lagoon.

Kids and some adults made “get well” cards for the patients at CHOC, here in el OC.    Kids who made a card, got an fun treat in exchange!  Gracias to Cold Stone Creamery and Ruby’s Diner, for providing a cool, fun way to compensate the kids, for showing kindness to others!

Check out these great pics!  All of them, courtesy of Stephanie and Ciaran!

The Motherhood and 77kids by American Eagle, together have partnered to organize Do Good Day!

You can read more about it here, here, here, here, here and here!

**Disclaimer** This is a paid campaign with 77 kids and The Motherhood, but this post was not.

Verizon Wireless to give lucky winner a Quinceañera party including a live performance by Jay Sean

For the third consecutive year, Verizon Wireless brings teens My Fabulous 15 and gives a Quinceañera party with a live performance by Jay Sean. Eligible teens in the metropolitan areas of Los Angeles , San Jose , El Paso , Salt Lake City and Seattle are invited to participate in the third annual My Fabulous 15 contest for a chance to win an amazing Quinceañera party. The entry phase begins August 12^th and runs through August 29^th. For more information, including rules, eligibility and more, please visit www.myfabulous15.com.

The grand prize Quince package from Verizon Wireless includes an

• event planner
• venue
• catering for 200 guests
• transportation that will sweep the winner off to an unforgettable party and the best memories of his/her life;

But that’s not all! The party will conclude with a live performance by the British singer/songwriter/producer Jay Sean, whose songs have reached #1 on the Billboard Top 100.

During the entry phase, Verizon Wireless will also host a Quince Expo at a Verizon Wireless store in each of the participating cities. The expos will feature a fashion runway show displaying the latest dresses and accessories complete with hair and make-up stations, where a personal stylist will help guests find the perfect look for their party. There will also be a My Fabulous 15 entry station at each expo.

In Los Angeles , the Quince Expo and meet-and-greet with Jay Sean will take place on Sunday, August 29^th at the Verizon Wireless store in Walnut Park , at 2106 E. Florence Ave., Walnut Park, CA 90255.

*Disclaimer* I was not paid for this post.  All thoughts and opinions are mios!

Que Rica Vida is set to become the new go-to site for Latina Moms.  With information ranging from recipes and products to babies and health advice.  The website is conducted completely in Spanish!  Along with celebrities and a host of hispanic press, for the first time ever, they were able to bring Latina bloggers together.

My trip started off with a little hiccup, but I was able to get to Miami safe and sound. The anticipation of finally getting to meet my fellow Latina bloggers had my heart pounding the minute I landed.  Since I was late, I had little time to get ready.  I was in my hotel room for about 15 mins.  before leaving to meet everyone down stairs.  As I got into the elevator, I knew that the moment had finally arrived.  I was going to meet my “blog” hermanas.

I stepped out of the elevator and I recognized the familiar faces of the bloggers that are based here in Cali.  Then the hugs and squeals started!

No one could have prepared me for the felizidad that I felt in meeting everyone.  We all kind of knew each other by reading our blogs. Keeping up with and supporting each other on-line is easy, but to meet in real life was simply surreal.   We were treated to a dinner, in which we were able to meet and great media from all over the country.

I had the chance to chat with some of the chicas, then it was off to get what little sleep my excitement would let me have.

The next day we had the day to ourselves.  These pictures are just a glimpse of how Latina Bloggers took over South Beach.

The beach… Ay mama, guys!   Growing up in California and living so close to the beach,  I always thought to myself, eh… you’ve been to one beach, what’s another?  Boy was I wrong….

It was crystal blue.  The air was clean.  The humidity was tolerable.  The view…. amazing!

The event itself was nothing short of amazing. Karla Martinez, Adamari Lopez, Angelica Vale, Dra. Aliza and Ursula Mejia-Melgar were simply radiant.  The event had a mock “Iron Chef”, Latino Style that was great to watch.

After there was a great reception that was first class all the way.  Throughout  the event, all I could say to myself, was “Wow, Liz… look where you’re at.  I am truly blessed.”  Daily, I close my eyes to re-live those moments.  The memories I made there will forever live in my mind and in my heart.

Later I will show you what being high on Latina Bloggers and the Miami sea air does to someone (if I have the guts to post the video here)!

Thank you General Mills, Hispania PR and Que Rica Vida for blessing me with such an unforgettable trip.

**Disclaimer** I was invited to Miami by General Mills.  My whole trip was sponsored, so that I can take part in the re-launch of Que Rica Vida.  Although I had the time of my life, these thoughts, posts and PICTURES are my own.

Do you want help with your toddler/baby whose behavior issues are about to send you OVER THE EDGE?

Do you sometimes think your family could be a candidate for Nanny 911 or Supernanny?  Have you tried everything but can’t seem get your child’s TOTALLY OUT-OF-CONTROL behavior under control?

Pie Town TV is seeking parents with children (between the ages 9 months to 48 months) who desperately want parenting advice for a one to one-and-a-half day shoot with a noted pediatrician/child behavior expert.  This is for a MAJOR cable network pilot presentation.

The shoot will take place in late June.  Please note, this is presentation tape and not guaranteed for broadcast, therefore there is no monetary compensation involved.  However, you will be given the free guidance of a fantastic child expert!

If you are interested, please email your name, contact info, age of your child, specific “problem” behavior you’re dealing with and a photo of you and your child. Put the name “Toddler!” in the subject line of your email.  Email your submission to: Toddler@pietown.tv

Disclaimer: This was sent to me, so that I can help spread the word.  I was given nothing in return.  My  hope is that someone in need, will be helped!

The Magic Takes Flight On Blu-ray and DVD May 4

In the spirit of The Game Plan and The Pacifier comes a funny “fish out of water comedy” perfect for the entire family.  Hilarious and wholesome, Tooth Fairy arrives on Blu-ray Disc/DVD Triple Play and DVD May 4 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.  Dwayne Johnson (The Game Plan) stars as Derek Thompson, a hard-charging minor league hockey player whose nickname comes from his ability to knock out other players’ teeth.  After discouraging a youngster’s hopes, he is ordered to one week’s hard labor as the real Tooth Fairy, complete with the requisite tutu, wings and magic wand.  At first he “can’t handle the tooth,” but eventually learns how to adapt to his new position and finds himself rediscovering his own forgotten dreams.

Bonus Features Include A Tooth Fairy Training Center,
Fairy-oke, Deleted Scenes, A Gag Reel and Much More

From Emmy award-winning  director Michael Lembeck  features a stellar supporting cast including Academy Award winner Julie Andrews,  Ashley Judd,  Stephan Merchant, and professional skateboarder Ryan Sheckler.  The Tooth Fairy Blu-ray with Digital Copy lets the good times soar to new heights with interactive special features including the Tooth Fairy Training Center – a high-energy kid-friendly boot camp that will get the whole family off the couch and into the fun – featurettes, deleted scenes, a gag reel and much more, and will be available for the suggested retail price of $39.99 U.S. / $49.99 Canada.

The single disc DVD will include the “Tooth Fairy Training Center”  will be available for the suggested retail price of $29.98 U.S. / $43.48 Canada.