The warm summer days are here to stay for awhile, so get outside!  We recently took a 3 day break from life in Whitewater, California.  Just about 18 miles outside of Palm Springs, it is a quick ride for us to a flowing river, green vegetation and clear blue, endless

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Brita, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #BritaOnTheGo http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV Gearing up for summer is a big deal here in Palm Springs.  Summer is considered off-season for us as it will inevitably reach

We’re talking fall fashion and trendy eyewear in this post sponsored by VSP Direct. I was in third grade when I first learned I needed glasses… but it took me awhile to actually embrace wearing the glasses.  I’d hide them in my backpack, refusing to wear them and, in turn,

Last week I reviewed the MESA, UPPAbaby’s new infant car seat, and showed how easy it works with the CRUZ (no adaptors!).  Well now I want to show you a more in-depth view of the CRUZ, sent to me for review.  I’m crushing hard! The UPPAbaby CRUZ is my favorite

Certain designs are classic for a reason and the patent leather tote from OiOi is for sure a classic.  For the mom who is ultra put-together, or at least tries to appear that way, this is the bag for you.  I was sent the OiOi Patent Leather Tote Diaper Bag

I have been on the search for the perfect crystal necklace ever since crystals started popping up all over Pinterest. I didn’t want to just jump at the first crystal necklace I came across, I always seem to buy a cheap version and it breaks, so I held out. I

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Ralph Lauren. In the true classic preppy style of the designer, Ralph Lauren, partnered with Elizabeth Street, hosted a “Day at the Stables” at the Wölffer Stables in Sagaponack, NY.  This presentation of the fall and holiday 2013 collection was purely

Captain Zuga, once an outlaw of the high seas, turned away from the pirate lifestyle for a more relaxed career in children’s footwear accessories.  Captain Zuga has invaded my home in the form of Yochi Yochi Shoes on my wee little boy’s feet.  With quality materials and a fun heel

Finding a go-to baby shower gift makes life easy, and my #1 is the Take Me Home Striped Baby Basket from Burt’s Bees Baby.  Full of essentials, this basket has no filler, just high quality baby apparel and accessories sure to win over the new mom in your life. I’m

Here in sunny Southern California, the kids are already rushing to the pool and ocean.  My 6 year old daughter is the first one in and the last one out, despite her shivering body and purple lips.  I remember doing the same at her age but can’t even fathom it