If you are a mom-on-the-go looking for a way to maintain a great, natural look throughout the day, these 5 easy makeup tips are just perfect for you. Thanks to the wonderful crew at Sephora inside JCPenney for making this beauty post possible. As always my comments, opinions, and preference for a natural look are my own. I work from home and have two very energetic boys. … [Read more...]
The March of March of Dimes Continues
My father-in-law was a pediatrician and a great supporter of March of Dimes. He knew the serious risks and challenges faced by children born prematurely. While growing up, his son, my husband, participated in a yearly March of Dimes walk-a-thon fundraiser to support their mission. He still has an "Order of the Battered Boot" patch he received for walking in the event as a … [Read more...]
My 5 Red Carpet Styling Tips
From time to time, I get the chance to walk the red carpet at a movie opening, awards show, or other media event. Very posh, right? Well, to be perfectly candid, I get a little nervous at them. But they're still fun and I do learn something new each time I do one. For that reason, I thought we could compare styling tips and then share them, so we could all benefit from … [Read more...]
The First Birthday Party #Blogust
Birthday parties are big in my Mexican family. First birthday parties are especially important to us. And why not? The first year is full of milestones and, well, "firsts." The first smile, the first tooth, the first word, every single one of them is so special and anticipated. When I remember my oldest son's 1st birthday party, my heart overflows. We invited family … [Read more...]
Be a Woman Inspired
Thanks to Prudential and DiMe Media for making this post possible. As always, my opinions and dreams are my own. My recent Miami trip rejuvenated my spirit, and caused me to be a woman inspired! Starting with the DiMe Summit, and right on through Hispanicize, I heard inspiring women from business, politics, entertainment and life who are making a difference for their … [Read more...]
My Latin New Year’s Cleaning Traditions – Giveaway
Thanks to the great folks at Libman® for making this New Year’s clean up post possible. My opinions, comments, and hopes for the new year are my own. If your house looks anything like mine right now, and I hope it doesn’t, you’re probably thinking about getting it cleaned up, scrubbed out, straightened, and ready for the new year. You may know, too, that the holidays are … [Read more...]
4 Tips for Easier Basement Clean Up
Out of sight and out of mind for years, decades even, the basement hides books, clothes, toys, hobby supplies and sporting equipment. Of course, the physical benefits of freeing up all that space are obvious, but the emotional benefits can pay dividends, too, maybe even in ways you never considered. It can look daunting, but cleaning it all up, and cleaning it out, can feel … [Read more...]
Nourishing Soccer Snacks for Kids
This post was made possible in collaboration with Nesquik and Latina Bloggers Connect. My comments, opinions, and desire to replenish my boys' bodies with nourishing foods are my own. Now that soccer season is in full swing, we thought it would be fun to have some of our sons' friends over for a post game soccer party and play date including fun and nourishing soccer snacks … [Read more...]
And the Hydration Kit Winner Is…
Thanks to the great folks at Nestlé® Pure Life® for making this post about a topic important to moms and dads possible. My comments, opinions, and love for fresh, pure water are my own. Two weekends back the mercury topped out higher on the California Central Coast than it did in the great California Central Valley. That's hot! I know because I happened to make it to both … [Read more...]
4 Tips to Help Establish Good Hydration Habits in your Kids & Giveaway
Thank you to Nestle® Pure Life® for sponsoring this blog post about an important subject to moms. All opinions are my own. My mother-in-law has no air conditioning, because it isn’t usually necessary, but I’m told it hit 104 degrees where she lives last week. It’s hot! As for us, we ate dinner outside most of the week, because it was just too warm in the house. … [Read more...]