put a hat on it with preston and olivia

Preston and Olivia

by Toni on January 25, 2012

Humans have been covering their heads since the beginning of time. Hats offer protection, used to be a symbol status of authority, are parts of a uniform or can be a form of art. However you choose to wear yours it is a very noticeable accessory since anyone who walks by you is first drawn [...]

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Feel free in a tree. Hotel stay has never been cooler! There is something intriguing and absolutely fantastic about staying in a tree house. I don’t care if you are 5 years old or 55 years old, the thought of a sleep over in a tree gets your heart racing. Especially if it’s a glammed [...]

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usa-inspired products

USA inspired art

by Shannon on January 23, 2012

These items are perfect for the world traveler. If you are living abroad, or moving, these items will be a pleasant reminder of home. Whether you want a modern print to add to your new walls, or a clever cutting board in the shape of your hometown, it will be just enough to make you [...]

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You may be familiar with Macy’s, Nordstrom, or Saks Fifth Avenue, but once you move abroad you won’t be seeing your typical major department stores. However, chances are you won’t be far from Marks & Spencer. With 600 stores in the UK alone, and more than 300 stores in over 40 territories, it is almost [...]

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While Terri Giuliano Long has enjoyed remarked success with her self-published novel In Leah’s Wake, she recently “announced the European launch of a revised version of her self-published book by Inspired Quill Press.” In a recent Inspired Quill Press release, author Terri Giuliano discusses the latest edited release of In Leah’s Wake: The newly edited edition [...]

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pearls and popcorn have landed in the usa

Pearls and Popcorn in US

by Toni on January 16, 2012

  Pearls and Popcorn have officially arrived in the US on a long an anticipated arrival from Paris, France. After living abroad for 7 years we were so lucky to see a whole new world in baby fashion. From Austria, Cyprus, Lebanon, Bulgaria, Dubai, Hungary, Estonia and Japan we’ve grown accustomed to such French offerings as P & [...]

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hhm book club with melanie

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by Shannon on January 15, 2012

HappyHourMom.com is excited to launch the HHM Book Club, with one of our favorite moms, Melanie. Melanie and I have known each other for a few years now, and I have long admired her passion for reading and writing while managing a household with three busy little girls and an even busier hubby.  She is [...]

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when baby dreams | adele enersen

when baby dreams | adele enersen

by Toni on January 13, 2012

It’s every mothers dream to be able to turn pictures of your beloved child into an adorable blog and, now, children’s book. “When Baby Dreams” is a compilation of baby Mila taken by her Finish mother, Adele, while on her maternity leave. Adele used to used to introduce herself as a copywriter & concept designer in [...]

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a look inside beyonce’s hospital room

Beyonce Jay Z and Blue Ivy Hospital Room

by Toni on January 12, 2012

Check out pictures from Beyonce, Jay Z and new baby Blue Ivy Carter’s hospital room. The suite came equipped with 4 flat screen televisions, kitchenette, gorgeous styling, modern furniture and state-of-the-art electronics. Rumors have been spread that the powerhouse couple spent a reported 1.3 million dollars at New York hospital, Lenox Hill. (The hospital begs to differ) [...]

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coming of age day, japan

January 11, 2012
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One of the best things about traveling and living in countries around the world, is having the opportunity to not only learn about the many cultures, but to experience them firsthand, and be a part of the many traditional celebrations. This past Monday was Japan’s Coming of Age Day {成人の日 Seijin no Hi}, and we [...]

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happy hour mom snack time | dill pickle popcorn

January 9, 2012
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While enjoying my Sunday night “happy hour” I stumbled upon this delicious sounding recipe courtesy of one of my favorite mommy celebs, on Tori and Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood. Think of the foods that you craved while pregnant. My favorites were milk, kiwis, popcorn, fruit tarts and pickles. I would have killed to have known this recipe [...]

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giveaway :: win 3 “what to expect” books

January 9, 2012
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What to Expect When You’re Expecting has been a household name for expecting moms for years. The “What to Expect” series has managed to extend its stay in the home for a couple extra years with the addition of the “What to Expect The First Year,” and “What to Expect The Second Year” editions. I [...]

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WINNER :: ideapaint giveaway, turn any surface into a dry erase board!

January 6, 2012
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Congrats to Nicole V., you are the winner of the IdeaPaint Home Kit! Please check the email you registered with for verification and details.This is a giveaway we were truly excited about and we can’t wait to see where you put your IdeaPaint! To those of you who didn’t win, don’t forget to use the [...]

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reader’s choice, top 10 articles of 2011

January 2, 2012
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As we head into 2012, it is nice to look back at 2011 and see what our Happy Hour Mom’s were reading. Here is a list of the top 10 most viewed articles in 2011, based on the happy hour mom google analytics report. From fashion hits and misses, to happy hour at Starbucks, to [...]

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pepsi pink, only in japan…

December 27, 2011
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Today was a good day, I discovered Pepsi Pink on the shelves of Japan. It may sound lame, but when you love all things pink, and are a Pepsi girl at heart, this is quite an exciting discovery. Apparently the drink has been around since November 8, 2011 here in Japan, but it has been hiding [...]

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happy holidays to all the happy hour moms around the world

December 23, 2011
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  Happy Holidays to all of our amazing Happy Hour Mom fans and followers across the world! Without you we don’t know where we would be. You’ve followed our lives across several foreign countries, states and cities. We’ve had our ups, downs triumphs and tribulations. Through it all we always come back to HHM. We [...]

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gift giving for all styles | uncommon goods

December 20, 2011
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  What is your gift giving style? Are you a traditionalist that prefers the classic red and green wrapped gifts filled with what is on top of your recipient’s list? Or, do you like to surprise everyone with items that they never knew they wanted? Are buying gifts for girls your hardest task during November [...]

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ideapaint giveaway, turn any surface into a dry erase board!

December 18, 2011
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I recently stumbled across IdeaPaint, the incredible product that allows you to turn any paintable, smooth surface into a dry-erase board. After publishing our recent article “The Classy Way to Write on Your Walls,” we started receiving email after email from moms wanting to know more about IdeaPaint, and find out how they could make [...]

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must-have monthly activity box for mom and kiddos | babbabox

December 18, 2011
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As parents, we are always looking for new and creative ways to interact with our children. While there are tons of craft ideas circulating the web, often times they can be complicated, require special materials, and rarely does your final product look anything like the picture. For me, when it comes to activity time, there [...]

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what is in your christmas stocking this year?

December 8, 2011
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December is the best time to stock up on your favorite brands. I’m a practical shopper whether it’s for gifts or for myself. Therefore, I have a hard time paying full price for anything. I still prefer receiving things that “I want” versus things “I need.” Honestly, I’m not sure where this behavior comes from, [...]

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