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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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the starbucks secret menu | 14 drinks you don’t want to miss…

August 25, 2011
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  I don’t know a mom who hasn’t succumbed to the delight of a Starbucks treat at one point or another, but now you have a bit of a reason to make that trip. Pick out one of your favorite “Secret Menu Items” that Starbucks has to offer, and give it a try. We’d love [...]

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top 5 money maximizing websites | the today show

June 20, 2011
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  Saving money and living within your means is in the forefront of everyone’s minds these days. If we can save a few dollars here and cut a few corners there, it is worth the extra time it takes to find the deals. Did you catch The Today Show last week? Jean Chatzky is the [...]

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disneyland needs to draw the line…

June 7, 2011
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Lines, lines, lines. That is literally all I can think about when planning a trip to Disneyland. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love the “Happiest Place on Earth,” but in our last two visits I have nearly hit Royal Witch mode. Okay, well not really, but I seriously have visuals of myself turning into [...]

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happy hour mom in orange county

May 21, 2011
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  My family and I have been nomads for the past 7 years. My husband has been playing basketball in various countries since college in 2004, which has lead to one crazy lifestyle. We live in a country/city for 5-9 months (a season) and then we return to Fresno, CA (my hometown) for 3-5 months [...]

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Mom’s Moves: 5 Indescribably Good Ways to Impress Your Family

May 16, 2011
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As moms, we all have tricks up our sleeves to keep our family happy. I think the real trick is to keep things spontaneous and personal to each member of the family, and remember that sometimes it is the smallest things in life that make people smile–especially people under the age of 6. The greatest [...]

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shocking confessions #162

April 21, 2011
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“When my kids tell me they don’t want to eat something, they have to eat as many bites as their age. I’ve been able to count incorrectly and squeeze in a few xtra bites. My 2nd grader just caught me!! I had to play it off and say its because of how tall she is, [...]

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bravo tv | pregnant in heels

April 11, 2011
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Rosie Pope must have thick skin, to take on the demanding needs of “demanding” pregnant women. Bravo is featuring Rosie on her quest to be the go-to-gal for maternity concierge. Now, I say demanding because I am not sure how to appropriately describe them. We all know that pregnancies come in all shapes and sizes, but [...]

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shocking confessions #161

April 4, 2011
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“Today I decided to just throw a t-shirt over my swimsuit before I drove down the street to pick up DS from the bus. Today was also the first time the bus driver needed me to get out of the car and talk to him.” ” 32 yrs old I can look back and realize [...]

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fecal matter found on 72 percent of grocery carts

March 9, 2011
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What’s really lurking on those shopping carts? Next time you hit the grocery store pack your hand sanitizer. How many times have you tried a taste of something here or a sample there? Yuck! Now think of what you are really putting into your mouth. I’m completely aware that the majority of grocer chains have [...]

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parents with overweight babies…laxatives? or SNL baby spanx?

March 9, 2011
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  Parents with overweight babies…laxatives? or SNL baby spanx? How about neither! There is nothing wrong with a chubby baby! Now I am not saying it is time to fatten up your lil’ squirt, but a little pudge can’t hurt! So why is it that some parents are putting their 6 month olds on baby diets? [...]

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shocking confessions #160

March 7, 2011
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“My kids don’t call me Mommy, they call me by my name- “Marissa.” It’s harder to whine so hard that way, you know that shrill, bone shuddering way the “eee” part of “Mommmmy” goes. When they say my name (which actually started out as something they really wanted to do so I agreed as an [...]

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shocking confessions #159

February 28, 2011

“I spoke too soon. On top of the week from hell…….. we are in the Emergency Room ruling out menengitis in my 8yr old DD.” “I think I am pregnant. My urine tests have been positive and my belly is swelling. Only I don’t know for sure because my idiot doctor has run the entire [...]

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get your child into acting the right way | the acting camp

February 17, 2011

The Acting Camp is almost here! Have you registered? Are you on the fence? The weekend of March 11-13 is coming up, and it is time to register for the camp that could help get you and your child the guidance, education, and exposure you need to take his/her career to the next level–or at [...]

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head, shoulders, knees and toes…knees and…whew…toes…

February 7, 2011
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tale from a Happy Hour Mom in the making… While enjoying a nice little Monday night with just myself, my dog Chloe, and House Hunters International on HGTV, I decided that I would ‘treat’ myself and paint my toenails. Now, I could just stop right here because the ridiculous, laugh-inducing images that a pregnant woman [...]

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shocking confessions #158

February 7, 2011

“I can’t wait for Spring Break! FH and I are taking our kids to the spot, 600 miles away, where we met and fell in love 23 years ago. =)” “I have never been pretty, very average. But before I had kids, I was a pretty good body, not perfect, but I was happy with [...]

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ideas for valentine´s day | 6 ideas for spending the most romantic day of the year

February 6, 2011

Valentine´s day is right behind the door and you are probably thinking what to do on that romantic day to make it special for you and your loved ones. Here are 6 suggestions of what to do on the most romantic day of the year! 1.  Send Valentine´s day cards or e-cards. GREAT CHOICE OF E-VALENTINE`S DAY [...]

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shocking confessions #158

January 31, 2011

“My sweet sweet baby girl told her daddy he was “pissing her off” today..” “I think part of the reason DH and I have been married so long is because he leaves on business trips a lot. Sometimes a little time apart is good for a relationship. Everyone feels smothered every now and then..” “I [...]

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tallinn, estonia | ignorance is not always bliss

January 28, 2011
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My family and I spent the last 4.5 months in Tallinn, Estonia and man has it been an adventure. While we had many wonderful experiences in Tallinn, the unforgettable journey has left a bit of a scar in our memory book. The country itself was absolutely beautiful, with a gorgeous, green Summer/Fall and a magical, [...]

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helping your child have a successful winter sports tryout

January 18, 2011

Helping Your Child Have a Successful Winter Sports Tryout Tips for Parents By Brooke de Lench The competition for roster spots on winter sports teams seems to be more intense than ever.  Tryouts pose a particular challenge to young athletes still playing fall sports.  Here are some tips for parents on how they can help [...]

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