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friday funnies | did she really just say that?

April 26, 2010

After my husbands surgery he had to go through physical therapy. The surgery was done in Dubai and as for the recovery therapy, they referred to it regularly as rehabilitation. We always said “Daddy is going to rehab” not realizing how that sounds to others. So it wasn’t until one of her Sunday School teachers [...]

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inspiring blog | the city sage

March 15, 2010

Beware, if you enter her blog you may not come out the same. You will be overcome with the urge to get creative, and you may be sucked in for hours on end. So I am warning you, do not click on this link unless you want inspiration. I am a ginormous fan of Anne [...]

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great party idea for adults | secret santa party that gives back

December 8, 2009

With the holiday parties in full swing, it is always refreshing to attend the fun, more relaxed events. Don’t get me wrong, it is nice to get dolled up and throw on that cocktail dress that has been gathering dust in your closet, but it is also refreshing to go casual and comfy to a [...]

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scare me not

October 24, 2009

Do you ever wake up in the middle of the night to your little one yanking on the sheets “whispering” loudly ”Moom, Moooooooom! I had a bad dream,” or “There’s a monster under my bed!” I have, and we are constantly finding new ways to convince our four year old that there is no such [...]

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contribute to the cause | breast cancer awareness month

October 14, 2009

October is a time for saving and spending as we prepare for those holiday months approaching just around the corner. So, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, why not start your gift buying, while a certain percentage of the proceeds are being donated to help support breast cancer research. Check out these amazing partners [...]

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hhm hearts non-toxic kids

October 12, 2009

At Happy Hour Mom, we love to connect with other mommies and link up to relative mom and baby sites. It is always so exciting to find a new site (new, as in you personally have never seen it before) that has amazing and informative content that you can actually benefit from. I was looking [...]

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happy hour mom live | jesse ashton photography

September 29, 2009

Happy Hour Mom Live has become a great way for me to highlight some of my favorite products and feature some amazing people who have a lot to offer us moms. Whether it be mom/baby products, tips, services, or resources, we can never get too much advice. This last week was especially fun for me, [...]

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carolyn | q & a with our parenting expert

September 20, 2009

Carolyn Gatzke, Answering your Questions: How do I explain body piercing to my child without passing judgment, but also not condoning it? Our children are growing up in such a diverse world that heaping judgment on those who present or believe differently from our own families can inhibit children’s ability to socialize, integrate, [...]

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dazzle your bed with boodalee

September 17, 2009

The slightest accent can transform the look and feel of an entire room. If you enjoy trendy wall decals and clean-lined furniture, Boodalee is the place for you. Check out these hot pillow casings to add that perfect touch to your tot’s bedroom. I am a pillow freak and love being surrounded by the fluffy [...]

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etsy is love | goodsradar

September 11, 2009

I know we have talked a lot about wall decals here at Happy Hour Mom, but I had to throw these in anyway. I found Goodsradar on Etsy, and I adore these unique, crisp decals that can completely transform your room. There is something about these designs that I fell in love with and had [...]

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rockaholic | that’s right, i didn’t wash my hair

August 27, 2009

We all have that one product we can’t live without, and this would be mine. I can’t live without Rockaholic’s Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo. I have dark hair that is a little on the oily side and has to be washed every day. I am all about convenience, so I rarely style my hair after [...]

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the exhausting side of party planning

August 13, 2009

Three days and counting! I am so excited for my little princess’s first birthday party, so many great details. I love getting the decor ideas ready, I love going to the craft store, and I love getting creative and having to peel glue off my fingers, but I could do without the stress. Yes it [...]

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hhm on air | mommy talk with athena

May 18, 2009

Grab a glass of wine (or drink of choice) and some snacks and join us tonight live (eek!) on Central Valley Talk. HHM will be co-hosting Mommy Talk with Athena! I for one have never done anything like this, I don’t even like to be filmed for home videos, so this will be a new experience for me(save me now). [...]

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