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The CHOC Walk Helps Support CHOC Hospital: A Premier Destination for Children’s Health
CHOC Hospital: A Premier Destination for Children’s Health CHOC Children’s Hospital has been meeting the needs of children and families with first-class care and state-of-the-art facilities since it opened it’s doors many years ago. CHOC has emerged as an extensive healthcare system, featuring a main hospital in the city of Orange, a second hospital in Mission Viejo, 14 primary care health centers, and multiple community clinics and mobile health vans — ensuring that every child in Orange County has access to outstanding care. A dear friend of mine niece, Jerrica, was a recipient of the wonderful care that CHOC Children’s Hospital provides and has a team this year walking in…
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Slow Cooker Vegetarian Tortilla Soup
Tis the season for soup! Though I love to eat soup all year long (our local Pho place knows my daughter and I by name) and we are big fans of Ramen, Vietnamese soup, vegetable soup… heck, I don’t think I’ve come across a soup I didn’t like. We wanted to try a new soup and came across a yummy recipe for Mexican Tortilla Soup. We tweaked it a bit and I have to say it is one of my favorite soups we’ve made so far! Super easy if you are short on time. Just put everything in the slow cooker on high for three hours and you will…
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Circus Trix OC Offers An Amazing Indoor Experience
Birthday Celebrations: This past month we hosted a belated birthday party for my daughter. When her birthday came around in July we just had so much going on we didn’t have the time to organize a birthday party for her. Mind you, we did celebrate with the family, but kids like to invite their friends to celebrate their day. I discovered Circus Trix OC from another mom blogger and took my daughter and one of her pals there over the fall break and boy did the kids loose their minds! There is SO much for them to do and I love that I can sit upstairs and see them…
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Fun Summer Ideas for Families-On-The-Go
Summer is here! We officially kicked off summer break last Friday night with a game of volleyball between some moms at school and our respective kids! And let me tell you, the moms were pretty darn serious about winning! It was hysterical! Some of the activities our family enjoys over the summer break include hiking, nature walks, spending time at the pool, trips to the beach, Newport Back Bay, Balboa Island, and mini-day trips. What are some of the things your family likes to do over the summer? One of the things about parenting that to be honest, did come learned the hard way, was that I need…
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Body Worlds: Pulse Exhibit Now Open at the California Science Center through February 2018!
Come experience the West Coast debut of inventor Dr. Gunther von Hagens’ BODY WORLDS: Pulse — a convergence of aesthetic anatomy, health and wellness. Take the family and experience this educational and fascinating exhibition! I’ve always felt that if one understood a bit more about how the body works and the impact certain lifestyle choices affect the body, they might make other choices. Dr. Gunther von Hagens’ BODY WORLDS: Pulse is a very educational exhibit that the whole family will enjoy. We’ve got 4 tickets to hand out to experience it firsthand so be sure to enter often! This special exhibition presents the body in health and distress, its vulnerabilities and…
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Why Heading Outdoors is Good for Your Health
What is it about the sea that always puts us in a good mood and relaxes us? No matter what is going on in my life, if I take some time out and head to the beach for a quick walk or nature hike with the family, I always come back home feeling relaxed and in a good mood. There are many proven health benefits for heading to the beach that can’t be overlooked! But even spending time outdoors – no matter where you go – is so good for your mind and spirit! Take the time to relax your body and mind and head outdoors! Here are some…
