Red Carpet Arrivals!

Dear Junebug,
There was one very anxious paparazzi taking your picture on the red carpet at the 2011 TJ Martell Family Day which benefits Children's cancer and leukemia research.  Oh wait, that wasn't paparazzi, that was Mommy!  Well, regardless, I think pink vintage Lily Pulitzer with pink and white checkered one star converse sneakers was a wise choice and very age appropriate for "the carpet".
XO
Me

Photo of the Week: Junie and Cleo

Mommy Tips: California Science Center

Out of all the places to go in Los Angeles, I LOVE taking June to the California Science Center. It's fun because it's interactive, the people are friendly, it's diverse in its exhibits and it's easy to get to (Exposition Park just south of downtown LA). By far June loves the aquarium the best with it's diver show... the little mini tide pools are nice too where the kids can touch starfish and sea urchins, etc. Perfect for a Sunday morning.

Big Girl Tea Party!

Dear Junebug,

You felt so lucky when your big girl friend, Marly "Mawi" invited you over for a swim and for some tea. She put on the nicest spread for you... pretzels, muffins, cranberries and grapes. You wore your little Hello Kitty "baby suit" for the occasion. "Mawi's" Mommy said she made her tea pot at Color Me Mine. We should go make one for you too. It was beyond cute.

XO

Mommy

Mommy Tips: Sand Toys

Anytime you take sand toys out of the house; either to the beach or to the park; expect they are going to get mixed up with all the other kids' sand toys. They all look the same! My husband gave me a hard time for labeling June's sand toys but I've found that other parents appreciate it. Everyone wastes time trying to figure out who the sand toys belong to. So, don't think twice about it... it's not rude... it's polite. Grab a sharpie and label them, I do!

Best Labor Day Ever!

Dear Junebug,

This year we spent Labor Day with Susan, Ruby and Lola in Corona Del Mar. We had the best day EVER! We ran away from the waves and made sand castles. Lola just sat under an umbrella looking like a cute little chunky monkey. I was obsessing over how much I love my new Gypsy Style tote bag which was perfect for a fun beach day.

XO

Mommy