Blogs
Our moms may have chatted over the back yard fence, over coffee and cards, or while getting to know the other regulars at the playground. Today's parents connect in a new realm: online. Blogs have rapidly become a fun social meeting ground. Meet some of our favorite family bloggers and read what is happening in their world (and probably yours)!
Candace Cameron Bure
enjoys a ‘Full House’ as mother, wife and writer
She is known to millions for her role as sunny, fresh-faced DJ Tanner on the hit 1980s sitcom “Full House” and for her recent roles in such films as “Moonlight and Mistletoe” and television productions like “Make It or Break It.”
Now, Candace Cameron Bure, 34, has successfully re-shaped her life and career to include the titles of wife, mother, national bestselling author and successful entrepreneur.
“I loved acting. My family just fell into it; my parents did not have an entertainment background. I never felt pressure to do it and always knew I could stop at any time. It was always ‘as long as you’re having fun.’ It was a wonderful experience,” Cameron Bure says of her work on “Full House.”
In addition to raising three children with husband and former NHL player Valeri Bure, Cameron Bure is
Blogs That Can Save You Money
Briana Carter wondered if she was annoying her friends and family with all her stories of the good deals she was finding. Yet, despite her weird obsession with coupons and bargain hunting, they seemed interested in learning how they, too, could save money. Her desire to share led her to start a blog, www.bargainbriana.com, where she could post great deals that could benefit friends and strangers alike. By doing so, this mother of 4 from Tipton, IN joined the ranks of some pretty savvy moms.
It used to be that women shared their household secrets at the local quilting bee, PTA bake sale, or weekly bridge game. At such gatherings mothers had the opportunity to swap recipes, cleaning tricks, and fugal tactics. Today you don’t need to know how to sew, bake, or play cards in order to get the skinny on money saving methods. The World Wide Web is a gateway to a veritable treasure trove of frugal wisdom.
If you’ve ever read a blog, then you’re familiar with the digital journal format. Short
Blogging for Beginners
Ready to start your own blog? Not sure? Here are some simple guidelines.
San Diego bloggers “Mama Mary,” Mary Burt-Godwin, and Sondra Santos LaBrie offer these insider tips.
Mama Mary Show; www.mamamaryshow.com/
Happy Healthy Hip Parenting; http://happyhealthyhip.wordpress.com/
San Diego Bargain Mama- @SDBargainMama- Celebrating local value for less! Momcentric news, family-friendly businesses, events, networking & fun!
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Earn Two Tickets to TOTEM by Cirque Du Soleil
Earn Two Tickets to TOTEM by Cirque Du Soleil
Receive two tickets to see TOTEM by Cirque Du Soleil, now playing under the big top at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Created on: May 19, 2012 | 10:56 am
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Save at the Helen Woodward Animal Center Summer Critter Camp 2012
Save at the Helen Woodward Animal Center Summer Critter Camp 2012
Helen Woodward Animal Center would like to invite your child to our Summer Critter Camp 2012! Pack a lunch, a water bottle, and come ready to meet horses, bunnies, birds, snakes, lizards, and much... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and[…]
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Created on: May 17, 2012 | 3:56 pm
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Great Savings – Cirque Wings at Balboa Theater
Great Savings – Cirque Wings at Balboa Theater
We had a Cirque Wings giveaway a bit back, but there are a couple big ways you can still save money! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Created on: May 17, 2012 | 11:15 am
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7-Eleven Introduces Low Cal Slurpee: Get One for Free on 5/23
7-Eleven Introduces Low Cal Slurpee: Get One for Free on 5/23
7-Eleven will offer free 7.11-ounce Slurpees on "SlurpFree Day" May 23. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Created on: May 17, 2012 | 3:09 am
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San Diego Weekend of Festivals, Fairs, Park Events and More!
San Diego Weekend of Festivals, Fairs, Park Events and More!
This weekend in San Diego has many family-friendly fairs, festivals, outdoor activities and more! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Created on: May 16, 2012 | 7:33 pm

Lifeasmom.com - Let's face it. Unless you've got a nanny, a housekeeper, a chauffeur, and a chef, it's hard to manage a home and family--and still keep a smile on your face. Join FishMama as she figures it out.
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Let’s Tour Colonial Williamsburg
Let’s Tour Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg, formerly a colonial capital, has been restored in architecture as well as in spirit, making it the ideal “family field trip.”
I’m a West Coast girl. I’ve lived in Southern California for most of my life. When I’ve lived or traveled elsewhere, I haven’t ventured father east than[…]
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Created on: May 21, 2012 | 4:36 am
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Flight Plans May Be Delayed
Flight Plans May Be Delayed
We can make the best plans in the world, and the experience can still be fraught with complications and challenges. What then?
A couple weeks ago I flew across the country to spend a weekend talking, laughing, and brainstorming about life with some blogging friends. I had a chance to[…]
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Created on: May 20, 2012 | 4:06 am
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Books and What to Do with Them (Zone Defense)
Books and What to Do with Them (Zone Defense)
On Zone Defense this month, we’re tackling living spaces. Books play a big part in how we live, so let’s get them organized and avoid the visual and physical clutter.
As a family of book lovers and folks who do school at home, we have a lot of books. A[…]
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Created on: May 19, 2012 | 4:12 am
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12 Ways to Save on Gifts (Frugal Friday)
12 Ways to Save on Gifts (Frugal Friday)
It is better to give than receive — unless it puts you in hock! Avoid debt and overspending by giving gifts wisely and economically.
1. Bake something.
Bake someone happy with homemade breads, cookies, cakes, and pies. Homemade is always better than storebought. And the ingredients can often be less[…]
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Created on: May 17, 2012 | 11:11 pm
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Grilled Pizza (Ultimate Recipe Swap: Cooking Out)
Grilled Pizza (Ultimate Recipe Swap: Cooking Out)
Can’t stand the heat? Get out of the kitchen! Cooking out doesn’t have to be limited to meats and burgers. Try grilling pizza.
The first time we grilled pizza was about five kids and ten years ago. It was amazing! And then we didn’t do it again for quite some[…]
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Created on: May 16, 2012 | 11:10 pm
Life As Mom | May 16, 2012 | 11:10 pm

SanDiegoDealsandSteals.com- I blog about great deals in San Diego and beyond. Tons of fun free activities, great shopping deals, even free food alerts and the best ways to save money on the web!
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Zumba ~ FREE at the Encinitas Library!
Zumba ~ FREE at the Encinitas Library!
Reminder – FREE Zumba Class every Tuesday at the Encinitas Library! CLICK HERE for more information! Please let them know you heard about it from San Diego Deals and Steals! Enjoy ~ Kate
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Created on: May 21, 2012 | 11:11 am
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6 weeks of soccer camp! Soccer Kids!
6 weeks of soccer camp! Soccer Kids!
Our kids recently took a class with Soccer Kids! It is a really fun 6 week class. Our kids had not taken soccer yet – so this was a great introduction. They learned a lot more...
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Created on: May 21, 2012 | 8:05 am
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FREE Slurpees May 23rd
FREE Slurpees May 23rd
OK – so I am not saying this is healthy – it isn’t. But it sure would be a fun special treat and it is FREE! May 23rd – 7-11 is offering FREE SLURPEES all more...
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Created on: May 21, 2012 | 2:56 am
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A few more spots! Raving Tans Tanning Party at Lotus Den! And more fun stuff too!
A few more spots! Raving Tans Tanning Party at Lotus Den! And more fun stuff too!
One more call for our girl’s night out on Wednesday at Lotus Den Hair Studio! Raving Tans will be visiting! Raving Tans is located in Fallbrook – so it is quite a treat to have more...
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Created on: May 20, 2012 | 9:51 pm
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Helen Woodward Animal Center Summer Critter Camp – exclusive discount!
Helen Woodward Animal Center Summer Critter Camp – exclusive discount!
Summer Critter Camp 2012 June 7th- Aug. 17th For Grades PreK-8th Helen Woodward Animal Center would like to invite your child to our Summer Critter Camp 2012! Pack a lunch, a water bottle, and come more...
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Created on: May 20, 2012 | 5:34 pm
San Diego Deals and Steals | May 20, 2012 | 5:34 pm





