I heard about the 52 week savings plan a few months ago and because it's such a simple plan to follow - I thought it would fit in perfectly into my "simplify" mantra this year.
So the way the 52 week savings plan is simple - each week you deposit the number (in dollars) of the week that we are in, into a savings account. For example, every Friday (beginning this week), you'll deposit $1 more
Simplify your savings plan | #simplify2014
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Celebrate Día de los Reyes (Three Kings Day) at Disney California Adventure | #DisneyHolidays
Join me at the Disneyland Resort this weekend (January 3-6) and celebrate el Día de los Reyes. The Disneyland Resort is celebrating Three Kings Day at its Disney California Adventure Park, in conjunction with ¡Viva Navidad!
Entertainment is scheduled to include baile folklorico, music by the grammy-winning Mariachi Divas, Disney characters in festive, colorful costumes and plenty of
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Join me: #MyNovela “Lo Que La Vida Me Robó” Twitter Party with Univision
One of my favorite memories growing up was watching novelas. Unlike it's American counterparts, Mexican soap operas do not go on for years and they become shows that are religiously watched every day.
Univision currently has a couple of novelas on their programming schedule, but if you're looking for one that is heavy on love, betrayal, family and wealth, I suggest you check out “Lo Que La Vida
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast heads to Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Segerstrom Center for the Arts welcomes the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, beginning January 14th through January 19th. See the much-loved Disney story play out on stage complete with the animated film’s Academy Award-winning score. Tickets to this upcoming Segerstrom Center for the Arts show are available now and start at $29 for single
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Enjoy Starbucks' New Caramel Flan Latte
Did you make it into Starbucks today? You might have noticed a new limited time drink on the menu - the new Caramel Flan Latte. It's available now through March 3 at all U.S. and Canada Starbucks locations.
The delicious Caramel Flan Latte is a delicious twist on the classic dessert that combines Starbucks signature Espresso Roast, freshly steamed milk and uses rich flan syrup. The beverage is
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Staying germ free with Mother's Therapy Organics
My kid went into kindergarten this year. This is his first year at any school institution and it has given me a new found respect for hand sanitizer. While his awesome teacher does her part in keeping the kids healthy while at school, we do our part at home - and now we do it with Mother's Therapy Organics.
Mother’s Therapy Organics uses the purest organic and natural ingredients. Its
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My must-watch novela this season: "Lo Que La Vida Me Robo"
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I've mentioned before how I grew up watching novelas. They're the perfect way to reconnect with my culture. This season, I am hooked on "Lo Que La Vida Me Robo" (What Life Stole From Me) on my local Univision channel. The story is set in Aguazul, a picturesque village in Mexico. It stars characters who have strong feelings and live life to the full extent. There is love
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Best Annual Pass Deals in Orange County and Los Angeles
Contributing post by Justine Burgess
Heading into the New Year, I’m sure a lot of you are
concerned about rising health insurance costs, housing, tuition, and many other
expenses that we all have. Despite these necessary expenditures, you’ll still
want to find a way to have fun and relax, especially if you have kids. One of
my favorite ways to save money and get the most bang for our buck is
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Monster Jam 2014 at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, CA
Every January comes one of our favorite events of the year - Monster Jam! This weekend, Monster Jam will have its first Saturday show of the year in Orange County at Angel Stadium. It's a fun, family-friendly show that runs about two and a half hours - long enough to get an adrenaline rush, but not so long that the kids get antsy (unless they're babies). Before you head out, make sure to check
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Recreate Sofia Vergara's Golden Globes bombshell look with COVERGIRL
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COVERGIRL Sofia Vergara was gorgeous at the Golden Globes red carpet event! She wore an amazing black dress by Zac Posen that hugged her just right, and a stunning statement necklace via Lorraine Schwartz. The Latina COVERGIRL rocked a look that I can easily recreate - and you can too! Straight from the COVERGIRL's mouth are step-by-step instructions to get you looking like a
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Recreate Lupita Nyong’o’s Golden Globes look
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Celebrity Hairstylist Larry Sims used just three products to create Lupita Nyong’o’s Golden Globes look. Recrete the look at home by following these simple steps.
1. Start by liberally applying Smooth ‘N Shine Go Pro Curls Curl-Licious Mist to refresh and reactivate your natural curls.
2. Next, use a rat tail comb to insert a dramatic deep side part on the
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The Nut Job movie review and interview with Will Arnett and Katherine Heigl
This weekend the family and I watched The Nut Job, a family film out in theaters this Friday, January 17th. Afterwards, we had the opportunity to chat with Will Arnett and Katherine Heigl on this funny film and find out what it was like for them to work on the movie together.
The Nut Job itself was a very funny movie. There is a strong parallel that happens between the animals and the humans,
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Henry Hugglemonster "Meet the Hugglemonsters" on DVD - January 14th
Henry Hugglemonster is a lovable cartoon now playing on Disney Junior, and it's filled with colorful characters that also happen to be super cute. My 6 year old son likes Henry Hugglemonster because he says it's all about working together and never giving up. It's really cute and the family unit is one that we can all relate to.
My favorite feature in the upcoming DVD Henry Hugglemonster: Meet
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Ford Debuts All-New 2015 Ford F-150 at LA River Greenway
Ford visited Los Angeles River Greenway Park to debut the all-new Ford F150 and put it straight to work with a volunteer clean-up and planting day at the park. My son and I were on-hand to check out this massive truck for ourselves and help beautify the LA River.
The truck is gorgeous. Hubster dreams of a day that he gets to own a truck, and this one might be it. It would meet our family
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Beauty and the Beast opens to a full house in Orange County
I'm often reminded of my great fortune to live in Southern California, especially when productions like Disney's Beauty and the Beast come to Orange County. On opening night, I sat with much anticipation in the fully-packed Segerstrom Center for the Arts wearing my favorite red dress and expecting to see a rendition of one of my favorite Disney films.
The beginning of the show started like the
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Disney's Frozen Themed Suite Unveiled at Quebec City's Ice Hotel
Walt Disney Studios has unveiled the first images from the Frozen-inspired suite at Quebec City’s famed Hôtel de Glace, in celebration of Disney’s “FROZEN” Blu-ray and Digital HD release.
Created entirely out of sculpted ice and snow and supervised by the film’s art director Michael Giaimo, the “Frozen Suite” is modeled after Anna & Elsa’s bedrooms. The collaboration will also include a “
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Free DIY VALENTINE’S DAY BANNER in Spanish | Imprimible para el Dia de San Valentin
My bestie, Jill of Sandy Toes and Popsicles, knows just how important it is for me to have my kids grow up bilingual. This year, she created an easy DIY Valentine Banner using conversation hearts as her inspiration, then turned around and created one for me to share with you - but in Spanish! Thanks to her, I have my bilingual Diá de San Valentín off to a great start.
This easy DIY Spanish
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Valentine's Day Dining Guide in Orange County 2014
Valentine's Day is coming up soon and you can bet that reservations will soon be filled at the hottest spots in Orange County to spend this love-filled day. This handy list of dining options for Valentine's Day dinner in Orange County includes tips and notes on special menu options as well as phone numbers so you can pick up the phone and make a reservation.
FIG & OLIVE Newport Beach
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Off Center Festival Returns to Segerstrom Center
Off Center Festival returns for its third consecutive year, showcasing an entirely new lineup of wonderfully creative and innovative contemporary performance companies and artists. The festival begins January 23rd and runs through February 2nd. Single tickets are just $25, or $15 if purchased on the Segerstrom Center for the Arts Facebook page!
La Santa Cecilia
Photo: Humberto Howard
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Recreate P!NK’s 2014 GRAMMY Awards beauty look with COVERGIRL | #bombshelling
P!NK hit the carpet in a show-stopping red gown. Her fabulous dress was complimented perfectly by a graphic eye and a nude lip.
P!NK has great skin and she totally showed it off tonight. To help create the perfect glow, P!NK wore a small amount of COVERGIRL truBLEND Liquid Makeup, mainly through the T zone, which uniforms the skin and gives a photo finish for the base. After the foundation,
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