Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Product Review;

*All opinions are that of my own.

Having a daughter with curly hair is tougher than I thought, so when I reached out to the company OUIDAD, I was at my whits end at how to manage it. I felt I owed it to Big to help her manage her own gorgeous curls. They sent us an AMAZING kit to get started.
Shampoo, Conditioner, Curling gel, Heat protectant & a leave in conditioner. Super generous of them, so thank you! 

The shampoo:
So this not only smells fabulous, it works fabulous as well. Usually when it comes to shampoos, I feel
that if you don't use a conditioner afterwards it won't be
soft and silky. NOT TRUE with this particular brand.
The conditioner:
Once again with the fab smells! This leaves Big's hair
feeling beyond silky, almost buttery. Not oily or too
chemical treated feeling. Just naturally soft & shiny.
The curling gel:
Now when I first saw the word gel, I was hesitant. 
Gel just seems lumpy & greasy & just not natural feeling,
I was WRONG. This spray styling gel is perfect for keeping 
the curls intact if you're letting it air dry, or if you're blow
drying. Big usually goes to bed with her hair still wet & she wakes
up with it all over the place. This gel has helped so so much!


The heat protectant:
Usually I will blow dry & straighten my hair post wash. It was
starting to get a bit damaged, as hair does, from all the heat. This
protectant did just what it says it does, protects! I applied a bit to my
wet hair and after blow drying it out I could totally notice a difference.
The leave-in conditioner:
I am a HUGE fan of leave-in's, anything to help keep my
hair healthy feeling and looking. It's actually been really challenging
to find one that I was happy with. Until I found Ouidad's product, It
has changed the came. My hair is so much smoother & shinier & 
healthier. It also helps keep my curls/waves under control if I choose
to let my hair air dry.

So next time you're looking for some new hair care products, go check out Ouidad's to find a retailer new you that carries their products. 

This has totally changed the game for me and my daughter when it comes down to how we care for our curls. Get on the train ya'll!

Also, their products are NOT tested on animals.













Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Celebrate Pretend City turning 6 years old!

Friday August 28th 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Specifically for:    Children of all ages; Grown-ups
Meet some of your favorite characters as they help Pretend City celebrate our 6th Birthday!   Enjoy a slice of birthday cake, make a birthday hat, get your face painted and pose for a photo with your favorite super hero or princess.  All included with admission!  Are you celebrating your 6th birthday too this year?  Bring in proof and you’ll receive free admission on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 28, 29, and 30th.
RSVP:    Not required
Fee:    Included with museum admission, receive free admission for ages 6,60 or 66 with valid ID.

29 Hubble 
Irvine, CA 92618 United States

Monday, August 24, 2015

When I grow up day!

Come & Celebrate

August 27 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Specifically for:    Children of all ages; Grown-ups
What do you want to be when you grow up? Do you want to save lives and be a doctor? Or maybe you want to be a graphic designer and create a popular video game for all your friends to play! Pretend City invites all Pretenders and their parents to meet and interact with professionals from all over the community at When I Grow Up Day! Come meet these accomplished professionals who live within your local community, and who will inspire you and your Pretender to dream big when it comes to thinking of what they want to be when they grow up!
Play Partner: Pretendgineers and Brain Builders, our experienced stage staff of trained early childhood and child development educators, grown-ups
Grown up Tip: In elementary school, young children begin to identify their interests, likes, and dislikes. They begin to develop study skills and good learning habits. They start to set goals and work towards achieving them. All of these are aspects of career awareness that are important foundations for children’s future career success.
RSVP:    Not required
Fee:    Included with museum admission
Website:  PretendCity
29 Hubble 
Irvine, CA 92618 United States

Monday, August 17, 2015

Celebrate Senior Citizens Day!

Pretend City Children's Museum is inviting children and grown ups of ALL ages to come and enjoy the day being together.


Friday, August 21: Celebrate Senior Citizens Day!  
Time:    Activities throughout the day

Specifically for:    Children of all ages; Grown-ups
National Senior Citizens Day recognizes contributions senior citizens make in communities across the United States. Today, Pretend City celebrates this special day with activities that will help build a special connection to the senior citizens in their lives. Join us for:
  • Growing Up Great Games: Memory Aerobics – Play this fun matching game with us that will merge classic and new cartoon characters to build memory skills and prompt conversations about the past.
  • Sensational Story Time: The Grannyman – Can you teach an old cat new tricks? Join us for sensational story time to find out.
  • Play Partner: Pretendgineers and Brain Builders, our experienced stage staff of trained early childhood and child development educators, grown-ups
Grown up Tip: Nursing homes provide a great opportunity for your family to volunteer together to work with the elderly. This sort of volunteer work will not only have a positive influence on your family, but also on the seniors you are serving. Your family can bring the youth back into the elderly by telling them stories and making them laugh, while seniors can teach you about life and its valuable lessons.
RSVP:    Not required
Fee:    Included with museum admission; Senior Citizens 55 and older receive 50% off of general admission today!

HERE is a link to the actual webpage to learn more, purchase tickets, etc.


29 Hubble 
Irvine, CA 92618 United States

Monday, August 3, 2015

Country music fans listen up...

Knotts Berry Farm is teaming up with GO COUNTRY 105 to bring you the 34th 

Join Go Country 105 at Knott's Berry Farm on August 8 

at 5:00 pm in Wagon Camp for the 34th Annual Country 

Showdown State Finals. Hosted by Go Country 105 FM

 on-air talent, aspiring country artists will compete for a 

chance to move on to the National Finals and compete 

for the $100,000 prize.



Wait there's more this August at Knotts...


The Coaster Campout is your opportunity to support the Big Brother Big Sisters Foundation and camp out for one night at Knott’s Berry Farm in the Park Pavilion Picnic Center! 100% of the proceeds will go the Big Brother Big Sisters Foundation. Your donation includes admission to Knott’s Berry Farm for August 13th and 14th, Early Ride Time in Camp Snoopy and Fiesta Village on August 14th, a meal voucher for each person in your party valid on either August 13th OR 14th, and one complimentary parking for August 13th and 14th. Campers must check-in on August 13th.

Coaster Campout Itinerary


Thursday, August 13


10AM - 6PM
Registration at Guest Relations
7PM - 8:30PM
Campsite Setup at Park Pavilion
10PM
Park Closes

Friday, August 14


7:30AM - 9AM
Wake-up Call from Snoopy and Load Out
9:30AM - 10AM
Early Ride Time in Camp Snoopy and Fiesta Village
10AM - 10PM
Enjoy the Park

For further information here's the Camper's Guide

How To Reserve


Tickets for this event are available online only. Each campsite is $200 and can accommodate a tent with up to 4 people. Changes cannot be made after purchase, so please organize your group prior to purchasing your campsite. Campsites can accommodate a tent up to 10’ x 10’ in size. Campout in the Park Pavilion Picnic Center! Only 50 campsites are available! Ticket sales end on August 12th at 11:59PM. Each purchase comes with a total of four (4) tickets to Knott’s Berry Farm valid on August 13th, four (4) tickets to Knott’s Berry Farm valid on August 14th, four (4) meal vouchers good for one select meal at select locations on either August 13th OR 14th, and parking for one (1) vehicle on August 13th and 14th. The Park Pavilion Picnic Center is located across from Knott’s Berry Farm near the East Parking Lot.  All of the proceeds go towards.
*All photos & words that of knottsberryfarm.com

Saturday, August 1, 2015

Love Chicken? Love Free?

Then Chick-Fil-A is where you'll want to be this coming up week! 

From August 3rd to August 7th they are giving are FREE 3 count minis! 
From 6:30am to 10:30pm.
*No purchase necessary! 

If that wasn't enough check this out!
For the Buena Park location only!

Wondering what to have for breakfast? Wondering what's to do near Chick-fil-A Buena Park? Download the Buena Park Today611 and check out what's going on in Buena Park! By downloading the app you not only get connected with the local event but also get a free 3-count Chick-n-minis!
*All photos & words from the BP Facebook!

So next time you are by your local Chick-Fil-A stop in & get your free 3-count minis!
Oh, say hi to this guy too.