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This weekend’s China Open was a competitive test of skills for the players that participated and although Andy Roddick won, at the end of the day, it was the people affected by the earthquake early this year that took home the gold. As a gesture of goodwill, Roddick donated $25,000 of the prize money he [...]

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• Andy Roddick's Tennis Player Profile Andrew Stephen Roddick, better known as Andy Roddick, was born on August 30, 1982. He is an American professional tennis player, and has been considered to be the World No. 1 as well. Right now he is considered to be the eighth ranked player in the entire world, as of......
• Thanks to Roddick Everyone Wins at China Open This weekend’s China Open was a competitive test of skills for the players that participated and although Andy Roddick won, at the end of the day, it was the people affected by the earthquake early this year that took home the gold. As a gesture of goodwill, Roddick donated $25,000......

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Yesterday I was watching the news, the websites, checking on the stock market pretty much all day. As a small business owner I would love to put my head in the sand and pretend it is all okay - but…

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I had the opportunity to hear Al Gore speak over the weekend, and I left feeling like all the small lifestyle changes I’ve been making to try to live a…

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The recent financial crisis has hit our family in a big way. Not directly - we don’t work on Wall Street. But Silicon Valley tech is not immune and we are nervous, to say the least. We have been tightening…

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These new alphabet tote bags from Keep Calm are so pretty and simple. I really like them.

(P.S. Is it weird that I’m already thinking about Christmas gifts? I can’t wait to do another gift guide!)

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Peninsula Yacht Marina is located in the Channel Islands, CA
Phone: 805.985.6400
Average water depth: The water depth is usually around a little more than 5 feet at this marina, but this is subject to change. Please contact them before you arrive to make sure that depth is right for your boat.
Is there a marine standby channel? [...]

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• Woodley Island Marina, Eureka, CA Woodley Island Marina is located in: Eureka, CA Phone: 707.443.0801 Average Water Depth: The average water depth is around 14 feet, but we do recommend calling ahead to check before you arrive. Marine Standby Channel: Yes, the marina does monitor marine channels 14 and 16. Is there a pumpout station?......
• Newport Dunes Resort and Marina, Newport Beach, CA Phone: (949) 729-3863 Marine Stand By Channel? Yes, the marina monitors both channels 12 and 16. Average Water Depth? Depending on the time of year, the depth is usually around four and a half feet. This is subject to change, please contact them for exact information. Is there a......

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Most visitors turn inland and take the bus up to Hearst Castle but just across coast is highway William R. Hearst Memorial State Beach. If you bring along a lunch there are plenty of picnic tables to sit at and enjoy the view. With a little more time y…

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I love Swissmiss, and her house is just as warm and friendly as she is! See all the photos over on Design*Sponge…

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The Northstar at Tahoe Ski Resort is located in: Truckee, CA
Phone: (800) GO-NORTH

Website: http://www.northstarattahoe.com/info/ski/the-mountain/interactive_trail_map.asp
About the Resort:
This is a full service resort that is open all year round, and offers some of the best amenities we’ve seen. If you are looking for a true vacation getaway and you also want to ski, we can’t think [...]

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• Boreal Mountain Resort, Norden, CA Boreal Mountain Resort is located in: Norden, CA Phone: (530) 426-3666 Website: http://www.rideboreal.com/winter/index.html About the Resort: This is the Tahoe area's only full terrain park and the entire mountain is dedicated to this feature. If you love snowboarding, this is the perfect place to go, thanks to the Olympic quality......
• Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa, Findley Lake, NY Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is located in Findley Lake, NY US Phone - (716) 355 4141 View Larger Map About the Resort - The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is nestled in Southwestern New York, offering a stunning 105 acres worth of terrain that can be skied and snowboarded......

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Do educators have a right to dictate what can and cannot be put in a child’s school lunchbox? This is the issue I’m facing head-on at the moment and the only answer I keep coming up with is a resounding…

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If you’re in love with the truly inspired handmade clothes from Ses Petite Mains like I am, you’ll be happy to know you can now find the entire collection in one place: Their very own online shop.

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My four-year-old loves all things outer space, and these cool retro rocket prints by CMP fave, John W. Golden will provide the perfect inspiration should he daydream of traveling to an outer galaxy.
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My kids are old enough now that I no longer have to drill them on our phone number and what to do if they get lost. But oh what I wouldn’t have given back then for the brilliant SafetyTats,…

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Last Saturday night, I attended a family function with my very conservative, very Republican extended family. I often make jokes about how I love them despite this fatal character flaw. And they often make a similar joke about me. The…

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I haven’t really made it to the store this week, but I didn’t end up cooking some things last week, so I’ve got the first half of the week planned…

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I had some unfamiliar and ear-wax color substances to avoid while reading this book; those are potential problems with any secondhand novel, though I must say I’ve never encountered anything quite like this. lol. Anyway despite the somewhat repulsive quality of my copy of It Happened One Autumn, I enjoyed the story. This Lisa Kleypas [...]

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• Book Review: It Happened One Autumn by Lisa Kleypas I had some unfamiliar and ear-wax color substances to avoid while reading this book; those are potential problems with any secondhand novel, though I must say I’ve never encountered anything quite like this. lol. Anyway despite the somewhat repulsive quality of my copy of It Happened One Autumn, I enjoyed......

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I had some unfamiliar and ear-wax color substances to avoid while reading this book; those are potential problems with any secondhand novel, though I must say I’ve never encountered anything quite like this. lol. Anyway despite the somewhat repulsive quality of my copy of It Happened One Autumn, I enjoyed the story. This Lisa Kleypas [...]

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• Book Review: It Happened One Autumn by Lisa Kleypas I had some unfamiliar and ear-wax color substances to avoid while reading this book; those are potential problems with any secondhand novel, though I must say I’ve never encountered anything quite like this. lol. Anyway despite the somewhat repulsive quality of my copy of It Happened One Autumn, I enjoyed......

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To the fellow members of my tribe, we hope you have a happy and sweet new year. To celebrate, call your kids into the kitchen to help you make this delicious treat.
Apple Honey Crisp
4-5 apples, Granny Smith or Gala work well
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup flour
2/3 cup rolled oats
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 [...]

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If you care to know what someone who was born in Hawaii thought of last Friday’s debate, click on over to MOMocrats.

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Some people know Philadelphia as a city. To others, it is a metaphysical black hole. Let me explain. Lately, it seems, I can’t get anything done right, at least the first time. This is happening at work and at home….

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Those of you who have been in the Bay Area a while will probably know about this, but for all you newcomers, The Pumpkin Festival is an event not to be missed! It’s an annual happening that lasts for about 3 weeks, culminating in a weekend long festiva…

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I’ve always feel kind of awkward wearing scarves around my head, but I love this look.
Also, isn’t this flower pin fun? It’s made from a recycled t-shirt. I think the pretty Parisian girl above might…

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Yesterday, my brother, Alex and I rented a pick-up truck and drove to the new Brooklyn IKEA. It was so much fun! I loved walking through their fake living rooms and bedrooms, and we got these awesome…

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Mountain High Ski Resort is located in: Wrightwood, CA
Phone: (888) 754-7878

About the Resort:
This is actually three resorts all bundled into one, offering a massive amount of space and plenty of chances for fun. This is considered to be one of the premier ski resorts in Southern California. Some of the drops here are simply [...]

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• Eldora Mountain Resort, Boulder, CO Eldora Mountain Resort is located: 20 miles from Boulder, CO Phone: (303) 440-8700 Website: http://www.eldora.com/ About the Resort: There aren’t many resorts in the Boulder area, but this is one of the best. Actually located in Nederland, but easily accessible from many points across the state, this resort is quickly......
• Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, Norden, CA Sugar Bowl Ski Resort is located in: Norden, CA Phone: (530) 426-9000 Website: http://www.sugarbowl.com/home About the Resort: Sugar Bowl Ski Resort is easily one of the most popular resorts in this area of California. There are more than four peaks and plenty of opportunities for skiers of every level. There......

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Andre Agassi has become a fixture in the tennis world, and thanks to a series of high profile relationships, sponsorship deals and a great will to win, he has become an indelible fixture of pop culture as well. His gold medal win in the Olympics, and the sheer number of championships he has won speak [...]

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“Mommy? Can I have some water?” “Sure. Get your cup is on the table.” “Mommy? I want my baby.” “I think it’s in your room, go look for it.” “Mooooommmmyyyyy! She won’t leave me allooooooonnnneeeee.” “…” I’m a no good,…

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I’ve already blown my promise to make Christmas cookies, Valentine’s cookies and first day of school cookies this year, so I’m hoping to make amends this Halloween. Although at this point I’m on the…

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Considering I had to wait a loooong time before my daughter could actually wear hair clips, there’s no way I’d stuff those carefully picked pretties in some old box. Instead I’m all about Giddy…

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I get the appeal of the no-mess paints and markers out there that let your kids create and be creative without completely ruining your kitchen table. But there is something about the experience of…

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After much thought we decided to register for Crabkid’s upcoming fourth birthday party. It just seemed the most practical thing to do. Almost had you there, didn’t I? But seriously, a new trend is emerging out there to register for…

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The Maltese Falcon, believed to be one of the world’s largest yachts, arrived in San Francisco Bay this weekend. The giant 289 foot yacht, owned by entrepreneur Tom Perkins, is arguably one of the most talked about boats in recent history. The main controversy stems over whether or not it is the largest yacht, but [...]

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• Beautiful Salmon Catch From Last July [pic] Captain Perry assures me that the tides and the weather are about to cooperate, but until then here is another nice catch he made last July.  His deck hand Larry Rivera is in the picture.  Fish were caught off of the Duxbury bouy. — Join Captain Perry Kerson of Sea......
• Welcome to My San Francisco Bay Boating Blog In this blog I will chronicle my boating experience on San Francisco Bay, Sacramento Delta, California lakes, and more. I will include pictures and facility reviews from restaurants to boat ramps to bait shops. Unless otherwise stated, all pictures on this site are taken by be and all rights are......

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I’m not old enough to remember John F. Kennedy, but I do remember the hush that fell over my family when they spoke about him so many years later: the reverence, the respect, and the sense of real promise too…

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This morning Bunny asked me if I could fill her water bottle with orange juice. I said no. (The water bottle gets gunky and stinky and it’s hard to clean…

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A few weeks back I ran into my high school boyfriend. He and I dated on and off for a few years. That was more than 15 years ago but we have kept in touch over the years. We email…

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Ever After has been one of my all time favorite romantic comedies. Drew Barrymore is at her best in this Cinderella spinoff (the first of a long string that soon followed.) Her prince is played by Dougray Scott, a very handsome devil that captures the sulky spoiled regent character very well.
This movie is [...]

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• Movie Review: Ever After starring Drew Barrymore, Dougray Scott, and Anjelica Huston Ever After has been one of my all time favorite romantic comedies. Drew Barrymore is at her best in this Cinderella spinoff (the first of a long string that soon followed.) Her prince is played by Dougray Scott, a very handsome devil that captures the sulky spoiled regent character very......

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Ever After has been one of my all time favorite romantic comedies. Drew Barrymore is at her best in this Cinderella spinoff (the first of a long string that soon followed.) Her prince is played by Dougray Scott, a very handsome devil that captures the sulky spoiled regent character very well.
This movie is [...]

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• Movie Review: Ever After starring Drew Barrymore, Dougray Scott, and Anjelica Huston Ever After has been one of my all time favorite romantic comedies. Drew Barrymore is at her best in this Cinderella spinoff (the first of a long string that soon followed.) Her prince is played by Dougray Scott, a very handsome devil that captures the sulky spoiled regent character very......

Continue reading → Movie Review: Ever After starring Drew Barrymore, Dougray Scott, and Anjelica Huston

In concept, I’m all for kids making and decorating their own toys. But the fact that they generally involve sharp, pointy tools along with paint that does not come off  with a simple bar of soap…

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It seems that turning four has brought us into the world of dramatics, particularly when we fall down and even just barely bump our knee on the carpet. And by we I mean not me.

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I know I am not alone in saying that boys belts tend to fall into two camps: Ridiculously dorky or super ridiculously dorky. The selection out there is enough to make mamas wish for a return to…

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Musical Instruments Drum will be website dedicate to the drum. Drum sets, drum sticks, and everything else associated with drumming. As I prepare the website for launch please consider checking out the musical instrument drum store.
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