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		<title>5 Secrets of the Most Stylish Moms</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2013 21:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nada Manley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Are You a Fancy Mommy? Recently, a friend&#8217;s young daughter exclaimed: &#8220;Wow, now that&#8217;s a fancy mom! Look, mommy! That&#8217;s what I mean. You are a mom but she is a fancy mom:  Her hair is nice, her skin looks shiny, she has a nice sweater. You need to put some water and cream on [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2013/05/5-secrets-of-the-most-stylish-moms.html">5 Secrets of the Most Stylish Moms</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
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<p>Recently, a friend&#8217;s young daughter exclaimed: &#8220;Wow, now<em> that&#8217;s</em> a fancy mom! Look, mommy! That&#8217;s what I mean. You are a mom but she is a<em> fancy</em> mom:  Her hair is nice, her skin looks shiny, she has a nice sweater. You need to put some water and cream on your face to make it shiny and sparkly, like Saylor&#8217;s mom. Her face is so shiny and sparkly.&#8221;  My friend, who is tall and slim and has a laid back mom style many women would envy, was perplexed. Did becoming her six year old&#8217;s version of the most<strong> stylish mom </strong>involve sprinkling herself in glitter?</p>
<p>Yes, and no.</p>
<p>But being fashionable, or &#8220;fancy&#8221;,  does involve a hefty helping of fairy dust. And that&#8217;s what my new free video series, Frumpy to Fabulous in Five Days, aims to provide &#8211; a few simple style solutions and fashion finds that can easily take you from, well, so-so to a super<strong> stylish mom</strong>.</p>
<p>Not that you&#8217;ve ever been frumpy. Or sloppy.</p>
<p>You&#8217;re simply, well, <em>busy</em>. Too busy, perhaps, to focus on fashion, on beauty, on putting the best &#8220;you&#8221; out there, every day. Too busy to be fancy.</p>
<p>Fortunately, being fabulous doesn&#8217;t take tons of time or money. Being the most <strong>stylish mom</strong> simply takes a few fast fixes and strategic solutions. This free video series will show you:</p>
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<p>Five days of fashionable tips that will elevate your everyday look to <strong>stylish mom</strong> status. So that you too can be fancy, forever.</p>
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		<title>The Best Backless, Strapless Bras Ever: Part II in the Best of the Beauty Mommy Series</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 29 Dec 2012 04:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nada Manley</dc:creator>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>(This post originally ran back in July, and I get so many requests for it, I thought I would run it again as part of my &#8220;Best of&#8230;&#8221; series. Just in time for New Year&#8217;s Eve!)</span><br />
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</span><span>This is a blog I started and stopped so many times, because it is so vast and so riddled with possibilities that the idea of narrowing it down was just too overwhelming. But, I will try, for the same reason that I have attempted many impossible feats in the past: Someone asked me to. In a recent chat with some girlfriends, the subject of the backless, strapless bra came up, and everyone groaned. My sister had just bought a cute, casual dress online, not realizing that it was backless and shaped in a way that also made straps completely out of the question, and so arose the problem of what to wear underneath. Nothing is not an option, after a certain age, and above a certain modesty level, and definitely not if you are blessed in that department, so I promised that I would come up with a list of the best, real-life solutions.</span><br />
<a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/fashion-forms-nubra-womens-p8450?ID=134476&amp;cm_mmc=Froogle_pla_pe-_-adtype-pla-_-target-21882504424-_-kw-&amp;gclid=COjnw-at_LACFQWxnQodfwnfTg" target="_blank"><img alt="large image view" src="http://images.bloomingdales.com/is/image/BLM/products/1/optimized/944751_fpx.tif?wid=460&amp;qlt=90,0&amp;layer=comp&amp;op_sharpen=0&amp;resMode=bicub&amp;op_usm=0.7,1.0,0.5,0&amp;fmt=jpeg" width="256" height="320" /></a><span> </span><br />
<a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/fashion-forms-nubra-womens-p8450?ID=134476&amp;cm_mmc=Froogle_pla_pe-_-adtype-pla-_-target-21882504424-_-kw-&amp;gclid=COjnw-at_LACFQWxnQodfwnfTg" target="_blank">Adhesive Bras:</a><span> Sure, they are backless and strapless, and adhesive, to a point, but they are not for the faint of heart, or, ahem, the full of chest. Maybe that&#8217;s why they aren&#8217;t available in sizes above a C. They work, and quite well, but these styles offer minimal support and are best worn with snug dresses for a relatively tame night out &#8211; to dinner, perhaps. Not for a night in the mosh pit. (Sorry to spoil the fun!) The gold standard, the NuBra from Fashion Form, is about $65. Or you could try the </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Unbra-Adhesive-Silicone-Strapless-Available/dp/B000QUZ2FC" target="_blank">Unbra</a><span>, on sale on Amazon for $8.85 (was $50). And it comes in a D cup.</span><br />
<a href="http://scene.barenecessities.com.edgesuite.net/is/image/BareNecessities/8704fel?%24Main375x440%24" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="http://scene.barenecessities.com.edgesuite.net/is/image/BareNecessities/8704fel?%24Main375x440%24" width="272" height="320" /></a><span> </span><br />
<b><a href="http://scene.barenecessities.com.edgesuite.net/is/image/BareNecessities/8704fel?%24Main375x440%24" target="_blank">Bustier Styles:</a></b><span> These have come quite a long way from the &#8220;prom bras&#8221; we joked about during our chat, with the stiff, obvious boning and the scratchy lace. This style from Felina, above, $79, combines sleek modern style and support, and is definitely a solid pick for busty types.</span><br />
<a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/cosabella-strapless-push-up-bra/3272903?origin=category&amp;fashionColor=Nude&amp;resultback=0" target="_blank"><img alt="Cosabella Strapless Push-Up Bra" src="http://g-lvl3.nordstromimage.com/imagegallery/store/product/Gigantic/16/_6841316.jpg" width="208" height="320" /></a><span> </span><br />
<b>Half Bustiers: </b><span>Another update, this style from </span><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/cosabella-strapless-push-up-bra/3272903?origin=category&amp;fashionColor=Nude&amp;resultback=0" target="_blank">Cosabella</a><span>, $125, offers support and style. And I love Cosabella&#8217;s quality. Detachable straps can be worn however you like, but I think convertible bras are an urban legend. I&#8217;ve never heard of any woman who actually takes the time to figure out all of those straps.</span><br />
<a href="http://www.underwearsolutions.com/product.asp?strParents=&amp;CAT_ID=&amp;P_ID=203" target="_blank"><img alt="D+ Perk Ups" src="http://www.underwearsolutions.com/uploads/images_products/203.jpg" /></a><span> </span><br />
<b><a href="http://www.underwearsolutions.com/product.asp?strParents=&amp;CAT_ID=&amp;P_ID=203" target="_blank">Faveo Freedom Bra: </a></b><span>This bra claims to be the only backless, strapless bra for larger busted women, and it does seem to be a great concept. It looks odd, but it just might work. The company is British, and it is only sold on one website, in British pounds, but I would say it&#8217;s definitely worth checking out. Has anyone tried this?</span></p>
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		<title>Best Nativity Scenes Ever: Part 1 in the Best of the Beauty Mommy Series</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Dec 2012 02:22:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nada Manley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>This post originally ran in December 2010, and it was so popular I decided to run it again. Post-Christmas sales are the best time to stock up on beautiful heirloom pieces like the Nativity sets shown here! Christmas Decorating: Nativity Scenes This morning I was chatting with my friend Dee at a playgroup, and we [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2012/12/best-nativity-scenes-ever-part-1-in-the-best-of-the-beauty-mommy-series.html">Best Nativity Scenes Ever: Part 1 in the Best of the Beauty Mommy Series</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>This post originally ran in December 2010, and it was so popular I decided to run it again. Post-Christmas sales are the best time to stock up on beautiful heirloom pieces like the Nativity sets shown here!</span>
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<div>This morning I was chatting with my friend Dee at a playgroup, and we were debating the pros and cons of pushing Santa on our kids now, only to come back later with a glib &#8220;Oops. We lied!&#8221; It&#8217;s hard to deceive unsuspecting children, and at the same time, we realize that Santa is a big part of the fun and magic of Christmas. We settled, sort of, on a: &#8220;The story goes that there was a Saint named Nicholas a long time ago&#8230;&#8221; We both believe strongly in keeping the focus of Christmas where it belongs, and for us, as Christians, it&#8217;s on the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. That&#8217;s why I was so proud when Lola explained to her little friends at preschool that Christmas is Jesus&#8217; birthday. Dwelling on the true meaning of Christmas, through story and song, all through this special month takes the focus off of the commercialism of Christmas, of Santa and Frosty and the reindeer and presents, and puts it back where it belongs. There are many ways to do this. I love to use a wooden Advent calendar that features a different object from a nativity scene each day, with a voice that explains the significance of it in the Christmas story. But my favorite way to celebrate Christmas is by displaying Nativity scenes wherever I can, from a gold-flecked crystal threesome of the holy family that I got as a gift, to a magical little scene in a snowglobe which I also received as a gift, to the two nativity scenes that my children have and love to play with. Today I will focus on decorative nativity scenes, and tomorrow, on kid-friendly ones! Catalogs and shops are full of beautiful sets, so there&#8217;s bound to be a scene to suit any decor. Here, a few of my favorite Nativities:</p>
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<p><strong>Medieval French Style Nativity, $579/11 piece set:</strong> Wisteria, one of my favorite catalogs ever, recreated a 16th century nativity from a <a href="http://www.wisteria.com/Nativity-Collection/productinfo/W3607/">French</a> chapel. A beautiful old world look! (Note: Ths one is no longer available, but another French inspired design is available <a href="http://www.wisteria.com/French-Folk-Art-Nativity/productinfo/W6695/" target="_blank">here</a>.)</p>
<div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tYkzMOxrZrk/TPhIDHJO47I/AAAAAAAAAqQ/8n8V0yk_mYk/s1600/w5061-large.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" ox="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tYkzMOxrZrk/TPhIDHJO47I/AAAAAAAAAqQ/8n8V0yk_mYk/s200/w5061-large.jpg" width="200"></a></div>
<p><strong>Another French Nativity, $186.75:</strong> Beautiful and serene, this <a href="http://www.wisteria.com/French-Inspired-Nativity-New/productinfo/W5061/">polyresin</a> set is detailed to look like wood, and is based on another French design! (Note: Also no longer available, but if this subtle style appeals to you, you might like similar colors in a more contemporary nativity, like this<a href="http://www.wisteria.com/Soapstone-Nativity/productinfo/F9142/" target="_blank"> one</a>.)</p>
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<p><strong>Krinkles Nativity by Patience Brewster, $899/20 piece set:</strong> I am a little <a href="http://www.angelicdreamz.com/KRINKLES-NATIVITY-COLLECTIONS_c_1244.html" target="_blank">obsessed</a> with Patience Brewster, but my old Spanish style house doesn&#8217;t lend itself to her whimsical designs, so I reserve them for the girls&#8217; rooms. This colorful, charming scene will appeal to Krinkles lovers everywhere.</p>
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<p><strong>Nativity Tealight Holder, $24.99:</strong> If you don&#8217;t have a lot of room or a lot of money, you can still pay tribute to Christ&#8217;s birth with this <a href="http://www.theparagon.com/nativity_tealight_holder/p/54351/">charming</a> candle holder.</p>
<div><a href="http://www.unoallavolta.com/german-woodcraft-nativity-arch/p/WU2E56060/" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="200" ox="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tYkzMOxrZrk/TPhKjOPsTtI/AAAAAAAAAqc/AaQwlWhHmLU/s200/SACHIM426_1_P6.jpg" width="200"></a></div>
<p><strong>Schwibbogen (Christmas Arches), $198:</strong> Traditional German Christmas arches are displayed on windowsills throughout Saxony at Christmastime, and they make simple, <a href="http://www.unoallavolta.com/german-woodcraft-nativity-arch/p/WU2E56060/" target="_blank">striking</a> statements of your faith. Una Alla Volta offers a few to choose from, including this <a href="http://www.unoallavolta.com/italian-ceramic-nativity-luminary/p/XCU3401/" target="_blank">one</a> for $168.</p>
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<p><strong>Cartapesta Nativity, $1699:</strong> Worthy of a museum, this<a href="http://guilfordhouse.cameoez.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&#038;products_id=30" target="_blank"> <span>stunning</span></a> set is made using a half-century old technique of applying plaster over paper mache. A real investment, this set is heirloom quality.</p>
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<p><strong>Santos Nativity Sets, $39-199:</strong> Modeled after a Central American nativity from the 18th century, these rustic pieces have a<a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&#038;keyword=santos+nativity"> folksy</a> charm and handmade beauty.
<div><a href="http://www.signals.com/cgi-bin/hazel.cgi?action=detail&#038;item=HL6122&#038;websource=googlshp&#038;utm_source=google&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=plas&#038;coupon_code=SIGGOOGLE1&#038;gclid=CKDfxaq_ubQCFQU5nAod3EwAfw" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="200" ox="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tYkzMOxrZrk/TPhNDqvjo9I/AAAAAAAAAqo/kCPQJ5u0Gds/s200/148653_1.jpg" width="200"></a></div>
<p><strong>Origami Nativity Set, $89: </strong>Striking in its simplicity, this <a href="http://www.signals.com/cgi-bin/hazel.cgi?action=detail&#038;item=HL6122&#038;websource=googlshp&#038;utm_source=google&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=plas&#038;coupon_code=SIGGOOGLE1&#038;gclid=CKDfxaq_ubQCFQU5nAod3EwAfw" target="_blank">pristine</a> white porcelain set suits the most modern decor.</p>
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<p><strong>Blue/White Nativity Set, $49.99:</strong> Fans of blue/white porcelain will love this <a href="http://www.gumps.com/p/porcelain-nativity-set?cm_vc=Search" target="_blank">delicate</a> Delft-like set.</p>
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<p><strong>Excelsis Wall Nativity, $375:</strong> A <a href="http://www.mark-roberts.com/xmaCatalog.html" target="_blank">breathtaking</a> and unique way to display the nativity from artist Mark Roberts.</p>
<div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tYkzMOxrZrk/TPhRDHv3IcI/AAAAAAAAAq0/M9r-PkW_E9E/s1600/2952_1406_large.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" ox="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tYkzMOxrZrk/TPhRDHv3IcI/AAAAAAAAAq0/M9r-PkW_E9E/s200/2952_1406_large.jpg" width="200"></a></div>
<p><strong>Holy Nativity Water Globe, $59:</strong> This <a href="http://www.touchstonecatalog.com/product/Holy_Nativity_Water_Globe/christmas_6560">magical</a>, musical nativity globe will enthrall all ages. My daughters and their cousins played with a similar one for hours today at my mom&#8217;s house! (Click here for a <a href="http://www.touchstonecatalog.com/product/Nativity_Scene_Musical_Glitterglobe/Seasonal_6500" target="_blank">similar</a> style, $129.)</p>
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<p><strong>Nativity Cross, $19:</strong> An <a href="http://www.touchstonecatalog.com/product/Nativity_Cross_2/Seasonal_6500" target="_blank">inventive</a>, compact way to celebrate Christ&#8217;s birth.</p>
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<p><strong>Limoges Nativity Christmas Box, $298:</strong> Tiny and intricately detailed, this <a href="http://www.gumps.com/p/limoges-nativity-christmas-box" target="_blank">precious</a> porcelain box features a lovely rendition of the Christmas story. (I also like this <a href="http://www.gumps.com/p/limoges-nativity-dome?cm_vc=Search" target="_blank">Limoges Nativity Dome</a>.)</p>
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<p><strong>Renaissance Nativity, $145:</strong> An<a href="http://www.gumps.com/p/nativity-set?cm_vc=Search" target="_blank"> elegant</a> nativity at a reasonable price, this detailed, old-world style set looks much more expensive than it is.</p>
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<p><strong>Lighted Outdoor Nativity, $379 for Holy Family:</strong> Many outdoor Christmas decorations are too chintzy for my taste, but this spectacular all-white lighted nativity is tasteful and beautiful. (Note: I couldn&#8217;t find this same one, but this<a href="http://www.lnt.com/product/outdoor-nativity-scenes/690637-92911/48-fontanini-three-kings-lighted-nativity-christmas-yard-art.html" target="_blank"> Fontanini</a> set and this lighted<a href="http://www.thefind.com/gifts/info-outdoor-nativity-scene-sets" target="_blank"> silhouette </a>one are also lovely.)</div>
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		<title>12-12-12: A Very Special Girly Superhero Birthday Party</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nada Manley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>I am taking a break from my regularly scheduled Christmas posting to recognize a very special day. Today, my sweet-and-spicy Eva turned 5. Sure, it&#8217;s quite possibly the best birthdate ever, something that sadly she is too young to appreciate, but for me it is bittersweet. Eva was supposed to be my forever baby. She [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2012/12/12-12-12-a-very-special-girly-superhero-birthday-party.html">12-12-12: A Very Special Girly Superhero Birthday Party</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I am taking a break from my regularly scheduled Christmas posting to recognize a very special day. Today, my sweet-and-spicy Eva turned 5. Sure, it&#8217;s quite possibly the best birthdate ever, something that sadly she is too young to appreciate, but for me it is bittersweet. Eva was supposed to be my forever baby. She has held on to her baby-ish pronunciation and her chubby cheeks just long enough to lull me into complacency, but lately, she&#8217;s been a changin&#8217;. She looks longer and leaner, she is using bigger words and more mature expressions (&#8220;if you say so&#8230;&#8221;), and, occasionally, when someone asks her a question, she responds in an intelligible way instead of muttering or grunting. (This last little bit is quite nice, actually). So, for a momentous birthday (5 has always seemed to me to mark the end of babyhood &#8211; sniff, sniff) on a momentous date, we chose a momentous gift. We decided that rather than rack up countless gifts, we would choose one significant item that she would use and love. Then we signed up on EchoAge.com (which I blogged about in earlier post). It&#8217;s an ingenious site that lets you issue invitations, choose a charity, and have your friends and family RSVP and make donations. Half of the money they donate goes to the charity, and half to the gift. It&#8217;s brilliant. Eva was very on board with the idea of helping kids who don&#8217;t have enough food, and I think it simplified the process for everyone. I definitely recommend it! Eva loves her IPAD mini, which is an easier size for her to use and to carry around. We bought the pink case for it, and even had it engraved with her name and birthdate. Love!<br /><a href="http://www.apple.com/" target="_blank"><img height="155" src="http://images.apple.com/home/images/hero.jpg" width="200"></a></p>
<p>My girls aren&#8217;t much help when it comes to party themes, so I was trying to decide one day when the idea of a girly superhero party came to me, and Eva was totally on board. She is very into flying and superheroes right now, and thinks she is one herself, so it was perfect. Fortunately my talented friend Karla Leschitz of <a href="http://www.facebook.com/MerciBOWcoup" target="_blank">Merci BOWCoup </a>was able to make her this unbelievable adorable outfit and matching hair bow for the party!</p>
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<p>Etsy is always my go-to place for paper products for parties. I love supporting artists and home businesses! These gorgeously designed items from<a href="https://www.etsy.com/transaction/105085127" target="_blank"> jcbabycakes</a> were perfect for a girly-girl&#8217;s superhero party!<br /><a href="https://www.etsy.com/transaction/105085127" target="_blank"><img alt="Girl Superhero Superfriends Birthday Invitation and Party Package - DIY Print Your Own Choose your supergirl(s)" height="246" src="https://ny-image0.etsy.com/000/0/6029754/il_570xN.332142468.jpg" width="320"></a><br />God bless my mother for so many reasons, but without her help cutting out these gorgeous DIY printables, and then helping me (okay, essentially she did it, but I helped a little) make amazing no-sew superhero capes out of felt for the favors. (A big thank you to<a href="http://www.jollymom.com/2011/09/no-sew-superhero-capes-free-template.html" target="_blank"> Jolly Mom</a> for the idea and the template!). Below, Lola decorates her cape at the party, and Lola and Alex at the cape decorating station.</p>
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<p>This party came together quickly, and was pretty last minute, so I guess it&#8217;s a good thing that I managed to get a bouncy house of any description. When you call the day before the party, you get what you get and you don&#8217;t get upset. Fortunately, the kids didn&#8217;t seem to mind that it wasn&#8217;t pink.
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<p>I wore a dress from Isle Apparel with bold, superhero-esque colors and Marc Jacobs shoes. (Here I am with my stylish friend Tara). Both very comfortable, which is a good thing since I was in them for hours. The pink Cadillac Escalade was the vehicle of choice for many superhero rescue missions that afternoon!
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<p>Other highlights from the party: Eva blowing out the candles.
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<p>A mini-superhero plans his next mission.
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<p>Eva, with cupcake crumbs on her face and new IPAD mini in hand, tries on a new custom pink satin superhero cape, a gift from her cousins from Chasing Fireflies.
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<p>Above, Eva and Caralynn save the day&#8230;</p>
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<p>For cuteness sake!
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<p>My goofy Eva and her buddy Jack. Eva loved her superhero party, so in my mind, that makes it a success. The other kids seemed to have fun too! Since her actual birth date was still a few days away, we had to pace ourselves, but Eva eagerly counted down the days. For some reason, she was convinced that she would turn 5 1/2. Anyway, today I tried to recognize her birthday throughout the day in little ways, from a special breakfast &#8211; PJ&#038;J and fresh raspberries, to volunteering at a school fundraiser so I could see her, to a little birthday party for her and her classmate Isabella, who shares the same birthday. Here we are in her class today, with Isabella in the background.
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<p>After school, she was allowed unlimited play on her IPAD. She got a big birthday balloon (she is obsessed with balloons and is sleeping with it in her room), a small cake, and a card that makes music (a must in her book &#8211; otherwise it doesn&#8217;t count). She also got a small token gift and to blow out the candles, again. (She said it was the best birthday ever because she got to blow out the candles in the dark.). I had been brainstorming ideas for how to photograph her with the special date, 12-12-12, Fortunately, I am extremely creative and crafty. I toyed with the idea of massive numbers made out of Liberty print fabrics, salvaged tin, distressed wood, house numbers with Eva standing in front of our house, flowerpots in the shape of the numbers on the driveway, and on and on. So, after nearly 5 years of planning and hard work, here&#8217;s what I came up with.</p>
<p>Wait for it&#8230;</p>
<p>Wait for it&#8230;.</p>
<p>Waiiiiittttt for it&#8230;&#8230;..</p>
<p>Ta da!
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<p>Chalk. This is what passes for creativity in my house. Chalk. I can&#8217;t even write well on a chalkboard. (Teaching was never in the cards for me&#8230;). I couldn&#8217;t even manage to get the entire balloon in the picture. But it&#8217;s done. Here is proof that Eva turned 5 on 12-12-12. A date that will go down in history, and which will never be repeated in my lifetime.</p>
<p>Thank God. <img src='http://beautymommy.com/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
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		<title>100 Best Gifts of 2012: 10 Gifts for Bakers</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2012 02:31:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nada Manley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>We owe a lot of holiday cheer, or at least the heavenly scents that are linked to them, to the brilliant bakers in our lives. Show your appreciation with one of these thoughtful gifts. 1. Holiday Deluxe Pantry Gift, $79.95, King Arthur Flour Co.: This beautifully presented box holds a supply of top-notch baking supplies, [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2012/12/100-best-gifts-of-2012-10-gifts-for-bakers.html">100 Best Gifts of 2012: 10 Gifts for Bakers</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We owe a lot of holiday cheer, or at least the heavenly scents that are linked to them, to the brilliant bakers in our lives. Show your appreciation with one of these thoughtful gifts.</p>
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<p><b><a href="http://www.kingarthurflour.com/shop/items/holiday-deluxe-pantry-gift" target="_blank">1. Holiday Deluxe Pantry Gift, $79.95, King Arthur Flour Co.: </a></b>This beautifully presented box holds a supply of top-notch baking supplies, from cinnamon to vanilla to espresso powder, plus recipe cards for inspiration.<br /><a href="http://www.target.com/p/band-of-outsiders-cookie-cutters/-/A-14180489#prodSlot=medium_1_1&#038;term=band%20of%20outsiders%20cookie%20cutters" target="_blank"><img alt="Band of Outsiders Cookie Cutters " height="200" src="http://img2.targetimg2.com/wcsstore/TargetSAS//img/p/14/18/14180489_120924163000.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.target.com/p/band-of-outsiders-cookie-cutters/-/A-14180489#prodSlot=medium_1_33" target="_blank">2. Band of Outsiders Cookie Cutters, $29.99, Target + Neiman Marcus: </a></b>A fashion insider favorite puts its quirky spin on cookie cutters. Perfect for the fashionista baker in your life!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.fancyflours.com/product/Marie-Antoinette-Cookie-Jar-Ceramic/fun-gifts" target="_blank"><img alt="Marie Antoinette Cookie Jar, Ceramic, 14.5" height="200" src="http://www.fancyflours.com/images/uploads/large/PJ0613180.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.fancyflours.com/product/Marie-Antoinette-Cookie-Jar-Ceramic/fun-gifts" target="_blank">3. Marie Antoinette Cookie Jar, $100, Fancy Flours: </a></b>Let them eat cake, or cookies, out of this kitschy-fancy jar.<br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-kitchen/25972571.jsp" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://images.anthropologie.com/is/image/Anthropologie/25972571_089_b?%24product410x615%24" width="133"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-kitchen/25972571.jsp" target="_blank">4. Poppy Ring, $18, Anthropologie:</a></b> I don&#8217;t care if you bake or not, everybody needs this rolling pin, Everybody.<br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-kitchen/B26028811.jsp" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://images.anthropologie.com/is/image/Anthropologie/B26028811_089_b?%24product410x615%24" width="133"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-kitchen/B26028811.jsp" target="_blank">5. Tall Oil &#038; Vinegar Atomizer in Orange, $298, Anthropologie:</a></b> I so need this, if only to display it in my boho-chic kitchen to impress my boho-chic friends. I picture myself using it to delicately spritz my homegrown organic salad greens&#8230; Sigh. Not exactly baking-related but just look at it!<br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/70084879/bird-sugar-bowl-and-creamer-ceramic-set" target="_blank"><img alt="Bird Sugar Bowl and Creamer Ceramic Set in Robin Egg Blue for Entertaining, Hostess, Kitchen, Dining" height="160" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/000/0/5176116/il_570xN.324424923.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/70084879/bird-sugar-bowl-and-creamer-ceramic-set" target="_blank"><b>6. Bird Sugar Bowl &#038; Creamer Set, $92, Whitney Smith on Etsy:</b></a> This will brighten up the dreariest morning.<br /><a href="http://www.broadwaypanhandler.com/broadway/product.asp?s_id=0&#038;prod_name=PetitPot%E2%84%A2&#038;pf_id=fusion_petitpot&#038;dept_id=3110" target="_blank"><img height="165" src="http://www.broadwaypanhandler.com/broadway/assets/product_images/fusion_petitpot.png" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.broadwaypanhandler.com/broadway/product.asp?s_id=0&#038;prod_name=PetitPot%E2%84%A2&#038;pf_id=fusion_petitpot&#038;dept_id=3110" target="_blank">7. PetitPot, $5.99/3, Broadway Panhandler:</a></b> These would take the place of my humdrum white pinch bowls that serve the same function, but look much cuter doing it. Use them to melt butter, measure out spics, or serve small sides of yogurt or berries to your kids at breakfast, like I do.<br /><a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/cupcake-boxes-set/?pkey=cgift-packaging&#038;" target="_blank"><img alt="Cupcake Boxes, Set of 4" src="http://rk.wsimgs.com/wsimgs/rk/images/dp/wcm/201235/0006/img16t.jpg"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/cupcake-boxes-set/?pkey=cgift-packaging&#038;" target="_blank">8. Cupcake boxes, $14.95/4, Williams-Sonoma: </a></b>These gorgeous boxes provide the perfect backdrop to homemade treats.<br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Studio-Oh-Gift-Baked-Scratch/dp/B0080DXT52/ref=sr_1_15?s=home-garden&#038;ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1355192797&#038;sr=1-15" target="_blank"><img alt="Baked From Scratch" height="200" src="http://studiooh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/BakedFromScratch-315x315.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Studio-Oh-Gift-Baked-Scratch/dp/B0080DXT52/ref=sr_1_15?s=home-garden&#038;ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1355192797&#038;sr=1-15" target="_blank">9. Food Gift Tags, $7.95, Studio Oh: </a></b>Whose homemade creations wouldn&#8217;t be just a little bit yummier when adorned with these tags? I also adore their mini-boxes of<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Studio-Oh-Mini-Recipes-Chocolate/dp/B005IZOGOS/ref=sr_1_16?s=home-garden&#038;ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1355192797&#038;sr=1-16" target="_blank"> recipe cards</a>!<br /><a href="http://www.deandeluca.com/coffee-tea-cocoa/coffee-cocoa-service/chemex-filter-drip-coffeemaker.aspx" target="_blank"><img alt="hero" height="200" src="http://www.deandeluca.com/ProductImg/500/106019.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.deandeluca.com/coffee-tea-cocoa/coffee-cocoa-service/chemex-filter-drip-coffeemaker.aspx" target="_blank">10. Chemex Filter-Brew Coffeemaker, $40, Dean &#038; DeLuca:</a></b> The award-winning design is so strikingly simple, it doesn&#8217;t seem like it should work, and yet apparently it does. Love.</p>
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		<title>100 Best Gifts of 2012: Gifts for Readers of All Ages</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 09 Dec 2012 03:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>1. Courtly Check Cat Eye Readers, $62, Mackenzie-Child&#8217;s: IF I needed reading glasses, this quirky-chic pair would be my pick. Just sayin&#8217;&#8230;2. Ideal Bookshelf from Artist Jane Mount, $28 and up, idealbookshelf.com: Jane Mount paints the perfect bookshelf for the fashionista (above), the Jane Austen lover, the traveler, etc. Choose from an existing collection of books [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2012/12/100-best-gifts-of-2012-gifts-for-readers-of-all-ages.html">100 Best Gifts of 2012: Gifts for Readers of All Ages</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
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<p><b>1. <a href="http://www.mackenzie-childs.com/Gifts/Apparel+Accessories/Glasses/#" target="_blank">Courtly Check Cat Eye Readers, $62, Mackenzie-Child&#8217;s:</a></b> IF I needed reading glasses, this quirky-chic pair would be my pick. Just sayin&#8217;&#8230;<br /><a href="http://www.idealbookshelf.com/collections/prints/products/ideal-bookshelf-153-sac#" target="_blank"><img alt="Ideal Bookshelf 340: Fashion" height="256" src="http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0172/1910/products/IB340_Fashion_large.jpg?428" width="320"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.idealbookshelf.com/collections/prints/products/ideal-bookshelf-153-sac#" target="_blank">2. Ideal Bookshelf from Artist Jane Mount, $28 and up, idealbookshelf.com: </a></b>Jane Mount paints the perfect bookshelf for the fashionista (above), the Jane Austen lover, the traveler, etc. Choose from an existing collection of books from authors as diverse as Tolstoy and Tolkien, or commission your own painting of a custom bookshelf, from $250. I know what would be on my bookshelf! Do you?<br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/86096146/ring-around-the-rosie-personalized#" target="_blank"><img alt="Ring Around the Rosie Personalized Vintage Bookplates - The Perfect Teacher Gift" height="200" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/000/0/5188943/il_570xN.244014123.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/86096146/ring-around-the-rosie-personalized#" target="_blank">3. Personalized Bookplates, oiseaux on etsy, $16.25/24: </a></b>These gorgeous vintage bookplates will turn a stack of favorites into a personal library.<br /><a href="http://www.signals.com/cgi-bin/hazel.cgi?action=DETAIL&#038;ITEM=HL6192" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://images.signals.com/graphics/products/large/HL6192.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.signals.com/cgi-bin/hazel.cgi?action=DETAIL&#038;ITEM=HL6192" target="_blank">4. E-Reader Buddy, $24.99, Signals: </a></b>This pillow makes curling up with a good gadget a little bit cozier.<br /><a href="http://gonereading.com/the-reading-woman/" target="_blank"><img alt="The Reading Woman, 2013 Wall Calendar" height="200" src="https://gonereading.com/newshop/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/The-Reading-Woman-2013-Wall-Calendar-300x300.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://gonereading.com/the-reading-woman/" target="_blank">5. The Reading Woman 2013 Wall Calendar, $13.99, Gone Reading: </a></b>This gorgeous calendar features famous paintings of women reading.<br /><img alt="Charles Dickens Action Figure" height="200" src="http://gonereading.com/newshop/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Charles-Dickens-Action-Figure-300x300.jpg" width="200"><br />6. Literary Action Figures: $11.99, Gone Reading: An unusual gift! Choose from Charles Dickens, Oliver Wilde or Sherlock Holmes.<br /><a href="http://gonereading.com/product/the-little-librarian-lets-play-librarian/" target="_blank"><img alt="Little Librarian Front" height="200" src="http://gonereading.com/newshop/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Little-Librarian-Front-300x300.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://gonereading.com/product/the-little-librarian-lets-play-librarian/" target="_blank">7. The Little Librarian Let&#8217;s Play Librarian Set, $21.99, Gone Reading: </a></b>This award-winning toy enables kids to practice important skills, like borrowing and returning, while fostering a love of reading.<br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-books/23744949.jsp" target="_blank"><img alt="Vintage Books Boxed Set, Cooking" height="320" src="http://images.anthropologie.com/is/image/Anthropologie/23744949_095_b?%24%24RD2012_category_item%24%24" width="212"></a><br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-books/23744949.jsp" target="_blank"><b>8. Vintage Book Boxed Set, Cooking, $1400, Anthropologie:</b> </a>A one-of-a-kind gift, this collection will appeal to the avid reader and cookbook lover!<br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Was-Dark-Stormy-Night-People/dp/0979540100/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1323966740&#038;sr=8-1" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.goodreadgames.com/images/gameshot.jpg"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Was-Dark-Stormy-Night-People/dp/0979540100/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1323966740&#038;sr=8-1" target="_blank">9. It was a dark and stormy night Game, $39.95, Amazon: </a></b>Self-proclaimed book nerds will love challenging themselves and their friends to guess a book based on only the first line. Or check out <a href="http://bookchase./">Bookchase.</a><br /><a href="http://www.target.com/p/m-edge-new-yorker-ana-juan-jacket-for-kindle-3-keyboard-multicolored/-/A-13558425#prodSlot=medium_1_27&#038;term=ereader%20cover" target="_blank"><img alt="M-Edge New Yorker (Ana Juan) Jacket For Kindle 3 (Keyboard) - Multicolored " height="200" src="http://img3.targetimg3.com/wcsstore/TargetSAS//img/p/13/55/13558425.jpg" width="200"></a><span></span><span></span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.target.com/p/m-edge-new-yorker-ana-juan-jacket-for-kindle-3-keyboard-multicolored/-/A-13558425#prodSlot=medium_1_27&#038;term=ereader%20cover" target="_blank">10. EReader Cover, prices vary: </a></b>A beautiful cover will protect a treasured e-reader, and there are so many gorgeous ones to choose from. This one is from Target.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>There are some toys that, long after your kids outgrow them, you will hold on to and look back on fondly. These are the timeless treasures your children play with again and again, and, if you&#8217;re lucky, they will be equally adored by future generations. 1. Princess &#038; The Pea Toy Set, $99, Chasing Fireflies: I [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2012/12/100-best-gifts-of-2012-heirloom-gifts-for-kids.html">100 Best Gifts of 2012: Heirloom Gifts for Kids</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are some toys that, long after your kids outgrow them, you will hold on to and look back on fondly. These are the timeless treasures your children play with again and again, and, if you&#8217;re lucky, they will be equally adored by future generations.<br /><a href="http://www.chasing-fireflies.com/princess-&#038;-the-pea-doll-set/productinfo/27896/id=sdc#" target="_blank"><img alt="princess &#038; the pea doll set" height="200" src="http://www.chasing-fireflies.com/images/27896_p.jpg" width="174"></a></p>
<p><b><a href="http://www.chasing-fireflies.com/princess-&#038;-the-pea-doll-set/productinfo/27896/id=sdc#" target="_blank">1. Princess &#038; The Pea Toy Set, $99, Chasing Fireflies:</a><a href="http://www.mackenzie-childs.com/shop.axd/ProductDetails?edp_no=19024&#038;refid=sli#.UMH_w4NQVf8" target="_blank"> </a></b>I am obsessed with this beautifully designed toy. I don&#8217;t even care if it gets played with &#8211; I just want to look at it! Fortunately I am pretty sure that  Eva will love it too!<br /><img alt="Picture of Noah's Cruise" height="200" src="http://bikkskids.com/images/thumbnails/0/300/300/Maileg_NoahsCruise.jpg" width="200"><br /><b>2. <a href="http://www.mackenzie-childs.com/shop.axd/ProductDetails?edp_no=21301&#038;refid=sli#.UMH_4YNQVf8" target="_blank">Noah&#8217;s Cruise, $118, Mackenzie-Childs: </a></b>This beautifully made wooden toy also works as enchanting nursery decor. So sweet!<br /><a href="http://www.garnethill.com/matchbox-mice-toy-set-boy-or-girl/childrens-home-play-toys-toys/190403?cm_mmc=Google-_-%20Garnet%20Hill%20-%20Bedding%20Home%20PLA%20-_-Garnet%20Hill-Childrens%20Home%20%3E%20Play%20%3E%20Toys%20%3E%20Toys-_-24014-REDOS&#038;SourceCode=K2W44B&#038;mr:trackingCode=6B8E4A9F-D31A-E211-B425-BC305BEDE924&#038;mr:referralID=NA&#038;mr:adType=pla&#038;mr:ad=14953720570&#038;mr:keyword=&#038;mr:match=&#038;mr:filter=37850593690&#038;gclid=CND9xaHZibQCFQGvnQodYhwAPQ" target="_blank"><img src="https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRQt5Plz3m8eF_nqMFZ6nocJ8ltNrl6AZ9wSp2qeLewFf5Vbqc1"></a><br /><b>3. <a href="http://www.garnethill.com/matchbox-mice-toy-set-boy-or-girl/childrens-home-play-toys-toys/190403?cm_mmc=Google-_-%20Garnet%20Hill%20-%20Bedding%20Home%20PLA%20-_-Garnet%20Hill-Childrens%20Home%20%3E%20Play%20%3E%20Toys%20%3E%20Toys-_-24014-REDOS&#038;SourceCode=K2W44B&#038;mr:trackingCode=6B8E4A9F-D31A-E211-B425-BC305BEDE924&#038;mr:referralID=NA&#038;mr:adType=pla&#038;mr:ad=14953720570&#038;mr:keyword=&#038;mr:match=&#038;mr:filter=37850593690&#038;gclid=CND9xaHZibQCFQGvnQodYhwAPQ" target="_blank">Matchbox Mice, $28, Garnet Hill:</a> </b>What is cuter than this adorable playset? You can choose from a little boy or a little girl, and each comes nestled in a cozy box. So sweet!<br /><a href="http://www.moolka.com/jzv/prod/21430/Playsam/Toys/Cars%2C+Planes%2C+Trains/Streamliner+Classic%2C+Black?p=YzE9OTA3" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.moolka.com/products/z_20580_0_2.jpg"></a><br />4. <a href="http://www.moolka.com/jzv/prod/21430/Playsam/Toys/Cars%2C+Planes%2C+Trains/Streamliner+Classic%2C+Black?p=YzE9OTA3" target="_blank"><b>Streamliner Classic iCar, $43.99, Moolka:</b> </a>The design is so gorgeous, it&#8217;s hard to believe it&#8217;s a toy. When they are past the playing age, it will look great on a shelf in that city apartment you dream about. (Or maybe that&#8217;s just me!)<br /><a href="http://www.kiddietoys.com/le-toy-van-sophies-house-p-5851.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Le Toy Van  Sophie's House" height="200" src="http://www.kiddietoys.com/images/lv/H104.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b>5. <a href="http://www.kiddietoys.com/le-toy-van-sophies-house-p-5851.html" target="_blank">Sophie&#8217;s House, Le Toy Van, $137.87, Kiddie Toys: </a></b>Le Toy Van is a UK-based company that makes gorgeous, high-quality wooden toys for kids, and their dollhouses are the best out there, in my opinion. This is the kind of toy your family will cherish for years.<br /><a href="http://www.albeebaby.com/jr-pink-sky-king-tricyle.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Airflow Collectibles Jr. Pink Sky King Tricycle" src="http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/albee-baby_2237_2277533866"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.albeebaby.com/jr-pink-sky-king-tricyle.html" target="_blank">6. Airflow Collectibles Jr. Sky King Tricycle, $178, Albee Baby: </a></b>After a lot of research, we chose this trike for Lola for her 2nd birthday, and nearly 5 years later, it is still a favorite. It is so beautiful and well-made!<br /><a href="http://www.guidecraft.com/product/506808/G6503/_/Rapunzel" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.guidecraft.com/dimg/thm/t354_7402abdb13f2873114fbb4ad5861a6d3.jpg" width="150"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.guidecraft.com/product/506808/G6503/_/Rapunzel" target="_blank">7. Rapunzel Storytelling Box by Steve Light, $50, Guidecraft: </a></b>These beautiful boxes brings stories to life for young children, and help foster a love of reading.<br /><a href="http://www.rightstart.com/haba-doll-pram-hearts.html?utm_source=google&#038;utm_medium=shopping&#038;gclid=CPzdoKrfibQCFQiqnQod4BoAPA" target="_blank"><img alt="Haba Doll Pram Hearts" height="200" src="http://media.rightstart.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/370x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/h/a/habadollpramhearts.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.rightstart.com/haba-doll-pram-hearts.html?utm_source=google&#038;utm_medium=shopping&#038;gclid=CPzdoKrfibQCFQiqnQod4BoAPA" target="_blank">8. Haba Doll Pram, $170.99, Right Start: </a></b>Another favorite of ours, this lovely wooden pram is so solidly made. It has been used as a wagon, a doll stroller, and has even held my kids and their friends on more than one occasion!<br /><a href="http://www.magiccabin.com/grow-with-me-rocking-horse_p1730.html" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://magiccabin.cachefly.net/mcabin_assets/images/shop/catalog/828767e.jpg" width="177"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.magiccabin.com/grow-with-me-rocking-horse_p1730.html" target="_blank">9. Rocking Horse, $79.98, Magic Cabin: </a></b>The classic childhood toy, updated with a removable safety surround.<br /><a href="http://thewoodenwagon.com/woodentoy/grimms-toys/BSH1067.html" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://thewoodenwagon.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/large-rainbow-l.jpg" width="200"></a></p>
<p><b><a href="http://thewoodenwagon.com/woodentoy/grimms-toys/BSH1067.html" target="_blank">10. Stackable Wooden Toys, Grimm&#8217;s Spiel und Holz, $79, The Wooden Wagon: </a></b>We have one of these in our playroom, and there is not a child that comes in, boy or girl, of any age, that doesn&#8217;t almost immediately go to this. It&#8217;s hard to put down!</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>While I love choosing the perfect gift for a boy or a girl, I find it harder to choose a gift that they both would love to play with, and that was my challenge here. There should be something here for every kid on your list! 1. Y-Volution Y-Fliker F1 Scooter: $119.99: One of the [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2012/12/100-best-gifts-of-2012-10-great-gifts-for-kids.html">100 Best Gifts of 2012: 10 Great Gifts for Kids</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While I love choosing the perfect gift for a boy or a girl, I find it harder to choose a gift that they both would love to play with, and that was my challenge here. There should be something here for every kid on your list!
<div><a href="http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13084919&#038;CAWELAID=1544375172&#038;pla=plat&#038;cagpspn=pla" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.toysrus.com/graphics/product_images/pTRU1-13158222_alternate2_enh-z6.jpg" width="200"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13084919&#038;CAWELAID=1544375172&#038;pla=plat&#038;cagpspn=pla" target="_blank">1. Y-Volution Y-Fliker F1 Scooter: $119.99: </a></b>One of the hot toys of the season, it wasn&#8217;t on my radar until my friend Jean told me about it. This scooter has 3 wheels and a cool side to side steering motion, plus it folds for easy storage and portability. </div>
<div><a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/ezy-roller-ride-ons/?pkey=e%7Cez%2Brider%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&#038;cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH%7C%7CNoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-" target="_blank"><img alt="Ezy Roller Ride-Ons" height="176" src="http://ab.pkimgs.com/pkimgs/ab/images/dp/wcm/201240/0005/img5o.jpg" width="200"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/ezy-roller-ride-ons/?pkey=e%7Cez%2Brider%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&#038;cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH%7C%7CNoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-" target="_blank">2. EZ Roller Ride On, $129, Pottery Barn Kids:</a></b> This award-winning ride-on is fast, fun, and safe! </div>
<div><a href="http://www.toystogrowon.com/display/details?id=3943" target="_blank"><img alt="Bounce &#038; Play Hand Trampolines" height="200" src="http://www.toystogrowon.com/display/graphics/products/full/275_f.jpg" width="150"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.toystogrowon.com/display/details?id=3943" target="_blank">3. Bounce &#038; Play Hand Trampolines, $29.99, Toys to Grow On: </a></b>The soft, squishy ball and elastic-centered discs make this a great choice for younger kids. </div>
<div><img alt="Wiggle-Wobble Balance Board" height="150" src="http://www.toystogrowon.com/graphics/products/full/737_f.jpg" width="200"></div>
<div><a href="http://www.toystogrowon.com/sku737" target="_blank"><b>4. Wiggle Wobble Balance Board, $49.99, Toys to Grow On:</b> </a>This fun game builds balance and brain power, with games to enhance memory, color recognition and more. </div>
<div><a href="http://www.imaginetoys.com/Inhabit-design-and-construction#.UMFltoNQVf8" target="_blank"><img alt="Inhabit Design &#038; Construction, a durable cardboard construction set from France" src="http://images.epiinc.com/image2/?w=160&#038;h=160&#038;f=T12309_h&#038;path=ImagineToys.com"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.imaginetoys.com/Inhabit-design-and-construction#.UMFltoNQVf8" target="_blank">5. Inhabit Design &#038; Construction, $79.95, Imagine Toys:</a></b> We bought this a couple of years ago for the girls, and it&#8217;s one of their most played with items. A French designer invented this ingenious toy, which allows kids to build amazing forts with modern style. </div>
<div><a href="http://www.imaginetoys.com/Home-sweet-tent#.UMFmp4NQVf8" target="_blank"><img alt="Home Sweet Tent, a simple child's tent personalized with a banner, from Twelve Timbers" height="200" src="http://images.epiinc.com/image2/?w=345&#038;h=260&#038;f=DS143_a&#038;path=ImagineToys.com" width="200"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.imaginetoys.com/Home-sweet-tent#.UMFmp4NQVf8" target="_blank">6. Tent, $79.95, Imagine Toys: </a></b>What child wouldn&#8217;t love a tent? This one is simple enough to allow your child&#8217;s imagination to take over&#8230;It can be a fort, a castle, a hideout, a store&#8230; And it can be personalized with their name!</div>
<div><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Miller-Goodman-PlayShapes-Wooden-Blocks/dp/B00910UU1O/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1354852316&#038;sr=8-2&#038;keywords=Playshapes+74+Wooden+Blocks#" target="_blank"><img alt="Miller Goodman PlayShapes 74 Wooden Blocks" height="200" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41oBNgGPpLL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" width="200"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Miller-Goodman-PlayShapes-Wooden-Blocks/dp/B00910UU1O/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1354852316&#038;sr=8-2&#038;keywords=Playshapes+74+Wooden+Blocks#" target="_blank">7. Playshapes, $150, Amazon: </a></b>Blocks with personality! These unique, beautifully made wooden blocks offer endless possibilities.</div>
<div><a href="http://www.sensationalbeginnings.com/Item--i-E-5-4208" target="_blank"><img alt="LASER PEGS® 3D LITE BOARD™" height="200" src="http://www.sensationalbeginnings.com/ItemImages/Large/14306-m.jpg" width="176"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.sensationalbeginnings.com/Item--i-E-5-4208" target="_blank">8. LaserPegs 3D Light Board, $99.95, Sensational Beginnings:</a></b> When I was little, Lite Brite was all the rage. This is an updated version for today&#8217;s kids. Kids use laser pegs to build on the platform, which powers the pegs to create cool effects.</div>
<div><a href="http://www.sensationalbeginnings.com/Item--i-O-1-380X#" target="_blank"><img alt="RADIO FLYER® BLAZE INTERACTIVE SPRING HORSE" height="200" src="http://www.sensationalbeginnings.com/ItemImages/Large/14317-m.jpg" width="164"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.sensationalbeginnings.com/Item--i-O-1-380X#" target="_blank">9. Radio Flyer Blaze Interactive Spring Horse, $199.95: </a></b>Remember these? This retro rocking horse is a guaranteed tot-pleaser!</div>
<div><a href="http://www.hearthsong.com/nylon-canvas-hugglepodhangout-with-led-lights_p421561.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Nylon Canvas HugglePod™HangOut with LED Lights" height="200" src="http://hearthsong.cachefly.net/hsong_assets/images/shop/catalog/728674e.jpg" width="181"></a></div>
<div><b><a href="http://www.hearthsong.com/nylon-canvas-hugglepodhangout-with-led-lights_p421561.html" target="_blank">10. HugglePod Hangout with LED Lights, $199, Hearth Song:</a></b> What could be cooler than this: a hanging tree-fort of sorts will keep kids happy for hours. I think I want one for myself!</div>
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		<title>100 Best Gifts of 2012: 10 Gifts for Guys</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>I got a secret for you: No one needs a flask. No one. Really. What exactly is the message there. A tie is probably not going to win you any awards either. Here, a few, slightly more original ideas for the hard-to-shop for man in your life.1. Outpost Messenger Bag, $325, Sundance: My bag weighs [...]</p><p>The post <a href="http://beautymommy.com/2012/12/100-best-gifts-of-2012-10-gifts-for-guys.html">100 Best Gifts of 2012: 10 Gifts for Guys</a> appeared first on <a href="http://beautymommy.com">Beauty Mommy - Beauty, Baby, Bliss</a>.</p>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I got a secret for you: No one needs a flask. No one. Really. What exactly is the message there. A tie is probably not going to win you any awards either. Here, a few, slightly more original ideas for the hard-to-shop for man in your life.<br /><a href="http://www.sundancecatalog.com/product/code/59325.do" target="_blank"><img alt="OUTPOST MESSENGER BAG" height="200" src="http://ii.sundancecatalog.com/sundance/images//products/en_us/detail/59325.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><a href="http://www.sundancecatalog.com/product/code/59325.do" target="_blank"><b>1. Outpost Messenger Bag, $325, Sundance:</b> </a>My bag weighs as much as one of my kids, so I love the idea of letting him carry a little of the load. This bag lets him do it in style.<br /><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/accessories/necessaryluxuries/PRDOVR~87127/99102730014/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~london%20undercover/87127.jsp" target="_blank"><img alt="London Undercover™ City Gent Lifesaver umbrella" height="200" src="http://s7.jcrew.com/is/image/jcrew/87127_ED1258?%24pdp_fs418%24" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/accessories/necessaryluxuries/PRDOVR~87127/99102730014/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~london%20undercover/87127.jsp" target="_blank">2. London Undercover Defence, $152, J. Crew: </a></b>Details matter, and this classic umbrella, handmade in the U.K., has great style and is made to last.<br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/search/26183046.jsp?cm_vc=SEARCH_RESULTS" target="_blank"><img height="320" src="http://images.anthropologie.com/is/image/Anthropologie/26183046_041_a?%24product410x615%24" width="212"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/search/26183046.jsp?cm_vc=SEARCH_RESULTS" target="_blank">3. Gallery Speakers, $400-650, Anthropologie:</a></b> Each of these gorgeous speakers is a one-of-a-kind work of art by Mikal Hameed. This is technology you won&#8217;t find looking at&#8230;<br /><a href="http://www.dillards.com/product/Dillards-3In1-Laser-Touch-Pen_301_-1_301_503491563?cm_sp=searchbox-_-product-_-Dillards-3In1-Laser-Touch-Pen_301_-1_301_503491563" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://dimg.dillards.com/is/image/DillardsZoom/03870934_zi?%24c7product%24&#038;wid=569&#038;hei=659&#038;fit=fit,1" width="172"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.dillards.com/product/Dillards-3In1-Laser-Touch-Pen_301_-1_301_503491563?cm_sp=searchbox-_-product-_-Dillards-3In1-Laser-Touch-Pen_301_-1_301_503491563" target="_blank">4. 3-in-1 Laser Touch Pen, $25, Dillard&#8217;s:</a> </b>This cool little tool is a stylus, a ball point pen, and a laser pointer. Great for the gadget-lover!<br /><a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/True-Religion-Wooly-Plaid-Trapper-Hat-Gifts-Under-200/prod151010026_cat25190735_cat24890736_/?isEditorial=false&#038;index=84&#038;cmCat=cat000000cat000470cat41190743cat24890736cat25190735" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://images.neimanmarcus.com/ca/1/products/mx/NMN1WPS_mx.jpg" width="160"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/True-Religion-Wooly-Plaid-Trapper-Hat-Gifts-Under-200/prod151010026_cat25190735_cat24890736_/?isEditorial=false&#038;index=84&#038;cmCat=cat000000cat000470cat41190743cat24890736cat25190735" target="_blank">5. True Religion Wooly Plaid Trapper Hat, $150, Neiman Marcus: </a></b>Your burly outdoorsman will appreciate this toasty topper, and you&#8217;ll love the style.<br /><img alt="Noël Crewneck Sweater" height="200" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Jackspade/P2RU0742_400_1?%24s7productgrid%24" width="165"><br /><b><a href="http://www.jackspade.com/mens-designer-clothing/clothing,default,sc.html" target="_blank">6. Noel Crewneck Sweater, $250, Jack Spade: </a></b>This is the only Christmas sweater you should ever buy for anyone. Ever.</p>
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<p><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Talking-Heads-Vent-Haven-Portraits/dp/1938461002" target="_blank">7. Talking Heads: The Vent Haven Portraits by Matthew Rolston, $75, Amazon:</a> </b>Celebrity photographer Matthew Rolston turns his attention to an unlikely group of inanimate objects: the ventriloquist dummies at the Vent Haven Museum in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Quirky, yes, but oddly absorbing, this is a great gift for the proverbial guy-who-has-it-all.<br /><img alt="goldie-450" height="124" src="http://www.lapalinacigars.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/goldie-450.png" width="200"><br /><b><a href="http://www.lapalinacigars.com/" target="_blank">8. La Palina Cigars, prices vary: </a></b>I am not one to advocate smoking, but for the occasional celebration, these handmade, high-end cigars are a guaranteed guy-pleaser, and they are made by a century-old company that has been revived by the founder&#8217;s grandson.<br /><a href="http://pengallan.com/products/slim-fit-boxers" target="_blank"><img alt="Slim-Fit Boxers Navy-Gingham" src="http://pengallan.com/image/cache/data/Boxers/gingham%20front-180x180.jpg"></a><br /><a href="http://pengallan.com/products/slim-fit-boxers" target="_blank"><b>9. Pengallan Slim Fit Boxers, $80: </b></a>Finally, boxers that aren&#8217;t baggy. These sleek, stylish shorts keep a low profile, and don&#8217;t bunch up under his pants.<br /><a href="http://www.tods.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/16102/s/gommino-suede-driving-moccasins/category/8/" target="_blank"><img height="131" src="http://www.tods.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/766x502/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/x/x/xxm0gw00040re0303x-f-gommino-suede-driving-moccasins-navy-blue-dark-wine.jpg" width="200"></a><br /><b><a href="http://www.tods.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/16102/s/gommino-suede-driving-moccasins/category/8/" target="_blank">10. Tod&#8217;s Gommino Suede Driving Moccasins, $425:</a></b> Shoes do make the man, and these do it for me. Luxe and understated and just unique enough.</p>
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