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Feeling Under the Weather this Cold Season? These Two Items are a Must-Buy!

December 5, 2024 By Leave a Comment
I love this one!

Warm Pals

MSRP: $26.95

The ultimate warm hugs meet icy cool relief with Warm Pals! These clever plushies feature internal packs that can be either warmed or chilled to provide soothing comfort for achy days. Simply snuggle up with a refreshingly cool Warm Pal to instantly calm bumps, bruises, fevers, and insect bites on summer days.

I tried this one out warmed up since it has been cold lately and love it! Both children and adults will love these plushies!

You can purchase on Amazon.com.

This is a Must-Buy!

GoodCook Healthy Ceramic 2 Quart Saucepan with Lid.

MSRP: $20.99

Bring premium cookware to your home kitchen with the GoodCook Healthy Ceramic Titanium-Infused 2-Quart Sauce Pan. Designed especially for home cooks, this nonstick saucepan is ideal for a variety of cooking tasks such as simmering soups and sauces, boiling potatoes, cooking pasta and rice, and much more. With a titanium-infused ceramic nonstick surface, this kitchen pan allows you to cook with less oil and butter for healthier meals while ensuring an excellent mess-free release, even for the stickiest of foods. It distributes heat evenly for the best results and is safe for all stovetops (including induction), and it features an ergonomic soft touch, stay cool handle for optimal comfort and control as you cook. Constructed with a heavy-gauge, sturdy aluminum body with a coating free of PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, LEAD, and CADMIUM, this durable saucepan withstands years of quality use and healthier cooking. Additionally, the trendy matte light blue exterior and sophisticated light beige interior with gray speckles add luxurious style to any home’s kitchen, and the tempered glass lid allows you to watch your food as it cooks while keeping it covered.

It is also available on Amazon.com.

Both would also make wonderful holiday gifts!

Self Disclosure: I received free samples of the above items to facilitate this post. Images were also provided.

Filed Under: Featured Products of the Week

Book of the Week: Tim Burton Meets Pixar’s UP in Heartwarming Picture Book For Plant Lovers ‘Grown With Love’

December 5, 2024 By Leave a Comment
This is a fun book to read!
A boy with the greenest of thumbs works to unlock the mystery behind his elderly neighbor’s inability to keep a plant alive and to find her the perfect botanical companion in this sweet picture book for fans of Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden and When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree.

Oliver is a proud plant-grafter and scientist who uses his verdant know-how to help his community by pairing all his neighbors with the most useful plant. He grows the Climatis Enduris for Mr. Finch to keep him dry, the Housum Immaculatis to help Mrs. Kulp stay on top of her chores, and the Shrub Architectis for Ms. Lloyd to keep her dog fenced in.

But Oliver’s trickiest customer is Mrs. Kroftombottom, who cannot keep a plant alive no matter how hard she tries. Oliver makes it his mission to grow some greenery that she can maintain, using the scientific method to determine what’s gone wrong in her garden. Can he unlock the secret ingredient that will allow her plants—and Mrs. Kroftombottom herself—to flourish?
Author Bio
Valeria Wicker is the author-illustrator of The Ugly Doodles, Grown with Love, and The Knight Snacker, as well as the illustrator for the graphic novel The Runaway’s Diary written by James Patterson. She was born and raised in Italy and graduated with a degree in fashion design from IPS Virginia Woolf, an Italian art institute. She immigrated to the United States when she was twenty years old. When she’s not illustrating, she spends time gardening, woodcarving, making pottery, restoring old furniture, and spending time on her latest personal project: turning her backyard woods into a fairy-filled woodland forest.

I like that this book is fun to read but is also educational! It is available now!

Self Disclosure: I received a free copy of the book to facilitate this featured book post. Cover image was also provided.

Filed Under: Media Reviews

Hardy, Dec. 6th Pet of the Week

December 5, 2024 By Leave a Comment
AWWWWW! Sooo Cute! He would love a forever home for Christmas!

Hardy is one of the many pets who fled in terror from holiday fireworks and was lucky enough to find shelter at Long Beach Animal Care Services. He came in on July 5 and has been there ever since, because unlike other lost pets, his owners never came in to claim him. He’s just a year old! Hardy has begun to run in circles in his kennel—it’s called spinning—because huskies need to be out and about. When he goes for walks or plays in the yard, he’s delighted and ready to make friends with humans and other dogs. He’s even passed his “driving test,” meaning that he’s shown himself to be comfortable riding as a passenger in a vehicle. Now, a lucky adopter will have no problem getting Hardy home! Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Hardy or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors. Ask for ID#A723920.

Filed Under: Pet Corner

Winter Wonderland by The Sea Returns, Coastal Christmas, Returning to Del Mar This December

December 5, 2024 By Leave a Comment
San Diego’s Favorite Holiday Experience Returns with Twinkling Lights, Pop-up Bars, a Holiday Wine Walk, Glice® Skating, a Holiday Market and Much More this December.

The holidays are about to get a whole lot brighter at the Del Mar Fairgrounds with the return of Coastal Christmas Holiday Light Spectacular! Kicking off Friday, December 13, and running for select dates through December 26, this 8-day festive and immersive light display features shimmering lights and brings winter cheer to the beautiful California coast. 

Coastal Christmas invites guests to step into their winter wonderland for a sparkling holiday escape filled with fun for the whole family. Revel in festive activities with friends and family that capture the true essence of the cheer-filled season. Stroll through dazzling light displays, glide across an eco-friendly Glice® rink, and enjoy delicious festive treats. Pick out thoughtful and unique gifts for loved ones at the Holiday Market while the kids bounce around Frosty’s Fun Zone. No Christmas experience would be complete without a visit from Santa, and Coastal Christmas offers free photo opportunities with jolly old Saint Nick himself. 

“Coastal Christmas is more than just an event—it’s an experience that brings the joy of the season to the shores of Del Mar,” says Vincenzo Giammanco, Founder and CEO of CBF Productions. “We’re thrilled to bring families and friends together in such a beautiful setting, and we’re confident this will become a beloved tradition for years to come.”

Guests can jump into the holiday cheer and enjoy themed drinks and spirits at the Tipsy Elf Bar and Mistletoe Lounge or mosey on over to the Holiday Wine Walk on select nights to sample delightful wines. Those seeking a more private experience can reserve their very own Igloo or Fire Pit Table, complete with personal drink service, making for an extra special evening. In the spirit of the season, Coastal Christmas is proud to give back to the community with special promotional nights including Military Appreciation Night, First Responders Night, Teacher Appreciation Night, and more. 

Make sure to check out the website for additional details and secure your tickets to Coastal Christmas. Tickets are available now and start at $12.95 for children 4-12 and $19.95 for adults. Children ages 3 and under are free. Tickets for the Holiday Wine Walk are $49.99 and guests must be 21+ with Valid ID to participate. Operating hours are from 4 PM – 9 PM. For more information on Coastal Christmas, including special promotional nights, please visit www.coastalchristmasdelmar.com. 

Credit: Coastal Christmas.

Filed Under: SoCal City Kids News