California's first indoor waterpark, Great Wolf Lodge, is officially open in Garden Grove. We were invited to the grand opening for a unique staycation where we slid, played and ate well for the weekend. Best of all - access to the massive water park is included in your resort stay. Why an indoor water park in Socal? Why not? It's different, is open rain or shine. The water park is kept at a … [Read more...]
Hotel Review: Residence Inn by Marriott at LAX
We received a complimentary stay for the purposes of this post. All opinions are of the author's solely. Airport hotels generally score low on style, cleanliness and comfort points, but they do have one major redeeming factor -- their proximity to your flight's departure gate. Well, I have an exception to tell you about! The Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles at LAX/Century Boulevard is the … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Bring Hawaii Home With Netflix #StreamTeam
I am a Neflix Stream Team member. Hawaii! I've been dreaming of returning to this magical destination since my first visit last year. This idyllic setting was high on my travel bucket list and let me tell you that it did not disappoint. The moment I stepped off the plane with my daughter, we were greeted with sweet tropical smells and breezes, the warmth of the sun, and gracious smiles from … [Read more...]
Netflix: Blast From The Past #StreamTeam (+ 1 Year Netflix Giveaway)
I grew up watching rerun classic cartoons with the family. It was a favorite past-time. We rallied around the TV to view shows like Mighty Mouse, The Bullwinkle & Rocky Show, Underdog, Looney Tunes,and The Jetsons. I couldn't get enough of them! Another favorite cartoon I always found hilarious was Inspector Gadget. It ran for three years in the 80's, but was in syndication for years … [Read more...]
SpringHill Suites Marriott Downtown Oceanside Hotel Review
We received a complimentary stay for the purposes of this review. All thoughts and opinions are our own. Original photography by Teressa Burgess and may not be re-used, replicated or reposted without written permission of Sassy Mama in L.A. Visiting San Diego and looking for a place to stay? Then I can certainly recommend the SpringHill Suites Marriott Downtown Oceanside. On a recent trip with my … [Read more...]
One Is Not The Loneliest Number: Netflix May 2015 #StreamTeam
I am a member of the Netflix #StreamTeam. All opinions are my own. Everyone has a family, and each one is unique. My family is small. There are three of us - me, my husband and my daughter. If you include our dogs and fish, we are actually a family of six. I'm often asked why I only have one child and don't I want my daughter to have a sibling. It always surprises me to be asked these … [Read more...]
Not Gonna Lie- This Month On Netflix is Great! #StreamTeam
We are part of the Netflix #StreamTeam. However, all opinions are our own. I recently read an article on a study on how kids' lies could determine their successes later in life. Apparently, researchers think the ability to tell a convincing lie is a mark of intelligence. I don't know if that's true. But my daughter is pretty smart, so maybe her occasional lie is a sign of a highly functioning … [Read more...]
5 Top Lipstick Colors For Spring
Spring is the perfect opportunity to try new shades to brighten up your makeup. This season, smudged soft lips are in style. Go for natural, playful colors with sheers for the daytime, and mattes for the evenings for striking color! Choose brands that help hydrate your lips - something all our lips need, especially after a harsh winter! We tested out numerous shades of nudes (which never go out … [Read more...]
5 Delicious Grilled Sandwiches (Inspired by “Chef”) #StreamTeam
The Chef is an awesome movie to stream on Netflix this month especially if you love food and who doesn't? We’re all foodies at-heart. I promise, you'll love watching Chef Carl Casper (Jon Favreau) create mouth-watering grilled sandwiches, including a Miami favorite, the toasted Cuban Sandwich. I have to admit, I'm a huge sandwich fan. So, this movie inspired me try my hand at making the best … [Read more...]
Celebrating Our Fur Family This Month on Netflix #StreamTeam
Dogs are a part of the family! Our loyal companions give us their unconditional love, protection, wet kisses plus they keep us active. I could go on and on about the benefits of owning a dog! We have two- a 15 year old Yorkshire terrier who loves his nap time as well as an 11 year old Affenpinscher/Terrier mix who definitely thinks she's alpha girl but she's just a big softie with emotional issues … [Read more...]
