Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Greater Los Angeles, CA

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I can see myself!

January 13, 2009

With January being high time to take stock of what the past year has brought us and to plan for the best in the coming year, it's no surprise that we parents can get preoccupied with self-reflection. Some of that must rub off on our perceptive children. I know I've spent a few extra moments looking in the mirror to wish away the new lines I see there. My children can't possibly comprehend why -  Read more...

When It's Urgent But Not An Emergency

October 06, 2008

Our kids have a great pediatrician's office just a short drive away, without traffic. With traffic it's a different story - there's no freeway involved, but to get there we must take major surface streets near the 101/405 junction, and everyone knows that area is a traffic snarl best avoided if possible. During office hours, if one of our kids is sick or injured, driving them there in  Read more...

Top Five Posts You Haven't Read

September 30, 2008

Since today is my birthday (yes, it is, thank you!) I am taking a moment to celebrate this blog. Also, it's the topic for today's list - click on the city guide drop down box and you'll see the other cities did the same thing. It's all about our own favorite posts. I'm shining the spotlight on some entries that I did before lots of people started reading. If you are a member of my family  Read more...

All About Mom and Dad: Happy Feet

June 20, 2008

There is a new hidden gem in The Valley that will knock your socks offliterally. I've been there, I've experienced it, and I hope you hurry to get there too. Nestled in the corner of a Vons shopping center at the corner of Mason and Devonshire in Chatsworth, Super Relax is a brand-spanking-new Chinese massage therapy center. For the entire month of June they are  Read more...

Valley Girl With a Diaper Bag

May 16, 2008

As a 25-year-old single transplant from the east coast, my Los Angeles used to be happy hour, casual dress, long days at the beach, long hours sitting in traffic. Then I got married, and the romance of the city embraced me. Evenings at the beach on a blanket snuggling under the stars. Walking in Hollywood holding hands. Meeting at happy hour, sharing appetizers, staying for  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in greater los angeles

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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