So New York Chica has been through yet another blog redesign. As a blogger, I feel a blog should be refreshed at least once a year. It makes for new content for those days we are having writer's block which happens to me way too often. But sometimes change is good. We all need that extra "oomph" to get our ideas out. Right? So I contacted Jacqui from Wacky Jacqui Designs and told her I was ready for another change (she designed my blog once before) and she was as usual, very helpful … [Read more...]
MVP #GenerationGo: My Favorite Kid-Friendly Recipe (& a $50 VISA Gift card Giveaway!)
August 5, 2011 by
If you missed last week’s post announcing my partnership with MVP Generation Go Program as one of their ambassadors, you can click HERE. I wouldn’t want you to miss any of these posts! As a MVP Generation Go Ambassador and a mom of three, there’s a bunch of healthy recipes that I enjoy making for my family but I'll share one that is very special. This week’s topic is all about healthy recipes and getting your kids involved in eating healthy. Having a daughter who is extremely picky, it’s … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Competition? (#linky)
August 3, 2011 by 23 Comments
What do you think? Was this a good idea for either one? I'm ecstatic Panera Bread is finally opening near me so I could care less! Have a Wordless Wednesday Post? Link up your post below. I would love to see your photo! And don’t forget to visit these participants as well: The Domestic Buzz, Momspective, Dear Crissy & 5 Minutes for Mom. … [Read more...]
Bob the Builder Splashworks at Splashdown Beach in Fishkill, NY
August 2, 2011 by 4 Comments
Not too long ago, I was invited to a media preview at Splashdown Beach in Fishkill, NY for the unveiling of their new Bob the Builder Splashworks section. Splashdown Beach is America's biggest little Waterpark located approximately 90 minutes away from New York City and 90 minutes away from Albany, NY. It's a fun adventure getaway for the whole family. Bob the Builder Splashworks is a 1,600-square-foot Bob the Builder themed spray and play area. It's the first, permanent play place at any … [Read more...]
Ramblings: Do You Know Who I like More?
August 1, 2011 by 6 Comments
That was the question that started a conversation between my six-year-old and I in my bedroom - "Do you know who I like more?" You know the saying, there's always a child a parent "likes" more than the other(s)? Well, as for me, that's not true. I love/like all my kids the same but differently because that's what they are -- different. Apparently my 6-year-old, my baby -- the one I carried for 9 months, likes one parent more than the other. The reason: I don't give into her requests for … [Read more...]
P&G Family Movie Night: “Who is Simon Miller?” Premieres August 6, 2011
July 29, 2011 by 2 Comments
P&G and Walmart have partnered together to create movies that families can watch together. As a mom of 3, it's often difficult to watch a movie that is age-appropriate for everyone, including my 6-year-old. There are times where we have to stop the movie right smack in the middle because of what was said or what they showed on the screen. Watching movies that are appropriate for the whole family always get a 2 thumbs up from me. "Who is Simon Miller?" is one of them. I was fortunate … [Read more...]
Exploring Your Local Community (Giveaway for $50 Visa Card!)
July 29, 2011 by
New and exciting things are happening fast here at New York Chica but I'm not complaining. This week I'm happy to announce that yours truly has been selected as an MVP Generation Go Ambassador by MVP Healthcare in the NorthEast. Let me explain what that is. MVP Generation Go program was formulated to help families get up, get outdoors and active and most importantly, live well. As an MVP Generation Go Ambassador (along with 7 other Northeast bloggers), I will post weekly on topics ranging … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: No More Pictures! (#Linky)
July 27, 2011 by 7 Comments
This is what happens when they want me to stop taking pictures. :/ Have a Wordless Wednesday Post? Link up your post below. I would love to see your photo! And don’t forget to visit these participants as well: The Domestic Buzz, Momspective, Dear Crissy & 5 Minutes for Mom. … [Read more...]
Perfect Pairing: Frito-Lays and Delectable Dips with Friends
July 25, 2011 by
Last week, my daughters and I ventured out to Suzanne's place in Queens, N.Y. to meet up with some of the New York based bloggers for a get-together sponsored by Frito-Lays. Any meet-up with chips accompanied by some delectable dips are always a good thing when paired together, in my opinion. If you haven't noticed, last week's weather was brutal with temps hitting high 90's and feeling like triple digits but thankfully Suzanne had a water table out and a bouncy house for the kiddies and … [Read more...]
A Twitter Party with VCA Animal Hospital (lots of prizes!) #VCApets
July 22, 2011 by Leave a Comment
If you have a pet, then you'll be quite interested in a Twitter Party that involves important information on how to care for your special pet and get your hands on some pretty cool prizes. VCA's Veterinarian/Pet health Expert, Dr. Donna Spector, will be on-hand answering any fur-questions you may have. Details: Stilletto Media's First Twitter Party Tuesday, July 26, 2011 Time: 7-8:30 pm, EST You MUST RSVP on Latina On a Mission’s blog. Twitter: Customized Tweetgrid Visit VCA … [Read more...]
