Someone with a love for vintage camera's took cookies to a new level.
http://etsy.me/nGrsvx

Via http://www.unplggd.com/

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In know where I will be on September 13TH - Hitting my local Target
store to get my hands on some Missoni.
http://bit.ly/oOw8qs

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I never thought I would have to write about this topic, let alone perform first aid for choking - A mother's worst nightmare, a choking toddler. My two year old was eating a piece of chicken and started to choke. She was gasping for breath as she turned a shade of blue. Thank goodness I had taken a first aid and CPR class when my eldest was born. But good heavens that was 12 year ago. Mother's instinct kicked in. Everything went quiet as I grab my child like a rag doll, turned her upside down and began pounding her back. Trying to stay calm, I performed each each step. Thought flashing through my head "Am I doing this correctly?" Eventually, she threw up and took a breath. Made me think - we need to do a refresher course ASAP!

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Finally, I am back on the air, YES! After ten months of focusing on my family and my advocacy work for public education in California I am back. My long hiatus from blogging about all things important was much needed in order for me to reflect and figure somethings out. Shortly before my last blog, I turned forty, had my forth child and became immersed in the fight for public education in California. Something had to give, and unfortunately it was my blog. MommyHype followers thanks for sticking with me through my down time. Now, that I am back, I look forward to bringing you all new and exciting products, ideas, advise, stories and more. Stay tuned.

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Tired of your mommy work out gear, check out Heidi Klum for New
Balance collection. Exclusively at Amazon
HKNB Heidi Klum for New Balance Womens Project Runway Pant With Inserts

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I just want to jump into this photo and gobble everything up.
http://blog.amyatlas.com/

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Red Velvet Hot Chocolate

1 red beet, peeled and sliced
2 cups milk
2-4 Tbsp. cocoa
2-4 Tbsp. honey, or to taste

In a medium saucepan, bring the beet and milk to a gentle simmer; it
should steam on the surface and turn bright pink, but not boil.
Meanwhile, stir the cocoa and honey together in a small dish to make a
thick paste.

When the milk is hot, scoop out the beet slices with a slotted spoon
and discard or set aside for another use. Whisk the cocoa-honey
mixture into the milk and serve hot, topped with marshmallows to help
show off its red color and smooth texture.

Via tastespotting.com

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I am always looking for great birthday gifts - this is my latest find.

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My ten year daughter is enthusiastic about baking. We can across this
delicious recipe - we had to leave out the walnuts due to a nut
allergy. It was still scrumptious.

1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
2 cups mashed banana (approximately 4 large bananas)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup buttermilk*
1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In the bowl of a mixer, cream the butter
and sugar.  Add the mashed bananas and mix; then add the eggs, one at
a time, and mix. Finally, add the vanilla and give the mixer a turn
one more time.

In a separate bowl mix the flour, baking soda, sea salt, cinnamon and
cardamom with a whisk.  Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture
and mix.  Then, pour in the buttermilk and mix until just blended.
Last, fold in the chopped hazelnuts, before pouring evenly into loaf
pans.  This recipe makes one large loaf and 2 mini loaves, or 4 mini
loaves.

Place in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, depending on the size of
the loaf and on your oven (it’s best to keep tabs on the bread as I’ve
noticed different ovens make for different cooking times). When a
knife inserted comes out clean (no batter, just crumbs), then the
bread is done.  Once this happens, cook the loaves, in their pans, for
10 minutes on a wire rack.  Then, release the loaf from the pan (by
turning the loaf over) and allow the banana bread to cool completely.
Enjoy!  It’s excellent with butter or even a little cream cheese.

* If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, opt for this easy
substitution.  Place 1 tablespoon white vinegar into a liquid
measuring cup.  Add enough milk to equal one cup.  Allow the liquid to
sit at room temperature, on the counter, for at least 10 minutes.

Via www.zupas.com

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So simple and silly.
http://rompstore.com

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So, I was just having a browse on amazon.com the other day (as one
does) and I happened upon this little beauty. Made exclusively for the
iconic store, the HaPe E-Racer will appeal to style mavens, speed
freaks and eco warriors alike. The car’s green credentials are
impeccable: it’s made from a single sheet of renewable bamboo and
decorated with non-toxic, water-based paints.

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Never thought I would see it - Airplane Food placemats by Fred &
Friends will give kids a good reason to fly through dinner. These
bright retro-styled placemats turn into supersonic paper planes with a
couple of quick folds – those colour-in placemats look ho-hum compared
to these beauties. For parents who take on the role of air-traffic
controllers, just try to make sure dinner is done before take-off.
http://www.coolstuffexpress.com/

Via babyology.com.au

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The Green Toys line is expanding - Green Eats, eco friendly tableware
for kids coming 2011.
http://www.greentoys.com

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This Halloween, skip the plastic pumpkin (that is if you haven't
bought one already) - Make a super cool glow in the dark trick or
treat bag.
http://news.holidash.com/2010/10/01/diy-glowing-trick-or-treat-bags/

Via http://www.lmnop.com.au

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Interchangeable bath toy cup set coming soon from Boon.
http://www.booninc.com

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These spooky sweets are sure to get you in the spirit.

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In an effort to quell the hunger in third world countries, aid relief
boxes are sent in by organizations like the UN, UNICEF, and the Red
Cross. But what happens to the boxes after? Could they be reused for a
good cause?

To provide kids with a temporary escape from their tough lives, Unplug
Design Studio have conceptualized aid relief boxes with patterns that,
when followed and assembled, become sturdy paper soccer balls. For
children living in countries like Tanzania, Rwanda, Congo, and
Somalia, the Dream Ball Project provides them a short break from the
war, poverty, and natural disasters that are ever so present in their
lives.
Via http://babyology.com.au

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Whether you are 5 or 45 looking for a fun fix, or just trying to keep your kids busy while waiting in line at the post office. Check out these apps.
Fruit Ninja
http://bit.ly/c7rcPo
Sound Shaker
http://bit.ly/aZZvgF
Intro to Letters
http://bit.ly/cPDBFC
Eliss
http://bit.ly/aNg1V6
Doodle Jump
http://bit.ly/1duKhP

Via http://mylifescoop.com

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The perfect baby gift the 100% organic cotton celestial sleep sacks and caps.
http://entertainingelephants.com/

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Think you can’t go green and have fun at the same time?  Ecopetts is
the coolest new way to do both and we have exclusive access with 50
invites just for Mommyhype readers.  You can help one of these
adorable icons of environmental impact and make it yours.  How?
Ecopetts ties your real-world actions (aka challenges) to how well
your pett and their environment are doing. You can do it with your
friends via Facebook, see how you compare and the combined impact
you’re having on the environment. It’s a fun way to make a real
impact. Grab an invite and check it out.

http://ecopetts.formativelabs.com/mommyhype

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