Los Angeles Zoo Membership: 20% off Discount/Key Code

Today we went on an adventure. 

WE WENT TO THE LA ZOO!!! 

It was the first time little man had gone to the zoo. We usually take him to PetSmart and act like its the zoo and look at all the animals. He loves animals!! We even have a dog park close by and he already knows the way there by himself. When we go out for a walk, he walks straight to the park.

At the zoo we saw elephants, fishes, snakes, hippos and so much more. He totally loved it. He walked around, tried talking to the animals and even wanted to go touch the animals. He loved everything there. He even enjoyed watching all the other children around. 

20% off any membership + a free plush animal

Discount Code: 11702MMW

code only for online purchase, also must be manually typed in (do not cut and paste)

• Individual (20% discount + mini plush animal)  + $44.00
• Ind. Plus (20% discount + mini plush animal)  + $64.00
• Family (20% off + bonus $5 off + mini plush animal)  + $107.00
• Family Deluxe (20% off + bonus $5 off + mini plush animal & tote bag)  + $139.00
• Contributing Associate (20% discount + bonus $5 off + mini plush animal & tote bag)  + $235.00
• Wildlife Associate (20% discount + bonus $5 off + mini plush animal & tote bag)  + $395.00
• Conservation Associate (20% discount + bonus $5 off + mini plush animal & tote bag)  + $795.00

Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association

5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027

323-644-4759

Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser Review

Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser 

Moisturizing Deep Cleanser & Makeup Remover

Unlike ordinary cleansers, POND’S® Cold Cream Cleanser is actually 50% moisturizer. It deep cleans and removes dirt and makeup, even stubborn waterproof mascara, while infusing your skin with vital moisture - all in one easy routine.  For clean, soft and glowing skin, put your trust in a classic – POND’S® Cold Cream Cleanser.

How to Use

Apply POND’S® Cold Cream Cleanser gently to skin, wipe with wet washcloth, and rinse if desired.

Essential Features

• Dermatologist tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Suitable for sensitive skin
• Won't clog pores 

Key Ingredients

Mineral Oil - Effectively removes makeup from skin’s surface.

Beeswax - A moisturizer known to prevent moisture from leaving the skin.

What is cold cream for faces?

Cold cream has been around for centuries but sad to say I am just discovering about them. It is the ultimate all-in-one cleanser, makeup remover and moisturizer (which my skin has been looking for during this dry season). "Cold" is simply a reference to the cooling sensation it causes after being applied.

I love how this product feels on my dry skin. After I wash my face with Pond's my skin still feels so soft. This cleanser does not dry out my skin. Does not remove all the good oils from my skin.

This is the wet washcloth after using Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser.

As you can see it has removed all of my makeup; including my eye makeup. I am so glad I was able to receive this free sample of Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser from PinchMe. I for sure will have to go purchase more. Price ranges from $7 to $10. You can find them at Target, CVS, Walgreen and Walmart.

Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser will be replacing my night time cleanser.

Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bread

Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bread

Ingredients
     For the Oatmeal Bake

• 1/2 cup peanut butter (I used crunchy but you can use creamy too)
• 2 - 4 tbsp honey
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
• 2 eggs
• 1.5 cups milk
• 2.2 cups quick oats
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1.5 tsp baking powder
• .2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 cup peanut butter chips (I didn't use this because I used the crunchy peanut butter)

     For the Syrup

• 1/3 cup maple syrup (I used less then 1/4 Cup)
• 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray an 8x8 (I used 6x11) inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut better, honey, bananas and eggs. Carefully whisk in milk.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together oats, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Stir in wet ingredients. Stir in peanut butter chips.
4. Pour batter into prepared dish. Bake for 20 - 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
5. Remove to a wire rack to cool for about 10 minutes
6. While oatmeal bake is cooling, prepare peanut butter maple syrup by whisking together peanut butter and syrup until combined
7. Cut oatmeal bake into pieces and drizzle syrup over the top and decorate with fresh cut bananas (optional)

Baby's First Valentine's Day Card

Baby's 1st Valentine's Greeting Card
by Celebration4all

Baby's First Valentine's Day - Heart Cupcake Card
by xgdesignsnyc

Baby's First Valentine's Greeting Card
by Celebration4all

Baby's First Valentine's Day, Elephant & Hearts Card
by MyCornerCreations

Girl Bear 1st Valentine's Day Postcard
by valentines_store

Darling Daughter Valentine's Greeting Card
by Celebration4all

Baby's First Valentine's Greeting Card
by Celebration4all

Potato and Butternut Squash Tots

Do you have a picky eater like my son? My one year old doesn't want to eat anything with a spoon. Even if I give him finger food and he doesn't like the texture, he wont even try the taste. It just ends up on the floor.

But I made this Potato and Butternut Squash the other day and he loved it!!! I didn't have a chance to take picture but here is the recipe. I will make sure to have picture for my next batch... 😊

Ingredients:

• 2 cups potato, peeled
• 2 cups butternut squash, peeled
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 1.5 tbsp flour
• 1/2 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 tsp dried mixed herbs
• 1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs

Direction:

1. Chop the butternut squash and potato into small bite size. In a large saucepan boil water and cook the potato and butternut squash for approx 10 minutes until soft.
2. Drain the potato and butternut squash completely and return to the saucepan. Mash with hand masher and then add cheese, flour, garlic and herbs and mix well. (you can also season with salt and pepper)
3. Let the potato and butternut squash to cool. 
4. Spray a baking sheet with Cooking Spray. Sprinkle half the dried breadcrumbs and layer the potato and butternut squash a very thin layer to make it crispy.
5. Pre-heat own to 350. Bake for 30 minutes. Then lower heat to 200 degree and bake additional to make crispy. 

**I make them thin and crispy because thats the only way my son eats anything but you can shape them thicker and don't have to bake as much.

**You can also shape them like Potato Tots and fry them for about 3 to 4 minutes

Buying Baby a Gift for Valentine's Day?

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Are you doing anything special for your child, spouse or family?

Do you buy a Valentine's Day gift for your baby or just your spouse?

Are you going to have a Valentine's Day Photo Shoot for your baby?

Baby's 1st Valentine's Greeting Card
by Celebration4all

Love Puzzle
by LulusLand

Little Girls Puzzle
by LulusLand

Little Girls with Hearts Puzzle
by LulusLand

Red Fairy Bib
by LulusLand

Little Man is ONE!!!!

I can't believe that a whole year has passed already. My little guy is all grown up (well not really but in my eyes he is so much bigger now).

We did his birthday last weekend and we had about 100 of our family and friends there to celebrate with us. Everything turned out great. His birthday theme was Mr. One-derful. I loved it!!! it was so different. Even when I went to order his birthday cake the lady there kept asking me am I sure that's what I want for a one year old's birthday.

Here is the adorable invitations I made.

And here is the amazing cake... Yumm...

Even the centerpieces I had created where not the typical 1 year old's birthday theme but everything was so elegant. It was all gold vases with a black bow tie and a mini top hat on the flowers.

Here is the overall dessert table... which I am not going to lie... I am very proud of... 

Here are close up of all the pastries:

bow tie and tie cookies

cake pops

brownies with adorable gold bows

I had ordered his cake from Vrej Pastry in Pasadena, CA

          If you love Armenian, Middle Eastern Pastries you must stop by and try all their yummy sweets.

Vrej Pastry

1074 Allen Ave

Pasadena, CA 91104

I had the rest of the desserts made by a lovely mom : Shushan Gezalian - L.M.D Designs

Shushan Gezalian - L.M.D Designs

626-833-5200 Los Angeles Areas