by La Jolla Mom on March 14, 2010
Year round, the Whole Planet Foundation, a nonprofit organization established by Whole Foods Market raises money for micro-lending in developing countries where Whole Foods Market sources products.
Through March 31st, Whole Foods Market is encouraging customers to donate to this worthy cause. A majority of the funds have gone to women in Mexico, Haiti, Peru, [...]
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by La Jolla Mom on January 6, 2010
When I saw this on sale at BevMo, I had to buy it. I’ve been meaning too try these wines anyway, because if I can save the world while drinking wine, why would I NOT do that?
50% of proceeds are donated to partner charities. One Hope originally began their focus on Breast Cancer, Autism and [...]
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White Wine Under $15,
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Wine Wednesday
by La Jolla Mom on December 29, 2009
I wish I had taken more photos but as you probably know, with a toddler in tow, it’s a little hectic staying on top of things. Lots of kids came and had a great time. Thanks again to Mad Science of San Diego, Kid Ventures and Extreme Pizza La Jolla for their generous donations. I [...]
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Kids,
La Jolla,
Stacey'z
by La Jolla Mom on December 7, 2009
I don’t see many people outside washing their cars anymore. This might be due to the mandatory water restrictions we now have in San Diego, but I certainly don’t miss the gushing gutter water flowing down our street. In San Diego, you can still wash your car at home before 10am and after 4pm with a [...]
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by La Jolla Mom on November 24, 2009
Do your Holiday Shopping and help FEED the children of the world! Not too long ago, La Jolla Girl’s Aunt sent her a FEED 5 Bear. His name is Plumpy and boy does she love him and laugh every time anyone says “Plumpy”. He’s big and it’s funny to watch her carry him around the [...]
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Christmas,
Holiday Shopping,
Holidays,
Shopping
by La Jolla Mom on October 2, 2009
You probably already know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a cause near and dear to me because my mother is a survivor. I love to support good causes when I shop and I’ve already read a ton of great breast cancer related posts. I’d like to aggregate any relevant links to cool [...]
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Shopping
by La Jolla Mom on October 2, 2009
The Elks Lodge Encinitas is holding a Celebrity Golf Tournament at Twin Oaks Golf Course, San Marcos. Proceeds will benefit Circle of Friends and another charity called Welcome Home. I’ve actually played golf at Twin Oaks in different charity tournament and had a blast doing it.
Circle of Friends has two facilities in Escondido that provide safe [...]
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San Diego
by La Jolla Mom on August 24, 2009
The sweet bear in this swimming pool was once stuck in a metal cage not much larger than it’s body, unable to move, never once let out, for years and years. I can’t remember his or her name or story in particular but I love this photo for many reasons. This bear was rescued and there [...]
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