Mother's Day Guest Blog: "Mothering Us" When We Need It

(Guest blog from Valerie, of Bears & More) Mother’s Day. I’m not what would be considered a mushy person. I avoid lovey dovey greeting cards like the plague. Short and sweet, to the point, no fuss – that’s my style. But my mom on the other hand, the cards she gives me for every occasion are (in my…

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Gershwin and Grofe: In the Maestro's Words

Guest blog thanks to Maestro Cal Kellogg, West Valley Symphony . This weekend's performances of George Gershwin's Cuban Overture and American in Paris come from a very personal place to the composer. While on vacation in Cuba, Gershwin became fascinated by the driving rhythm of the Rumba. The result…

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Pink House Boutique is Fit for a Fairytale Party

Guest blog by Danica, of Pink House Boutique What little girl doesn’t dream about being a princess? Living in a castle, and one day finding her prince charming? With so many fairytale princess characters to choose from: Cinderella, Snow White, Mulan, Jasmine, Ariel, - as far as dressing up goes…

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