Happy Mommy's Day to all the mothers, grandmothers, aunts, sisters, daughters (and dads) out there that have been a "mom" to someone at one time or another in their lives! Have a blessed, relaxed day! … [Read more...]
May 13, 2012
Review: Otter 501 ~ Great Family Movie!
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My family and I had the chance this past week to watch a screening copy of the new movie, Otter 501, just released yesterday! We love our "family fun nights," which are usually on Friday, and always includes watching at least one or two movies! I have to say.. we really enjoyed this adorable, family-friendly movie. In fact, our youngest daughter has decided she wants one of her own! … [Read more...]
May 12, 2012
It’s Supahstah Saturday: Meet Bri from Eco Baby Mama Drama
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If you've been a follower of Mother of Pearl It Is for a while, you may recall my weekly feature called Supahstah Saturday! If not, you can find out more about it here in my introduction of Supahstah Saturday feature, which began just a little over two years ago. :) I've decided to "blow the dust off" the Supahstah Saturday feature, and will be bringing you a new … [Read more...]
May 11, 2012
Blackened Pork Chops with Mango-Pineapple Salsa
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Grilling out is most definitely one of our family's favorite pastimes. We enjoy it year-round, and most days throughout the spring and summer. I was pleasantly surprised to be chosen to participate in a Dole campaign for the Glam author program. When it comes to food brands, I am a loyal Dole fan. I can always count on great quality and taste from Dole products, whether fresh, canned, or … [Read more...]
May 9, 2012
Wordless Wednesday: My Hawaiian Princesses
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My granddaughters are what some would call "Irish Twins." They were born exactly 11 months apart to the day... March 28th and April 28th. We celebrated their birthdays this past Saturday with a Luau themed party! The youngest (on the right) is now 4 and the oldest just turned 5 last week. People ask all the time if they're twins... if it wasn't for their height difference (and … [Read more...]
May 8, 2012
Giveaway: Conceive Easy (TTC) Starter Kit
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I love and adore all 5 of my children, but am not looking to have any more. Even if I was still able to conceive, I'm just not as "young and spry" as I used to be... PLUS I have grand kiddos now! That's plenty of "baby" for me. :) I do, however, have several good friends that are either newly married or are now established in their careers and are looking to … [Read more...]
May 5, 2012
Cinco De Mayo Recipe: Avocado-Black Bean Salsa
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Happy Cinco De Mayo! I'm not Mexican (I'm actually half-Cuban), but I will take any excuse to throw a party.. especially one that involves yummy food! :) Especially Mexican food.. I LOVE it! This deliciously spicy recipe for Avocado-Black Bean Salsa is one of my all-time favorites! I found it a while back and it's absolutely scrumptious, very simple to make, and even rather healthy! … [Read more...]
May 4, 2012
My Ultimate Mother’s Day Wish List
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Mother's Day is next Sunday.. a day that I treasure! Why? Because I seriously have an awesome hubby, kiddos, and grandbabies that do everything they can to make my day special. Yes, it's only one day out of the year, but it's MY day.. and they know it. ;) Want to see what my perfect day would consist of? These are just a few of my very favorite things in the whole wide world.. … [Read more...]
May 4, 2012
O, the Oprah Magazine: Get a 1-Year Subscription for $10
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Purex has teamed up with O, The Oprah Magazine to bring you an amazing deal! For a limited time, get a 1-year subscription to check out the hottest fashions, beauty tips, health and relationship issues, recipes, entertainment news, and more! That's 12 ISSUES for only $10! Mother's Day is right around the corner.. this would make an awesome, thoughtful gift for any mom, aunt, … [Read more...]
May 3, 2012
Atlanta Bound with Coca-Cola #cclp
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Somebody pinch me PLEASE... I think I may be dreaming!! Imagine my surprise total shock when I received an exclusive invite from Coca-Cola (yes, THE Coca-Cola) to travel to their Atlanta headquarters for the third "Conversations with Coca-Cola" conference. Let me tell ya ... I could barely contain myself when I first peeped the email invite and saw that it was … [Read more...]
I'm Tree (aka Mother of Pearl), hence the blog name. MOPII is a mish-mash of our family's crazy antics, reviews, giveaways, and more!
