Our website is "in labor"

Just days...hours...away from the new year, its a great time to start thinking about those pesky new year resolutions. This year, my resolution for the store is to get our new website up. This has been on my "to-do" list for way too long. But some other big things got priority this year (like taking over sole ownership of the store & a little baby girl). So I am making this vow, to the public that the year of 2009 will be the year for HullaBaloo's new website.

As you may, or may not know, in my "past life" or as I say my "nine-to-five job" I worked in advertising as an art director. So this website project is another hat for me to wear. Since this is where the four-ish years of college can pay off, its something that I can not...and do not want...to pass off to someone else. With that being said, its going to be a big project for me in the upcoming months. But with the new spring lines coming in soon, its perfect timing!

So, in the meantime, please excuse us while our site is "in labor" and please continue coming to the blog to get information about sales, in-store events & promotions.

"Mom, Is There Really a Santa??"

On the eve of Christmas Eve, I thought this would be a fitting topic...also inspired by an article in Parenting magazine. This question is right up there with "mommy how does the baby come out" that I got this summer. Our family has 10 & 13 year old cousins, so this is how we handle the truth about Santa. First of all, when it comes to the tough questions my mom believes in the old motto, answer their question with a question like "what do you think" or "why, what have you heard", to get a gage on their knowledge. Then, really only answer their question not giving away anymore info than necessary. Once the truth comes out, we explain that we haven't really been lying all these years. That we believe in the story of St. Nick and we think that keeping that story alive and keeping the spirit of Christmas alive is a great and special thing. We then welcome them into our 'we know club' to make them feel special. THEN we scare them with the fact that if they are responsible for spoiling the truth for any other child, they will not get anything for Christmas...now that they know that mom & dad can control what they can & can't get...we figure a little fear goes a long way!

Hopefully we're a few years away from hearing this dreaded question...until then - we believe! From our family to yours, we wish everyone a magical holiday season...CHEERS!

30% off all Holiday Maternity

'Tis the season! Even if you might not be feeling to festive, maybe a little sassy top will help. Right now HullaBaloo has all their maternity at 30% off! Pick up something snappy casual perfect for the holidays but versitile enough to wear after the new year with a basic black pant or jean.

Moms can't call in sick!

So there are very few times that I miss life before the girls. One of those times is now, when I am sick. Because there is no "calling in" to lay in bed all day. Its still up & at 'em as usual. AND even IF I were to have daddy stay home from work so that I could get some rest...I would hear the little voice of a 4 year-old in the sweetest, most caring voice say "mommy, has a cold she needs to rest" 3 inches from my bed which of course would be interrupting my "rest". But it would make me smile & remember that is why I love being a mom!

So all you moms, raise your capfull of Vicks DayQuil & make a toast to the cold season...CHEERS!

Thanksgiving. Shopping. Sales.

I have to admit, I'm a big sucker for the "Black Friday" sale shopping - I'm not sure how it ever got named that!! Every year after our turkey dinner, my mom, sister & I study all the sale circulars...make lists & decide who is going where at 6am!!

So this year, in honor of our wonderful economy, I've decided to have the biggest Thanksgiving weekend sale we've ever have had at HullaBaloo!! If your on one email list, you should have received some great coupons for great freebies! Not to mention our in-store sales like an additional 40% already reduced in-season sale items. But this one starts on Wednesday...to give your shopping a head start...and only lasts until Saturday. SO don't miss it!!

Santa is coming to town!

This weekend is downtown Royal Oak's annual Holiday Magic Parade! Bundle up warm & grab a cup of hot cocoa, grab a spot on Washington Ave. to help welcome Santa to town! The parade starts at 10a.m., with visits with Santa at Stagecrafters from 11-1:00 and free parking until 2:00.

AnnaBanana is Coming to HullaBaloo.

Capture your little one's hand or footprints in a custom ceramic keepsake. Just in time for the holidays, these keepsakes are a great gift idea for moms, grandmas or aunts.

AnnaBanana, a local artist is coming to HullaBaloo for an in-store event on saturday november 8th form 11-1:00. Appointments are strongly suggest, please call the store for more details 248.398.8890