Celebrating Family

Solo: A Star Wars Story (Spoiler-Free Review)

Solo: A Star Wars Story is more than an origin story. It is a gift to true Star Wars fans. Keep reading for my spoiler-free family-focused review. In my opinion, Han Solo is an American icon. I have been watching Solo in Star Wars movies my whole life so when he died in The Force Awakens, I … [Read More...]

6 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Dairy Intake

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ProgressIsPerfection #CBias #CollectiveBias As a vegetarian, I try my best to maintain a plant-based diet. Dairy is still a part of my diet, but I am working to reduce my dairy intake. I … [Read More...]

A Place for the Boys: Boy Scouts in the Modern Era

Since I am a former Cub Scout leader with a son in Boy Scouts, a lot of people have asked me what I think of all the changes going on in Boy Scouts of America. I typed this earlier today to share on my Facebook page, but decided to share it here instead. I think the male-only element of Boy … [Read More...]

Avengers: Infinity War (Spoiler-Free Review)

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been embedding itself into American culture and modern folklore for the last 10 years. Everything has been leading up to this moment. Keep reading for my spoiler-free and family-focused review of Avengers: Infinity War. Avengers: Infinity War brings together … [Read More...]

Pompeii: The Exhibition

Pompeii: The Exhibition is at the Arizona Science Center through May 28, 2018. You have heard the story before. In 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted and completely wiped out Pompeii. It was surely a day of terror and chaos that one shudders to think about. It is hard to imagine what that day was like … [Read More...]

Photowall – Wall Murals, Photo Wallpapers, and Canvas Prints

Wall decor has certainly evolved since I was a kid. Wood paneling, paint, and ugly wallpaper seemed to be the only choices back then. Times have changed! I recently spent some time over on the Photowall site and I fell in love with what I found there. Photowall has a wide variety of wall murals, … [Read More...]

Paul: Apostle of Christ (2018)

I love movies. Going to the movies is one of my favorite things to do. I really love it when I get to watch a biblical movie on the big screen. The upcoming release of Paul: Apostle of Christ looks pretty amazing. I have not been able to screen this movie yet, but I am able to give away four (4) … [Read More...]

When Reading is Hard: Lexercise Professional Therapy Review

Lexercise guarantees your child will improve one grade level in reading after just 8 weeks. Find out what happened when I took them up on that challenge. One of the most difficult experiences I have had as a parent is watching my child struggle in school, despite being highly intelligent. Maybe … [Read More...]

2017 Arizona Diamondbacks Promotions

The 2017 Arizona Diamondbacks Season is in full swing! The Dbacks know how to treat fans and there is always a fun promotion going on. Bookmark this page to keep up to date on specials and promotions from your Arizona Diamondbacks. And … [Read More...]

Universal Studios Hollywood: Tips and Must-Dos for the Movie Lover’s Theme Park

I love movies. If you know me, you know that I quote movies (and TV shows) a little too often. I am not sure where this love started. Maybe it was with my earliest movie memories (E.T., Cloak and Dagger, Smokey and the Bandit). Most likely it was … [Read More...]

Arizona Diamondbacks Games: Tips for Affordable Family Fun

My family loves sports and attending sporting events is always a treat. However, it seems like most of the teams in my part of the country make it difficult for hard-working families to attend a game. Parking is very expensive at many locations, … [Read More...]

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