One of my favorites days of the year is the day of the Big Game. I love football and like many of you, I love cheering for my favorite team. The fun of watching the game at home is multiplied exponentially when I have family and friends over to cheer along with me. Homegating […]
Kung Fu Panda Marshmallow Pops
I was so excited when I heard that the third installment of Kung Fu Panda was finally being released. We loved the first two movies and are counting down the days until we can see the newest movie. Are you excited as well? To celebrate, my kiddos and I made up some easy panda-inspired marshmallow […]
Disney’s The Finest Hours (Movie Review)
I had never heard the story of the most daring rescue mission in the history of the Coast Guard before I saw a preview for Disney’s The Finest Hours. The movie is based on a true story and it is a story you will never forget. It is hard to spoil a movie that is based on […]
Follow Me to Mexico With Unbound – Let’s Make a Difference Together #BlogUnbound
I recently became aware of a wonderful charitable organization called Unbound. Have you heard of it? It turns out I have a few friends who sponsor a child, young adult, or elder through Unbound. The mission of Unbound is to walk with the poor and marginalized of the world. Walking with them means helping to provide […]
8 Rules for Taking Your Toddler to Other People’s Homes
I no longer have a toddler in my home. Both of my babies have grown and I now have a grade schooler and a middle schooler. But it only seems like yesterday that I was dealing with tantrums and potty training. I thoroughly enjoyed those days, but I do not miss them. Toddlers can be […]
Monster Jam 2016
Most recent Monster Jam post here. I remember going to watch monster trucks battle it out when I was a kid. It was some real rip-roaring excitement and was always fun. Today I enjoy taking my family out to Monster Jam events, too. Monster Jam is coming to the Phoenix area where I live, but […]
Minions Layer Cake
Minions. There is so much fun in that one little word. My family loves the minions so when we heard they were getting their own movie, we were very excited. We watched Illumination Entertainment’s Minions movie in theaters and ever since my daughter has been begging me to buy it. I went out and bought […]
Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Spoiler Free Review for Fans and Families
I was lucky enough to get to attend an early press screening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens and I have promised a spoiler-free review in return. All opinions are my own! It’s been over 30 years since Return of the Jedi, and Star Wars fans like me have been waiting for Friday, when Star […]
Fisher House Foundation – Helping Troops in Their Time of Need
There are so many good charitable organizations that help military families, but Fisher House Foundation has a special place in my heart. After my husband was injured in Afghanistan, he was sent to an Army medical facility far from our home. I worried about being able to go to him and be there as he […]
Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse Will Pay You Back this Holiday Season
I love receiving gift cards for my favorite restaurants, especially around Christmas when every dollar really counts. I also love giving gift cards to the people I love. Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse have just made giving and receiving gift cards even merrier. From now until December 24, the following gift card bonuses are in effect: Olive […]
Real Kids Shades – Serious Eye Protection and Style
I talk a lot about the importance of making sure your kiddos wear sunblock. I grew up as a fair-skinned redhead in Arizona, before the widespread use of sunblock. I know the risks. However, parents (myself included) often slack off when it comes to protecting our children’s eyes. Did you know that, unlike skin cells, eye […]
