I am a Netflix Stream Team ambassador and am partnering with them to bring you this list. All opinions are my own. It’s that time of year again... It all starts with a science fair packet buried at the bottom of your child’s backpack. The next thing you know, that little take-home assignment suddenly becomes homework for you. Before you Google “easy science projects for kids,” we’ve got a variety of TV shows and movies that might help jump … [Read more...]
Little Things Make a Big Difference | Spring Cleaning
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A gift card was received, all opinions are my own. Body oils, skin flakes, dust mites, bacteria, mold, mildew.... all things you want to be sleeping with, right? WRONG! We’ve begun spring cleaning a step at a time in our home. While working in my older son’s room, I noticed these two gross looking items on his bed that he called pillows. Just last week we took down his dorm-like loft and set up a new sleeping area in his room. It had … [Read more...]
Lepow Moonstone Power Bank
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Lepow Moonstone Power Bank What do you do when you're on the go and your smartphone or tablet dies or is threatening to die? What if you miss an important phone call or text? What if you get lost and can't use your phone's GPS? As a mom, I am constantly on the go and depend on my mobile device a lot. The Lepow Moonstone power bank is a device that solves the problem of a surprise low battery while away from home. The Lepow Moonstone is a … [Read more...]
Little Tikes Diono Cozy Coupe Doorway Jumper and Bouncer
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Littke Tikes and Diono have teamed up to bring us some great products designed with the theme of the iconic Cozy Coupe in mind. I was sent the Cozy Coupe Doorway Jumper and the Cozy Coupe Bouncer to review with my Mason. The Cozy Coupe Doorway Jumper : I fell in love with this at first sight. It is so darn cute and fun. The traditional red and yellow colors from the Cozy Coupe have inspired the fun loving theme of the Cozy Coupe Jumper, the … [Read more...]
Rio 2 Coming to Theaters April 11 | Trailer
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Blu and Jewel are back for an all new adventure in Rio 2! The entire cast of the animated smash RIO returns in RIO 2, and they are joined by a new flock of top actors and musical talents. Rich with grandeur, character, color and music, RIO 2 finds Jewel (Anne Hathaway), Blu (Jesse Eisenberg) and their three kids leaving their domesticated life in that magical city for a journey to the Amazon. They encounter a menagerie of characters who are … [Read more...]
How to Shop the Farmers Market Like a Pro
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How to Shop the Farmers Market Like a Pro Being able to shop a local farmer’s market at home is one of the best ways to create healthy meals for yourself and family, while learning where your food comes from. Depending on the quality of your market, you can find everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to dairy to organic, grass fed meat. The best markets will also be able to provide for your bath and beauty needs, honey, and even plants that … [Read more...]
Sponsored | Glad Trash Crashers Make Party Cleanup FUN
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This post has been sponsored by Glad Black Bag, but concerns our own opinion Over the course of being a mom (almost 22 years now!) I’ve planned and thrown many (many) birthday parties (and a few baby shower and wedding showers). Planning, shopping, cooking, decorating and being the hostess can take a toll on a person. It’s honestly not a relaxing job, but enjoyable nonetheless. Then... everyone leaves. That’s when I want to plop on the couch … [Read more...]
Frozen Blu-Ray Combo Pack Review | #FrozenBluRay
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I received a copy of Frozen to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own. As I type this, my three year old son is downstairs singing along with Olaf. When I pick his big sister up from the bus stop in a few hours, she'll rush home, put on her Elsa dress, and turn on the Blu-ray player. They'll both sing along to every song and even play the parts of Anna and Hans when "Love is an Open Door" comes on the screen. It's been this way since we … [Read more...]
Saving Mr. Banks Blu-ray Combo Pack Review | #SavingMrBanksBloggers
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I received a copy of Saving Mr Banks on Blu-ray Combo Pack to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own. Chances are, if you're a Disney fan, you've already seen Saving Mr. Banks, the story of how P.L. Travers' book Mary Poppins transitioned from a story based on her youth to the Disney spectacular we all know and love today. (Unless you're like me and have young kids at home and miss the majority of movies in theaters because … [Read more...]
Need For Speed Review #NFSMovie
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I saw an advanced screening of Need For Speed thanks to Disney. All opinions are my own. During our trip to LA, we were treated to an advanced screening of the new movie Need For Speed (in theaters today), starring Aaron Paul. Check out the trailer first, and then we'll get to my review: If you're like me, the first time you saw the trailer for Need For Speed (yes, it's based on the video game of the same name), or heard about the film, … [Read more...]
