Enchanted at the Maleficent Press Junket
As I arrive at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, I can’t help but feel a bit nervous. I’m not exactly sure what to expect nor am I certain of what I’m even supposed to do. Truth be told, … Read more
DIY Father’s Day Card: A Big Hug Card
While I was away on a business trip, my daughter went to stay with her grandparents. Because of scheduling conflicts, she ended up being away for 6 whole days. I knew that when she got home she was going to … Read more
6 Things To Do 24hrs Before Your Flight
Travel can be wonderful with all the new sights, new sounds and new adventures. It can also be chaotic and stressful. As such, we’re always looking for ways to make it a little easier on us – from awesome technology in our … Read more
Relax Like a Queen at Laniwai the Aulani Spa
Imagine being a lush, tropical garden, letting the sunshine warm your body and listening to the sound of the ocean lapping against the shore while you relax in an herbal pool. Think about how incredible it would be to spend … Read more
History Meets Perfection At Columbia Restaurant
The original Columbia Restaurant, located in Tampa, is not only the oldest continuously operated restaurant in Florida, but the oldest Spanish restaurant in the entire United States. In order to have stayed in business since 1905, and to be thriving … Read more
Easy Peasy After School Snack: Cheese and Chicken Crescent Rolls
Ladies, it is may – MAY. We have just one month of school left and I am struggling. I forget my preschoolers backpack every other day. Yesterday we woke up 15minutes before we were supposed to leave the house. I have stopped signing … Read more
A Mandatory Kissimmee Pit Stop: Fun Spot USA
Sometimes, the most memorable moments on vacation occur when you least expect them to. During my recent media trip to experience Kissimmee, Florida, that moment certainly happened at Fun Spot USA. What was meant to be a one or two … Read more
Technology and Kids: Keeping Them Safe on Mobile Devices
This post brought to you by Kajeet. All opinions are 100% mine. There’s school, practice, games, tutoring, time with friends and more – kids these days have social lives just as active as they're parents and they're always on the … Read more
The Ecology Center: Green Living Education and Inspiration
A few years ago, I was walking through a public parking lot when I noticed a woman roll down her window and throw a dirty diaper out onto the ground. I was so shocked by her actions that I stopped … Read more
Sunrise Above Florida: Hot Air Balloon Adventures
My motto for vacations has always been, if you’re going to do something: go big. It’s not everyday that you can enjoy time away from work, kids, and everyday life, so when the opportunity presents itself, I’m all for enjoying … Read more
A Robotic Vacuum Cleaner: Is it Worth the Investment?
In our world of scientific advancements, there are constant advancements that make our lives easier and give us time for more important things than what is lurking on our floors. One new advancement is the Neato XV Essential Bagless Vacuum, … Read more
Memorial Day BBQ Picnic Recipes: Drunk Corn, Tropical Chicken Sticks and Patriotic Fruit Parfait
Memorial Day marks the start of summer, BBQs and days at the beach for many families across the US. Hello 80 degree days and backyard barbecues with friends and family. With the Memorial Day fast approaching, we put together a complete … Read more
Barrymore and Sandler Partner Once Again in Blended
For most of us, the evolution of age can be a hard transition. The acquisition of more emotionally demanding roles such as marriage and family are surprising in their weight, but when we have friends like Drew Barrymore and Adam … Read more
Naturalizer BZees Collection for Comfort and Function
I prefer to be barefoot as often as possible. If I could jog barefoot without cutting up my feet, I would. However, at five months pregnant, something strange has happened to my feet. There has not been a lot of … Read more
How to Donate Your Gently Used Plastic Toys
Right at this moment, how many unused toys do you have lying around? Are they spilling out of boxes stuffed in the basement or attic? Do you keep meaning to donate them or sell them whenever you get around to … Read more
Cruising the California Coastline in the New 2014 Kia Soul
As competition becomes increasingly intense between affordable compact cars, the the 2014 Kia Soul is able to provide the space, style and spunk in order to rise above the rest and become a fan favorite between both critics and customers … Read more