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Science has been making a notable name for itself in pop culture recently. As the celebrity statuses of astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and tech icon Elon Musk continue permeating mainstream media, massively popular sitcom The Big Bang Theory and movies … Read more
Last month I was invited to a press event at the Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank where I got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming Disney Animated Feature Film ‘Big Hero 6’. Now, if you’re anything like me, than you … Read more
Woohoo! School is out and summer has aaarrrriiivvveeeddd! Most families are kicking off the summer travel seasons this holiday weekend. To make sure you’re prepared, Mrs. Potato Head wants to share her expert travel and packing tips. MRS. POTATO HEAD’S TRAVEL AND PACKING … Read more
D23, Disney’s first and only official club for fans, may be talk-worthy due to their special discounts, tours, and beautifully created magazines offered to members, but they’re best known for their bi-yearly event: The D23 Expo. Hailed as the ultimate … Read more
Once in a blue moon, an animated movie comes along with such memorable (and cute) characters, that consumers can’t wait to buy merchandise of their favorites immediately after seeing the film. It’s a hard task for studios to achieve, yet … Read more
Looking back on 2013, it’s been a great year for Disney Family movie releases on DVD/Blu-ray. Want to see someone’s face light up with that “I love it” smile? You can’t go wrong with any of these! Frankenweenie (January 8, 2013) … Read more
Disney’s latest film “Frozen” has melted the hearts of audiences worldwide, achieving a worldwide opening of $110.6 million and grabbing the top spot last weekend at the box office. Compared favorably to films of the Disney Renaissance, “Frozen” has received … Read more
With my Disney Frozen World Premiere ticket in hand, we headed to the iconic El Capitan Theatre for an evening of fun and Disney Magic. One of the reasons I love living in sunny California is that the weather is … Read more
Nothing! One of my favorite parts about California Adventure is going to the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop located on their Fisherman’s Warf. Walking by, you’re lured close by the smell of the freshly made waffle cones … Read more
Source: Bento Monsters Remember when you were a kid and you’d get scared there were monsters hiding under your bed or in your closet? Those creative folks at Pixar solved that problem for a lot of Moms and Dads when … Read more
Although we’ve been to Disneyland plenty of times, we’ve never been for Halloween. At first I wasn’t sure what to expect from Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, but turns out it’s exactly what it sounds like! Not so scary … Read more
There are several myths concerning the origins of Caddilac Ranch. One such myth is that an eccentric millionaire from Texas loved his caddys and would buy a new one every few years. But what to do with the old one? … Read more
With the release of “Monsters University” this June, I started thinking back to my college days and how I lived in jeans, shorts, t-shirts, and flip flops. Casual attire is pretty universal on any college campus, but some students also … Read more
Remember last month when I attended Monsters University up at Pixar Animation Studios and took all those intensive courses? Well I just got an alumni notice for a special Monsters University Class Reunion June 17-19! Since we already aced our classes, this trip … Read more
Like any student facing their first day of school, I felt a lot of things as we boarded the bus to head to Monsters University campus, but mostly I felt excitement. I had all of my important gear like my … Read more
It’s real, I told you it was. And now I have pictures to prove it – Monsters University does exist! I’ve been there. I walked through the wrought iron gates and onto the campus lawns of Monsters University located inside – … Read more