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I’ve been fortunate to attend a few Disney blogger press trips over the last three years and each time I can’t help but notice the excitement and wonder that strikes first timers. It makes me reflect on my first trip … Read more
Everyone needs a vacation every now and then. Whether desiring to enjoy a new city, or revisit a memorable town from trips in the past, vacations can allow the body to replenish and repair itself while relaxing and having fun. … Read more
Disney Frozen released in theaters November 27th, but even before movie debuted, the young and young at heart were getting excited for Disney’s latest princesses. Now we’ve put together our toddler approved Disney Frozen Gift Guide to help you Santa, … Read more
I’ll be the first to admit – based on the TV ads and trailers, I didn’t think I was going to like the new Disney Frozen. I walked into the red carpet premiere completely unprepared for what I was about … 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
School is in full swing, but Thanksgiving break is right around the corner. What do you do with your kids with their time off? There’s not enough snow to build snowmen, but the park is too chilly. So make your … Read more
If you have never been to Michigan, we pride ourselves on many things in the Great Lakes State. Our lakes being one of them, but also our vineyards, breweries, ski resorts, local festivals and the ability to find something fun … Read more
Like most adults, I don’t remember a lot from early childhood. Just bits and pieces that pass through my conscience at the most random times. But it never fails that there are certain sensory stimulation that can instantly pull me … 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
As you may recall, my toddler and I previously received the VTech InnoTab 2 for review purposes. We found it to be a great way to beat “summer brain drain”. It was her first tablet designed for kids and she … Read more
Of all the Walt Disney World theme parks, Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park is the most easily recognizable. Over 17 million guests visit the Magic Kingdom each year, making it the most visited theme park in the world and for good … Read more
My “first” car was a complete clunker. I think it lasted all of 6 months before it died. I couldn’t have been more relieved. Especially when it was replaced with a brand new 2006 Kia Optima. For the last 7 … Read more
Summer is flying by all too quickly. Just two short months ago I was talking about how to beat summer brain drain with my preschooler using the VTech InnoTab 2S. Maddilyn loved it because it was packed with features that make … Read more
I was asked to write an article about early childhood technology in 2012 and it was originally published here. I am re-posting it below and welcome your thoughts and opinions. Introducing technology to children at an early age seems to be a hot topic … Read more
When you live in the Great Lake State there are no shortage of beautiful sandy beaches. Surprisingly, I never spent much time at them as a kid. But when I met my husband and spent a couple of years living … Read more
Here are some really fun ideas for bridesmaid photos so you can capture and show off just how much your besties mean to you. Your girlfriends have been by your side when you’re at your best and your worst and … Read more