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What kind of coffee drinker are you? Are you the I-can’t-function-until-I-have-my-morning-cup kind? Do you like it black or do you load it up with cream and sugar? I’ve always loved the fancy stuff. You know, the espresso, cappuccino, latte, macchiato … Read more
Spending Christmas time at Disneyland is an iconic tradition. The Christmas Day Parade that airs Christmas morning on ABC is only a hint at the magic at the happiest place on Earth. The way the snow settles on Sleeping Beauty’s … Read more
From the time the Walt Disney Company started in 1923 until 1937, it moved offices across many locations in California as the growing number of employees called for more space. Finally, in 1937 Walt decided it was time to expand … Read more
Do you love baked cheesy potatoes? So does my grandma – and she has a secret recipe that she swears by. This baked cheesy potato casserole is the perfect comfort food for chilly winter nights. It’s cheesy, creamy, and absolutely … Read more
To say that Pete Menefee has been on the Hollywood scene a long time would be an understatement. Pete started working as a dancer professionally when he was 14 and was in West Side story by the time he was 17. … Read more
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 time attendees. It makes me reflect on my first … Read more
As someone who regularly watches and reviews new Disney features, I’ve found that I recently began looking forward to the animated shorts before the movies just as much as the movies themselves. Because I often have the opportunity for behind … 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
Whether it’s zip lining through the Florida Everglades, swimming with dolphins in the coves of Jamaica, horse back riding on sandy beaches of Mexico or sky diving over the Pacific, I have been able to experience so many amazing things … 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
I’ve been going to Red Lobster ever since I can remember. Their famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits were my first “favorite restaurant dish” and I still get excited at the thought of eating the tops off every one in the basket. … Read more
My Shaklee 180 Smoothie Recipes Most of the time when making smoothies I use frozen fruit, usually because its more convenient. But when strawberries and peaches are in season and I can find good deals, I like to chop it … Read more
Smoothies are one of my favorite treats. I’ll choose them over ice cream, popsicles or frozen yogurt any day. Even my family has taken notice because I regularly get blenders as christmas gifts (in case my family is reading this, … Read more
This is a sponsored post as part of the Shaklee Corporation blogger program. I have received free products, online support and incentives for participating in the Shaklee Corporation blogger program. My opinions are my own. I am also a Shaklee … Read more
My husband and I were the first of our friends to buy our first home. As such, the dinner party responsibility fell squarely on our shoulders. With friends spread across the state we like to have a few parties with … Read more
With family spread out from Washington to New York to California to Korea the holidays always mean travel. This holiday season, we packed our bags, boarded a plane and headed to visit our family in Seattle, Washington for Christmas. Living … Read more