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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
I can’t remember the last time I drove a Mitsubishi. It seems like they dropped off the road, the map, the radar – but I think that’s changing with their new line-up. Two weeks ago I was re-introduced to Mitsubishi … Read more
I don’t remember when I first fell in love with horses. My grandparents bought my first horse before I was 12 but I know I loved them before then. I think the life long love affair began with books. Maybe … Read more
When you’re known for giving creative DIY gifts to family and friends, you always end up running into a problem. Before you know it, you have become obligated to bring these amazing creative DIY gifts to everything. Last year I … Read more