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Dreamscape: Immerse Yourself in VR Fun!

Posted on August 7, 2023 | Filed Under: Misc, Pop Culture | Tags: Dreamscape, Virtual Reality, VR experience, Westfield Century City | Leave a Comment

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Looking for something to do with the family before school starts? Why not head to Dreamscape at Westfield Century City for some virtual reality fun? Dreamscape combines new technology, powerful storytelling and the thrill of a theme-park ride, all into one exciting VR experience! Last month, my daughter, her friend, and I visited Dreamscape in Century City to try out Men in Black: First Assignment. We had so much fun with this immersive … [Read more...]

The Horror Movie Night Cookbook {Giveaway Contest}

Posted on August 1, 2023 | Filed Under: Books, Pop Culture | Tags: horror movie cookbook, Horror Movie Night Cookbook, Richard S. Sargent, themed cookbook | 6 Comments

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There’s nothing like hosting a fun movie night. With autumn approaching, that means colder nights, fireplaces lit and watching scary movies! I recently received a copy of “The Horror Movie Night Cookbook” and it is chock-full of deliciously deadly recipes that are inspired by iconic thrillers, zombie films and spooky movies. For movie fans like me, you’ll appreciate this cookbook filled with 60 recipes, including appetizers, entrees, … [Read more...]

Blue Whales 3D at the California Science Center

Posted on July 21, 2023 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Blue Whales, California Science Center, Go for Stack, Space Shuttle Endeavour | 2 Comments

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The dog days of summer are upon us and if you are looking for something to do with the family, look no further than the California Science Center. Not only is it free admission for all, but it’s a great way to beat the summer heat! It’s been three years since we last visited the California Science Center and we were excited to see the new documentary film, Blue Whales 3D: Return of the Giants. One thing to note is that the permanent … [Read more...]

Name, Claim and Reframe {Book Review}

Posted on July 12, 2023 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: Andrea Mein DeWitt, Hatherleigh Press, Name Claim and Reframe, self-help book | 2 Comments

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Earlier this year, I felt like I was at a crossroads with my career and personal life. “Name, Claim and Reframe: Your Path to a Well-Lived Life” helped me understand what the source of my pain point was, and how to claim my life back by establishing healthy boundaries and reframing my way of thinking. In this book, author and life coach Andrea Mein DeWitt gives actionable insights so that you can adopt a more strategic and intentional … [Read more...]

ButterBox – An Innovative Kitchen Tool

Posted on July 10, 2023 | Filed Under: Product Reviews | Tags: Au Cao, ButterBox, kitchen gadget, Trang Cao | Leave a Comment

ButterBox_photo credit Au Cao

Have you heard of ButterBox? It’s an innovative kitchen tool that allows you to store your butter in an airtight, upright butter dish and it also doubles as a knife-free spreader. Recently I received my own ButterBox from Au Cao. As I looked at the box and instruction guide, I wondered, how does this spread butter? Turns out, the ButterBox spreads it easily! Watch the video below for a … [Read more...]

Meet Vix Browne, Children’s Book Author

Posted on June 27, 2023 | Filed Under: Books, Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: children's books, Victoria Browne writer, Victoria Lyttle author, Vix Browne | 2 Comments

Vix Browne - Children's Book Author

As a child, I was an avid reader. After I had my daughter, I immediately started reading children’s books to her. Although my daughter has aged out, I still enjoy giving children’s books to the littles in our extended family because I like to encourage picture books as opposed to electronic gadgets at a young age. Vix Browne is a writer whose books, “The Day My Monster Spoke” and “The Night My Feelings Spoke” have just recently been released. … [Read more...]

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