I was provided with a complimentary copy of “The Unofficial Hogwarts Cookbook for Kids.” Thanks to Ulysses Press for sponsoring this giveaway contest. As summer transitions to fall, I plan on cooking more homecooked meals. I guess you could say that I am a reluctant home cook, because sometimes I find recipes complicated and during the summer, I like making easy, no-fuss meals. Enter the “The Unofficial Hogwarts Cookbook for Kids: 50 … [Read more...]
Charming the Hearts of Men {Movie Review}
“Charming the Hearts of Men” is an indie dramedy that stars Kelsey Grammer, Anna Friel, Sean Astin, Aml Ameen and Diane Ladd. A romantic drama set during the politically charged early 60s where a sophisticated woman returns to her Southern hometown and discovers her options are limited yet discrimination is plentiful. With the help of a Congressional ally, she inspires historic legislation which allows opportunities and protections never … [Read more...]
Peter Rabbit 2 is Now Available to Own on DVD
Hop on over to wherever DVDs and Blu-rays are sold because Peter Rabbit 2 is now available to own! In Peter Rabbit 2, the lovable rogue is back. Bea, Thomas, and the rabbits have created a makeshift family, but despite his best efforts, Peter can’t seem to shake his mischievous reputation. Adventuring out of the garden, Peter finds himself in a world where his mischief is appreciated, but when his family risks everything to come looking … [Read more...]
Haunt ‘O Ween 2021 – 31 Days of Immersive & Interactive Halloween Fun!
I don’t know about you, but I am ready for cooler temps, sweater weather, all things Pumpkin Spice and of course…Halloween! Guess who is back to help SoCal folks enjoy the holiday? It’s Haunt ’O ween LA, located in the San Fernando Valley! Haunt ’O ween LA welcomes families to interact and engage with EVERYTHING Halloween has to offer, all in one place! They will have pumpkin picking and carving, trick-or-treating, face painting, … [Read more...]
Friday Feels: End of Summer Edition (August 2021)
Hooray, it’s Friday! I can’t believe that it’s almost the end of summer. Well, technically summer officially ends on Wednesday, September 22nd, but because the school year has already started for LA/San Fernando Valley-area schools, it feels like summer is nearly over. I don’t know about you, but I’ve enjoyed this summer break. It’s afforded me time to go on vacation, read some books and also relax from the school year grind of endlessly … [Read more...]
Inspirational Jewelry from Tough as a Mother Tribe
You know that phrase, what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? Well allow me to introduce to you another phrase…tough as a mother. This past year has been like no other and if you’re a mom, 2020 will go down in the books as the year when you suddenly had to homeschool your kid(s), be a 24/7 cafeteria lady/executive chef, learn Zoom video conferencing technology, and for those who work full-time – navigate work-from-home (WFH) on an internet … [Read more...]