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Disney’s Mulan – Family Movie Night {Giveaway + FREE Kids Activity Sheets}

Posted on October 19, 2020 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Disney live-action film, Disney movies, Mulan | 30 Comments

Mulan - fighting army

Recently my family sat down for a fun family movie night. We wanted to unwind after a long week of work and distance learning. While munching on popcorn, we watched Disney’s “Mulan” the visually stunning, live-action film. The movie is action-packed and filled with impressive martial arts sequences. It’s not a faithful remake but more of a reimagining of sorts. “Mulan” captures the spirit of the original animated film (it follows the same … [Read more...]

Frenemy Jane: The Sometimes Friend {Book Giveaway}

Posted on October 5, 2020 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: anti-bullying books, Frenemy Jane, National Bullying Prevention Month, Stephanie Sorkin | 2 Comments

Frenemy Jane - Book

What do you do when a friendship sours and the person you thought was a friend is acting more like a frenemy? That’s the dilemma for young Maddie as she navigates her fickle friendship with Jane in the book, “Frenemy Jane: The Sometimes Friend.” “Frenemy Jane: The Sometimes Friend” tackles the complex problem of a child being bullied by someone that they once considered to be a friend. Jane doesn’t come in the typical bully package. … [Read more...]

Double Feature: Sea Level + Sea Level 2 DVD Giveaway

Posted on September 28, 2020 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Lionsgate movie, Sea Level, Sea Level 2: Magic Arch | 10 Comments

Sea Level Double Feature DVD

Guess what "Sea Level" fans? An all-new sequel, "Sea Level 2: Magic Arch," arrives in stores and On Demand on September 29th! "Sea Level 2: Magic Arch" is about two sea animal friends who make an amazing discovery. Just under the surface of the ocean, lies an ancient civilization, that is just waiting to be found. When Dephi the Dolphin stumbles upon it, chaos ensues, and a magical transformation occurs! This thrilling, colorful comedy … [Read more...]

Focus Features 10-Movie Spotlight Collection Available on Blu-ray September 29!

Posted on September 15, 2020 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Focus Features, Harriet, Lost in Translation, The Theory of Everything | 13 Comments

With the holidays only 3 months away, it’s never too early to start holiday shopping. From Universal Pictures Home Entertainment comes some of the studio's most treasured and beloved films packaged in special collections that are perfect for holiday gift giving! Since its founding in 2002, Focus Features has been synonymous with innovative and critically acclaimed filmmaking. The iconic studio presents their renowned films that illuminate some … [Read more...]

Nutley, the Nut-free Squirrel {Book Giveaway}

Posted on September 8, 2020 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: allergy awareness, nut allergy, Nutley the Nut-free Squirrel, Stephanie Sorkin | 6 Comments

Nutley, the Nut-free Squirrel - book cover

"Nutley, the Nut-free Squirrel" is a sweet book about a squirrel with a food allergy. Children will be delighted as they read about Nutley's journey to stay healthy with the support of his friends. This charming little squirrel won't let his nut allergy get in the way of living his best life! When my daughter was about 2 ½ years old, we had her tested for allergies. My husband is allergic to walnuts and I had a feeling that my daughter … [Read more...]

Visiting Ostrich Land in Solvang

Posted on September 3, 2020 | Filed Under: Reviews | Tags: Buellton, ostrich farm, Ostrich Land, Solvang | 2 Comments

Ostrich Land - ostrich pen

Have you ever wanted to get up close to an ostrich or emu? Well at Ostrich Land you can get within arm's length of them as you feed these big birds! Ostrich Land is located just outside Solvang, which is about 45 minutes north of Santa Barbara. At this unique place, you and your family can enjoy the experience of viewing over a hundred ostriches and emus. Our socially distant visit took place on a Summer Friday. We pulled into the … [Read more...]

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