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Toy Story 4 {Movie Review + Free Kids Activity Sheets}

Posted on June 19, 2019 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Disney Pixar, Forky, Toy Story 4, Toy Story movie | Leave a Comment

Toy Story 4 Poster

Can you believe it has been 9 years since the last Toy Story movie was released in the theater? My daughter was in preschool at the time and we watched it together as a family, tearing up at the end. This week, my kiddo (now a teen), accompanied me to the Toy Story 4 movie screening and it was a like a trip down memory lane! You’ll recall that at the end of Toy Story 3, Andy gives his toys to little Bonnie. In this latest film, all of the … [Read more...]

Diving Deep into Pacific Visions at Aquarium of the Pacific

Posted on June 14, 2019 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Aquarium of the Pacific, Lorikeet Forest, Pacific Visions, Shark Lagoon | 1 Comment

Pacific Visions Aquarium Pacific Virtual Waterfall

The new Pacific Visions wing at the Aquarium of the Pacific has been opened since May 24th. Earlier this month, my family had the opportunity to tour Pacific Visions, as well as take in all the fun things that the rest of the aquarium has to offer. Pacific Visions Pacific Visions is a 29,000 square-foot, two-story structure that is very sleek and modern. When you first walk in, you are invited to sit in the waiting area on benches to … [Read more...]

Laura Gehl Introduces Four New Children’s Storybooks for Spring/Summer 2019

Posted on June 11, 2019 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: children's storybooks, Laura Gehl, toddler picture books | Leave a Comment

Baby Astronaut by Laura Gehl

Laura Gehl delights readers, both parents and children alike, with four new storybooks this season. For those who follow my blog, you may recall that I’ve reviewed Laura’s books before. I just adore her stories – like the ones about Peep, an adorable yellow baby chick or My Pillow Keeps Moving which is about a man and his four-legged friend. First up is Baby Scientist: Oceanographer, a story about a toddler “scientist” who snorkels in the … [Read more...]

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World DVD (Movie Review)

Posted on May 29, 2019 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Dreamworks Animation, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World | Leave a Comment

HTTYD3 Hidden World DVD Cover

My daughter loves Toothless from the How to Train Your Dragon trilogy! It amazes me that we've been following his adventures of with Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel) & Astrid (America Ferrera) for almost a decade now. The third & final installment, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, is out now on Blu-ray/DVD. How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World is a thrilling conclusion to the series & the movie will keep fans … [Read more...]

Family Fun in Marina del Rey at ARTsea!

Posted on May 14, 2019 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: ARTsea, Marina del Rey, Marina del Rey outdoor festival | 2 Comments

ARTSea Family Fun

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? ARTsea, a free outdoor event, takes place Saturday, May 18 & Sunday, May 19 in Marina del Rey. This fun, family-friendly event is open to the public & will be located at Marina “Mother’s” Beach. There will be lots of things that parents can enjoy with their kids at ARTsea. From interactive art workshops, kid-friendly bands, dance performances (Bollywood step group & Filipino … [Read more...]

Full Circle – Rekindle, Regret, Repeat: A Novel {Giveaway}

Posted on May 13, 2019 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: chick lit novel, contemporary women's fiction, Full Circle – Rekindle Regret Repeat. Arlette Eshraghi | Leave a Comment

Full Circle – Rekindle, Regret, Repeat stack of books

Have you been looking for a new chick lit book to read this month? I've got just the book for you! "Full Circle – Rekindle, Regret, Repeat" is a contemporary women's fiction novel written by Arlette Eshraghi. Full Circle – Rekindle, Regret, Repeat: A Novel Natalie Amini has a secret. She is aware that her actions are reprehensible, and yet she cannot stop herself, because she wants her cake, and she wants to eat it, too. Natalie … [Read more...]

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