I am beyond excited about my trip to Los Angeles for the premiere of Disney/Pixar’s Brave and the opening of Disney’s Cars Land (and a little bit stressed about all I have to do before I leave next Sunday). I was hoping that you, my loyal readers, could help me check off one thing from…
Archives for June 2012
Project 365 (Week 23)
Only a day and a half left of school before Summer Vacation! This past week was full of summer prep, sunshine, beautiful skies, and excitement (if you call going to breakfast with Disney’s CEO and the First Lady exciting…). We’re getting excited about everything going on this summer. Let the summer break begin! What have…
You’re Invited to the Father’s Day {I Heart Dad} #YesMemory Twitter Party
YesVideo is hosting another twitter party this week, and I hope you will be able to make it! Father’s Day is just around the corner, and so what better theme than Dads? As always, the conversation will be enjoyable, but the prizes will be even better (what could be better than winning Dad a Father’s…
A Mom’s Review of the Kia Sorento Midsize SUV
When I get behind the wheel of a car, I’m not thinking about the engine or the transmission (those worries come later for me…when the car is in the shop). When I’m driving, I want a car that is comfortable, easy to maneuver, with features that make my life easier. When Kia dropped off a…
Tips for a Happy Summer Break – Big Family “How Do You Do It?” Series
Do you ever feel like the mom in the picture above, playing a massive game of tug-of-war during the summer just to maintain a sense of sanity with the kids? How often do YOU hear: “Mom! I’m bored!” “What are we going to do today?” “Mom, when are you going to be dooooone?” I adore…
The Fun is in the Packaging – Give Me Your Best Shot #PSF
You know the old idea that kids are often more interested in playing with a box than with what’s inside the box? I had one of those experiences this past week with the dry ice inside a package of Blue Bunny ice cream that was delivered for Necco’s birthday. We hid the ice cream away…
How to Make a No-Sew Recycled T-Shirt Bag
My two oldest girls came home with a super-fun craft after camp last summer, and I have been wanting to try it out for myself for a while now. With summer break almost here (one more week for my kids!) I figured it was a perfect time, especially since these bags are perfect for carrying…
Michelle Obama Speaks at Disney’s Magic of Healthy Living Press Conference
There are a few benefits to living in the Washington DC area, including (but certainly not limited to) exclusive invitations to breakfast press conferences with Disney’s CEO Robert Iger and First Lady Michelle Obama. Yeah, I don’t want to brag too much…but that might have been the best breakfast invitation ever. If you know anything…
Bike Season – Wordless Wednesday #WW
Almost all of my kids (minus KitKat, the oldest) are having a blast on their bikes this week. AJ learned to ride last year, but hasn’t had practice in a while. We were all thrilled that he did so well his first day back for the new season! I even video taped him riding with…
Avengers Birthday Theme + Blue Bunny Ice Cream = Perfect Party (Giveaway!)
Marvel’s The Avengers is a hot ticket in our house these days. We’ve got Iron Man and Captain America action figures and a life-sized Captain America shield among other toys, and we’re huge fans of all Avengers-related the movies. As the last of five kids, I must admit that AJ has not had many birthday…