It's really fun when your favorite Nick Jr shows combine into one fun DVD, especially one for the holidays! While we have all our traditions holiday movies to watch it's fun to through in some new shows. This hits the spot!So what's it about? What are our favorite Nick Jr. friends up to in this movie? The holidays are here! Blue is going to Periwinkle’s house to celebrate Hanukkah, the festival of lights! Next, Blaze and his friends need to help Santa get his sleigh ready for all his … [Read more...]
Blaze And The Monster Machines: Big Rig To The Rescue!
Blaze is back and is there anything he can't do? This time transforming into a big rig to help his friends! Blaze and the Monster Machines is one of my kids favorite series so they were very excited about the newest movie and the new episodes. What's it about? When a windstorm blows away the supplies for Stripes’ Animal Party, Blaze transforms into the one Monster Machine strong enough to haul it all back – a Big Rig! The Big Rig also kicks into gear when three big deliveries are needed all … [Read more...]
NEW Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris
By the time I was in sixth grade all of my siblings had moved out of the house so I had a lot of time with my parents. In the evenings my Mom and I would watch TV together, usually shows like Murder, She Wrote, or the old Nick at Night line up of I Love Lucy and Mary Tyler Moore. Because of this I grew up loving Angela Lansbury. The original Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris features Angel Lansbury, so when it came on TV my Mom made a plan to record it on VHS so we could enjoy it over and over. The … [Read more...]
Minions the Rise of Gru
My kids love the Minions so they were excited for their own movie to come out! You too can get a copy of Minions The Rise Of Gru on September 6th when it hits store shelves.What is Minions The Rise of Gru about? Long before he becomes the master of evil, Gru is just a 12-year-old boy in 1970s suburbia, plotting to take over the world from his basement. When the infamous supervillain group, the Vicious 6, ousts their leader, Gru attempts to join their ranks but soon finds himself the mortal … [Read more...]
Most Common Home Security Mistakes
Did you know that most home burglaries happen because of easy access and opportunity? In other words, criminals break in when they get a chance. That's why it is essential to make your home as burglary-proof as possible by avoiding common security mistakes and embarrassing home security systems. Keep reading for top tips on how to do just that! Six Home Security Mistakes to Avoid We all make mistakes – it's only human. But when it comes to home security, even a tiny mistake can have … [Read more...]
Summer Boredom Busters: Boneless Skaters, now available at Target
With the heat wave hitting our area, it's a good time to be trying out some new toys. We were sent three different Boneless Skaters along with the CrayPlay Super Street SkatePark and Big Air Ramp. We can't wait to get playing.What are these new #Boneless toys: #Boneless is a line of electric-powered, mini skateboards with poseable skaters and stunt playsets. Kids can use the figures and the skateboards to do stunts. The skateboards come with a power charger that quick-charges the board in … [Read more...]
4 Tips to Take Control of Your Finances in Your 20s
Find out the top financial tips you need to know in your 20s including how to secure a low-term life insurance quoteFor any young adult, learning about financial responsibility can be daunting. With so much to juggle including student loans, renting an apartment, securing health insurance, and more, it can feel like getting your finances under control is nearly impossible. Luckily, we’re here to help! We’ve compiled a few of the most important financial considerations people in their … [Read more...]
Themed Printable Bingo Games
With Summer break here it's time to find creative ways to entertain the kids. While I do try to get them to be independent most of the time, occasionally they have days where they struggle to be independent or to play nicely with each other and so we need to do some group activities. My kids really love Bingo and so these different themed games have been a hit. Also, we particularly love the neighborhood bingo because we complete it while we are on a walk so it's like two activities in one! … [Read more...]
Kool-Aid Fruit Pops
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PourMoreFun #CollectiveBiasSpring is here and weather is warm. Summer is on its way, can you feel it? My kids sure can. I get a daily countdown of how many days are left of school. With warm weather comes all fun things like bike riding, pools, running through sprinklers and cool treats! This weekend we had a summer preview at my house with these Kool-Aid Fruit Pops.During my weekly … [Read more...]
Paper Bag Summer Scrapbook
This post contains affiliate links. Those hot and oh so enjoyable days of summer are bearing down on us. There are 2 things that we usually want for our kids, especially in summer, to give them fun experiences and that they remember them long after school is back in session. A simple Paper Bag Summer Scrapbook covers both of those. It is inexpensive, gives them a place to record their favorite memories of the summer, and of course easy and fun to make! If you have a particularly busy summer or … [Read more...]
Dino Derby DVD Giveaway
My kids love Blaze and the Monster Machines. Even my older kids think it is a fun show to watch on occasion so having a couple snow days this week was the perfect time to snuggle up with this movie.On this new DVD, which is out now, are these new episodes:Blaze and the Monster Machines: Dino Derby episodes: Dino Derby Dinosaur Parade Dino Coaster Dino DashSo what is this DVD about? Rev up and roar your engines in four dino-mite adventures! Blaze and Zeg team up to compete in the … [Read more...]
Holiday Gift Guide 2021
This holiday gift guide is sponsored by the below products and includes Amazon Affiliate links. If you purchase through those links I will receive a small compensation with no charge to you. All opinions are my own. Stocking StuffersThe perfect stocking stuffer for a foodie, or fun snack in general is Funny Nuts, the cashew collection. With the far our flavors, they would also make a great hostess gift for a Christmas party. These flavored cashews will bring your snack game up, big time! … [Read more...]
5 things that are a must-have for nursery
Before starting your decoration process there are many things that come to your mind. Where to start, which materials to use, what furniture to buy all of these are very important questions but there are some things that are essentials and you cannot just let them go. Adding them into the room means that the whole aura of the room is going to look vibrant, beautiful, and elegant. Decorating a nursery for your child can be a tricky thing. You have to look into everything in detail whether the … [Read more...]
Toy Review Round up
I received these toys for review purposes. All opinions are my own, yours may differ.Since we are in the thick of toy buying for all the holidays coming up, I thought I'd share my thoughts on a couple toys I received for review purposes. These are toys that I have never tried before now and it's been a lot of fun for me and my kids to play with them and learn about them. Super Wubble Bubble BallThe Wubble Bubble Ball is something my kids have seen before and were interested in getting … [Read more...]
5 Unique Uses for Christmas Lights
I have a hard time being creative so I search for creative things on Pinterest, or I ask my blogger friends for their unique ideas they have blogged about. I was recently thinking it would be fun to find unique ways to use Christmas lights. I am feeling crafty so I went searching for ideas. First you'll need a supply of Christmas lights to use, or take apart and create with.I've teamed up with Christmas Lights, Etc and they are having a spring sale where they are up to 40% off right now, so that … [Read more...]
