Archives for August 2013

{Review} Ihop’s Sweet Cream Belgian Waffles *Limited Time*

Disclosure: A gift card was received to facilitate this review. After a stressful, busy week at work, I like to unwind on the weekends and go out for breakfast with my family. We don’t do it too often but when we do, we make it a big deal. Most of the time we are frugal and eat breakfast at home but once in the blue moon, we like to splurge on eating out at a diner or a restaurant. A huge bonus for me is that I don't have to worry about the mess afterwards. The folks over at Ihop … [Read more...]

Fête Paradiso: A Vintage French Carnival on Governor’s Island

Disclosure: I received ride tickets for this post. Where in the world can you find a 1920's vintage, French carnival with original carousels? France? Italy? Spain? Nope! If I told you it was right in my hometown, would you believe me? Well it's here in my hometown, New York City........Governor's Island to be exact. And it won't be there for long. From now til' September 29th (only weekends), you'll be able to visit an island that was closed off to the public for years and … [Read more...]

See Denisha & Chica This Weekend at The Bronx Zoo! #BronxZoo

Disclosure: As a Bronx Zoo Blog Ambassador, I received a family membership in exchange for my participation. No monetary compensation was received. All opinions expressed here are always my own. This weekend, August 24th and 25th, join Denisha & Chica from the popular live children’s TV series The Sunny Side Up Show on Sprout for an interactive adventure show with a prehistoric theme at The Bronx Zoo! About the show The Sunny Side Up Show is a live television programming block … [Read more...]

{Giveaway} Walmart’s “Dress up Your Space” Challenge #BackToCollege

Walmart is sponsoring this gift card giveaway by providing the prizes and compensation for this program. This program is not administered by Walmart or its affiliates, but solely by New York Chica. I can't believe my son will be a senior in high school.  Where has the time gone? I can still remember when he was an infant, he would sleep right next to me every single night. He didn't care for his crib much. Those nights I would put him down in his bed, he would fuss and cry til' I grabbed … [Read more...]

{Giveaway} Epic on Blu-ray Combo Pack @FHEInsiders #EpicDay

As part of the FHEInsiders program, I will receive a  Blu-ray copy of this film.  No other compensation was received.  All thoughts and opinions expressed are 100% my own. [Giveaway closed - Thanks for entering.] As a FHEInsider, I get to share many new movies and TV shows with my readers.  And with Epic arriving on Blu-ray and DVD August 20th, I also get to host a giveaway for one lucky reader. But first, let me share with you some useful ways to be 'epically green.' Available on … [Read more...]

What’s Happening in August at the Bronx Zoo!

Disclosure: As a Bronx Zoo Blog Ambassador, I received a free family membership in exchange for my participation. No monetary compensation was received. All opinions expressed here are always my own. As a Bronx Zoo Ambassador, I get the latest scoop on what's new at The Bronx Zoo and the rest of the Wildlife Conversation Society so I can share it with all of my lovely readers. I'm already planning another visit to the Bronx Zoo to see exhibits and attractions we didn't get to see such as … [Read more...]

Free Activity Sheets From the Movie, Epic. Arriving on Blu-ray August 20th #EpicDay

As part of the FHEInsiders program I will receive a Blu-ray copy of this film. No other compensation was received. All thoughts and opinions expressed are 100% my own. Synopsis From the creators of Ice Age, the year’s funniest, most exhilarating animated adventure comes home as EPIC debuts on Blu-ray Combo Pack, Deluxe Edition Blu-ray, and DVD this August 20 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. Directed by Chris Wedge (The Ice Age Franchise) and featuring an amazing voice cast … [Read more...]

Disney’s Mary Poppins 50th Anniversary Edition Arrives on Blu-ray December 10th

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! Even though the sound of it Is something quite atrocious If you say it loud enough You'll always sound precocious...... What a song! It's fun. It's catchy. And everyone knows it! Celebrate the 50th Anniversary Edition of the beloved classic, "Mary Poppins," on Blu-ray Combo Pack & HD Digital December 10th! Enjoy a spoonful of all-new digital restoration in this musical number that'll make you want to tap your feet! Bonus features include singing … [Read more...]

Family Taste Test with Heluva Good! Greek Style Yogurt Dip. #HvgGoesGreek

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Heluva Good! I received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.” I recently had the opportunity to try the new Heluva Good! Greek Style Yogurt Dips, thanks to Mom Central. I LOVE chips and dip. I've tried many dips in my life but the brand I always go to is Heluva Good! I buy their cheeses and their sour cream dips all the time. My all-time favorite dip is the French … [Read more...]