I can't believe it! BRAVE will be in theaters everywhere this FRIDAY!! I've waited months for this movie (I missed the screening :/) and now I can finally see it with my girls. For me, this movie represents girl power and independence, for both little girls and women. We can conquer anything we set our minds to and be damn good at it too! While in San Francisco, the bloggers were treated to several interviews with the amazing people behind the movie BRAVE. Here's the inside scoop from … [Read more...]
#DisneyPixarEvent: The Secrets Behind BRAVE ~ Told By Director Mark Andrews
June 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Dirty Dancing® 25th Anniversary Celebration ~ Hosted by Skinny Cow® Productions
June 9, 2012 by 2 Comments
Movie making has changed dramatically over the past few decades. Now, many individuals have the option to choose movie theaters that have surround sound and 3D effects and also purchase Blue Ray DVD's. All of these advanced technology for movie viewing is great, but sometimes I enjoy watching a movie the way I did growing up -- the classic way. One of my ultimate favorite classic movie is Dirty Dancing®. I've watched the movie Dirty Dancing® numerous times, and even bought the soundtrack … [Read more...]
Walmart’s Choice Steak Challenge ~ Plus, The Winning Recipe!
June 6, 2012 by 3 Comments
With summer just around the corner, I especially look forward to the upcoming grilling season as do many individuals. There’s nothing better than enjoying a juicy and flavorful piece of steak straight from the grill! Walmart is dedicated to its customers and offers everyday low prices for their everyday needs and now customers can enjoy Walmart’s Top Quality USDA Choice steaks as well! Walmart’s now offers a wide selection of top quality USDA Choice steak which includes T-bone, NY Strip, … [Read more...]
Disney/Pixar BRAVE: Exclusive Interview with La Luna’s Director – Enrico Casarosa #DisneyPixarEvent
June 5, 2012 by 2 Comments
Before the movie BRAVE, there will be a short film, directed by Enrico Casarosa called La Luna. A fable of a young boy who is coming of age in the most peculiar of circumstances. Tonight is the very first time his Papa and Grandpa are taking him to work. In an old wooden boat they row far out to sea, and with no land in sight, they stop and wait. A big surprise awaits the little boy as he discovers his family's most unusual line of work. Should he follow the example of his Papa, or his Grandpa? … [Read more...]
A Visit to New York City For The #LowesChallenge Event
June 2, 2012 by 3 Comments
I was invited by Lowe's to attend their Designer Challenge a few weeks ago. Little did I know I would also meet my long time friend, Jai from Mami's Time Out. I was psyched. We have been online friends for about 7-8 years -- way before we started blogging. It all started in an iVillage.com message board called Latina Beauty. We learned a lot about each other and soon we decided to start our very own blogs. Meeting Jai in person was the highlight of my day. I'm sure there will be other … [Read more...]
Disney/Pixar BRAVE: The Inside Scoop with Producer Katherine Sarafian #DisneyPixarEvent
May 21, 2012 by
During our Disney/Pixar press trip, we had the chance to interview the creative people behind the much anticipated film, BRAVE. This particular interview was with the producer of BRAVE, Katherine Sarafian, who started working at Pixar Studios in 1994 as a production coordinator on the studio's first full-length feature film, "Toy Story." She later worked on movies such as "A Bug's Life," "Monster's Inc." and many more. Below are some of the questions that were asked to Katherine. Was … [Read more...]
Top Ten Facts about the Movie BRAVE #DisneyPixarEvent
May 20, 2012 by 4 Comments
1. COSTUMES -- In the Movie BRAVE, Merida has a total of 22 different costumes. She has five dresses, a cloak, hand wrap and necklace, as well as torn dresses! King Fergus, Merida's dad, wears nine different simulated garments at the same time! Each has its own movement that must be "simulated" by algorithms in the computer. To achieve the mass of Fergus's kilt, the drape going across his chest has eight layers of cloth folded over and interacting with each other and other garments. The … [Read more...]
Visiting Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, California #DisneyPixarEvent
May 4, 2012 by 3 Comments
When I first received the email inviting me to a press event in San Francisco, I was surprised to know that Walt Disney had a whole museum dedicated to his life, his family and his fantastic career. Visiting the Walt Disney Family Museum was saved for day 3, the last thing on our agenda during the Disney/Pixar Event last month but it was the most memorable. Opened in 2009, the beautiful Walt Disney Family museum sits on the old grounds of a military base in the Presidio of San Francisco … [Read more...]
From New York to San Francisco: Kilts, Archery, Bagpipes & More! #DisneyPixarEvent
April 30, 2012 by 8 Comments
Day Two of the Disney/Pixar event was even more magical than the day before. Like I said before, Disney/Pixar had a jam-packed schedule for the bloggers on Day Two and we were ready to take it on! Upon arriving at the Pixar Studios for the second time (lucky us!), we were treated to a wonderful breakfast in the atrium. After our breakfast, we were divided into two groups; Clan Dingwalls and Clan McGuffins. I was in group Clan McGuffin. Check him out below: During this time, we … [Read more...]
Disneynature’s Chimpanzee Film is A Must See! #DisneyPixarEvent
April 23, 2012 by 5 Comments
Chimpanzee, Disneynature's 4th movie, opened this past Friday in theaters everywhere and guess what? Chimpanzee made over TEN MILLION DOLLARS in one solid weekend! Incredible! I couldn't believe my eyes. The best part is when you buy a ticket to see the film during the first week (April 20-26), Disneynature will make a donation in your honor to the Jane Goodall Institute to help save Chimpanzees today and tomorrow. Chimpanzee, directed by Alastair Fothergill and Mark Linfield, filmed … [Read more...]
