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
August 16, 2013 by
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!
August 16, 2013 by 1 Comment
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
August 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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
August 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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
August 15, 2013 by 2 Comments
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...]
{Review} Enjoying the Summer with Suddenly Salad
July 30, 2013 by 2 Comments
Disclosure: The information and prize pack have been provided by General Mills through MyBlogSpark. During the colder months, I tend to stay away from salads. I prefer hot, hearty meals in the winter to keep me warm and toasty.......but isn't that the norm with everyone? In the summer, I’m all about salads and smoothies. It’s easy for me to maintain my weight in the summer because I’m not indulging in all of those carbs for dinner. ;) Recently, I received an email from MyBlogSpark to try … [Read more...]
DreamWorks Presents, Dragons: Riders of Berk Part 1 & 2 | Plus, a Giveaway!
July 30, 2013 by 3 Comments
I am a FOX Home Entertainment Insider and receive products for review. All opinions are always my own. DreamWorks Dragons: Riders of Berk Part 1 and Part 2 released on July 23rd. It's an action-packed animated adventure based on the Academy Award-Nominated hit movie How To Train Your Dragon. My daughter loved How To Train Your Dragon so when the movie pack arrived, she was very excited. Immediately she wanted to start watching the episodes. She's the youngest so she's into … [Read more...]
Special Movie Screening Giveaway! One Direction: This Is Us in 3D
July 29, 2013 by 1 Comment
I was invited to a special mother/daughter screening of One Direction's new movie, This Is Us. And because I adore my readers so much, I have a very exciting offer for ten (10) of my wonderful readers to go see the highly anticipated film this Saturday, August 3 at 10am in NYC. My 14-year-old daughter is HUGE fan of One Direction. Just a few weeks ago, I took her to Hershey Park to see them in concert and she had a blast. Every seat was taken and girls everywhere were screaming their lungs … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Kids Grow Up Way Too Fast!
July 24, 2013 by 4 Comments
The photo above was taken at the Bronx Zoo in 2005. And here we are again at the Bronx Zoo two weeks ago. Kids grow up way too fast so grab yours and make sure they know they are loved. Happy Wednesday!! … [Read more...]
