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How to Enjoy Your Disney Cruise as a Couple (While Your Kids are with You!)

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Couples Disney Cruise

If you are a Disney family, I highly recommend taking a Disney Cruise at some point. My family has been on two, so far, and are dying to go on another! Thanks to the Oceaneer Club and Lab, this can feel like a couples getaway as well as a family vacation. There is plenty for Disney fans of all ages to do on board and in port, including things for parents to do while the kids play at the Club. My girls barely wanted to leave – in fact, they fought with us a couple times when we said it was time for dinner.

While the kids have their own adventures and fun, there is plenty for a couple to do on board that will make them feel like they are having a romantic getaway. My husband and I enjoyed a lot of alone time on our cruise, and it is part of the reason we look forward to booking another cruise. Be sure to stop by and visit the characters too – it is a lot of fun and still great interaction without the little ones!

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Enjoy A Quiet Dinner

Disney Cruise ships all have some nice, quiet, adult only restaurants where parents can relax and enjoy a delicious meal. Now, there is a small fee (last I checked it was $30 per person) but it is so worth it. Don’t get me wrong, the food in the ship’s normal dinner restaurants is incredible, but it is nice to get away from the kids (I mean that in the nicest way possible) and enjoy a couples dinner was something my husband and I really liked about our cruise. The food at Palo was so delicious that I have caught myself daydreaming about it on a few occasions!

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Swim At (Or Relax By) The Adult Only Pool

There are several pools on board – and one of those is only for guests that 18 and up. If you are looking for a spot to relax in the sun without splashing and screaming and…kids…well, this is the one for you. It is quiet, serene, and there is even a bar just a few feet away. While the kids are playing at the Oceaneer Club and refusing to leave to have family time, have some YOU time. You won’t regret it.

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Take Some Classes

My husband and I love to draw. He is REALLY good at it. Me, not so much – but I still enjoy it. Something that we thought was really cool on board our cruise was all the animation classes! You can learn to draw your favorite characters like Mickey, Donald, and Yoda. They even had 18+ classes, where we learned to draw Jessica Rabbit! It was a lot of fun, and took place at one of the bars on board. I highly recommend checking them out when you take your Disney cruise!

What is your favorite thing to do on a Disney Cruise?

Pick Up Wonder on 4K, Blu-ray, & DVD + A Fun DIY Wonder Activity

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I am a big fan of sappy movies. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love action, comedy, and horror too, but if I am in the mood for a feel good movie, there is nothing else that will satisfy that craving. When Wonder hit theaters a few months ago, I really wanted to go see it. However, we just never got around to it. So I was thrilled to receive an advance copy from Lionsgate so I could finally watch this film.

You might have been warned already, but have tissues nearby. This is such a heartwarming movie, and I was happy to have finally seen it. Yes, the story line and plot is pretty obvious. And yes, it is a predictable film. But it is still well worth watching. The main actors are all incredible in it (LOVED Julia Roberts!). Trust me, this is a must see!

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About Wonder

Wonder follows the inspiring story of the Pullman family, whose youngest child, Auggie, is a boy born with facial differences. When Auggie enters mainstream elementary school for the first time, his extraordinary journey unites his family, his school, and his community, and proves that you can’t blend in when you were born to stand out.

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Special Features

The Wonder home entertainment release includes all-new special features, including a never-before-seen 5-part documentary, multiple featurettes, a music video, and an audio commentary.

4K UHD/BLU-RAY/DIGITAL SPECIAL FEATURES:

  • · “Summer of Fun” 5-Part Documentary
    • “A (com)Passion Project” Featurette
    • “Family Matters” Featurette
    • “A Technical Wonder” Featurette
    • “A Note of Kindness” Featurette
    • “We All Deserve a Standing Ovation at Least Once in Our Lives” Featurette
  • “A Child’s Sense of Wonder” Featurette
  • “What a Wonderful World” Featurette
  • Audio Commentary with Stephen Chbosky and R.J. Palacio
  • “Brand New Eyes” Music Video
  • Wonder Soundtrack: Behind-the-Scenes Featurette

DVD SPECIAL FEATURES:

· Audio Commentary with Stephen Chbosky and R.J. Palacio
· “Brand New Eyes” Music Video
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Pick Up Wonder on 4K/Blu-ray/DVD on February 13!

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The Love Story Behind The Queen and The Outcast + My Own Love Story

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Lisa-Don

As you might remember, last month I told you about an amazing new album from Whole Damn Mess. It is called The Queen and The Outcast and I have been listening to it quite a bit lately. Now, I love a good love story, and that is truly what this album is all about. In fact, Don Miggs has said he was inspired by his love for his wife. How sweet is that? I, for one, am certainly glad for his relationship because it gave us this incredible album.

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My Love Story

Being close to Valentine’s Day, I feel compelled to tell you a little bit about my own love story. I met my husband at a mutual friend’s wedding. We lived states apart (North Carolina and Florida). That night, I knew he could be the one. He was in the military so it was near impossible to find the time to see each other. We flew back and forth when we could, but eventually I decided to quit my job and move in with him. That was four short months after we met and when he came down to help me move, he proposed. We got married about a year later and now have two beautiful daughters. It has been nine years and I hope for many, many more!

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The Story Behind The Songs

I told you before that my two favorite songs on the album were “Anywhere Without You” and “When She Says“. I have since added “And Then We Were” to the list. Don Miggs has let us in on the story behind each of the songs on this album, and here are the stories behind my favorites.

The songs on “The Queen & The Outcast” are about the connecting of my life – past and present – they’re about leaps of faith and tough decisions to risk it all on myself, or a girl, or love. About a year ago I set out to write an album about my biggest achievement- this 11-year love affair I’ve had with my wife Lisa: I got the girl, the kids and a life worth celebrating.

“Anywhere Without You”
This one is a declaration of love and commitment to something greater than yourself. And that outro wrote itself.

“When She Says”
My wife is a big music fan. On our first date we spent more time trading songs on an iPod than anything and it was amazing. She wanted to hear me sing and I wanted to remember that feeling here, where she was bringing me home for what would become a hot evening but it always started with a song. That was the way into my wife’s heart and maybe her pants.

And Then We Were

“And Then We Were”
It all happened in a blink. I literally blinked and then we were. This is the blow by blow of our wedding day. Damien Rice sang at the wedding and DzBlowers Daughterdz is a song of his we reference. Most of my family never tried caviar and for some it didnǯt go well with them Dz…leaving caviar in the trashdz. One guess who the Dzqueen and the outcastdz are.

You can purchase the album here. Trust me, you won’t regret it.

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My Little Pony: Spring Into Friendship DVD Episode List

My Little Pony: Spring Into Friendship DVD is a ton of fun — check out the full episode list here!

My Little Pony Spring Into Friendship DVD

My family loves My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. It is one of the shows that we enjoy watching all together – yes, even my husband. So naturally we were excited when the latest DVD was sent to us by Shout Factory Kids! The episodes on Spring Into Friendship are some of our favorites – so we were thrilled! My personal favorite of season 7 was Just for Sidekicks, so I was super excited to see that one on there. That being said, all of the episodes included are pretty amazing and loved by my whole family. Adding this My Little Pony DVD to our collection was a must.

This DVD comes with special egg-decorating stickers, which is pretty amazing! They immediately got my daughters extremely excited for Easter – and we can’t wait to use them when the holiday gets here. I love incorporating our favorite TV shows and movies in to our holiday celebrations, so this was perfect.

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About My Little Pony: Spring Into Friendship

Big trouble is on the horizon when Twilight Sparkle is given only two coveted tickets to the most anticipated event in town! How will she decide which of her best friends gets to go with her? Discover the answer, and see four more amazing pony tales, as Twilight Sparkle, Spike, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Rarity and Fluttershy help usher Springtime into Equestria!

Episode List

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic Spring Into Friendship includes five fun episodes from season 7.

  • The Ticket Master
  • Sisterhooves Social
  • Just For Sidekicks
  • Princess Twilight Sparkle, Part 1
  • Princess Twilight Sparkle, Part 2

 

4 Reasons The 2018 Kia Sorento Dominates in Upstate New York Snow

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Kia provided me with a 2018 Kia Sorento on extended loan. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.

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About five years ago we moved from Florida to New York for my husband’s job. I grew up in Massachusetts and one thing that I knew I was not looking forward to was the snow. What I underestimated was just how much more snow there is in upstate New York than I was used to. I learned to drive in the snow, so you would think I wouldn’t mind it. But I hate it. Well, let me correct myself. I hated driving in the snow. Especially after having kids. I would be a huge ball of nerves worried that I would slide wrong and get in an accident with them in the car. Well, thanks to the 2018 Kia Sorento, I have learned to enjoy driving in the snow.

I was totally blown away by all of the features in this vehicle that have helped me deal with the snow – scratch that, fall in love with the snow. I admit, is something that I never expected to happen. Now, don’t get me wrong, I still hate the cold portion of the snow, but at least I am not too scared to leave my house during it anymore.

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Surround View Monitor (SVM)

One of the coolest things about the Kia Sorento is the Surround Video Monitor. This thing totally blew me away! There are cameras all around the car so that you can hit the “view” button and see all of your angles. Not only that, as soon as you put it in reverse, the view pops up on the screen too. This feature is good for any conditions, but especially when you are dealing with snow and limited viability. I really like that you can select certain angles, or all of them at once.

Heated Seats

One thing I really hate about upstate New York winters is how cold it gets. Some mornings it is below zero. We don’t have a garage so when I walk out of my heated house, right in to the cold I go. But in the Kia Sorento, with the push of a button I can heat up my seats super quick. Not only that, I can choose between three different levels of heat. My lower back and butt get warm within a minute or two, and I love it! Even the second row seats are heated. Yup, you read that right. My girls are still in car seats, so it isn’t that exciting for them, but if you have older kids, they will love it! Too often those that are not in the front seat get shafted, not with the 2018 Kia Sorento!

Kia Sorento Heated Steering Wheel

Heated Steering Wheel

If you thought the heated seats were great, how about the heated steering wheel! I know, I freaked out about it too. I never knew this was a thing until I sat behind the wheel of the 2018 Kia Sorento and noticed a little button on the console. This button looked just like a steering wheel with heat waves coming off of it, so of course, I tapped it right away. I was so excited when within a minute my hands were nice and toasty. This is perfect for freezing cold mornings when the wind is even cutting through your gloves. I also like to use it after I spent a few minutes cleaning the snow off the car and my hands are frozen.

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All Wheel Drive (AWD)

My car before this one was a minivan, and it did not have all wheel drive. In fact, before the Kia Sorento, I had never personally driven an all wheel drive vehicle. The first time I drove it in the snow, I was blown away. I sped up when going around corners and pressed on the brakes (hard) just to test it out before taking the girls in it. I was shocked by how well the Sorento handled in the snow. No slips, slides, or skids. Not once. No matter how hard I pushed the car. I immediately felt relaxed – and even adventurous – behind the wheel.

As you can see, all of these amazing features will not only keep you safe in the snow, they even help you have fun in the snow! Don’t take my word for all of this though, head to your local Kia dealership and test drive one. If you live in a snowy region, then be sure to take it out on a slick day. That way you can see for yourself just how well this baby handles the snow. I can promise you, you will not be disappointed.

What is your must have vehicle feature for the winter months?

A Bad Moms Christmas Will Have You Cracking Up! Bring It Home Feb. 6th

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One of my favorite movies is Bad Moms. I went to see it in theaters with a group of girlfriends and have seen it several times since. I own it on blu-ray and put it on every few months. It makes me laugh so hard, even after having seen it multiple times. The movie totally captures the truth about moms – and that is why I am really excited about the sequel, A Bad Moms Christmas. There was a lot going on at the time it was in theaters, so I didn’t get to go see it. Universal Studios sent me an advance copy of it on blu-ray and I could not wait to check it out.

About A Bad Moms Christmas

The original trio of suburban Chicago pals, Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn, are joined by newcomers Christine Baranski, Cheryl Hines, and Susan Sarandon as the leading ladies’ respective mothers. Raunchy, witty, and fun, A Bad Moms Christmas also stars Justin Hartley and Peter Gallagher and offers a hysterical look into the lives of moms dealing with familial pressures and expectations during the holidays.

Written and directed by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore, this movie follows our three under-appreciated and over-burdened women as they rebel against the challenges and expectations of the Super Bowl for moms: Christmas. And if creating a more perfect holiday for their families wasn’t hard enough, they have to do all of that while hosting and entertaining their own mothers. By the end of the journey, our moms will redefine how to make the holidays special for all and discover a closer relationship with their mothers.

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My Thoughts

The first Bad Moms was so good, I thought there was no way that it could be topped. But I was wrong. From the moment I popped in A Bad Moms Christmas, my sides were aching from laughing so hard. I am not even exaggerating when I say that my face hurt the entire next day from the laughing as well. This movie is fantastic and a must see for all moms – especially those that are fans of the first one.

Bonus Features

One of my favorite things about home releases is all of the bonus features. They are usually pretty amazing – and A Bad Moms Christmas is no different. The gag reel had me laughing so hard, I thought I was going to pee myself – sorry for the TMI!

  • Gag Reel
  • Additional Scenes
  • Crew Music Video
  • Theatrical Trailers

Own it February 6th!

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Solo: A Star Wars Story NEW Trailer + My Reaction Video

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You might know that my husband and I are huge Star Wars fans. I think I have said this before but we actually walked out at our wedding reception to the Imperial Death March. We have both been eagerly awaiting Solo: A Star Wars Story, and the trailer was FINALLY released this morning! To say it was amazing is an understatement. All of the actors look fantastic (I mean Donald Glover as Lando! MIND BLOWN!).

See!?!? I told you! SO GOOD! If you are even the tiniest bit a Star Wars (or Han Solo for that matter) fan, than you have to be excited about this. I adore seeing Han as the sneaky, thieving, space pirate that he is. I am really hoping we see him win the Millennium Falcon from Lando (and I am thinking that we will). This trailer was all that I could have hoped for – and more. Just check out my reaction video below.

About Solo: A Star Wars Story

Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and encounters the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes.

“Solo: A Star Wars Story” hits U.S. Theaters on May 25!

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Valentine’s Day Gifts For The Whole Family That Aren’t Candy

Looking for some Valentine’s Day gift ideas that aren’t candy? I have you covered with this unique list of gift ideas!

VDay Gifts 2018

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and so it is time to start brain storming about gifts. Candy and flowers seem to be the go-to for just about anyone, but does everyone really like that? For me personally, I am on a diet so candy is a no go, and flowers die too quickly in my mind. I put together some items that would make great gifts for the whole family. Each item on this guide was personally tested and/or approved by Mama’s Geeky or her family. This guide may contain affiliate links.

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Rodan + Fields Products

Life-changing Regimens. Life-changing results. Start your journey with our best-selling REDEFINE Regimen for the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Founded by world-renowned dermatologists Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields, Rodan + Fields® puts the power of dermatology-based skincare in your hands. With their 60-day Satisfaction Guarantee, you have nothing to lose – besides the appearance of lines and wrinkles!

Shop Here!

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Lucky Tackle Box

Lucky Tackle Box is the #1 fishing subscription box in America, where you can sign up and receive a monthly package full of the hottest lures, tackle and products in the sport fishing industry. LTB is all about education – they create multiple, unique YouTube instructional videos and “how-to” articles each month to help subscribers learn about our products and become better fisherman. They even have 9 different boxes for species ranging from Bass to Walleye, Trout to Fly Fishing!

A subscription is a fantastic gift for couples to get out into nature together or for the spouse that loves to fish or wants to improve their skills and try new products. Many top brands in the fishing industry launch their newest products in the LTB boxes each month and the retail value of the products ALWAYS exceed the cost of the subscription. My husband certainly loved everything he discovered in his box! He said he can’t wait to get out on the lake and try them all out!

Subscribe here.

JBL Pulse 3

JBL Pulse 3

This speaker brings vibrant light and color to the newest speaker in the JBL Pulse line. A new waterproof design and customizable 360 degree LED light show brings a uniqueness to this speaker family without compromising the listening experience. 12 hours of music and lightshow playtime give this speaker an edge – controllable through your smartphone, tablet, or through the speaker itself. The Pulse 3 has the same capabilities as its predecessor, with the added ability of connecting up to 2 smartphones/tablets and creating a JBL ecosystem with other JBL Connect+ enabled speakers. The Pulse 3 is available for purchase now on JBL.com.

Purchase here.

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Squishmallows

Squishmallows are the best gifts for kids of all ages (yes, I have one in my office and it is amazing). Squishmallow plush toys are on the way to fill your hearts with love and affection. Since 2017, the Squishmallows™ collection has offered comfort, support and warmth as a couch companion, pillow pal, bedtime buddy and travel teammate. No need to feel alone, you’ll have a buddy for the movies, the bedtime stories, the laughs and more! They are the most comfortable plushes I have ever felt, and I want to fill my home with them!

Purchase here!

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Gold Toe Socks

Love is in the air, and we have the perfect gift for the pine-apple of your eye! Make this Valentine’s Day a little sweeter with a fun pair of Gold Toe socks, the perfect accessory for anyone with a golden sense of style and personality. Now featuring 24/7 Fresh odor control technology, these styles will keep you looking fresh, and staying fresh. Whether you’re out for a night on the town, or cuddled up, toasting your toes by a fireplace, you can vamp up your V-Day with Gold Toe!

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Pilot Pens

Pilot’s Precise Deco Collection pens are a great gift for Valentines with an eye for design and a love for precision. With rich colors, bold shapes and exuberant styles inspired by the Art Deco era, the Precise Deco Collection brings fashion to your fingertips. For your most vibrant and colorful Valentine, Pilot’s FriXion Colors Erasable Marker Pens add a touch of creativity and style to artistic projects and everyday tasks. With unique thermo-sensitive, erasable ink that really erases, these erasable marker pens are available in a variety of fun and fresh colors (including two varieties of pink!).

Pilot’s signature G2 gel ink pen dressed up for the occasion, the G2 Limited combines the unsurpassed smooth writing of G2 gel ink with a premium metal barrel in rich matte color, premium metal accents and a comfortable color coordinated rubber grip. The perfect go-to pen for any Valentine looking to add a bit of style and sophistication to their everyday tasks.

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JBL JR

JBL JR

JBL’s first line of kids’ headphones, JBL Jr, includes both wired and wireless models specifically designed for children ages three to ten. JBL Jr is built with JBL’s Pure Bass sound and fine-tuned for lower sound pressure levels with the JBL Safe Sound feature, so children can safely indulge their passion for music, movies and video games. Cleverly designed 3D axis rotation ear cups automatically adjust to children’s ear sizes to create a perfect seal. This, in combination with the premium and flexible ear cushions, provides a high level of Passive Noise Cancellation so kids don’t have to strain their hearing when listening to audio in noisy environments, like airplanes. Available for purchase on JBL.com and select airport retailers.

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The Eternity Rose

Eternity Rose

There is nothing a woman loves more than feeling special, and what better way to show her you care than by finding the perfect romantic gift for her? When you want to commemorate an important occasion, you need to choose something that can be treasured for a lifetime, and one that makes her think of you every time she sees it on display. The Eternity Rose is an alluring and magnificent ornament that speaks volumes about the depths of your love. These roses are picked at the peak of their beauty, and then dipped in pure 24k gold, platinum or silver. They are glazed and gold-trimmed roses and rose jewelry. All Eternity Rose products will literally last an eternity.

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TheBroBasket

Let’s face it, chocolate hearts and teddy bears just don’t cut it for the guys in our lives. So this Valentine’s Day, let’s dazzle our guys with TheBroBasket’s line of cool, bro-approved baskets. The founders of TheBroBasket know what men want. That’s why they created a variety of guy-friendly gift baskets like Viva Tequila, The Junk Foodie Party Package, The Cali Craft Beer Sampler and A Bite of Bourbon.

What’s even more awesome is that TheBroBasket lets you create custom baskets so you can choose all the cool stuff you want in your guy’s BroBasket and make it one awesome drinkable arrangement. From whiskey samplers, craft beer, fine wines and all kinds of snacks, TheBroBasket is sure to please. There are lots of non-alcohol baskets to choose from too! and its breezy online shopping experience means no more stress at the mall!

Shop TheBroBasket Valentine’s Day Gifts Here.

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Society Socks

Society Socks is a bold sock company with a social cause. With every pair of socks sold, another pair is donated to charity. Behind the brand is a strong team of innovators looking to create a positive change in the world. Society Socks are the ultimate blend of craftsmanship and style. They turn the traditional understanding of socks inside out and create products that help people express their individuality. Society Socks supports the notion that socks shouldn’t be dull and colorless, but bold and expressive.

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Slimsation

Everyone knows the saying, “summer bodies are made in the winter,” but not everyone has the time to hit the gym. School, work, and other everyday activities can cause us to put working out on the back burner. For those who can fit the gym into their busy schedules, results may not be coming fast enough or maybe you just had a child and you aren’t seeing that baby weight go away quick enough. Whatever your situation is, Slimsation has a pair of bottoms just right for you!

Slimsation prides itself in being fashionably comfortable and slimming. With these bottoms, you’ll notice a difference in your body almost instantly. What’s the secret behind Slimsation you may ask? Each bottom is made with a tummy control panel that works to flatten your stomach thus slimming down your body as you carry on with your day-to-day activities. They’re so comfortable that you won’t even notice you’re wearing them!

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Heartwood Hotel “Better Together”

Spring has come to Fernwood Forest, and the Heartwood Hotel is all a-bustle. With Mr. Heartwood off on vacation, it’s up to Mona and the rest of the staff to keep everything running smoothly. When rumors buzz of a rival hotel, Gilles is determined to prove that the Heartwood is the very best with the splashiest Spring Splash the forest has ever seen. Guests check in from near and far to compete for the Cutest Egg, the Tiniest Talent, and the Best Blossom. Newcomer Henry is all too happy to help out, making Mona start to feel unsure of her place. Does the Heartwood really need her as much as she thought? But soon there’s more to worry about than whose egg has the sweetest speckles. Some decidedly uninvited guests have been drawn to the festivities. Can Mona find a way to bring everyone together in time to save them all from danger?

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ANIA Animals

Get ready for a pack of animal fun with ANIA Animals, the all-new preschool line of articulated animals and playsets designed to inspire hours of nature-themed play and exploration. Highly-detailed ANIA Animals feature multiple points of articulation for realistic role play and feature animals from around the globe. These animals are so much fun! They have a wide variety – from sea animals, to dinosaurs, and more! My daughters have been playing with all of their sets non-stop since they arrived. Parents, they are high quality toys that will last through years and years of imaginative play.

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The Cat In The Hat Knows A Lot About That Season 2

Enjoy volume 1 of the second season of The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! in this 2-disc set! The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! follows the adventures of 6-year-old best friends, Sally and Nick, as they are whisked off on extraordinary voyages of scientific discovery with the Cat in the Hat. Thanks to the Thinga-ma-jigger and our friends, exploring has never been more exciting! In this volume, Kids will learn the answers to questions like what causes day to change into night, why do we sneeze, and what makes our heart beat. And the discoveries don’t end there! We learn about why animals ears come in many shapes and sizes, how different animals carry their babies, who are the fastest creatures in the world and why male crickets chirp, what feathers are used for and so much more! So let’s go, go, go on an adventure with The Cat in the Hat today!

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Mama’s Geeky’s Must Have Video Games Series: Call of Duty World War II

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The next game in my must have video games series is Call of Duty: World War II. This game is the latest game in a long franchise of Call of Duty games. If you haven’t picked it up yet, here is why you should!

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT IT

To be totally honest, Call of Duty: World War II surprised me. I didn’t think I would have as much fun as I do playing it. Probably my favorite thing about it is the couch co-op. The fact that my husband and I can play online together, on the same gaming console, with split screen. We really enjoy gaming together and there are so few good games out there that we can play together. When he isn’t home and I want to play, I can play online, or tackle campaign mode. Plus, there is an amazing survival level that is all about fighting zombies. Actually, I shouldn’t call it a survival level because it does have objectives, but you know what I mean. I personally love unwinding after a long day by shooting some Nazi Zombies, I mean, who wouldn’t?

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WHO IT’S FOR

This game is for just about anyone (over the age of 13 or so), in my opinion. You don’t have to be a fan of the series either, if you ask me. As long as you like shooters, you can jump right in with this one. I enjoy shooters, but they are not my favorite type of gaming. For me, I will always choose an RPG type game over a shooter. But this one has me addicted. The campaign is great, multi-player is fun, and the zombie levels are awesome! I fully admit that I am not great at this game, but I still have a lot of fun playing it!

ABOUT CALL OF DUTY: WWII

Call of Duty: WWII creates the definitive World War II next generation experience across three different game modes: Campaign, Multiplayer, and Co-Operative. Featuring stunning visuals, the Campaign transports players to the European theater as they engage in an all-new Call of Duty story set in iconic World War II battles. Multiplayer marks a return to original, boots-on-the ground Call of Duty gameplay. Authentic weapons and traditional run-and-gun action immerse you in a vast array of World War II–themed locations. The Co-Operative mode unleashes a new and original story in a standalone game experience full of unexpected, adrenaline-pumping moments.

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AVAILABLE PLATFORMS

Call of Duty: World War II is available for Playstation 4, XBOX One, and PC. I own it for Playstation 4, but that was before we purchased the XBOX One X and a 4K TV. If I had the choice now, I would go with XBOX.

Purchase Call of Duty: WW2 here!

One Month Keto Diet Update: 5 Dinner Recipes + 1 Dessert Recipe

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Looking for a delicious keto recipe? Here are 5 of my dinner favorites — and a to die for keto approved dessert recipe! Plus a weight update.

Keto Diet

I started the Keto way of eating a month ago now. As you might know already, my last update was at the two week mark. I had lost 10 pounds, going from 174 to 164. With most diets, it gets harder to lose as time goes on. Which makes sense since you start to have less to lose.

Well, after one full month of Keto eating (January 1st to February 1st), I now weigh in at 159. That is 5 pounds in 2 weeks, and 15 pounds in one month – which is pretty good. I stuck to Keto eating and working out almost daily. However, in the interest of honesty, I did “cheat” a little bit (I had a vodka, water, and MIO drink a couple of times – which is Keto approved and didn’t kick me out of Ketosis).

One Month Keto

I expected my weight loss to slow down, but I won’t lie. I was a little disappointed. Having gone down so fast, so quickly, to start with boosted my confidence. Because I was not feeling great about my loss, I put two pictures side-by-side. One from the day I started, and one from the day I was feeling down.

I noticed myself toning up and could definitely see a lot of inches lost. OK, this IS working I told myself. My first goal is 155, so 4 pounds away. Hoping to hit that goal before I spend 12 days at Disney – wish me luck!

Favorite Recipes

I have had many people ask me about the food I have been eating. Because of that, I decided to share 10 of my favorite recipes. These are ones we have already made at least twice – and that the entire family has enjoyed.

Keto is not just a diet, it is a lifestyle change. A new way of eating. These recipes have made it much easier for me and my husband to stick to this, and I hope you enjoy.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Keto PizzaCooked

Chicken Bacon Ranch Cream Cheese Crust Pizza

First, make your cream cheese crust using this recipe. Cut chicken breast in to squares and cook through. Use ranch dressing as sauce for the pizza as desired and top with mozzarella, cheddar, cooked and cut up bacon (or bacon bits), and chicken. Top with more ranch dressing as desired. Bake at 350 for approximately 20 minutes.

If these types of pizzas aren’t for you, try making pizza sauce from tomato paste, and then top with whatever you love most!

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Buffalo Chicken Celery Boats

These are the perfect snack for game days or lazy Sundays! And they only take a few minutes to make. Simply cook up some Frank’s Buffalo Chicken Dip (we opted out of the blue cheese crumbles) and scoop it into sliced up celery. Top with ranch dressing if desired.

Keto Philly Cheese Steak

Philly Cheese Steak on 90 Second Keto Bread

This is a recipe that we came up with on our own – and is one of our favorites! It is delicious, and also super easy to make.

  • 1.5 lbs of beef
  • 1 Bell Pepper (chopped)
  • 1/4 Onion (chopped)
  • 6 Slices of deli purchased cheese (we use Sharp White Cheddar)
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcester Sauce
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Brown beef in pan. Add chopped peppers and onions. Stir for 2 to 3 minutes and add beef broth and Worcester Sauce. Stir until well mixed and broth is gone. Add salt and pepper to taste. Lay cheese slices on top and melt. Scoop up and put on a slice of 90 second Keto bread if desired. Makes 2 to 3 servings.

Broccoli Bacon Chicken Casserole

Another really easy recipe that we found online is Broccoli Bacon Chicken Casserole. It is easily a favorite in the house – and a great way to get the kids to eat their vegetables!

chicken cream cheese stuffed peppers

Chicken Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers

The recipe quickly became one of our favorites. We opted to add bacon bits on top. Personally, I skip the salsa, but my husband loves it! Even my daughters devour this meal as soon as it is put in front of them. Sometimes we add bacon bits for fun, which you see pictured above. I like to serve it with a side salad.

keto cinnamon swirl cheesecake

Cinnamon Swirl Cheesecake

If you are missing sweets, this recipe is sure to take care of that for you. I found it in Maria Emmerich’s ketogenic cookbook that we got when we first started this way of eating. Cheesecake has been one of our family’s favorite desserts for quite sometime. So it was something that we were really missing. We had so much fun making this cheesecake all together, as a family. Which made it taste even sweeter!

Do You Have A Favorite Keto Recipe?