Why I’m hoping Feast wins short animated film Oscar
I’m working on my Oscar picks and while some are a struggling, this may be the first year that I have a definitive pick for the category “Short Film – Animated.” I’m really hoping to see Feast, the short film from Disney Animation Studios, take home the Oscar in this category. When my tween daughter […]
My review of Starbucks Tiramisu Latte
Today Starbucks unveiled its newest beverage offering: the Tiramisu Latte. I like tiramisu (love may be the more appropriate word) and I like lattes, so I had to give this a shot. Starbucks describes the drink as “espresso with hints of creamy mascarpone, finished with whipped cream and a dusting of rich chocolate powder.” So […]
Valentine’s Day advice for parents from the experts
Happy Valentine’s Day! May your day be full of all kinds of love! Please know that you have a special place in my heart for being a blog reader. I’m incredibly lucky to have a job I love and to be able to say I am a writer and that is all thanks to you. […]
Simple ideas for making your Valentine’s Day breakfast special
I love that Valentine’s Day falls on the weekend, making it the perfect time for a special breakfast that can really be enjoyed, not just eaten in a rush on the way to school and work. A special Valentine’s Day breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful, though. Here are some idea for making […]
Fascinating facts about Washington and Lincoln just in time for Presidents’ Day
Presidents’ Day is upon us! Always celebrated on the third Monday in February, I remember being a big deal in elementary school. We learned a lot of about Abraham Lincoln and George Washington, both of whom celebrated birthdays in February, hence the timing of the holiday. These two great presidents are huge figures in our […]
7 Fun facts about Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and love is in the air. But how much do you know about the heart-filled holiday and the traditions we use to celebrate it? Here are some fun facts about Valentine’s Day. * Pope Gelasius I first declared February 14 St. Valentine’s Day in 496. He was hoping to […]
7 tips for surviving the heat at Disney with little ones
Frequent Disney visitors have tips and tricks to make their trip as fabulous as possible, and moms especially need that inside scoop. I shared some of my favorite tips from my friends here, but they had more great ideas, especially for the warm weather. Many people are planning their spring break and summer trips, which […]
9 Favorite Features of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
On our recent trip to Walt Disney World, my family stayed at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and we were surprised by just how very much we loved the resort that is modeled on the historic Old Faithful Lodge circa 1904 in Yellowstone National Park. I’ve been an avowed fan of the Beach Club, but the Wilderness […]
13 fun facts and trivia about Mardi Gras
“Laissez les bons temps rouler”, or in English, “Let the good times roll” because Mardi Gras is upon us! Mardi Gras translates to “Fat Tuesday” and marks the last day before Catholics begin Lent on Ash Wednesday, but it is celebrated around the world and often by people of various beliefs. It is a holiday […]
How Q-tips got their name
“Why is a Q-tip called a Q-tip?” my daughter asked yesterday. And I had no idea how Q-tips got their name, so we looked it up. Part of this blog is sharing random facts so that you can answer all your kids’ questions, and this seems to fit firmly in the random fact category, so […]