Watch the Queen of Katwe trailer featuring Lupita Nyong’o
There are lots of movies I’m excited about this summer (I’m looking at you, Finding Dory!), but there’s a movie that will be released in theaters this coming September that has definitely piqued my interest: Disney’s Queen of Katwe. Queen of Katwe tells the true story of Phiona Mutesi, a girl who sold corn on […]
At the movies in 2016: Flicks my family can’t wait to see
2016 is going to be a big year in a variety of different ways. In the athletic realm, there are the Summer Olympics in Rio in August. In the political arena (and the televisions ads), the presidential election will dominate. In our house, our daughter starting high school will be a big event. And at […]
Disney Screen Giveaway: A new way to watch your favs on the big screen
I’m really excited about Disney Screen, and even more thrilled that they have not one but two family four-packs of tickets to give away! Yup, unlimited viewing of up to 16 Disney movies on the big screen for the month of August, including The Little Mermaid, Up, Dumbo, and Monsters, Inc. What is Disney Screen? […]
Check out the trailer for “The Finest Hours” and why it was significant to me
My old roommate, Lisa, told me lots of stories about what it is what like growing up with her dad in the Coast Guard. From hearing about his adventures in Antarctica to serving in Alaska to missing his family during extended absences, her dad’s career in the Coast Guard sounded exciting, adventurous, and challenging. Her […]
Football movies that are great for the whole family on Netflix #StreamTeam
College football has always been a huge part of fall for me. It goes hand in hand with the crunch of falling leaves and picking apples. Going to Notre Dame solidified my status as a college football fan for life. My fighting Irish are ranked #5 in the nation, and this weekend they face off […]
Friday night pizza and movie night #StreamTeam
Hellooooooo, Friday! So very lovely to see you again! I thought you’d never get here! Fridays are big deal in our house. I know it’s not that way for everyone. When I called my parents and wished my dad a happy Friday, he paused for a beat and said, “Uh, thanks?” He then explained that […]