I was able to sit down with Djimon Hounsou when he was in Chicago promoting his latest movie HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2. He voices the character of Drago Bludvist. HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 is the thrilling second chapter of the epic HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON trilogy and it does not… Continue reading Soul to Soul Interview with Djimon Hounsou on Being The Voice of Drago Bludvist in How To Train Your Dragon 2
Category: My Favorite Things
Kicking Off Summer with Nerf Super Soakers
Hands down, these are the BEST water blasters we had ever had. They are EASY, DURABLE, and ACTUALLY WORK! Thank you Hasbro, for the opportunity to review these super fun soakers!
Moms’ Night Out and My Interview with Sarah Drew
MOMS’ NIGHT OUT – a comedy about the chaos of motherhood and life – will be in theaters starting May 9, just in time for Mother’s Day. I had the opportunity to sit down with the Sarah Drew (who portrays Allyson in the movie) and is also a regular cast member on the popular ABC… Continue reading Moms’ Night Out and My Interview with Sarah Drew
Best Buy has Great Mother’s Day Gifts
Greatest Gifts for Moms at Best Buy As a member of Best Buy’s Women’s Leadership Forum, I was asked to share my favorite gifts from Best Buy for Mother’s Day! Are you a fitness fanatic? A foodie? A mover and shaker? An entertainer? Or an adventurer mom like me? Best Buy truly has all types… Continue reading Best Buy has Great Mother’s Day Gifts
Top Ten Things About Family Dinners at Houlihan’s (Plus $50 Gift Card Giveaway)
Thank you to Houlihan’s Restaurant for sponsoring today’s post! Disclaimer: Compensation was provided by Houlihan’s via MomTrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Houlihan’s or MomTrends. My family was invited to experience dinner at our local Houlihan’s. I love when blogging opportunities take… Continue reading Top Ten Things About Family Dinners at Houlihan’s (Plus $50 Gift Card Giveaway)
The Best Mother’s Day Gift – Listen To Your Mother
Although I am STILL covered in snow, here in Chicago, I know SPRING is on its way. I am slowly hearing birds chirp and my neighbor keeps promising me it’s almost here. I am dreaming of green grass, bike rides, tank tops, flip flops, and simply basking in the sun with my morning cup of… Continue reading The Best Mother’s Day Gift – Listen To Your Mother
I Asked for Intentional Blogging and the Universe Sent me Deepak Chopra
I Have Been Invited to Join Team Chopra! It’s funny what happens when you pause, go deep, set an intention, and create a crystal clear vision for your life. Magical things happen. I promise. Here’s a perfect example. During the dreaming month of January, I spent 4 days in Sea Ranch, California dreaming and visualizing… Continue reading I Asked for Intentional Blogging and the Universe Sent me Deepak Chopra
Gift Guide for Boys – Active Can’t Sit Still Boys
My 2013 Gift Guide for Boys I finally did it! I created a holiday gift guide for boys based on the fact that my very active boys do not want to sit still. Below you will find some of my favorite toys and games that are not only fun, but also hold my boys’ attention.… Continue reading Gift Guide for Boys – Active Can’t Sit Still Boys
My Fitmark Dashing Tote
I’m excited to introduce you to Fitmark, a California based company that makes sports bags that are both practical and fashionable (plus they come in super fun bright colors). Although Fitmark bags were created for the fitness enthusiast, the quality and durability of my Dashing Tote allows me to use my bag as my mobile… Continue reading My Fitmark Dashing Tote
Meeting the Cast of the CBS New Comedy MOM (Anna Faris + Allison Janney)
Click here to read my full #CBSMOM Recap. Last week, during my Ultimate CBS Experience, I was invited to attend a Q&A session with the cast of the new CBS Comedy MOM with a handful of other parenting and lifestyle bloggers. Gemma Baker, the co-creator and producer, graciously welcomed us to the set. She told… Continue reading Meeting the Cast of the CBS New Comedy MOM (Anna Faris + Allison Janney)
CBS Comedy MOM – My #CBSMom Experience
Remember how I won the Ultimate CBS Experience back in August to see the CBS comedy MOM? Well last week, my mom and I flew to L.A. and truly had the Ultimate CBS Experience! My CBS Comedy MOM Experience – What Do I Begin? Where do I begin when I win a free trip to… Continue reading CBS Comedy MOM – My #CBSMom Experience