If you are going to the movies this week, you must see Queen of Katwe. It’s inspiring to watch 10-year-old Phiona overcome so many obstacles and extreme poverty to become such an amazing chess player in Uganda. “Living in the slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda, is a constant struggle for 10-year-old Phiona (Madina Nalwanga) and […]
Pete’s Dragon Movie Review
August 12, 2016 By
Disney knocked it out of the park with Pete’s Dragon! It’s even better than the first, but keep reading for my non-spoiler warning for young kids. I loved Pete’s Dragon and honestly, it’s the first movie that I’m dying to go back on opening day to see again. It’s reminiscent of the old Disney Sunday […]
The BFG: Movie Review
July 1, 2016 By
I’ll be honest with y’all…I had never heard of The BFG until the movie promos started. I hadn’t read the book and I didn’t know what the movie was really about. The BFG is the story of an orphaned girl who is kidnapped by a giant. Sophie is initially frightened by the giant, but quickly […]
Captain America Party Ideas
May 6, 2016 By
Fun and creative foods and projects for a perfect party with these Captain America Party Ideas. Food Red White & Blue Layered Drinks Captain America Fruit Platter Captain America Cookie Cake Red White & Blue Popcorn Super Hero Serum {aka Punch} Captain America Party Subs Fruit Kabobs Captain America Layered Jello Cups Captain America Shield […]
Zootopia Movie Review
March 4, 2016 By
Disney is no stranger to talking animal movies. While Zootopia is a action-packed comedy with a fun female lead character it has a pretty obvious racial message. It’s probably the most political animated movie from Disney that I’ve seen, but it’s still a fun movie that the kids will love. “The modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia […]
The Finest Hours Movie Review
January 29, 2016 By
The Finest Hours is based on the incredible true story from 1952. It’s almost unbelievable and the movie keeps you on the edge of your seat. OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS: A heroic action-thriller, “The Finest Hours” is the remarkable true story of the most daring rescue mission in the history of the Coast Guard. Presented in Digital 3D™, […]
Star Wars Inspired Bento Box
December 18, 2015 By
Make this Star Wars inspired bento box you will. Yes, hmmm. Do you have Star Wars fans in your house? We definitely are excited for The Force Awakens (read our review here before you take the kiddos)! This is a lunch I made for my kids to get them ready for the movie. I find they are […]
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Movie Review
December 16, 2015 By
Read our spoiler free Star Wars: The Force Awakens Movie Review and find out if it is worth all the hype. Earlier this week, I attended a secret press screening of the newest episode in the Star Wars franchise…Star Wars: The Force Awakens. I’ve always love the Star Wars movies, though I’m not a super […]
The Good Dinosaur Movie Review
November 25, 2015 By
Earlier this week, I was able to take my 6 year old son to a media preview of the The Good Dinosaur. Make sure to keep reading my The Good Dinosaur Movie Review to find out why I don’t think it’s appropriate for really young children. Official Synopsis: “The Good Dinosaur” asks the question: What […]
Inside Out Movie Review
June 19, 2015 By
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS: Do you ever look at someone and wonder what is going on inside their head? Disney•Pixar’s original new film “Inside Out” ventures inside the mind to find out. Based in Headquarters, the control center inside 11-year-old Riley’s mind, five Emotions are hard at work, led by lighthearted optimist Joy (voice of Amy Poehler), whose mission is to […]
