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Year: 2015

Laughter Keeps You Young! Juvederm From CosmetiCare’s Medspa Helps Too Though!

Disclosure: I am part of CosmetiCare’s Mom Ambassador Program. I received medspa services in order to write my review. All opinions are 100% my own. 

CosmetiCare-Juvederm-2It’s no secret that I love to laugh and giggle. Personally, I believe that laughter keeps you young! There’s no substitute for a good laugh, especially laughing with someone else!  However, as I’ve gotten older, laugh lines on my face have gotten more visible. Aging is my least favorite thing in the world! I feel like every time I look in the mirror, there’s another new wrinkle or something new that bothers me about my face.

Every-Time-I-Look-In-The-MirrorUp until recently, I actually had “parenthesis” on my face. Yep, parenthesis…like one on each side of my mouth! I’m NOT ok with that! Parenthesis belong on your paper and not around your mouth!

Juvederm-ParenthesisAs part of CosmetiCare’s Mom Ambassador program, I scheduled an appointment at their world-class MedSpa for some Juvederm injections in my “parenthesis” area. It’s more visible on the left side of my mouth and mostly when I’m not smiling. I guess I should just keep smiling then, right?

CosmetiCare-Juvederm-My-ParenthesisBefore moving forward with the injections, I chatted with Kat, the technician, and we talked about what to expect. Juvederm is a When you receive Juvederm injections, the area you’re targeting is almost instantly transformed, allowing you to see results right away.

CosmetiCare-Juvederm-1Kat explained told me that she’d be injecting the lines next to my mouth and filling them in, but that they wouldn’t be completly gone, in order to maintain a somewhat natural look and also so that your face doesn’t end up looking too full.

CosmetiCare-Juvederm-iceShe gave me some ice first, to kind of numb the area. Honestly, none of it hurt so when you’re looking at my expression in this picture, I’m actually just joking!

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CosmetiCare-Juvederm-needleWhen Kat was finished injecting, the lines were almost all gone. It was a HUGE improvement and I was so happy with my results!

CosmetiCare-Juvederm-resultsDo you have any areas on your face with lines that could use a little filling in? If you don’t love the way you look, maybe you should look into getting some Juvederm at CosmetiCare’s MedSpa. Schedule a complimentary consultation with one of their technicians by calling 949.537.2381.

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poqetDONUTS Brings Custom Doughnuts to Orange County

poqetDONUTS, the first doughnut shop in Orange County to offer custom doughnuts alongside signature gourmet creations, will have its Grand Opening on Saturday, November 14th at 9 a.m.

poqetDONUTS-grand-openingThe first 100 guests in line that morning will have the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary doughnut from poqetDONUTS’ unique signature flavors, including Avocado, Burnt Pistachio, Blueberry, Pumpkin Spice, Tiramisu, Nutella, Green Tea, and Butter Salt. In addition, 10% of the day’s sales from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. will be donated to The Irvine Public Schools Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides financial support and enrichment programs for the students of the 33 schools in the Irvine Unified School District.

poQET-donuts-blueberryThe name poqet, pronounced “pocket,” is derived from a folklore story of two best friends who met on a park bench daily to share doughnuts, which were kept in their pockets. The story of these “pocket donut” friends is placed on the wall inside the shop to provide a simple explanation of the name’s origins to guests. poqetDONUTS-pistachio

Signature doughnuts will change seasonally and currently include:

  • Avocado – Green is the new black.
  • Maple Bacon – The main reason we are not vegetarians.
  • Campfire – Let’s roast some marshmallows and party S’more!
  • PB & noJ – Peanut Butter makes everything Peanut Better.
  • Cookies & Cream – These are like people – the good stuff is on the inside.
  • Strawberry Fields Forever – If you are what you eat, get ready to be delicious.
  • Pumpkin Spice – One more excuse to have pumpkin-flavored everything.
  • Nutella – Spread love as thick as you would Nutella.
  • Tiramisu – This authentic Italian inspired recipe will have you saying, “Ciao Bella!”
  • Burnt Pistachio – The reason everyone should own a blow torch.
  • Lemon Meringue – When life hands you lemons, make lemon meringue.
  • Cherry Red Velvet – Life is too short to say no to Red Velvet, especially if it’s glazed with cherries!
  • Blueberry – You can’t buy love but, you can buy doughnuts, and that’s kind of the same thing.
  • Black & White – I want someone to look at me the way I look at black & white cake.
  • Vanilla Latte – Life is better buzzed.
  • Green Tea – I love you so Matcha!
  • Butter Salt – Abs are cool, but have you had our butter salt doughnuts?
  • Vegan – Strawberry, Blueberry, and other options available select days

poqetDONUTS-varietyProduction of doughnuts is overseen by a team with more than 30 years of doughnut-making experience. At poqetDONUTS, the culinary team creates custards, fillings, glazes and batters with the great ingredients to ensure that her doughnuts maintain a level of quality that one would expect in a gourmet shop.

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poqetDONUTS is located at:

17655 Harvard Avenue, Unit B (at Main)

Irvine, California

949.932.0800

After the Grand Opening on November 14th, store hours will be as follows:

  • Sunday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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This is not a sponsored post. All images are property of poqetDONUTS.

Fill Out Your Wish List and Head on Over to Irvine Park Railroad’s Christmas Train To See Santa! Tickets Now On Sale!

‘Tis the season once again for Irvine Park Railroad’s annual Christmas Train. This year they’re celebrating their 20th year! Beginning Friday, November 27th through Wednesday, December 23rd you’re invited to visit with friends and family to take an enchanting night ride through historic Irvine Regional Park to meet Santa Claus. The train departs every 15 minutes from the brightly-lit train station and drops passengers off at “The North Pole“. If you’ve never been, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss.

Irvine-Park-Railroad-Christmas-Train-SignChristmas Train tickets may only be purchased online and in advance to ride the train at a specific date and time. Once you purchase your tickets, you’ll have a specific date and time to arrive at the station, get in line, and board the train any time during the hour for which you purchase tickets. Tickets can be purchased beginning November 1st. It’s important to note that they may not be purchased in person. Visit http://www.IrvineParkRailroad.com for more details.

Irvine-Park-Railroad-Christmas-Train-Santa-PictureVisitors may take their own pictures with Santa or you may purchase a picture taken by Irvine Park Railroad. Each 5” x 7” photo will be presented with an Irvine Park Railroad border and available for pickup shortly after being taken.

Irvine-Park-Railroad-Christmas-Train-North-PoleAt the North Pole, visitors may purchase coffee, hot chocolate, freshly-popped popcorn, hot pretzels and cookies from the Elf House Snack Bar.  A full kitchen menu is also available at the train station.

After visiting with Santa, hop back aboard the train and enjoy the colorful Christmas lights and decorations, as well as the magical “Tunnel of Lights”, on the ride back to the station.

In addition to riding The Christmas Train, there are many other activities for children to enjoy in Santa’s Village, which is located next to the train station. Stop by before or after your ride aboard the train. Children’s activities will open one hour prior to when the Christmas Train runs and include:

  • Story Time with Mrs. Claus
  • Christmas Cookie Decorating
  • Carnival Games
  • Ice Fishing
  • Santa Claus Moon Bounce
  • Christmas Coloring Corner
  • Picture Stands Irvine-Park-Railroad-Christmas-Train-Ice-Fishing

Prices for activities in Santa’s Village vary.  For additional information and costs, go here.

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Irvine Park Railroad’s Christmas Tree Ranch
Also beginning the day after Thanksgiving, families will be able to purchase Christmas trees at Irvine Park Railroad. Visitors will be able to choose Douglas fir, Noble fir, and Grand fir trees ranging in height from 4′ to 12′. Christmas tree stands, preservatives, tree disposal bags, wreaths, and garland will also be available for sale. The Christmas Tree Ranch is open daily at 10:00 am beginning Friday, November 27th through Wednesday, December 23rd. Families can walk the Christmas Tree Ranch to find their perfect Christmas tree. Irvine Park Railroad staff will help you load your Christmas Tree into/onto your car.

Irvine-Park-Railroad-Christmas-Train-Wish-ListIf you’d like, you can print out this Wish List to fill out and bring with you to deliver to Santa himself! Just click on the image above and print out!

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As a special way of saying “Happy Holidays”, Irvine Park Railroad is providing me with a Christmas Train Prize package to give away to one of my lucky readers which will include 4 Christmas Train Tickets, 4 Activity Tickets, and 1 Wheel Fun Rentals at Irvine Park Bike Rental (excludes the double surrey). Enter to win on the Rafflecopter below. Good luck everyone!

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This is not a sponsored post. I was invited to attend a media night in exchange for sharing about the event. All opinions are 100% my own. Some images and logo are property of Irvine Park Railroad. 

A Holiday Season Filled With Joy, Cheer And Even a Nighttime Snowfall at Knott’s Merry Farm!

Disclosure: My family & I are invited by GigaSavvy to attend a Media Day at Knott’s Merry Farm. No other compensation was received. All opinions are 100% my own.

Knotts-Merry-Farm-SoCalHalloween is great and I love it, but I’m so happy it’s over because I’m ready for the holiday season to begin now, starting with Knott’s Merry Farm! Have you been before? It’s something my family and I look forward to every year. Starting November 21st, Knott’s will be transformed into Knott’s Merry Farm and filled with the spirit of the holiday season. It’s the perfect place to create holiday memories together as a family. This seasonal event has become one of our annual holiday traditions.

Knotts-Water-TowerDuring Knott’s Merry Farm, park guests can enjoy special live entertainment, a crafts fair, lavish holiday decorations, and a nightly snow in Ghost Town, in addition to Knott’s thrilling attractions. If you’re thinking about getting a 2016 Knott’s Seasonal Pass, you should know that it includes one visit in 2015 and Knott’s Merry Farm is the perfect occasion to use your “one 2015 visit”! Why not grab your 2016 Season Pass today and use it at Knott’s Merry Farm this year?

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Santa’s Christmas Cabin

The Wilderness Dance Hall in Ghost Town is transformed  into Santa’s Christmas Cabin for the holiday season.  Not only can you indulge in holiday delights like homemade cookies, mouthwatering pastries, fresh roasted nuts, seasonal craft beer, and decadent cinnamon rolls here but you can also visit Santa! Kids can share their wish lists with Santa and even take a keepsake photo with him.

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Ghost Town transforms into a shopping wonderland filled with dozens of local artisans selling their unique gifts.
Can’t-miss highlights of the Village include powerful chainsaw sculpting and elegant glass blowing demonstrations. (Entrance to the Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village is free Monday through Thursday, November 23 – December 10, and is included with theme park admission every day.)

Knotts-Merry-Farm-CarolersStrolling the pathways of Ghost Town, the Calico Carolers share the sounds of the season through songs and hand bell chimes. In the intimate setting of Ghost Town’s historic Bird Cage Theatre, Knott’s melodrama company brings to life Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol and O. Henry’s A Gift of the Magi with daily performances.

Enjoy Knott’s world-famous holiday treats, including fresh poured-to-order maple lollipops at the Gold Trails Hotel, holiday churros from the Churro Factory, and warm gingerbread men baked at the Farm Bakery.

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Christmas Tree Lighting 

Another nighttime tradition at Knott’s Merry Farm is Snoopy’s Merriest Tree Lighting show on the Calico Square Stage. This whimsical tree lighting features a cast of marching toy soldiers, the loveable Mrs. Claus, dancing snowmen, and the world’s most famous beagle, Snoopy!

Snowfall in Ghost Town

When the sun sets on the Farm, the buildings and paths in Ghost Town will twinkle to the beat of holiday music while snow gently falls. This year, snow falls across even more of Ghost Town, from the School House to the Saloon and down to the Assay Office. Knotts-Merry-Farm-Snowing(Photo Credit: Knott’s)

Live Entertainment

You’ll find a ton of live entertainment to enjoy with the whole family during Knott’s Merry Farm.

Knotts-Merry-Farm-Snoopy-on-IceReturning this year, the PEANUTS® gang, and a cast of world class ice skaters perform in the breathtaking ice show, Merry Christmas, Snoopy! in the 2,100 seat Charles M. Schulz Theatre. In this whimsical show, Snoopy enjoys all of the best parts of the season, including trimming the Christmas tree, awaiting Santa’s arrival, and attending the Christmas Ball! Select dates, November 21 – Jan 3 (dark Wednesdays).

Knotts-Merry-Farm-Merry-Christmas-Snoopy-2If you love the Peanuts characters as much as we do, you’ll be delighted to find them in the park and dressed for the occasion this time of year! Not only are there photo opportunities with them dressed in holiday attire, you’ can also catch them for a brand-new show in the Camp Snoopy Theater will debut an all-new show, Christmas Time is Here, Charlie Brown. The show features a delightful mash up of some of your favorite holiday songs with a cheerful and heartwarming dose of the Peanuts gang. Knotts-Merry-Farm-Camp-Snoopy-TheaterOther live entertainment you can enjoy during Knott’s Merry Farm includes the toe tappin’, hand clappin’, comedy and bluegrass of Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies! They continue their Knott’s Merry Farm residency this holiday season in the Birdcage Theatre on select nights. Plus, the upbeat blue grass quartet,The Ghost Town Miners, make their eagerly awaited return to the Fireman’s BBQ stage. Southern California’s finest live bluegrass bands can only be seen at Knott’s Merry Farm.

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As I mentioned before, if you’re contemplating getting a 2016 Knott’s Season Pass, now is the ideal time to do so since it includes one free admission in 2015, in addition to unlimited visits in 2016, with no blackout dates, discounts on select food and merchandise, and access to exciting year-round seasonal events like Knott’s Merry Farm!

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Season passes are also the perfect stocking stuffers for all of your friends and family members! It’s affordable year-round fun for everyone on your “nice” list, Season Passes start at just $81.00, the best price of the year for a limited time.

For more information about Knott’s Season Passes, go here. Find Knott’s on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Calling All Team Moms, Room Moms, and Super Moms! You’re Going to LOVE HP Social Media Snapshots! #StickaPic

This is a sponsored campaign with HP and MomSelect. I was compensated and provided with products in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are 100% my own. HP-Social-Media-Snapshots-Cover

When I was invited to participate in a fun promotion with HP, I jumped at the chance. HP Social Media Snapshots is one of their newer product which allow you to print your social snapshots out directly from your social media channels! They look like 4X5 inch sheets of photo paper but are actually STICKABLE photo paper! After printing out a picture, you can stick it somewhere and then have the option of removing it later, without leaving any damage. Also, you can re-stick it again. It’s such a cool product and is currently available exclusively at Staples.

HP-Social-snapshots-boxHP Social Snapshots was tailored JUST for the HP Social Media Snapshots app! The app is free to download and really easy to use. After you download it, you can choose photos from Instagram, Facebook, Flickr or even pictures from your camera roll.

HP-Social-Media-Snapshots-Print-FromI upload so many pictures on my channels but never actually print them out. My intentions are good and I always meant to, but it’s such a hassle to first send them to my laptop, then pull them up on my laptop,  to finally print them. It’s just too many steps and I’m a busy mom. HP-Social-Media-Snapshots-AppWell, luckily for all of us, the HP Social Media Snapshots app sends the photos directly from your smartphone (or Tablet) to the HP Envy printer to print! The printer functions wirelessly, so you just need to set it up on a network and you can print out the pictures from your phone.

HP-Social-Snapshots-printing-partyHP generously sent me all the supplies I needed to have an printing party in an instant. I received one HP Envy printer, ink, and plenty of the special Snapshots paper. I was able to grab some of my cheer mom friends and their daughters to spend some time playing around with the app and printing out some fun pictures.  As long as their phones were on the same wireless network as the printer, they, too, could print out whatever they wanted What ended up happening was that the girls took over our phones and starting snapping selfies. I guess that’s just what pre-tweens spend a lot of time doing these days?

HP-Social-Snapshots-Selife-1The girls were so busy playing around with our phones, that they had no idea we took a couple pictures of them while they were snapping selfies. Well, they didn’t know until I posted both of the pictures on my Instagram! A picture of a selfie!

HP-Social-Snapshots-Selife-2After I shared the pictures on my Instagram, I went into the HP Social Snapshots app on my phone and printed out both of the pictures from my Instagram. I like printing Instagram  pictures from the Social Snapshots app because they already have the captions and emojis on them, but the app also allows you to add your own caption to any picture and change the frame, the look of the Instagram ones just happens to be my most favorite one.

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After you send to print, you just wait and they print out right then and there! It’s really easy, as long as your wireless network is all set up for the printer and the smartphones to run on.

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The girls are actually putting together a little album over the year with the HP Social Media Snapshots they printed out and will continue to add to it throughout the cheer season. It’s literally one of the best inventions ever, especially for moms like me who often make the promise of printing pictures out but never really get around to it!

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Take advantage of this special offer through October 31st. HP Social Media Snapshots are BOGO when you go here and click “redeem now”.

So, are YOU ready to print out some of your snapshots from your smartphone or Tablet?

American Girl Store Will Join The Shops at Mission Viejo For the Holidays! Grand Opening Celebration 11/15!

IMG_5984Calling all American Girl fans! Something very merry is happening this holiday—an American Girl store is coming to The Shops at Mission Viejo! They’ll be celebrating with a grand-opening weekend party, and they’re inviting you, your girl, and your most-fun friends to join in on all of the fun!

L_RET_CORP_15041_035 The store will feature a curated assortment of the popular American Girl dolls, books, and accessories, along with the signature Doll Hair Salon! The temporary store will be open for shopping until early 2016 to celebrate the wonderful holiday season! L_RET_DHS_15041_035In addition, during the Grand Opening celebration, girls will receive a free gift and craft while supplies last, and can enter to win a Grace doll and paperback book.

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So who’s ready for the holiday season to begin already? I know I am! I cannot wait for this Grand Opening Celebration on November 15! Will YOU be there too?

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This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own. All images property of American Girl & Simon Malls.

Walt Disney Studios Introduces Full Voice Cast of #Zootopia!

homepage_hero_zootopia_ff01f669Exciting news about Disney’s upcoming film “Zootopia”! Set to release in theaters next Spring, on March 4, 2016, this Big Screen adventure is going to be another family favorite!

Have you watched the trailer yet?

Here’s a synopsis of the film: 
The modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia is a city like no other. Comprised of habitat neighborhoods like ritzy Sahara Square and frigid Tundratown, it’s a melting pot where animals from every environment live together—a place where no matter what you are, from the biggest elephant to the smallest shrew, you can be anything. But when rookie Officer Judy Hopps (voice of Ginnifer Goodwin) arrives, she discovers that being the first bunny on a police force of big, tough animals isn’t so easy. Determined to prove herself, she jumps at the opportunity to crack a case, even if it means partnering with a fast-talking, scam-artist fox, Nick Wilde (voice of Jason Bateman), to solve the mystery. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia,” a comedy-adventure directed by Byron Howard (“Tangled,” “Bolt”) and Rich Moore (“Wreck-It Ralph,” “The Simpsons”), and produced by Clark Spencer (“Wreck-It Ralph,” “Lilo & Stitch”) opens in theaters on March 4, 2016.

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Walt Disney Studios officially introduced the Voice Cast for Zootopia and it looks to be an amazing and talented cast. ‘Zootopia’ features such a large and diverse range of characters—one of the biggest casts ever for a Disney Animation film.

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ZOOTOPIA-Nick-Joining Ginnifer Goodwin, who provides the voice of Zootopia’s first bunny officer Judy Hopps; Jason Bateman, who lends his voice to con-artist fox Nick Wilde; and Shakira, who voices international superstar Gazelle, are the following members of the “Zootopia” voice cast:

Idris Elba (Netflix’s “Beasts of No Nation,” BBC’s “Luther”) provides the voice of CHIEF BOGO, head of the Zootopia Police Department. A tough cape buffalo with 2,000 lbs of attitude, Bogo is reluctant to add Judy Hopps, Zootopia’s first bunny cop, to his squad of hardened rhinos, elephants and hippos. zoot_rollout_chiefbogo_logo_60c73fd3J.K. Simmons (“Juno,” Oscar® winner for “Whiplash”) lends his voice to MAYOR LEODORE LIONHEART, the noble leader of Zootopia, who coined the city’s mantra that Judy Hopps lives by: “In Zootopia, anyone can be anything.” zoot_rollout_lionheart_logo_13b19616Nate Torrence (HBO’s “Hello Ladies,” Fox’s “Weird Loners”) lends his voice to the Zootopia Police Department’s most charming cheetah, BENJAMIN CLAWHAUSER. Clawhauser loves two things: pop star Gazelle and donuts. From his reception desk, he greets everyone with a warm smile and a helpful paw—covered in sprinkles. zoot_rollout_clawhauser_logo_3ca19ce2Jenny Slate (“Obvious Child,” “Marcel the Shell”) provides the voice of ASSISTANT MAYOR BELLWETHER, a sweet sheep with a little voice and a lot of wool, who constantly finds herself under foot of the larger-than-life Mayor Lionheart. zoot_rollout_bellwether_logo_47adca4eTommy Chong (“Up in Smoke,” “That ’70s Show”) lends his iconic voice to YAX THE YAK, the most enlightened, laid-back bovine in Zootopia. When Judy Hopps is on a case, Yax is full of revealing insights. ZOOTOPIA-YaxOctavia Spencer (“Insurgent,” Oscar® winner for “The Help”) voices MRS. OTTERTON, a desperate otter who turns to Officer Judy Hopps for help in solving her husband’s mysterious disappearance. 

ZOOTOPIA_Mrs_OttertonBonnie Hunt (“Return to Me,” “Jerry Maguire”) provides the voice of BONNIE HOPPS, mother of Judy—and her 275 brothers and sisters. Mrs. Hopps loves and supports her daughter, but is a hare nervous about Judy moving to Zootopia to become a big-city police officer. ZOOTOPIA-Bonnie-and-Stu-HoppsDon Lake (“Dumb and Dumber To,” “The Bonnie Hunt Show”) voices Judy’s father, STU HOPPS, a carrot farmer from Bunnyburrow. Along with Mrs. Hopps, he is worried about Judy moving to Zootopia and the untrustworthy big-city mammals who live there—especially foxes.

Alan Tudyk (“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” “Trumbo”) returns to Disney Animation’s recording studio for his fourth feature in a row as the voice of DUKE WEASELTON, a small-time weasel crook with a big-time weasel mouth, who tries to give Judy the slip during a police chase. ZOOTOPIA-DukeTommy “Tiny” Lister (“Friday,” “The Fifth Element”) voices FINNICK, a fennec fox with a big chip on his adorable shoulder. zoot_rollout_finnick_logo_b79fe0b9Raymond Persi (“Wreck-It Ralph,” WDAS story artist) voices FLASH, the fastest sloth working at the DMV—the Department of Mammal Vehicles.  ZOOTOPIA-FlashKatie Lowes (ABC’s “Scandal,” “Big Hero 6”) lends her voice to DR. MADGE HONEY BADGER, who heads up all of City Hall’s most pressing medical cases.

Jesse Corti (“Frozen,” “Beauty and the Beast”) is the voice of the jaguar MANCHAS, a highly regarded chauffeur who works for the biggest—and shadiest—limo company in town.

John DiMaggio (Fox’s “Futurama,” Cartoon Network’s “Adventure Time”) voices JERRY 2 JUMBEAUX JR., the easily annoyed owner of Jumbeaux’s Café, his elephant ice cream parlor.

I am SO excited for this film! I think my favorite portrayal of a character and character art is for Shakira’s character though. She’s an International Superstar, GAZELLE! How adorable and realistic is her character?

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This is not a sponsored post. ALL images property of Walt Disney Studios. 

DIY Easy Halloween Treat Bags and Tic-Tac-Toe Game! FREE Printables, Too! (Perfect For Busy Moms!)

Happy-Halloween-tic-tac-toe-coverHalloween is such a fun time of year, not only for kids but for moms and teachers, too! I like send something to school with my daughter on Halloween to pass out to her classmates. This year, I made cute little “Happy Halloween Tic-Tac-Toe” treat bags and I’ll be sharing my free printable with you.

Halloween-tic-tac-toeThere are a variety of different treats you can pair this with as the game pieces, including some non-food items. Some ideas might include small Halloween erasers, cubes, pennies and nickels, small candies, Goldfish crackers, pretzels, etc.

Halloween-treats-candyI think you get the idea. You just need to make sure to include 2 different types of treats in each kit so the kids can play Tic-Tac-Toe. I chose candy corn and candy pumpkins. They are 2 of my own favorite Halloween treats. The good thing about these treat bags is that they are very simple to put together, especially at the last minute. I’m all about the last minute! Happy-Halloween-tic-tac-toe-pic

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Here’s what you’ll need to put together your own treat bags:

  • 2 different types of small treats
  • small bags (even plastic sandwich bags would work)
  • tape or Halloween stickers (to seal the bags)
  • one “Happy Halloween Tic-Tac-Toe” game board per bag (it’s a free printable)

Happy-Halloween-Tic-Tac-Toe-1Assembling your treat bags:

  1. Print out one game board per child. (Click here to print.) I prefer to print mine on white cardstock. Also, they’re set up to print out 2 per sheet. You can adjust to print out 4 per sheet. (check your own computer’s settings). You’ll need scissors or a paper cutter to cut that out.
  2. Place one game board and at least 10 of each treat in each bag.
  3. Seal treat bags with tape or a cute sticker.
  4. If you want to be extra detailed, print out a Happy Halloween tag for each one, write your child’s name on, and attach to each bag. Print tags here and cut out each circle. Happy-Halloween-Tag

Well I hope you can use my printables! Don’t worry, we most likely don’t have children who attend the same school so I’m guessing you’ll be the only one who shows up with the cutest Halloween favor bags in the class! Oh, and feel free to share with others! Happy Halloween!

Join Me at the #CosmetiCareMoms VIP Party on 11/5 in Newport Beach Plus a Giveaway! AD

Disclosure: I am part of CosmetiCare’s Mom Ambassador Program. I received medspa services in order to write my review. All opinions are 100% my own.

cosmeticare-momsOver the past few months, you may have noticed my posting about my exciting trips to the CosmetiCare medspa! I’m currently one of nine Mom Ambassadors working with CosmetiCare and have had the pleasure of getting to know the entire staff over there, as well as try out a few of the procedures they offer. I’m loving the results I’ve gotten from the Botox and Voluma!

cosmeticare-event-youre-invitedCosmetiCare is hosting a VIP Event on Thursday, November 5, 2015 with all of the CosmetiCare Moms and YOU are invited to attend! The event will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and it’s going to be so much fun! You’ll get to meet all of the CosmetiCare Mom Ambassadors, including me! (I love meeting readers in person!)  Guests will sip on complimentary wine and champagne and be treated to delightful  hor d’oeuvres. You’ll be able to get an insider’s look into CosmetiCare’s signature treatment rooms and learn more about non-invasive beauty treatments through demonstrations of techniques to correct wrinkles, loose and sagging skin, uneven tone and pigmentation, rosacea and more.

  • The Skin Care and Glow Room – Discover aesthetic technology with instant results and zero downtime
  • The Fat Melting Room – Marvel at TruSculpt, a 10% noninvasive body contouring option with no downtime.
  • The Laser Room – Consider painless laser hair removal, just in time for swimsuit season.
  • The Freeze & Fill Room – Freeze out frown lines with techniques presented by medspa specialists
  • The Nip/Tuck Room – Consult with CosmetiCare’s founder, Dr. Niccole, and his partner physicians.
  • The Care Credit Room – If you’re curious about costs after learning about all of the services and procedures, you can also request no-interest financing.

so-many-options (1)Many women have questions about aesthetic technology, lasers, body sculpting and other cosmetic procedures and this kind of a fun event is a no-pressure opportunity to get questions answered. Learn all about the options available to help you age gracefully and with confidence! Plus, CosmetiCare has an imaging tool that allows patients to “try on treatments”. It’s called NewLook Now® and is a complimentary service that allows patients to see what these technologies and procedures can do for their appearance.

Attendees at the CosmetiCare VIP Event will receive opportunity-drawing tickets to win:

Skin Medica TNS Essential Serum ($270.00 Value)
40 Units of Botox ($400.00 Value)
Melt the Fat 1 TruSculpt Treatment ($499.00)
Luscious Lips – 1 Syringe of Juvederm Ultra Plus ($595.00 Value)

To RSVP for this event, you can either call 949.273.2663 or email i[email protected]. I’m hoping some of my readers will be able to join me!

CosmetiCare is also hosting a great giveaway that you can enter to win $250 in CosmetiCare Spa Services. Just enter below on the Rafflecopter! Good luck everyone! I hope to see you at the VIP Party!

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