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Robbie’s Thoughts: A Dad’s Frozen 2 Review

Want to know what Robbie thought of Frozen 2? This Dad's review of Frozen 2 is a must read! Yup, we saw it again.  We're Frozen 2 repeaters.  Lydia and I had the chance to screen the movie early (you can see OUR Frozen 2 review here)…..but Robbie wasn't...

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Maleficent Review: Is It Kid Friendly?

Should you take your children to see the new Maleficent film? This Mom's Maleficent Review will help you decide who the film is right for! Hi, I'm Suzie! I'm a Los Angeles based Family Lifestyle blogger over at happymessmoments.com, where you'll find my MOMents in Travel, Entertainment, Crafting and...

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5 Frozen 2 Secrets Revealed

I attended the Frozen 2 early press day, and I'm sharing five of the Frozen 2 secrets they revealed! I can finally spill! Man, this info has been TOUGH to sit on, and I'm so excited to share.  A couple weeks ago I took the train up to Los...

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Disney+: How to Join

What is Disney+? Get all the information on Disney's Streaming Service and how to join! Thank you to Disney for hosting me as media at the D23 Expo. Disney+ was the buzz of the D23 Expo this year and with good reason.  Disney plus is one of the biggest...

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The Lion King: A Mom’s Review

Looking for a mom's review of the Lion King? I'm telling you everything you need to know before bringing your kids! We are HUGE Lion King fans in our household (this is us seeing the Tale of the Lion King show at Disneyland the first day it was performed). ...

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Toy Story 4: A Family Review

Looking for a Toy Story 4 review that will help you decide which ages will love the film? I saw it with my five year old, and I'm sharing our thoughts. Let's talk Toy Story 4.  If you follow us on Instagram, then you know Lydia and I had...

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Aladdin Movie Review: A Mom’s Recommendation

Looking for an Aladdin Movie Review that will help determine if your kids will love the movie? This is my mom perspective on the Live Action Aladdin film. Ok, it's HERE.  My Aladdin movie review.  Disney's Aladdin is in theaters now, and I had the honor of attending the...

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Real Talk with the Aladdin Cast

Real Talk with the Aladdin Cast: what they shared about diversity at the Aladdin Press Junket……. The animated version of Aladdin is a favorite in our household…..from Alan Menken's amazing music to Robin Williams' magical performance as the genie……it's a masterpiece.  So I'm not going to lie, when the...

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Disneynature Penguins: Which Ages is it For?

Are you obsessed with Disneynature films? I'm sharing which ages will love Disneynature Penguins and what parents should be aware of! Am I the only one who is obsessed with Disneynature films? From Born in China to the current upcoming release of Disneynature Penguins (in theatres on April 17th),...

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Dumbo Movie 2019: A Full Family Review (aka should you bring your kids to see the film)

Looking for a full family review of the Dumbo Movie 2019 version? I'm sharing who will love the Dumbo live action film, and just what ages it's good for! We saw it.  Twice in fact.  We saw the Dumbo Movie (2019 version) twice once before I attended the Dumbo press...

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Five years ago. This exact place. Robbie had jus Five years ago.  This exact place.  Robbie had just finished two years of grad school.  And it had been a long, tough two years.  That year involved one major teacher strike in my district, many many many jobs and gigs for both of us, minimal time off together, a whole lot of unknowns and a whole lot of stress.The Disney and Aulani team probably had no idea that they were giving us the gift of much needed peaceful time together when they invited us on a trip to this magical place.  A trip that….to be honest, was beyond our means at the time.  We cherished every moment. A lot has happened since then.  A move, buying a house, seeing those years of hard work pay off.  And now….we did it.  We’re back.  Lazy river here we come. TLDR? If you’re in the thick of it, I see you.  We’ve been there. Family, Welcome Home……we did it.  Aulani for the week.
Now, if I’m being totally honest…..this pulled Now, if I’m being totally honest…..this pulled muscle? I should have known better.  When training for my race, I didn’t stretch or warm up enough most days and….here we are.Lesson learned.  I’m 4 weeks post race (do not recommend running a 10k on a pulled muscle) and I’m……almost better.  I’m learning to stretch and walk and to take better care of myself so that I can start running again REALLY soon (we’re almost there I think).For now? I’m doing recovery walks and trying to strengthen my leg.  And trying to make sure I get enough protein.  When I talked about Built Bars on my stories, a LOTTTTT of you raced about their Puffs.  Yup, I get it.  They’re AMAZING.  I’ve been bringing them along on my walks (and gluten free friends….they have some great options for us).Have you ever pulled a muscle? What was recovery like for you?#youGOTTAtrythis #BUILTProtein #BUILT #BUILTbar partner
💕Double Tap when you see who we found at the zo 💕Double Tap when you see who we found at the zoo (and swipe to the end for a close up)⠀⠀🌴Coming to San Diego for Spring Break or a Summer Vacation?⠀⠀📍Let’s talk San Diego Zoo (and yes, I got off a plane yesterday, picked up Lydia and we spent the afternoon at the zoo…..it was LOVELY).⠀⠀A few things to help you plan visits to San Diego and the Zoo:⠀1️⃣ the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park are NOT close together.  The Zoo is close to downtown, the Safari Park is about 25 miles north.  I’d suggest one day at each.  They’re totally unique and both worth a visit.  The Safari Park is smaller, but has REALLY unique exhibits (Walkabout Australia is my favorite).⠀2️⃣ both have some really fun and unique dining experiences that you can reserve in advance: Albert’s at the Zoo is a FANCY and fun sit down option, and The Watering Hole at Kijamii Overlook at the Safari Park is great for happy hour or a fun lunch ⠀3️⃣ there are great kids play areas at both locations, the Wildlife Explorers Base Camp area at the San Diego Zoo is brand new and absolutely amazing⠀⠀✨ Now, a bonus tip.  Undercover Tourist now has NATIONWIDE savings on over 500 attractions in 50 cities and up to 25% on tickets for theme parks, zoo, museums, aquariums, city tours, water parks, and movie tickets. And the deals they have for San Diego?  AMAZING (I’m sharing details in my stories).⠀⠀@themeparkfrog #UncoverSavingsNationwide #ad
In high school, I wasn’t supposed to cross the b In high school, I wasn’t supposed to cross the bridge without permission.⠀⠀I grew up about 20 minutes from San Francisco, on the OTHER side of the Golden Gate Bridge.  Yes, you know that opening scene in Full House where they’re driving across the bridge? I was on the other side of that.  And one of MOST parents’ rules where I grew up? No going into the city without permission.  Sorry mom and dad, it’s been long enough…..now I can disclose that we broke that rule constantly.⠀⠀San Francisco is my favorite city.  It’s intimate and moody and filled with history and some of the best food in the world.  It reminds me of childhood trips to the zoo and Golden Gate Park, it reminds me of my first apartment after college and my first serious relationship.  It reminds me of 22 year old carefree nights with friends and milkshakes at Mels in high school and coffee in North Beach and nights in the Marin Headlands (the closest we were supposed to get to the bridge).⠀⠀So when I had the opportunity to spend 20 hours in my city by the Bay? I took it.⠀⠀Photo Diary:⠀1) nothing like a hotel room to yourself ⠀2) basically drove through a monsoon in San Diego yesterday to make it to the airport⠀3) through the fog? You can see the Golden Gate Bridge⠀4) SFO ⠀5) drove right through North Beach where my mom lived until she was 2, and texted her this photo of a church where she remembers going to weddings as a child⠀6) dinner with Dove, talking about the importance of diversity and representation in gaming avatars ⠀7 and 8) anyone else got a roblox fan in their house? Dove is changing the game (pun intended) and we love to see it.⠀⠀Have you been to San Francisco?
Are you a road trip or a fly in the sky vacationer Are you a road trip or a fly in the sky vacationer? What’s your ideal?⠀Figured this was a good day to ask since….I’m boarding a plane this morning for a VERY quick trip.⠀❤️Over on stories, we are playing this or that. We’re making this a regular little weekly coffee chat.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀☕️So, five of you will get a coffee on me.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Want to join in?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀1) like this post⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀2) answer the polls in stories⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀3) tag a friend in comments, or tell me what your ideal vacation looks like, and how you’d get there!
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