Inside the Walt Disney Animation Research Library
As the Walt Disney Animation Library is not open to the general public, it was definitely a “Wow!” moment to be invited inside! Thanks to my partnership with Disney, I had the exclusive opportunity to do just that as part of a celebration event for the PETER PAN Anniversary Edition that will soon be released […]
50 by 50 – Three Awesome Beach Reads
Thanks for joining me again today for one of my 50 by 50 goals – my quest to carve out more time to read, a joyful hobby that enhances each week! My newest reads are 4, 5 and 6 on my goal towards reading a minimum of a dozen more books by the time I […]
Preserve Each Moment with GameSaver
This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of FoodSaver®; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Do you enjoy hunting or fishing with your family? Is your husband hinting for outdoor sports gifts for Father’s Day? Thanks to my partnership with FoodSaver®, I’ve discovered a must-have tool for your hunting and […]
Step Inside Walt Disney’s Office
If you would have told me when I was younger that I would one day be on the Walt Disney Studios lot touring Walt Disney’s office, I’m sure I would have scoffed at the notion. 8-year-old Barb who had just experienced her first visit to Walt Disney World, loved ESCAPE TO WITCH MOUNTAIN, PETE’S DRAGON […]
What’s New and Next For Sweets and Snacks?
In the past decade, the sweets and snacks industry has undergone a health and wellness makeover with paleo, organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, allergy-friendly and fair trade products beginning to dominate to meet consumer demand. This year, I attended the National Confectioner’s Association (NCA) briefing with Susan Whiteside, Vice President of Public Relations & Marketing Communications at NCA, […]
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Exclusive Interview with Woody Harrelson
As his film career is filled with comedies, I expected Woody Harrelson to be funny – and, indeed his is. He’s also charismatic, kind, vibrant and the kind of guy you’d love to travel with or hang out with on the weekend because you just know you’d have a great time. Thanks to my partnership […]
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Exclusive Interview with Phoebe Waller-Bridge (L3-37)
Phoebe Waller-Bridge is the powerhouse behind the new droid in the STAR WARS universe, L3-37. Her quirky, adorable performance in SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY instantly captures your heart and tickles your funny-bone, this character is truly a treat! Thanks to my partnership with Disney, I had the chance to attend an exclusive interview with […]
Tissue Paper Butterflies Craft
Tissue paper butterflies are age friendly because even older children enjoy designing their own butterflies. I have seen some teens create detailed wings using tissue paper in a variety of colors and their tissue paper butterfly wings appear similar to stain glass windows. I have included a pattern to use to get started or you […]
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Exclusive Interview with Joonas Suotamo (Chewbacca)
With a 6’4″ husband and a son who is already 6’5″, I’ve certainly spent my time feeling a bit on the short side, but standing next to Joonas Suotamo, who stands a a full 7-feet, I got a sense of how the Ewoks must have felt when Chewbacca stepped on the scene! His performance as […]
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Exclusive Interview with Paul Bettany
Paul Bettany is a bit of an enigma. He is the quintessential, polite English gentleman. He is a funny, vibrant story teller. He’s the tall, sharp-dressed chap with a “cool factor” about him that resonates from within. There are so many facets to this ridiculous-talented actor that it’s truly difficult to completely fully, or accurately […]
Baby Shower Planning – Best Tips and Gifts!
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Pampers at Sam’s Club. The opinions and text are all mine. Anticipating the birth of a new baby is a very exciting time for the mom-to-be and for relatives and friends. With my first child, everything was so special, new, thrilling and exhilarating! My […]
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Exclusive Interview with Director Ron Howard
What can you say about being in the same room as Ron Howard? It’s beyond amazing! Even though he’s more than earned his right to be in the spotlight (it would take hours to list off his accolades,) he still has that incredible boyish charm about him that instantly makes you feel at ease in […]