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A New York Broadway Themed Bash

Posted on September 23, 2024
by Jenny
with 6 Comments

It’s hard to believe our little girl just turned 10! To celebrate this milestone, she chose to have a New York Broadway-themed bash that was pretty fabulous. She has a deep love of dancing and singing, so after a trip to NY two years ago…

Orange County Life

Family Friendly Halloween Activities in Orange County

Posted on September 12, 2023
by Jenny
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I thought it would be helpful to share some fun, family friendly Halloween activities in Orange County, California. We have been to a lot of these locations, so I tried to share a few of our insider tips. Keep in mind that events and offerings…

Disney

Top 5 Things to do at Disneyland during Halloween

Posted on August 31, 2023
by Jenny
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It's that time of the year again...Halloween at Disneyland!! It is one of our favorite seasons at the resort that combines the charm of Disney with the thrills of Halloween. If you're planning a visit, here are the top 5 things to do at Disneyland…

Mexico

Xcaret Arte Hotel Review

Posted on June 20, 2023
by Jenny
with 8 Comments

The hubby and I haven't flown anywhere without the kids since they were born almost 11 years ago. We have done three overnight trips since having them, all of which were 1-2 nights close to home. Since our 15 year wedding anniversary is coming up…

California

Top 5 Tips for Super Nintendo World

Posted on April 20, 2023
by Jenny
with 2 Comments

Looking for the top 5 tips for Super Nintendo World? Look no further... We have been waiting for Super Nintendo World to open ever since it was first announced to make its debut at Universal Studios in Japan. The kids actually started saving their money…

Motherhood, Marriage & Faith

Dear Younger Me: 40 Years of Life Lessons

Posted on April 18, 2023
by Jenny
with 8 Comments

My big 40th birthday is here. Shoutout to all the 1983 babies heading into this new chapter of life. I felt a strong desire to share some of the life lessons I've learned in my mere 40 years of life after hearing a song by…

Orange County Life

Best OC Trails for Families

Posted on April 6, 2021
by Jenny
with 2 Comments

"Let nature be your teacher." -William Wordsworth We love the great outdoors and Orange County is full of great places to take your family. Over the years we have found some great places to go for walks/hikes and I thought it was time to share…

Disney

Disney Family Halloween Costumes

Posted on September 14, 2017
by Jenny
with 10 Comments

(There are affiliate links in this post, thank you in advance for shopping through me.) We love to dress up, so Halloween just gives our family a really good excuse to go all out. We are not really into anything scary or ghoulish so we…

Party Fun

A Reptile Bananza Birthday Party

Posted on September 17, 2024
by Jenny
with 4 Comments

Turning twelve is a big deal, and when our son expressed his love for reptiles (especially snakes), it was clear that a reptile-themed birthday party was the way to go. From snake-shaped snacks to a live reptile petting zoo, this party was a wild success!…

Party Fun

Magical Media Retreat 2024

Posted on March 11, 2024
by Jenny
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Back for our third year in a row; the Magical Media Retreat 2024. Myself, along with Kim from The Parentologist and Justine from Little Dove Blog, came up with this idea to help other bloggers and content creators. So we decided to create a safe…

Disneyland Hotels

A Stay at the Sheraton Park Hotel in Anaheim

Posted on March 5, 2024
by Jenny
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The Sheraton Park Hotel in Anaheim is a newly remodeled hotel walking distance to Disneyland. We had the honor of partnering with them for our third annual Magical Media Retreat. It was not only a great location for us to have a Disney day, but…

Disney

Top 5 Things Not to Miss at Pixar Place Hotel

Posted on January 31, 2024
by Jenny
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A wave of excitement has swept through the iconic Disneyland Hotels with the grand re-imagination of its newest gem – Pixar Place Hotel. Previously known as the Paradise Pier hotel, this renovation is a knock out of the park. We were invited to be part…

Home Sweet Home

Boy’s Room Makeover with Beddy’s

Posted on January 19, 2024
by Jenny
with 2 Comments

Introducing a boy's room makeover with Beddy's. It's been years since we have made any changes to our son, Colton's, room. He transitioned to a "big boy bed" when he was about four years old and he is now eleven. He has been very content,…

California

A Stay at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa

Posted on January 12, 2024
by Jenny
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We were hosted guests at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa for a staycation over our holiday break and we had a fantastic time! Nestled in the hillside of Dana Point, California, the resort overlooks the harbor/marina area with gorgeous grounds and views. We…

California

Top 5 Things to do at Knott’s Merry Farm

Posted on November 19, 2023
by Jenny
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As the holiday season approaches, many families are on the lookout for festive and enchanting activities to make cherished memories. One magical destination is Knott's Merry Farm at Knott's Berry Farm, where they transform the theme park into a winter wonderland, running now until January…

Holiday's

Best Christmas Neighborhoods in Orange County

Posted on November 13, 2023
by Jenny
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Orange County, California is known for its festive holiday spirit, and there are several neighborhoods that go all out with Christmas decorations, creating a magical atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. We have our favorite areas/streets, but I did some research and found a few…

Holiday's

Journey to Bethlehem Movie Review

Posted on November 9, 2023
by Jenny
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We were invited and hosted to attend a special red carpet screening of the new "Journey to Bethlehem" movie in Beverly Hills this past weekend. We were extremely excited to attend a movie about the birth of Christ showing on the silver screen. The movie…