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Netflix’s New Series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
From “30 Rock” executive producers Tina Fey and Robert Carlock comes this hilarious comedy series starring Ellie Kemper (“The Office,” “Bridesmaids”) as a woman who is rescued from a doomsday cult and starts life over as a nanny for a socialite (Jane Krakowski from “30 Rock”) in New York City. I loved watching Ellie on The Office and appreciate her talent. I think she is so funny in a witty and subtle way! Armed with just a backpack, light-up sneakers and a couple of past-due library books, she takes on a world she didn’t think even existed anymore. Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt also stars Ellie Kemper, Jane Krakowski, and Tituss…
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Dwell :: Zen Your Bedroom for Peace and Relaxation
Zen Your Bedroom for Peace and Relaxation Throughout the chaos of your busy day, from errands to play dates, there seems to be no escape and not a free second for “me-time.” If your daily schedule is run by your toddler or if you’re balancing a WAHM gig, you’re likely pressed and stretched in all directions, stressed and totally maxed-out. What if you could create a peaceful retreat in your home, a place where you could step away for just five minutes to relax and rejuvenate? With a few changes you can! Use these tips to create a place of Zen in your very own bedroom. What is Zen?…
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Medieval Times: A Knight To Remember
The moment you enter a Medieval Times castle you are transported to the 11th century and a time of knights and nobility, surrounded by grand décor and regal characters. I was invited to attend an event at Medieval Times in Buena Park, California to get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making Medieval Times the #1 dinner attraction in North America. Hours before the show, the castle was bustling with people preparing for the evening event. We toured the main areas of the castle first where we received an up-close look at the knights and horses practicing their routines in the arena before the show. The team trains daily…
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Day 13 :: Get Your Home Decluttered in 28 Days: The Master Closet
Are we really halfway there to getting our home decluttered and organized?! You can start at Day One or any day to join in on the fun. Yes, it is actually kind of fun to see stuff that you no longer need or want taken out of your home to give you room for the things you really love. But take it step-by-step. This isn’t a race. We have researched organization tips and offer some advice and suggestions to help you de-clutter and design your home the way you have envisioned. I mentioned in previous posts that one of the things I realized after looking at décor magazines, Pinterest and…
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Winter Trends :: In Love With Plaid
Though we have mild winters here in Southern California, in most parts of the country they are enjoying (or putting up with) lots of snow! When we do have a cold day, I love to pull out my scarves and coats. Lately, I have been seeing a lot of plaid and I must say I am mad for plaid! It is so colorful and cheerful, it can brighten up any outfit. Here are some fun ways to incorporate plaid into your wardrobe. Enjoy! Layer It Up: Love this look! And that hat is just too cute! You can look for plaid scarves from Old Navy, Target, JCrew…
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Education :: Studying the 13 Colonies
I started homeschooling my first grader this year and I heard a lot of good things about unit studies. A unit study is picking a topic and including lessons or activities that span multiple subject areas. I researched a few different styles and ended up plotting my own unit study path. You can download my checklist below: Unit Study Development Checklist PDF Filling out the Checklist I use the checklist as a guide – it isn’t necessarily the definitive course, but it helps me plan and, if something else comes up, I’ll add it in. Here’s what my list looks like for the 13 Colonies Unit Study: Topic…
