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The Importance of Finding “Down Time”
#MomSneak. America has spoken: 97% of moms say that they had more time for themselves before motherhood, and now, three-quarters (71%) of moms admit to sneaking in TV “me-time” while juggling a busy schedule, with some even hiding from their kids for just a moment of peace. With moms doing it anywhere and everywhere in the neighborhood when the kids aren’t around, sneaking is the new bingeing. Luckily, my husband is pretty good about knowing when I need a little alone downtime and let’s me go catch a show or two with no distractions. He’ll usually take our daughter to the pool while I catch a new movie or show on…
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Interviews with the Filmmakers and Stars of Valerian And The City of a Thousand Planets
Valerian and The City of A Thousand Planets is out in theaters this Friday July 21st and I can’t wait to hear what you think about it! This visually spectacular new adventure film from Luc Besson, the legendary director of The Professional, The Fifth Element and Lucy, is based on the ground-breaking comic book series which inspired a generation of artists, writers and filmmakers. The Fifth Element is one of my favorite movies of all time so when I heard I would have a chance to meet my favorite director of all time, Luc Besson, courtesy of STX Entertainment, I do believe you might have heard my yelps of…
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4 Fascinating Places to Experience Taiwanese Culture in Taipei
Written by Kaitlin Murray Taiwan is a country of vibrant colored temples, kind people, and delicious street food. We spent a week in Taipei and were so amazed by the modern and efficient city, the historic sights and temples, and all of the beautiful aspects of Taiwanese culture. We realized it is a perfect blend of Japanese and Chinese cultures, creating a great atmosphere and feeling for first time travelers to Asia. Here are the best places to visit to experience this unique culture! Longshan Temple The brightly colored temple in the Wanhua District of Taipei is a Buddhist temple where tourists can come to experience the rituals and ceremonies…
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Hosting a Minions Party with Bounty
Hosting a Minions Party with Bounty This post is sponsored by Bounty. This post is sponsored by Bounty. In celebration of Despicable Me 3, now in theaters, Bounty has fun prints that feature the ever-mischievous Minions and more! They’re available in Paper Towels and Quilted Napkins and pop with color and are just plain fun and perfect for day to day or an upcoming birthday party! To celebrate all things Minion, we organized a Despicable Me 3 party with two yummy recipes (see below). Things got a little messy in the kitchen while making our Minion Frozen Banana Bites but luckily Bounty was there to help. What I love…
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Nat Geo Kids ALMANAC Takes a Bite Out of “Summer Slide”
The newest edition of the Nat Geo Kids ALMANAC, packed with 10 sections of high interest topics, lets kids explore the world and keeps “summer slide” at bay. This boredom-busting book is the most popular children’s almanac on the planet, offering rich content, serious fun and interactive explorer-led challenge, and dynamic online extras. It’s the perfect summer reading selection for the back seat, camp, vacation, or downtime at home. Some Highlights include: More than 350 pages and 500+ amazing photos Updated maps, facts and reference materials Extensive digital extras at natgeokids.com/almanac NEW: Your World 2018 chapter with things to do, places to see and ways to change the world…
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Interview with Pharrell Williams of Despicable Me 3 – In Theaters June 30th
This post is in partnership with Universal Pictures. Illumination, who brought moviegoers Despicable Me and the biggest animated hits of 2013 and 2015, Despicable Me 2 and Minions, continues the story of Gru, Lucy, their adorable daughters—Margo, Edith and Agnes—and the Minions in Despicable Me 3. After he is fired from the Anti-Villain League for failing to take down the latest bad guy to threaten humanity, Gru finds himself in the midst of a major identity crisis. But when a mysterious stranger shows up to inform Gru that he has a long-lost twin brother—a brother who desperately wishes to follow in his twin’s despicable footsteps—one former super-villain…
