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Day #1 of National Eosinophilic Awareness Week!

May 19, 2019 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

As many of you know, our L was diagnosed with eosinophilic esophagitis in early 2016. The last three and a half years have been so hard but to watch my girl strive with perseverance to fight for each day is remarkable. She still relies on an amino acid formula to keep her alive, but we are so proud to say that she finally has four safe foods. To go from zero safe foods to four safe foods is huge in our daughter’s world. Everything in today’s society seems to revolve around food. It is depressing for kids that cannot participate in food activities because of this evil disease.

Today kicks off National Eosinophilic Awareness Week. Each day this week, I will be sharing information from the CURED Foundation to raise awareness about L’s disease. We need a cure!

The brand-new trailer for Disney’s “The Lion King”

April 14, 2019 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

We are in countdown mode. It is less than 100 days to the release of “The Lion King.”

Disney’s “The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau (“The Jungle Book”), journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.

Staying true to the classic story, director Jon Favreau utilizes pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring the iconic characters to the big screen in a whole new way. Featuring the voices of Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon, Disney’s “The Lion King” opens in U.S. theaters on July 19, 2019.

Let’s wait no more. Here is the brand-new trailer –

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Gender Reveal Party – It’s A…..

February 20, 2019 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Time is going so fast. My nephew called me at work last fall to inform me I was going to be a Great Aunt. My excitement filled the air. We are going to have another little baby in the family. The craziness in this is I feel like it was just yesterday that I was rocking my nephew to sleep. We recently went to their gender reveal party. We gathered outside at my parents’ house with our guesses and then the gender was revealed!

Gender reveal parties were not a thing when I was pregnant with M and L. Now, there are all kinds of ways to reveal the baby’s gender. I couldn’t leave the party without a surprise for the mom and dad. This is the baby’s first gift.

Look at that smile on the mom’s face! The Tiny Princess Tales Collection from Tiny Love is whimsical and sweet, while nurturing the 7 Developmental Wonders, a comprehensive set of guidelines to help babies reach various developmental milestones from 0-12 months and enhance baby’s play. The stylish 2-in-1 Gymini Deluxe promotes tummy time and interactive play, utilizing music feedback and engaging lights to boost cognition. The adjustable arches can grow with baby, making it a perfect gift for newborns and infants alike.

I am counting down the days until I get to hold my new great nephew in my arms and watch him play with this gym. It will be a joyous and precious time!

Check out my Instagram for a fun giveaway to win a Tiny Love Gymni Deluxe for the special newborn in your life.

Disclosure: I was provided this sample to share with the new parents. All thoughts and opinions are of my own.

Harlem Globetrotters Family Discount

February 18, 2019 by Jennifer 2 Comments

There is one basketball game that makes us laugh so hard. Mom is probably the person that laughs the most, but the rest of the fam have their fair share of laughs. What game could this be? Of course, the Harlem Globetrotters.

The Original Harlem Globetrotters are known for their amazing feats of basketball, humor, and acts of goodwill on and off the court. And they have always been about the fans, but this year, everything they do will bring fans closer to the action more than ever before. Join them as they celebrate fans during the all-new Fan Powered World Tour! There will be over 20 occasions before, during and after the game where you have the opportunity to directly interact with Globetrotters stars.

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The last game we watched, M randomly got selected to receive one of the Harlem Globetrotters wrist bands. It truly is the player and audience interaction that makes the games so much fun!

Book Your Family Vacation to Jekyll Island {Travel Review}

February 13, 2019 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Disclosure: We partnered with Holiday Inn Resort on this sponsored post. All thoughts and opinions are of my own.

Let me introduce you to a beautiful family friendly vacation spot. You will want to book your travel to the Holiday Inn Resort on Jekyll Island ASAP!

We wanted to take a road trip for Thanksgiving last year since Thanksgiving is primarily about food. Ever since L was diagnosed with Eosinophilic Esophagitis, I try hard to make alternate plans around the holidays that are revolved around food. According to L, I picked a perfect destination for a road trip. She is wanting to go back this year, and let’s just say that we all share in her sentiment.

The Holiday Inn Resort is a 157-room beachfront hotel and includes 21 suites, which are perfect for families. The Kid’s Suite, a guest favorite, includes bunk beds for the little ones and a separate bedroom for parents, as well as a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave and cooktop. We enjoyed this suite so much as it gave us plenty of space and not feel like we were in each other’s personal space 24/7. Check out our video to get a full glimpse into our suite.

The great news is that most rooms have ocean views and all the suites include private balconies with views of the Atlantic Ocean. The resort also has a select number of pet-friendly accommodations available for furry, four-legged family members. With L being a huge animal lover, a smile was planted on her face because we were always being greeted by an adorable dog.

The daily sunrise and sunset took our breath away. We truly needed to pinch ourselves to ensure that this was a real moment. Hubby and I took many walks together on the beach to enjoy this beautiful and priceless scene. We also enjoyed our morning coffee on the balcony while watching the sunrise. Can we go back now?

Bicycling was one of our faves on this trip. The video shows us in action, but I have to tell you about the peaceful feeling we all experienced riding along the shore and sharing laughs. I did not want this trip to end.

Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island offers family-friendly activities throughout the day and the evening. In addition to many activities planned on-site, there is golf, putt-putt, museums, and trolley tours available on the island.

If you do not want to cook on your trip, there are three onsite restaurants: Beach House, Northshore and The Anchor. The Beach House serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with menu selections including Artisan pizza and flatbread, sandwiches and locally-sourced seafood. Please note that kids 12 and under who are hotel guests eat free at Beach House for each meal.

Go ahead and book your spring break family vacation. You will not be disappointed and I have a great package deal. The sea turtle package includes overnight accommodations; resort charges; two tickets to the newly renovated Georgia Sea Turtle Center; two tickets for bike rentals; daily breakfast; and a “turtle-safe” flashlight for guests to take on nighttime turtle walks. Rates for the package start at $179 per night. For more information or reservations, call the hotel at (912) 635-2211 or visit holidayinnresortjekyll.com.

Jennifer

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