Family Gathering This past weekend was a busy one. My cousin Jayci got married, and most of my extended family was in town to join in the festivities. Another cousin, Marcy, flew in from Washington and stayed at my house. Since we only see each other every few years, we got together with both my…
Entertainment
Safe Streaming With Kidoodle.TV
Kids & Tablets The convenience of technology and tablets to entertain children in times of need is priceless. When I was pregnant with my twins I had so many doctors appointments, specialist appointments, ultrasounds, etc. that there was no way I could leave my son with a babysitter every time I needed to go somewhere….
The Saratov Approach on BluRay
The Saratov Approach Director: Garrett Batty Writer: Garrett Batty Rating: PG-13 Released: 2013 Genre: Action, Drama I spent my Saturday night watching The Saratov Approach, newly out on DVD, with my husband. I had seen it while on a brief visit to Calgary’s movie theaters, but I wanted to watch it together so that I…
Game Review: Yoshi’s New Island
The new craze that has whirled through our home is the Nintendo 3DS. When the older cousins got theirs, Jett was obsessed with watching them so he could learn. They were really good about taking turns and sharing, so it went over pretty well, but when he turned 5 this month we decided to…
Backyard Games and Outdoor Toys
Our Favorite Activities for Summer The best part of entertaining kids in the summer is that your play space is suddenly MUCH bigger. The entire back yard becomes your play room. The toys all come out from the basement, and the summer toys come out as well. My boys all fight over the riding cars,…
Inside the Great Gatsby – Art Deco Design
Confession. I hated the Great Gatsby. I don’t get why its recommended reading and considered a classic. I haven’t seen the first movie that came out, but I want to see the new one, just for the costumes and set design. In terms of set and costume design, director Baz Luhrman allowed style influences…
Parental Guidance & Grandparents
Family Friendly Shows My in-laws are in town, visiting and helping me with the twins surgeries tomorrow. We decided to have a special ‘surprise’ for my son, a family date night. We picked up ice cream and cookies, and watched the movie Parental Guidance. I had seen it before, so I knew it would be…
Willow Blu-Ray DVD – New Release
A family favorite movie, Willow, was just re-released on DVD and BluRay combo pack! Movie Title: Willow Rating: PG Category: Action, Adventure, Sport Release date: 1988 Rereleased on BluRay: March 2013 Director: Ron Howard Writers: George Lucas (story), Bob Dolman (screenplay) GEORGE LUCAS AND RON HOWARD BRING THE CLASSIC TALE TO LIFE ON BLU-RAY FOR THE FIRST TIME Journey to the far corners of your imagination with Willow, for the first…