Archives for November 2012

Skyfall 007

James Bond’s audiences span the generations, so it’s a little strange to be faced with him being considered “too old” to be out in the field as a secret agent. Yet it doesn’t seem to diminish the charm and attraction of the character. KIDS FIRST! youth film critic Victoria Burns reviews the film and thinks “this one is the best” – and this 14-year-old has seen all of the James Bond movies. [Read more…]

Treat Two Day Free Card

With the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to send out greeting cards and to let that special someone know that you’re thinking of them, with a totally unique, personalized greeting card from Treat.

Your holiday checklist just got shorter. Create and send a totally personalized greeting card from Treat for FREE. Whether saying thanks for Thanksgiving, wishing a best friend a holiday birthday, or simply sharing the holiday cheer with a just because card, Treat lets you create a one-of-a-kind card that is sure to impress.  [Read more…]

‘Wreck-It Ralph’ Scores Big

Out of the video game and into … well, not real real life, but the big screen version of it. And gaining a huge following with non-gamers and gamers alike. This is a film you can feel comfortable taking your grandkids to ages 4 to 15. There’s something that will tickle everyone’s funny bone. The story, explains KIDS FIRST! youth film critic Anthony Aranda, “… is all about a guy named Wreck-It Ralph who is tired of being a bad guy so he leaves his game to win a medal so, for once, he can be the hero.” The 10-year-old, who has been a KIDS FIRST! film critic for two years, notes he has seen a lot of movies and this one “is the best movie I have ever seen.”  [Read more…]

A night at the Circus!

Looking for somewhere fun to take the family this weekend? Circus Vargas is at Del Amo Mall in Torrance. We had the opportunity to attend a show this past Thursday night (courtesy of our friends at Circus Vargas) and had so much fun! It’s a pretty great thing seeing your 9 year-old son jumping up and down, clapping and yelling “This is Epic!” [Read more…]

Let Chipper Help Get the Kids Ready for Family Travel this Holiday Season!

The Get Ready To Fly! Travel Kit & Activity Set is the perfect gift for a child preparing for family travel! Soar to new heights with Chipper the squirrel, ambassador to the great outdoors, as he takes his first flight. From what to pack, to check-in, security, boarding, flying and arriving, Chipper playfully teaches kids good manners and safety when traveling. [Read more…]

Holiday Gift Suggestions from Laura Mercier

Looking for Holiday Gift Suggestions? I received the following from our friends at Laura Mercier and these are just perfect for the holiday gift giving season! [Read more…]

Healthier Hair with Nexxus!

I’m always on the look out for new shampoos and conditioners to try! I hate to admit it but I do have split ends and have been trying to find a shampoo and conditioner that would help that problem. So, I was quite happy to learn that Nexxus now has ProMend Split End Treatment Daily Shampoo and ProMend Conditioner too. [Read more…]

ZhuZhu Pets Gift Set Giveaway!

Who loves the Zhu Zhu Pets? We received a great Zhu Zhu Pets Gift Set and it’s really awesome! We love the music CDs and the cute little figures! This would make a wonderful Holiday gift for your little Zhu Zhu Pets fan. [Read more…]