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Olay for the Spring Time!

March 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment

SPF 30 In Package  Sensitive Body Wash updated

Winter is almost coming to an end and it’s almost Spring! This means that usually we will be outside more in the sunny weather. I know I usually use different skin care products. Here are a few of my favorites for the upcoming season! I love Olay and the Olay Total Effects 7 Anti-Aging Moisturizer with Broad Spectrum is a must-have! This anti-aging moisturizer with sunscreen (Broad Spectrum 15 or 30) is great to use daily and the moisturizer fights the 7 signs of aging & also helps protect against UVA/UVB rays. My skin feels really soft after using it too. Looking for a Body Wash that is perfect for sensitive skin? The Olay Sensitive Unscented Body Wash is very gentle and does not dry out your skin. I love this body wash! It moisturizes and is gentle on the skin and is also unscented, dye-free, and soap-free.

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I love the New Total Effects Dark Circle Minimizing CC Cream Brush Applicator! The gentle brush applicator sweeps Total Effects  Dark Circle Minimizing CC Cream into your eye area while it provides 7 benefits for younger looking skin around the eyes. It really does reduce the look of wrinkles and reduces the appearance of dark circles. My favorite thing is that it is light, non-greasy and feels great on my skin. The New Eye Brightening CC Cream also is a daily all-in-one treatment providing the 7 benefits to color and improve the skin around your eyes. This one also minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. I love how this one  balances skin tone and provides under eye moisture. These are all Spring time Must-Haves! For more information, check out the Olay website.

Self Disclosure: I received free products to facilitate this review but any opinions expressed are my own.

Filed Under: Beauty and Fashion, Beauty and Fashion Corner

One-of-a-Kind Skating Spectacular Featuring More Than 65 Disney Characters!

March 10, 2014 By 7 Comments

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Be part of the festivities when Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic comes to SoCal!  More than 65 of Disney’s captivating characters from 18 unforgettable Disney stories come to life in this commemorative celebration, produced by Feld Entertainment.  In this lavish ice show, everyone’s favorite sweethearts, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, take audiences on a fun-filled adventure, sharing memories with Disney friends including Goofy & Donald Duck; the beloved Disney Princesses; Chip & Dale; Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket; Belle & The Beast plus many more – and magical moments from Disney’s Aladdin, Mulan, The Lion King plus Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles and Toy Story!

Beautifully choreographed skating, breathtaking production numbers, stunning costumes and toe-tapping songs will inspire fond Disney memories.  Families can share this once-in-a-lifetime skating spectacular as Mickey and the rest of the gang take the audience on a whirlwind tour of favorite Disney moments.  See more information in our featured Events!

We have teamed up for a Giveaway! One winner will win WEEKDAY vouchers;  value is $26 each, and are good at either venue. (2) vouchers for a giveaway. Locations listed below:

 

  • ·         April 16-20 at the Citizens Business Bank Arena
  • ·         April 23-27 at the Long Beach Arena 

To enter leave a comment below telling us your favorite Disney movie or story! Deadline to enter is March 20th, 2014 at midnight. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries.

Self Disclosure: Disney sponsored Giveaway. I have also received free tickets to facilitate this feature.

Filed Under: Archived Content

Wonki Wands Make Giant Bubbles For Giant Fun!

March 10, 2014 By 8 Comments

Not along ago Dee Loveless and Roger Fullerton purchased a homemade bubble wand kit at a local fair (they love bubbles).  The kit didn’t work very well so Dee and Roger decided to see if they could improve the design and especially the bubble solution—and they did.

As a result, Wonki Wands™ was born.  After months of development and perfecting the product, a patent was filed and the product passed safety testing at the CPSC-accredited testing lab.

Now Wonki Wands giant bubble-making kit, that allows kids and adults to create enormous, long-lasting bubbles—some as large as 40 feet long—are being loved by people throughout the nation.

“I’ve always loved blowing bubbles with my children and grandchildren, but this is a completely different experience,” said Dee Loveless.  “I haven’t seen anything like it.  Our bubbles are so big and so fun.  Everywhere we take them people flock to see the enormous bubbles.  We want everyone to experience the same kind of joy we do every time we go bubbling.”

The patent-pending design is really simple. Two acrylic tubes filled with glitter, because Dee loves the “sparklies.” At one end a lobster claw swivel with two strings attached, one shorter string and one longer string with a washer to weigh it down a little bit. Add a bottle of our secret Wonki Bubble Potion and you have the full kit. And they come in several fun colors:

  • Deep Purple
  • Spring Green
  • Bright Pink
  • White Sparkle
  • Bright Blue
  • Copper and Black

We received a Wonki Wands giant bubble-making kit and it is easy to use and so much fun!! Wonki Wands giant bubble making kit is actually quite unique and the bubbles really are quite big! We have teamed up for a giveaway! To enter, simple click on the video below and tell us your favorite thing about the video in the comments below! Deadline to enter is March 18th, 2014 at midnight. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries.

They are also having a Kickstarter program and if you would like to back this project, check it out here.

Self Disclosure: I received a free product to facilitate this review/giveaway.

Filed Under: Archived Content

minted. for Birth Announcements, Personalized Gifts and more!

March 9, 2014 By 2 Comments

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Are you looking for the perfect Birth announcements? Have you discovered the website minted. yet? They have the cutest variety of announcements! This really is the only website you need to visit to find the most unique stationery for new Moms!  The only problem I could see you may have is trying to pick your favorite! You can choose Boy, Girl or Neutral and select different photo options such as No Photo, One Photo, Two Photos or Three+ Photos. And, if you order free birth announcement samples, they will include chic styling ideas for your nursery. What I really love about the website is all the varieties of designs to choose from! Check out these two adorable ones below!

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This website really can be your stationery go-to website for all your stationery needs. They also have a wonderful selection of wedding invitations, seasonal stationery, and children’s art including Baby & Kids Room Signs. I know my son would love one of the Room Signs for his room. Besides, the Birth Announcements, another favorite of mine is the Mommy Calling Cards. These would be such a personalized gift and perfect for all Moms! The starting price is $30 for $25 cards. Minted really is a fun website! Check out the Inspiration Boards! You can make your own, share and win up to $1700 in minted. prizes. Now, how cool is that?!

Self Disclosure: I received compensation to review minted. but any opinions expressed are honest and truthful. Photo Credit: minted.

Filed Under: Archived Content, Featured Products of the Week

Bebe Bella Designs Crinkle Toy

March 8, 2014 By Leave a Comment

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Sensory development is serious play for your little one!  Keep your baby both stimulated and comforted with Bebe Bella Designs Crinkle Toy. This crinkle toy is made with our signature soft minky chenille and is lined with a fun “crinkly” noise that can keep your little one entertained for hours. Size: 5″X5″

We received one to review and give this a Thumbs up for babies! It is soft and they will love the “crinkly” noise it makes! For more information, check out the website!

A Giveaway has been added! (Not sponsored by SoCal City Kids)

 Here are the details: the crinkle toy giveaway will start Tuesday, March 11th and run through March 31st, or while supplies last. This is an absolutely free crinkle; you just pay for shipping and handling. **Limit one crinkle per household.** Simply place the crinkle toy in your shopping cart and enter code “crinkleblog” in the discount code area at check out.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.
I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Filed Under: Featured Products of the Week

TOGETHER THEY WILL FIND A WAY

March 8, 2014 By 6 Comments

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Families from coast-to-coast will come along on a breathtaking and uplifting wilderness adventure when Anchor Bay Entertainment unleashes Against the Wild on DVD and digital download for the first time. The action-packed feature film tells the dramatic tale of two siblings and their Alaskan Malamute, who must make an emergency landing when their small plane has engine problems. They find themselves in a beautiful but potentially dangerous natural environment that they must overcome together. Written and directed by Richard Boddington, starringCJ Adams (The Odd Life of Timothy Green, Dan in Real Life), Erin Pitt (Silent Hill: Revelation 3D, Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam and the upcoming American Girl: Isabelle Dances into the Spotlight) and Natasha Henstridge(“She Spies,” The Whole Nine Yards) and co-starring John Tench (Tooth Fairy), the film makes its national retail and digital debut on March 11, 2014.

 

A gripping adventure for the whole family, Against the Wild (SRP $24.98) begins with siblings Zach (Adams) and Hannah (Pitt) traveling by seaplane with Chinook, their Alaskan Malamute, to visit their father (Ted Whittall of “Beauty & The Beast”) for the weekend. When their plane encounters engine trouble, the pilot is forced to make an emergency landing in the woods in the middle of nowhere. As they travel on foot to seek help, Zach, Hannah and their loyal companion come face-to-face with the challenges of the wilds – from wolves and grizzly bears to forest fires. Using all the wilderness skills they know – and with some help from Chinook, the siblings must work together to overcome each obstacle and conquer the ultimate goal – returning home again.

An exciting, fast-paced adventure with beautiful cinematography and a stirring musical score performed by a live 65-piece orchestra in Prague, Against the Wild will keep the whole family on the edge of their seat from start to finish.

DVD Special Features: Outtakes and the Music of Against the Wild.


Against the Wild has been approved for all ages by the Dove Foundation, which awarded the film with 5/5 Doves, and recommends it as “a terrific film for the entire family!.”

We received this DVD to review and loved it! It will make you smile, it will make you cry and it’s a wonderful heart-warming story for the whole family!

We have teamed up for a Giveaway! One winner will win a free DVD. To enter, simply leave a comment below telling us that you would like to win! Deadline to enter is March 16th, 2014 at midnight. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries.

 

About Anchor Bay Entertainment

Anchor Bay Entertainment is a leading home entertainment company.  Anchor Bay acquires and distributes feature films, original television programming, including STARZ Original series, children’s entertainment, anime (Manga Entertainment), fitness (Anchor Bay Fitness), sports, and other filmed entertainment on DVD and Blu-ray™ formats.  The company has long term distribution agreements in place for select programming with AMC Networks, RADiUS, and The Weinstein Company.  Headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA, Anchor Bay Entertainment has offices in Troy, MI, as well as Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.  Anchor Bay Entertainment (www.anchorbayentertainment.com) is a Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA, STRZB) business, www.starz.com.

Self Disclosure: I received a free DVD to facilitate this review/giveaway.

 

Filed Under: Archived Content

LEGO® Legends of CHIMA™ Online

March 8, 2014 By 1 Comment

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The battle for CHI builds on in the world of CHIMA™!  Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, The LEGO Group and WB Games Montréal today announced the launch of LEGO® Legends of CHIMA™ Online for the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch devices, playable with a WiFi connection.  LEGO Legends of CHIMA Online, already available for Windows PC and Mac, is an immersive and interactive free to play online game that extends and complements the popular LEGO Legends of CHIMA universe of products, including construction sets, vehicles, TV shows and more!  The online game officially moved out of Beta last month with game enhancements and new features including parent accounts and chat, and this enhanced experience is now available for download on the App Store.

“We are very excited to bring the expansive world of CHIMA Online to iOS players,” said Louis Lamarche, Creative Director for LEGO Legends of CHIMA Online at WB Games Montréal.  “Now players can seamlessly pick up and play right where they left off in the game from their PC or Mac to any of their iOS devices.”

In CHIMA Online, players take on the role of an animal warrior in the Lion, Eagle, Gorilla or Bear tribe, and set forth on missions to help protect the vast and magical world of CHIMA.  After creating and customizing their character, players explore massive environments from the cartoon series like the Forest of Falling Leaves. They will uncover hidden secrets and treasures, build weapons and gadgets, and collect studs and gold bricks that will help expand their Outpost.  Players will also be able to team up with their friends in epic battles and unleash the power of CHI, giving them extraordinary strength and power against their enemies.  With creative missions, side challenges, and action-packed battles, CHIMA Online offers hours upon hours of building, puzzle solving and exploration.

Committed to providing kids with fun and incredibly immersive connected game experience, CHIMA Online also contains actively moderated chat filters to help prevent the collection and sharing of personal information, ensuring a fun environment for kids to communicate and providing ease of mind for parents.

Developed by WB Games Montreal in conjunction with TT Games, LEGO Legends of CHIMA Online is rated “E10+,” appropriate for everyone 10 and older. For more information, please visit www.CHIMAOnline.com.

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The game is free to play and can be downloaded below:

 

Self Disclosure: I did not receive any products to facilitate this feature.

Filed Under: Archived Content, Media Reviews

IBitz

March 8, 2014 By Leave a Comment

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The iBitz fitness monitor is a revolutionary device that puts the fun back into walking. This gadget allows kids to earn rewards and prizes while getting exercise. The best is part is that it’s fun for the whole family.

This tech toy is a wireless fitness monitor that comes for both kids and adults. It can track how many miles you walk, steps you take and calories you burn all at the same time. It also lets kids blast off on a space adventure, teaching things like how to eat healthy along the way. The great thing about iBitz is that there are no crazy wires. It connects wirelessly to your phone! Parents will love the Unity app, because it allows you to do things like form your own fitness groups and track the whole family. Kids will also adore the Geopals app that gives kids their own Geobot they can feed and play with. If that’s not enough, they can also unlock games in the AppStore. There are so many cool things about an iBitz and all you have to do is walk.

What I like about iBitz is that it is easy and fun. You can literally use it any where.  All you have to do is clip it on your pants or shoe and go. They also come in a rainbow of colors that are amazing and fun to look at. The inventors did a fantastic job of creating a smart way for kids to become more active using their phones, which rarely ever happens.

IBitz is different than any other pedometer on the market for many reasons. The iBitz is the world’s first pedometer that motivates kids to stay active using a kid friendly app along with the device. It can withstand anything a kid can do and can even be worn in the rain. The iBitz also tracks much more than your steps, it can help you start living a healthier life by allowing you to set goals for yourself. Also, no other pedometer sends your information right to your phone, so you can take it wherever you want.

I recommend the amazing  iBitz fitness tracker for both boys and girls ages 5 to 13 and I give it five out of five sparkling stars. The iBitz fitness monitor is now in stores and online so please pick one up today.

Credit: KIDS FIRST! Coming Attractions

 

 

Filed Under: Archived Content, Featured Products of the Week
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