Recent Posts
Movie Review: Escape Room
Available now on DVD is the thriller, Escape Room. The film stars Evan Williams, Annabelle Stephenson, Elisabeth Hower, Dan J. Johnson, John Ierardi, Kelly Delson, and Iris Avalee, to name a few. I am honestly not familiar with any of the actors, but that is OK. Tyler (Williams) is about to celebrate his 30th birthday. His girlfriend, … [More...]
Movie Review: Girl’s Trip
Now available today on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Download is the comedy film, Girl's Trip. Girl's Trip features Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Tiffany Haddish. This film is rated "R", and rightfully so. If you have seen the red band trailer for this film you'll know why. It can be a bit raunchy at times. Girl's Trip … [More...]
The Best Athletic Clothes for Winter
*This is a guest post. The opinions are that of the author's and do not necessarily reflect my own. Just because the weather is getting colder doesn’t mean you can’t lead an active lifestyle outside! One of my favorite things about the changing seasons is being able to switch up my wardrobe. Leading an active lifestyle is so much easier with cute … [More...]
5 Apps to Make Vacation Traveling Easier
*This is a guest post. The opinions expressed are that of the author's and do no necessarily reflect my own. Traveling has never been easier for the average person, given the wide array of support applications dedicated entirely to making sure you have a good time. In fact, it’s such a competitive space, that tourism in general has the brunt of some … [More...]
Five Pants Styles for Fall 2017
*This is a guest post. The opinions expressed are that of the author's and no not necessarily reflect my own. Fall is a time for cool air, warm colors, and inspiring fashion and design trends. The falling leaves signal a shift from fun, flirty summer clothing to stylish, sophisticated fall apparel. While past years have brought versatile scarves, cozy … [More...]
Current Giveaways
The Snowman – in theaters October 19, 2017 (exclusive giveaway ends 10/23/17)
I have to admit, I am a fan of watching movie trailers. Not necessarily when I am sitting in a movie theater waiting to watch a film (those trailers go on forever!), but I will watch them online when I'm at home. It's a great way to get a "heads up" about new movies on the horizon. A few months ago I saw a trailer for the film The Snowman. … [More...]
My Little Pony: The Movie – Giveaway! (ends 10/2/17)
*This post is in partnership with Lionsgate. Making its way to a theater near you is the much anticipated (at least with the kids that I work with) film My Little Pony: The Movie. It opens nation wide on October 6, 2017. I'm surprised that no one thought to make a major motion picture about My Little Pony sooner. It's such a popular franchise. It's … [More...]
Warner Bros. Pictures’ The LEGO NINJAGO Movie, now in theaters (giveaway ends 9/30/17)
*I have partnered with Warner Bros. Pictures to bring you this giveaway. Are you looking for an action packed, fun, family movie to see this weekend (or next weekend)? If so, you might want to check out the new movie from Warner Bros. Pictures - The LEGO NINJAGO Movie. It's now playing in theaters across the country. The film features the … [More...]
- Despicable Me 3 – in theaters June 30, 2017 (fun giveaway ends on July 7, 2017)
- The House – coming to a theater near you on June 30th (giveaway ends 6/25/17)
- Power of a goddess. Heart of a hero. #WonderWoman, in theaters this Friday (giveaway ends 6/10/17)
- A Dog’s Purpose – Now available on Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD (giveaway ends 5/14/17)
- Movie Review: Sing (giveaway ends on 4/8/17)
Reviews
Bring out your inner “Rock Star” with Yamaha
Do you play an instrument? Have you ever played an instrument? When I was in elementary school we were given the opportunity to play an instrument. We have many options to choose from. For me there was only one choice - the drums! I wanted to learn how to play the drums. I begged my parents to let me take up drums. Sadly, they didn't share … [More...]
Movie Review: Train to Busan – an actual GREAT horror movie
If you read my blog on a regular basis you know that I enjoy horror movies. I am a big fan of the genre. I was into zombies long before most people jumped on the zombie "bandwagon," thanks to shows like The Walking Dead. I've found zombie movies entertaining since the original Dawn of the Dead (1978). As a child I enjoyed Dracula and other … [More...]
Writing a Good Book Review: Tips and Tricks
Book reviews, when well-written, offer a critical perspective applicable to the assigned text. These reviews will make an argument either for, or against, the topic at hand. They will provide readers with reasons to agree with, or dispute, the author’s position. Most importantly though, a book review is not simply a summary, but a commentary on … [More...]
Entertainment
Movie Review: Escape Room
Available now on DVD is the thriller, Escape Room. The film stars Evan Williams, Annabelle Stephenson, Elisabeth Hower, Dan J. Johnson, John Ierardi, Kelly Delson, and Iris Avalee, to name a few. I am honestly not familiar with any of the actors, but that is OK. Tyler (Williams) is about to celebrate his 30th birthday. His girlfriend, … [More...]
Movie Review: Girl’s Trip
Now available today on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Download is the comedy film, Girl's Trip. Girl's Trip features Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Tiffany Haddish. This film is rated "R", and rightfully so. If you have seen the red band trailer for this film you'll know why. It can be a bit raunchy at times. Girl's Trip … [More...]
Movie Review: Baby Driver
Rev up your engines! The high octane film, Baby Driver, is now available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Download. Baby Driver stars Ansel Elgort, Kevin Spacey, Lily James, John Bernthal, Eliza Gonzalez, Jon Hamm and Jamie Fox. Baby (Elgort) is the getaway driver for a crime boss, Doc (Spacey). He's serving penance for robbing Doc. As his … [More...]
My Ramblings
December 9th is National Believe Day – Do YOU believe?
Did you know that December 9th is National Believe Day? It's part of a campaign called the #SantaProject. Children and adults from around the country are declaring that they believe in Santa Claus. The mission of the campaign is to keep the story of Santa alive in our modern age by filling the internet with the magic of belief. I love this … [More...]
It truly is a small world after all… (giveaway ends 3/31/16)
I am a very sentimental person. I have A LOT of wonderful memories from my youth. I have things around my home and in storage that have a lot of great memories attached to them. All I need to do it look at an object and all those wonderful memories come pouring back into my mind. Take for example the poreclin dog I have sitting on my … [More...]
The Little Red Wagon…
Think back to when you were a little child. Was there a toy that was very special to you? For me it was my Fisher Price Little People (back when they were made out of wood) and my stuffed animals. In fact I still have the first two stuffed animals I was ever given - Pal and Bridget. Pal is in bad condition. In fact, he doesn't even have a piece of hair left … [More...]
