Travel Photography: The Phoenix Sun Rises
This photo was taken on my press trip to Phoenix Arizona. The sun rise was beautiful.
Strawberry Banana Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake Recipe Truvia #ad
May 17, 2013 By 1 Comment
I’m a Truvia Brand Ambassador and compensated for my time.
Strawberry Banana Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake RecipeTonight we had a special treat because dad is gone and mom can’t chew anything. My teeth hurt so much from my braces so I promised the kids we would have ice cream, well I fudged just a tad by giving them way more fruit than ice cream. I made them a milkshake/smoothie. It was a hit, I was even able to get my daughter to eat all of her hamburger, by telling her that she had to finish her burger before she could finish her ice cream. It was awesome!
Strawberry Banana Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake Recipe
(using Truvia)
Ingredients:
2 cups frozen strawberries
1 banana
1 cup milk
1 Tbsp + 1⁄2 tsp Truvía® natural sweetener spoonable
1/2 cup Tillamook Peanut Butter & Chocolate Ice Cream
Directions:
Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until well blended.
Lance Snacks 100th Birthday: $100,000 Dream Birthday Party Giveaway #Paid @LanceSnacks
May 17, 2013 By 1 Comment
This is a sponsored post and I also received samples.
May 6th was my birthday and I was lucky enough to spend it in one of the most happiest places on the earth, Disneyland. I had my children with me and my daughter was so excited to spend my birthday with me looking for princesses all over the park. It was a fantastic birthday for me and my little princess. Speaking of birthdays……
This year is Lance’s 100th birthday. In honor of this occasion, Lance is celebrating with its fans, giving them more of what they love throughout the year. They are giving everyone the chance to win the birthday of their dreams, much like I just experienced with my family. You have the opportunity to win $100,000 in the 100 Days to Win. The 100 Days to Win is an online program with daily challenges and opportunities to win prizes, including the $100,000 towards a dream birthday party at Happy100Lance.com
As part of Lance’s 100th birthday celebration we received samples of their crackers. I love Lance’s crackers I grew up with them as a kid and used them for lunch every day during middle school. I wasn’t a big eater in middle school so I was happy to just have a package of crackers. And now they have “more of what they love in 2013”; the new Xtra Fulls sandwich crackers with more peanut butter and they are good!
Of course they taste delicious and even with my braces I was able to eat them. I took them apart like an oreo cookie and took very small pieces to eat very slowly. Tastes like a very good birthday celebration!
Product Benefits From Lance Snack Crackers
- Availability of whole-grain products
- Up to six grams of protein in Lance varieties
- Use of freshly ground peanut butter from Georgia
- Use of real cheese
And like I noted above we are a princess family, so I thought it would be fun to share this Lance’s Birthday video. In this video you can learn how to make the best Princess Crowns I’ve seen home made.
Be sure to visit Happy100Lance.com for your chance to win the birthday of your dreams!
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The Girl on Fire: Katniss Everdeen Hunger Games Movie Poster
May 17, 2013 By 3 Comments
The Girl on Fire: Katniss Everdeen! Lionsgate has officially debuted the first official poster for THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE on their brand new official INSTAGRAM account for the movie. The poster showcases heroic Katniss and a tagline pulled straight from the incredible words of Suzanne Collins – The sun persists on rising, so I make myself stand.
Lionsgate is also encouraging fans to design and illustrate the first chapter of ‘Catching Fire’ for the chance to see their work featured on The Hunger Games’ official Facebook page! You can incorporate photos, drawings, GIFS & video to create a great experience inspired by the book. What a fun project to do with the kids! Check it out here: http://lions.gt/GlossiCF
Download the The Girl on Fire: Katniss Everdeen Movie Poster
And check out the new Hunger Games Instagram here: http://instagram.com/thehungergames
SYNOPSIS:
THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a "Victor’s Tour" of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.
THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE will be directed by Francis Lawrence, and produced by Nina Jacobson’s Color Force in tandem with producer Jon Kilik. The novel on which the film is based is the second in a trilogy that has over 50 million copies in print in the U.S. alone.
Lionsgate will release THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE on November 22, 2013.
Child Photography: The Curiosity of a child.
May 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
My son!
This is my son and his curiosity at it’s best. I love watching my kids learn. A child can ask questions that a wise man cannot answer.
Mid-May Madness Sale on all Disney Storybook apps
May 17, 2013 By 1 Comment
This weekend, Disney Publishing is running a Mid-May Madness Sale on all Storybook apps! From celebrated heroines in Cinderella, Tangled, and Brave to loveable creatures in Monsters, Inc. and Finding Nemo – these apps foster reading skills and dive into the back stories of these beloved characters.
The sale runs from May 17 – May 21 and all Storybook apps below will be $4.99 only!
- Wreck-It-Ralph Storybook Deluxe – Relive the incredible story of the Disney animated film Wreck-It Ralph – and, create and race your very own kart against other racers in the film! Wreck-It Ralph longs to be as beloved as his game’s perfect Good Guy, Fix-It Felix, Jr.
- Cars 2 Storybook Deluxe – Experience the action-packed story of Disney/Pixar’s Cars 2 in this supercharged children’s book app filled with vibrant art, professional narration, exciting music and sound effects, plus A-list celebrity voices from the film.
- Finding Nemo Storybook Deluxe – Through engaging narration, authentic underwater sound effects, and original graphics from the Academy Award winning movie, families can explore the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Harbor, and the world of reading together.
- Brave Storybook Deluxe – Experience the magic of Disney/Pixar’s Brave as an interactive storybook app. Read along and discover beautiful art, stunning animation, and special effects. Even hunt for hidden arrows and take aim in a Medieval-style archery game!
- Monsters, Inc Storybook Deluxe – Relive the incredible story of the highly acclaimed film classic Disney-Pixar Monsters, Inc. and find hidden Scare cards throughout the story. Navigate your way through a Monsters, Incorporated scare simulator training room to collect scream energy!
- Tangled: Storybook Deluxe – Disney’s “Tangled” is re-imagined in this interactive app. Read along and explore the magical world of Rapunzel through vibrant animated scenes with interactive tap-and-play surprises! Multiple reading modes include Follow Along, Read and Explore, Record Your Own Voice.
- Cinderella: Storybook Deluxe – Disney’s Cinderella has enchanted generations with its spellbinding story, charming music, and endearing characters that live in your heart forever. The Cinderella: Storybook Deluxe app includes a full retelling of the film with fresh illustrations, engaging narration, music and sound effects, as well as whimsical interactivity on every page.
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The Damon System is Now The Damon Smile
May 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
On Wednesday, May 15 at 9 a.m. ET, Ormco Corporation, a leading manufacturer and provider of advanced orthodontic technology and services, introduced Damon® Smile, the new consumer-facing name for the company’s flagship product, the Damon® System. The Damon Smile rebranding better connects the progressive orthodontic treatment with its ability to transform a person’s smile in less time, with greater comfort and extraordinary results.
An independent study found that the new Damon Smile name encourages prospective patients to think more about improving their smiles. To everyone considering enhancing their facial appearance and correcting their teeth—young and old—there’s never been a better time to achieve a new, beautiful smile, as the Damon Smile enables orthodontists to deliver remarkable outcomes.
Treating more than 3 million patients, the Damon Smile is an orthodontic treatment, offered by thousands of orthodontists worldwide, that is proven to improve smiles and provide results that go beyond straight teeth, correcting bites, smile arcs and overall facial symmetry for smoother cheek contours and enhanced profiles. Damon Clear™ is a virtually invisible option—ideal for today’s image-conscious adults and teens—that offers clear brackets for the upper and lower arches.
If you are interested in learning more about the Damon Smile visit the online Damon Doctor Locator, an easy-to-use search tool for locating a local Damon Smile provider.
Disney Planes Feature: Disney’s PLANES Takes Flight #DisneyPlanes
May 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The amazing new spot “Disney’s PLANES Takes Flight,” featuring music by the film’s composer, Mark Mancina, is now available. Feel free to share with your readers and make sure to mark your calendars for Disney’s PLANES which opens in theatres everywhere on August 9th!
From above the world of “Cars” comes “Disney’s Planes,” an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty’s not exactly built for racing—and he happens to be afraid of heights. So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty’s courage is put to the ultimate test as he aims to reach heights he never dreamed possible, giving a spellbound world the inspiration to soar. “Disney’s Planes” takes off in theaters on Aug. 9, 2013.
From above the world of “Cars,” “Disney’s Planes” is an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure about Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane whose high-flying dream gives a spellbound world the inspiration to soar.
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Food Photography: We Need to Make Something out of This Rhubarb
May 16, 2013 By 1 Comment
Food Photography: We Need to Make Something out of This Rhubarb
I think I’m ready to try to make Rhubarb pie. What would you make!
Pin To Win $7500.00 From Room To Grow #annies, #roomandboard and #yolocolorhouse
May 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Got ideas on how you’d like to redecorate your kid’s room, but don’t know where to begin? You’re in luck! Room & Board, YOLO Colorhouse and Annie’s Homegrown, three great family-‐friendly and eco-‐friendly companies, have joined forces to sponsor “Room to Grow,” a contest to solve one of the modern family’s perennial design problems—how to decorate your kid’s room so that it reflects their unique, creative spirit.
The contest runs May 13 through May 31, 2013 on Pinterest. If you’re the “Room to Grow” winner, you’ll receive $7,500 worth of kid’s furnishings, floor planning and design consultation from Room & Board; a color consultation, contracted painting services and paint for walls and ceiling valued at $600 from YOLO Colorhouse; and a gift basket of Annie’s Homegrown products plus FREE Annie’s product coupons, valued at $1,500.
To enter, create a “Room to Grow” Pinterest board and categorize it under Home Décor. Pin a photo of your child’s room in need of a makeover along with at least three of each of the following from the master “Room to Grow” Pinterest board: Room & Board furnishings; YOLO Colorhouse paint swatches; and Annie’s Homegrown snacks. Add #annies, #roomandboard and #yolocolorhouse in the description of each image. Submit a link to your board along with a short description explaining the inspiration behind your choices and how these items will brighten your child’s life. Submit to contest@roomandboard.com. All entries will be judged by representatives from each company and based on originality, creativity, and adherence to the rules. For complete entry requirements and Official Rules, visit 
www.roomandboard.com/roomtogrow. The contest is not sponsored by or associated with Pinterest.
Spin Art Fun in Seattle:
A Room & Board in-‐store event with fun-‐for-‐ the-‐whole-‐family activities, such as creating original spin art with the YOLO Colorhouse Pedal Powered Spin Art Bike, and sampling healthy snacks from Annie’s Homegrown will take place May 18-‐19, 2013 from 10-‐5 on Saturday and 11-‐5 on Sunday at Room & Board Seattle at University Village, 2675 NE University Village St. Seattle, WA 98105.
