About Adventures in Babysitting Adventures in Babysitting," inspired by the hugely popular 1980s film of the same name, is an upcoming Disney Channel Original Movie starring Sabrina Carpenter (of Disney Channel's hit comedy series "Girl Meets World") and Sofia Carson (of the hit Disney Channel Original Movie "Descendants"). In "Adventures in Babysitting," a dull evening for two competing babysitters, Jenny (Sabrina Carpenter) and Lola (Sofia Carson), turns into an adventure in the big city as … [Read more...]
Little Monster Birthday Party for Nathanael
This month my little monster, who I love with all my heart, Nate, celebrated his fourth birthday. We had a pool party for him and invited the cousins over for a fun Little Monster Birthday Party at our community pool. Since his big sister, Isabella, had a pool party, he wanted one too. We planned the pool party for 12 pm - 3 pm, but everyone ended up staying longer. It was a record breaking hot day in Western Washington and the pool was the perfect place to be. I found great Little … [Read more...]
Increase STEM Learning with My.Future Platform
This post was sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club of America as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. My kids are growing up in an amazing technologically advanced world. I can't even compare it to my own childhood play or education. They both quickly pick up technology; it never ceases to amaze me! Did you know that by 2018 there will be more than 8 million STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) jobs in the U.S.? It is estimated that 3 million of those jobs … [Read more...]
4 Medical Apps You Can Use on Your Phone
Mobile technology is transforming the way companies in a range of sectors do business, including those in the healthcare industry. Apps like these are helping improve the performance of healthcare practitioners and producing a better patient experience. Flu Near You: Real-Time Monitoring of Virus Spread Image via iTunes For years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published a weekly influenza update featuring statistics on U.S. residents with flu-like symptoms, the number … [Read more...]
Don’t Run Out of Home Essentials This Summer
This is a sponsored post with Walmart and SheSpeaks. All opinions are mine alone. In the summer, hubby and I like to always have new razors in the house. Hubby shaves his head every two days, to the skin. Bald. And of course I am shaving my legs and armpits in the summer time very frequently. Since we have a community pool and I am in a bathing suit pretty often, running out of razors is not an option. Hubby, doesn't like when his receding hair starts growing in so he stays on top of his … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter and Jam Sandwich Bar (Extending Camping in the RV)
This is a sponsored post with Adams Natural Peanut Butter. All opinions are mine alone. We camped in our 5th wheel travel trailer for 10 days this month here in Western Washington. We've known about this camping trip for almost a year and I'll be the first to admit that I wasn't prepared. I didn't make my normal list of things to pack. And I ended up forgetting a lot of things -- most importantly rain coats and rain boots. The clouds, thunder, lightening and rain was a HUGE surprise and … [Read more...]
10 Movies Based on Books to Stream on Netflix
I don't know about all of you, but I love when one of my favorite books is made into a movie. I know, I know -- the movie is never quite as good as the book, but it's still a treat to see the movie played out before my eyes on the big screen. I am excited to see so many great movies on Netflix that have been adapted from books. New this month to Netflix is The Giver. In a future society without hardship or free choice, young Jonas discovers a powerful truth and becomes determined to expose … [Read more...]
