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Great American Fun at the Gaylord National

There is absolutely no shortage of summer fun when you plan a visit at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. This is our family’s favorite spot to get away from it all, kick back, and enjoy time together! Our family is still coming down from a high from our recent visit, where we got to experience all of the SummerFest fun! When you think of old fashioned American summer pastimes, you think barbeques, pool time, drive-in movies and live music! The Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center has brought these iconic American-themed activities as part of its SummerFest program featuring an All-American Celebration presented… Read More

Incredibles 2-Totally Worth the 14yr Wait!

The Incredible family is back with an all new adventure, and you are going to want to see it! Fourteen years in the making and this long anticipated sequel does not disappoint! I watched The Incredibles 14 years ago with kids I was babysitting at the time. No kids of my own yet. Of course since having kids, they have seen The Incredibles many times, and we even had the pleasure of visiting them back in 2008 at Walt Disney World! Fast forward to 2018, we re-watched The Incredibles to prep for Incredibles 2! I took my youngest two to… Read More

Dumbo Teaser Trailer & Poster- The Sweetest Thing!

Are you ready to watch the absolute sweetest thing you will see all day? Be prepared to have your heart strings tugged on! This teaser trailer for the live action Dumbo is so sweet. Just look at little Dumbo’s eyes looking at you! Go ahead, look! From Disney and visionary director Tim Burton, the all-new grand live-action adventure DUMBO expands on the beloved classic story where differences are celebrated, family is cherished and dreams take flight. Circus owner Max Medici (Danny DeVito) enlists former star Holt Farrier (Colin Farrell) and his children Milly (Nico Parker) and Joe (Finley Hobbins) to care for… Read More

FREE & CHEAP Summer Movies 2018!

Summer time is here in the DMV! We love spending time outside and in the pool, but sometimes it is nice to have a indoor activity! Cue a giant list of FREE or highly discounted moveis! Movies are a great way to take a break from the heat this summer. I have put together a list of all of the places offering FREE or discounted movies this summer! Check it out! Summer Movie Express Regal Cinemas- Family fun movies playing on Tuesdays & Wednesdays for the summertime! Admission to the Summer Movie Express is only $1. Tickets available for purchase… Read More

THE LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART

“The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part” reunites the heroes of Bricksburg in an all new action-packed adventure to save their beloved city. It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are facing a huge new threat: LEGO DUPLO®invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than they can rebuild. The battle to defeat them and restore harmony to the LEGO universe will take Emmet, Lucy, Batman and their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds, including a strange galaxy where everything is a musical. It will test their courage, creativity and Master Building skills, and reveal just how special… Read More

Date Night at Sur La Table!

Looking for a way to spice up your date night? Why not give cooking classes a try! You do not have to do the same old thing over and over. Try something new and learn a few new cooking skills while you are at it. My husband and I recently took a class at Sur La Table at their Pike & Rose location. I was not sure what to expect since we have never done this type of thing before. Not a chef or clueless in the kitchen? No worries. These classes are fun and for all levels of kitchen… Read More

Brunch at Tupelo Honey

Brunch has always been one of my favorite meals! I love trying a new brunch place, especially whenever we travel. My husband and I recently spent the weekend in Raleigh, NC for our anniversary. We had the pleasure of enjoying brunch at Tupelo Honey Cafe. Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina mountains we call home. Our recipes are simply crafted and made from scratch with responsibly sourced ingredients that bring the best of every season. For over 15 years, we have infused our Southern spirit into every bite. At Tupelo Honey, we create breakfasts,… Read More

Ralph Breaks The Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 Trailer!

Ralph is here and about to break the internet with this new trailer! Another long awaited sequel is coming at you, and this one features Ralph, Vanellope, and a few other Disney characters you might recognize. In the trailer we see Ralph and Vanellope head inside the internet. You can see a glimpse of little blue birds tweeting messages, an aggressive “search bar”, and the amazing world of Disney! I absolutely love seeing Vanellope look wide eyed at some Stormtroopers, I mean that is always my reaction when I see them too! Check out what Vanellope had to say about… Read More

Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival 2018!

One of my favorite events of the year is back! The Food & Wine Festival at Busch Gardens Williamsburg is a can’t miss culinary experience. Not only do I love going to one of the world’s most beautiful theme parks, but I love this event where I can sample food from around the world! You can experience the Food & Wine Festival on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May 25 – July 1. The festival, which enters its sixth year at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, offers guests the opportunity to sample a variety of food and beverages not normally served in the… Read More

Win A SPIRIT RIDING FREE Prize Pack!

Do your kids love DreamWorks Animation’s SPIRIT RIDING FREE? I know mine sure do! We have loved watching the adventures of Lucky, Spirit, and their friends! My girls love horses and we occasionally get to ride. Whenever we do, they always pretend they are their favorite characters from one of their favorite shows…SPIRIT RIDING FREE! I love that they can see themselves in these characters- strong, brave, adventurous, kind, and animal lovers. My girls are currently enjoying a new season. SPIRIT RIDING FREE is now in their fifth season, which premiered on Netflix on May 11th. Did you know Target has a great… Read More