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#SpaceWarriors Premiering May 31st and Blu-ray Combo Pack Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Sat, 25 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Thank you to Walden Family Theater/Space Warriors for the below giveaway.

Walden Family Theater is proud to announce the Space Warriors Blog App & a chance to Win a Family Trip to Space Camp!

Watch Space Warriors on Hallmark Channel May 31st at 8/7C for your chance to win a trip for the whole family to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center's Space Camp! Keep an eye out for the secret keyword for a chance to go on location where Space Warriors was filmed and train like a real astronaut!

In Space Warriors, six highly skilled teenagers are handpicked to be part of a summer space camp competition but they don’t realize that they will be forced to solve a life or death crisis aboard the International Space Station as the world anxiously watches.

You can also check out the cool Space Warriors Blog App below, which has the following features:
• Win a Family Trip to SPACE CAMP! - Tune in to Space Warriors on Hallmark Channel May 31 at 8/7c for the secret keyword to win a family trip to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center’s Space Camp!
• How Spacey Are You? QUIZ – Are you a Space Warrior? Do you use the stars to navigate your journeys instead of the map function on your smartphone? Take this quiz to find out whether you're destined to orbit the cosmos or whether you're happiest living here on this planet.
• Prepare for Blast-off! Space Warriors Viewing Guide – Mark your calendars for May 31st and check off the boxes as you watch Space Warriors for the most spectacular, spaciest experience!

Win: One lucky winner will receive a Space Warriors Blu-ray Combo Pack! (Walmart Exclusive)

To enter, check out the Space Warriors Viewing Guide in the blog app above, and comment on your favorite activity.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Follow me on Bloglovin ("new" and "existing" followers eligible)
2)Subscribe to my feed ("new" and "existing" subscribers eligible)
3)Follow me on Instagram ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your user name in your comment)
4)Follow me on Twitter ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is June 8, 2013 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about June 9, 2013 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s Terms of Use.
Good luck!

Thank you to the Walden Family Theater/Space Warriors for providing the product for giveaway free of charge. Click here for my disclosure policy.

Tea Collection Memorial Day Sale

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:15:00 +0000

Disclosure: Below links are affiliate.

Fabulous sale alert! Starting today, through Monday, May 27^th, Tea Collection is offering $15 Girls Dresses, $12 Girls Leggings and $12 Boys Tops. Stock up on comfortable and durable tops for boys. Mix and match adorable girls' legging and dresses for endless outfit combinations. Don't miss your chance to take advantage of this amazing sale from Tea Collection! Happy Shopping!

Stella & Dot Memorial Day Sale

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:56:00 +0000

Disclosure: Below links are affiliate.

Fabulous sale alert! Stella & Dot is offering up to 50% off sale items and free shipping on orders over $100+ from 5/24-5/27.
The Stella & Dot Leona Pendant Necklace makes a bold statement and is adored by both celebrities and fashion editors alike. Each necklace is one of a kind because the stone is hand-cut. The Stella & Dot La Coco Clutch - Black can be partnered with a simple top or can be used to accessorize dressy attire for summer benefits and galas--the options are endless! Dressing up for a picnic or summer festival can be a blast. Go in style with the the gorgeous Stella & Dot Cleo Fringe Statement Earrings. Be sure to check out Stella & Dot's Memorial Day Sale today! Enjoy!

Support Better Speech and Hearing Month and Let's Hear it for Almigal Book Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Fri, 24 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

May is Better Speech and Hearing Month!

When Wendy Kupfer's daughter Ali was born in 1977, doctors said she would never speak, due to a profound hearing loss. Now at 60-years-old Wendy has authored her first book, Let Hear it For Almigal (May 2012, Handfinger Press), featuring a precocious little girl wearing cotton-candy pink cochlear implants, based on Ali who has grown into a beautiful, self-confident, happily married woman with a masters degree in Social Work. As a advocate for children with hearing loss Wendy is advising new moms of children with hearing loss, reading to students in schools, speaking to various organizations, and working closely with leading cochlear implant surgeons. Based in South Florida, Wendy is a mother of 2 and grandmother of 3, and is currently working on the sequel to Let’s Hear it for Almigal.

Let's Hear it For Almigal is an award winning children's picture book about a little girl with cochlear implants. Almigal is unhappy when she can’t hear a baby’s giggle, robins chirping or Mommy and Daddy saying, “I love you.” Young readers will identify with Almigal and her friends, and rejoice with her when a solution is found. Let’s Hear it for Almigal teaches a universal message for ALL children to celebrate and accept our differences, and makes the perfect starting point for conversations about people with disabilities.

*** 5% of sales from Let’s Hear it for Almigal are donated to organizations that support children with hearing loss and their families***

Win: One lucky winner will receive a signed copy of Let's Hear It for Almigal!

To enter, comment on why you'd like to win.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Follow me on Bloglovin ("new" and "existing" followers eligible)
2)Subscribe to my feed ("new" and "existing" subscribers eligible)
3)Follow me on Instagram ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your user name in your comment)
4)Follow me on Twitter ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is June 7, 2013 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about June 8, 2013 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s Terms of Use.
Good luck!

Thank you to the sponsor for providing the product for giveaway free of charge.

#BetOnYourBaby Blog App & Luvs Coupons Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Have you watched Bet On Your Baby, the new show that air Saturdays 8/7c on ABC? It's such a fun show, and now there's a cool blog app with some cool features!

Every parent thinks they know their baby well, but are they willing to bet on it?

Bet on Your Baby is a new show where parents play fun games with their toddlers, and try to “bet” on what baby will do next! If they guess correctly, the family wins $5,000 in college tuition money, and the chance to play for $50,000!

All of these heartwarming and hilarious games are played in a toy-filled room called the Baby Dome. Do you think that you could predict what baby will do next?

Check out the super fun Bet On Your Baby Blog App below, with features such as:

• Would You Survive The Baby Dome? QUIZ –
How well do you know the behavior of babies? How do you think these toddlers will fare playing these games in the Baby Dome? Take the quiz to find out!

• Bet On Your Baby GAME GALLERY –
View the cutest clips of the stars of the show! Visit the Game Gallery to watch the babies and parents in action, playing awesome games together such as Toy Time, Stack 'Em, and The Sound of Moo-sic.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a three-coupon pack for Luvs® Super Absorbent Jumbo Pack samples to give away to one of your readers!

To enter, comment on your favorite clip in the Game Gallery from the blog app above.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Follow me on Bloglovin ("new" and "existing" followers eligible)
2)Subscribe to my feed ("new" and "existing" subscribers eligible)
3)Follow me on Instagram ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your user name in your comment)
4)Follow me on Twitter ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is June 6, 2013 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about June 7, 2013 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s Terms of Use.
Good luck!

Thank you to the sponsor for providing the product for giveaway free of charge.

WW: Fire Starter

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Trying to get a fire going at the Polynesian Cultural Center Samoa Village.

#Copperhead Movie Blog App and Prize Pack Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:41:00 +0000

Did you know that this year marks the 150 year anniversary of the Civil War & The Battle of Gettysburg?

We were all taught about the Civil War in school, but how much do we really know about the challenging stories of the brave families during the era? Mothers, fathers, and children all experienced intense hardship as family members left to fight in combat. 150 years later the timeless stories of families affected by war still remain especially pertinent.

Commemorate the 150 year anniversary & keep your kids learning during the summer by catching Copperhead, a Civil War movie the whole family can watch together and talk about!

About Copperhead:
From director Ron Maxwell, (Gettysburg, Gods and Generals) Copperhead is unlike any other Civil War movie. Far from the Virginia battlefield, it’s the exciting story of Abner Beech (Billy Campbell), a peace-loving but stubborn dairy farmer in upstate New York. He detests slavery, but opposes the war for the sake of the “union.” Abner is neither a Yankee nor a Rebel. He is a Copperhead. This is an extraordinary story of family and community. Learn more: http://www.copperheadthemovie.com

Copperhead will hit theaters on June 28, but until then, check out the fun blog app below, which has fun features, such as:

• Test Your Civil War Knowledge TRIVIA! - Are you a history buff? Love historical speeches, figures, and places? Transport yourself back to the time of the Copperheads and take the trivia to test your Civil War knowledge. Choose your answer before time runs out!
• Behind-the-Scenes - Discover how director/producer Ron Maxwell and his team recreated the exact look of the Civil War era.
• Copperhead Cooking: Recipes PDF - The family dinner table was an important central focus for every household during the Civil War. Celebrate and appreciate the era by re-creating these easy-to-follow recipes with the whole family before watching Copperhead in theaters.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a Copperhead Movie Prize Pack which includes:

- Official Copperhead Movie Poster hand signed by Director/Producer Ron Maxwell (Gettysburg, Gods and Generals) (27 X 40)
- The Copperhead Official Companion Book [Author: Harold Frederic]
- Movie Theater Cash [Valid for 1 Movie Admission]

To enter, check out the Copperhead Cooking Recipes in the blog app above, and comment on your favorite recipe.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Follow me on Bloglovin ("new" and "existing" followers eligible)
2)Subscribe to my feed ("new" and "existing" subscribers eligible)
3)Follow me on Instagram ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your user name in your comment)
4)Follow me on Twitter ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is June 4, 2013 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about June 5, 2013 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s Terms of Use.
Good luck!

Thank you to Copperhead Movie for providing the product for giveaway free of charge.

Stella & Dot Summer Boutique

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:32:00 +0000

Disclosure: The below links are affiliate.

Now is the perfect time to launch your own business and join Stella & Dot's growing team of Stylists! Stella & Dot creates flexible, work from home business opportunities for entrepreneurial women. Create the success you deserve. To find out more information visit www.stelladot.com/stylist. Get started today!

Because I'm Your Dad Book and Monster Bowling Game Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Because I'm Your Dad

"Because I'm your dad, you can have spaghetti for breakfast, French toast for dinner, and rocky road ice cream in the bathtub."

In a text that's both playful and loving, a father expresses his hopes and dreams for a one-of-a-kind relationship with his child. Whimsical monster characters bring the silly and sweet scenes to life and keep the book universal. The book's ending, a moving tribute to the author's father, guarantees intergenerational appeal.

"Because I'm your dad, I will do all of these things for you and more . . .
because that's what my dad did for me."

About the author

Ahmet Zappa is the son of late rock musician/composer Frank Zappa and, as he puts it, "My awesome mother, Gail." Because I'm Your Dad is both a tribute to his happy childhood and a promise to his daughter, Halo. Ahmet grew up with a learning disability and now writes books to help children discover how wonderful reading can be. Through his production company, Monsterfoot Productions, Ahmet has developed several television shows and movies, including "The Odd Life of Timothy Green."

For a cute gift idea for Father's Day, check out these "Because You're My Dad" coupons.

You can purchase Because I'm Your Dad on Amazon.com (SRP $15.99)

Win: One lucky winner will receive a Monster Bowling Game and a copy of Because I'm Your Dad!

To enter, comment on something your dad (or any other father-type figure in your life) has done for you that made you feel special as a child.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Follow me on Bloglovin ("new" and "existing" followers eligible)
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3)Follow me on Instagram ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your user name in your comment)
4)Follow me on Twitter ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is June 3, 2013 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about June 4, 2013 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s Terms of Use.
Good luck!

Thank you to the sponsor for providing the information and products for giveaway free of charge.

Zinc Door Offers 15% off Trina Turk Bedding

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:11:00 +0000

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Simply changing your bedding to keep up with the seasons is the key to keeping your bedroom fresh and stylish. With summer quickly approaching, now is the time to store your winter bedding until next year. Upgrade your room to match your mood with bright colors and fun designs and save money by doing so! Right now, Zinc Door is offering 15% off Trina Turk bedding with promo code 15BED. It’s always a happy hour at home with Trina Turk's fun, whimsical bedding and accents. Don't miss your chance to save on these stylish and modern bed sets. Enjoy!

New Hawaii Fashion Blog

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:07:00 +0000

If you love fashion, check out Hi Tea Style, a new Hawaii Fashion & Style Blog!

Two friends of mine are behind this blog, and they really do have great fashion sense.

I'm sure I'll be able to discover a lot of cute clothes and accessories (and hopefully gain some fashion sense of my own) through their blog.

Check it out to find stylish fashions and more!

Disney's PLANES Takes Flight - New Spot

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:07:00 +0000

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. For more information, check out Disney.com/Planes, like us on Facebook: facebook.com/DisneyPlanes and follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DisneyPictures.

Have an #Awesummer with 7-Eleven

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Fri, 17 May 2013 03:54:00 +0000

Slurpee season 2013 is here and 7-Eleven, home of the iconic frozen drink, is making this summer #AWESUMMER by offering its guests several amazing promotions. These deals may seem unbelievable, but it’s not a mirage, just an #AWESUMMER summer coming your way.

For Memorial Day weekend, 7-Eleven will have MEDIUM Slurpee drinks for 49 cents.

Starting Friday, May 24, through Monday, May 27, guests from coast to coast are invited to flavor their summer by visiting participating 7-Eleven stores all-day to enjoy a MEDIUM Slurpee drink for only 49 cents.

In a 7-Eleven first, Slurpee Lite is introducing Slurpee Lite Sugar Free Sprite Flavor

Guests can enjoy Slurpee Lite Sugar Free Sprite Flavor with no sugar and only 20 calories for an 8 oz. serving. Sweetened with Splenda, it’s the perfect guilt-free treat to cool off those hot summer days.

Fueling the Slurpee excitement, 7-Eleven is revealing their exclusive summer flavors ahead of launch. Typically, limited-release Slurpee flavors are kept top-secret until they become available in the stores, but to make summer #AWESUMMER we’re announcing them today:

May/June: Slurpee Lite Sugar Free Sprite Flavor Slurpee Oddball Orange
July/August: Slurpee Lite Sugar Free Mango Lemonade Slurpee Strawberry Lemonshade

To top it all off, 7-Eleven will be making summer #AWESUMMER for anyone who downloads the 7-Eleven App to their smartphone (available via the App Store or Google Play)

The 7-Eleven App will supply guests with coupons for free merchandise every week all summer long toward exclusive offers like free Slurpee drinks and free Snickers Ice Cream Bars.

15% off Designer Handbags at Layla Grayce

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:38:00 +0000

Disclosure: Links below are affiliate.

I'm excited to share with you that for a limited time, Layla Grayce is offering 15% off Designer Handbags with promo code NEWPURSE. Stay fashion forward this summer and shop beautiful bags like the Botkier Lucy Sea Glass Shoulder Bag or the Botkier Lucy Powder Cross Body Bag. A fun and flirty option is the Be&D Parker Teal Combo Bag that is perfect for a night out on the town. Don't miss your chance to shop this fabulous sale!

Teddy Bear World Hawaii Review

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Note: My family received complimentary admission. Click on all photos to enlarge (all photos from my other blog, Island Views, Island News).

When Teddy Bear World Hawaii first opened in Waikiki a few years ago, I was under the assumption that it was simply a place where people could learn about the history of teddy bears and see some bears on display. After our family recently made a visit there, I learned that Teddy Bear World Hawaii offered so much more than I expected!

Highlights of Our Visit
Teddy Bear World is the "only animatronic teddy bear museum in North America," with over 800 animatronic bears throughout 20,000 square feet of museum space (the museum is on the second floor, gift shop is on the first).

Exhibits include the 8 Wonders of America, Dinosaur Park, Save the Planet, Museum, Hawaii in Hawaii, and the Elvis Presley Show.

In 8 Wonders of America, we saw animated scenes depicted in places such as New York City and San Francisco. There were numerous bears in each detailed exhibit, and my kids had a blast watching them exercise, dance, play instruments, and so much more! It was so cute!

Upon arrival, my oldest son was given a Scavenger Hunt form, and one of the questions was "How many times did you see Harley (a biker teddy bear) in the 8 Wonders of America," so my kids had a lot of fun looking for Harley in each exhibit (after completion of the form, turn it into the gift shop to get a free Teddy Bear World Hawaii postcard).

In Dinosaur Park, we all thought it was neat to see little, cuddly teddy bears doing some funny things with big, scary-looking dinosaurs (riding them, swinging on them, etc.). Some of my favorite exhibits were in Dinosaur Park. My kids especially liked the photo op at the end.

Save the Planet focused on Panda Bears, Polar Bears, and Grizzly Bears, and we saw even more animatronic displays of bears doing everything from lounging in the sun to catching fish. My youngest's favorite exhibit was the Polar Bear exhibit because there were also several cute penguins sliding down an iceberg and skating around. My middle son loved the Panda exhibit because he thought the Panda riding a unicycle was really cool.

In the Museum section, we learned about the history of the teddy bear, and we saw a nostalgic display of teddy bears from years past. We even saw some teddy bear versions of well-known paintings, such as the Mona Lisa and The Scream.

Hawaii in Hawaii featured exhibits which focused on aspects of Hawaii that are loved by so many, such as the surf and the sea (my kids loved the ocean display full of so many fun sea creatures!).

The Elvis Presley Show (approximately 10 minutes) was my favorite part of the museum. An Elvis Teddy Bear performs - singing and shaking to some of Elvis' most popular songs. My oldest son loved it too - he couldn't help but get up and dance!

Our Experience as a Special Needs Family
My oldest son has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and as with any attraction we visit, we try to tell him as much as we can about the venue prior to visiting.

Once at Teddy Bear World Hawaii, he was eager to see all of the various displays. I could tell he was a bit anxious since it was a "new" place, and he kept wanting to wander off ahead of us, but the scavenger hunt really helped him focus.

Fortunately he did not have any meltdowns, but if we needed to take a break there were a few tables and chairs in the museum where we could rest or help him self-calm if needed.

The self-guided tour takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour, so it was very manageable for my son (as well as my other kids).

I know every child is different and will behave differently in new places, but our particular experience at Teddy Bear World Hawaii went rather smoothly.

Final Thoughts:
I was pleasantly surprised with Teddy Bear World Hawaii. I was impressed with the numerous animatronic displays of teddy bears and the great attention to detail. The set designs, the bears' costumes, and the actions of the bears contributed to some very entertaining exhibits.

My kids loved watching the bears and taking photos with the several giant bears scattered throughout the museum and gift shop.

The gift shop has hundreds of teddy bears in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and even licensed Elvis Teddy Bears! If it's too hard to choose a bear, kids can simply create their own Design My Aloha Bear (on the second floor), in which they can choose a bear, dress it, and name it.

I do wish, however, that there were more interactive exhibits at Teddy Bear World Hawaii. The scavenger hunt is a great way to keep kids engaged, and there was a little box where kids could dig up fossils, as well as an area for kids to play with/dress up a few teddy bears, but I wish there were more activities.

I also wish that there was a little snack bar or cafe. Of course there are numerous places in Waikiki to grab a bite or drink, but having somewhere in Teddy Bear World Hawaii to eat or a drink would be very convenient.

Overall, we enjoyed our visit to Teddy Bear World Hawaii. It was a nice way to spend some time with the family in Waikiki!

Below are more photos from our visit. Enjoy!

Teddy Bear World Hawaii: 2155 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu, HI 96815; (808) 921-8011 (located in Bank of Hawaii Waikiki Center)

Admission (valid until closing the following day of purchase):

Adult: $11; Junior (6-17) / Senior (65+): $7; Child (2-5): $5; Infant (under 2): Free
Families of 4 or more: Adult $8; Junior $6
Kama`aina and Military: $2 off adult admission

Parking:

Teddy Bear World validates up to 2 hours of parking at the Bank of Hawaii Waikiki Center.
Alternative parking is at Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center with $1 per hour parking with validation from any of their shops.
If you plan to shop or dine at Waikiki Beach Walk before or after your visit, see below tip for a free parking option promotion.

Tips:

Look for the visitor/tourist magazines/booklets on newsstands on the streets in Waikiki or at a hotel, and you may find a coupon good for a discount on admission (not valid with any other offer or promotion).
If you plan to shop or have lunch before or after your visit, consider valet parking at Embassy Suites - just a short 5-minute walk away. There is currently a coupon (valid through December 31, 2013) offering 5 hours free valet parking between 10am-3pm daily with purchase of $20 or more at any Waikiki Beach Walk Shop or Restaurant. Click here for more. info.
Kama`aina and Military can get 10% off gift shop purchases

Hours of Operation:

Open Daily 10am-10pm

Experience the Beatles with Rain Review

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:50:00 +0000

Note: I was provided complimentary tickets.

Experience the Beatles with Rain premiered in Honolulu last night at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, and I can easily sum up the show in one word - AWESOME!

Having grown up in the eighties, I was not very familiar with the Beatles. Although I knew several of their songs, I wouldn't have considered myself a fan...until now.

The Beatles were brought to life by Rain (Steve Landes as John Lennon, Joey Curatolo as Paul McCartney, Joe Bithorn as George Harrison, and Ralph Castelli as Ringo Starr, along with Mark Beyer on Keyboard/Percussion), and from the first song to the last, I enjoyed every minute.

My favorite performance was Yesterday, during which the audience was encouraged to sing along. Hearing an entire concert hall filled with voices singing Yesterday was a "chicken-skin" moment for me!

Another favorite performance was Twist and Shout. The audience was asked to get up and dance, and dance we did!

I didn't want the show to end. Even after the Hana Hou, I wanted Rain to perform even more.

The entire show was pure entertainment. Even when Rain was not performing, the audience was kept entertained.

While waiting for the show to start, and also throughout intermission, two large screens at each end of the stage displayed Beatles trivia questions.

Between set changes, archival footage was shown (Beatles concerts, historical events, old commercials), which I'm sure brought back a lot of memories for those who grew up in the sixties, during the height of the Beatles popularity.

I thought it was fun how during a few of the performances, black and white footage of hysterical, screaming fans were shown on the screens, and every so often audience members were shown on screen mixed in with the footage (my husband and I were shown on screen!). I did think the screens were a tiny bit distracting, as sometimes I found myself watching the screens instead of the band, but overall I thought all the images and footage on screen complemented the performances nicely.

As a band, Rain is fantastic, comprised of artists who all play their own instruments and have great vocal talent. As the Beatles, Rain is outstanding. Their appearance, sound, and mannerisms as the Beatles is quite amazing.

The saying is that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and in this case I think the Beatles would feel very, very flattered by Rain's tribute.

It doesn't matter if you're young or young at heart; a die-hard Beatles fan or just a casual listener - Experience the Beatles with Rain will have you singing and dancing along to some legendary songs.

Experience the Beatles with Rain is in Honolulu through May 19. For tickets and more information on, click here to visit the Broadway in Hawaii website.

WW: Nature's Beauty

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Cheesecake and chocolate chip cookies in one dessert? Now THAT'S my kind of dessert!

I found the recipe for Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars at Heat Oven to 350.

It was super good, but next time I think I'll use my own chocolate chip cookie recipe since it uses less sugar.

But OMG - if you love chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake, this dessert is DELICIOUS!!!

Happy baking!

The Perfect Mother's Day

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:51:00 +0000

I had a wonderful day yesterday.

I ate some of my favorite foods (take out Mexican food and chocolate cake), opened my homemade gifts, and most importantly, was with my family.

In fact, it was like any other day, except I was able to take a nap!

A long time ago, when I asked my former boss what she and her husband was doing for Valentine's Day, she said they don't really celebrate Valentine's Day or any other holiday. What they try to do is treat each other well each and every day instead of making a big fuss only on certain days.

Ever since, my husband and I have been doing somewhat of the same. Instead of spending money on lavish gifts, we try to show our appreciation for each other every day.

I know some people love to be showered with gifts - and that's totally fine, and I'm sure they deserve the gifts, but a hug, a poem, a homemade gift, and a nap are the perfect gifts for me any day.

Happy Mother's Day from Monsters Unviersity

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Sun, 12 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Happy Mother's Day!

Turn a Pout Into a Smile and Help Kids with Kohl’s Cares Books, Plush Toys and Tote for Just $5 Each

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:16:00 +0000

Kohl’s Department Stores is helping children and families across the country kick off their summer adventures with a smile with the latest Kohl's Caresâ cause merchandise program. Now through the end of June, Kohl’s offers beloved Deborah Diesen books, including The Pout-Pout Fish and The Pout-Pout Fish in the Big-Big Dark, along with coordinating plush toys and matching tote bag for just $5 each. Since the program’s inception in 2000, the Kohl’s Cares philanthropic program has raised more than $231 million for children’s health and education programs in local communities across the country.

Children will be delighted to embark on undersea adventures with playful, sing-along rhymes and bright ocean colors, and customers will be proud to support the program knowing Kohl’s donates 100 percent of the net profit to children’s health and education initiatives nationwide.

“I hope that both the young and young at heart will be grinning from ear-to-ear as they read about the pout-pout fish and his ocean adventures. I am excited to share these stories with Kohl’s customers nationwide,” said author Deborah Diesen. “I am honored to be a part of the Kohl’s Cares program and thrilled that all the net proceeds will benefit educational- and health-related programming for children.”

Kohl’s Cares Cause Merchandise for Kids

The Pout-Pout Fish: Swim along with the pout-pout fish as he learns being a gloomy fish with the “dreary wearies” is not the best way to spend the day.
The Pout-Pout Fish in the Big-Big Dark: Children will journey deep into the sea with the pout-pout fish as he overcomes his fear of the dark to embark on an adventure to help his dear friend Ms. Clam find her lost pearl.
The Pout-Pout Fish, Crab, and Octopus Plush: Children will wrap their arms around the pout-pout fish or one of his cuddly friends, Mr. Crab or Mr. Eight (legged octopus), and will bring them along wherever the summer takes them.
The Pout-Pout Fish tote bag: Let your summer adventures begin! This multi-purpose tote featuring a vibrant illustration from The Pout-Pout Fish is great for beach days, sleepovers or summertime errands.

Kohl’s Cares Cause Merchandise for Grown-Ups

Party Food and Good Housekeeping: Blend It!: Bring the summer sizzle to the table with two great books! Whether you’re whipping up food for a few or for a crowd, check out the delicious recipes from Party Food and add flavor to your summer cookout. And cool off from the summer heat with more than 100 blender-inspired recipes from Good Housekeeping: Blend It! The perfect way to add fun to any meal.

In addition to the merchandise program, Kohl's Caresâ features a scholarship program, which recognizes more than 2,300 young volunteers each year with scholarships and prizes; the Associates in Action program, which encourages associate volunteerism and has donated more than $63 million to youth-focused nonprofit organizations to date; and fundraising gift cards for schools and youth-serving nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.kohlscares.com.

Disney's Club Penguin Waddles onto iPad with My Penguin App

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:07:00 +0000

Disney’s Club Penguin, the #1 virtual world for kids, is coming to iPad today with the new My Penguin app available for free download. With the app, Club Penguin’s millions of players will be able to access some of their favorite games and activities from the virtual world and earn coins and items for their penguin on the go. When connected to Wi-Fi, My Penguin will sync with the virtual world in real-time, allowing players to transfer items and coins that they earn in the app and customize their penguin avatar. And for the first time, players will be able to easily access the popular Club Penguin Blog and video channels together in one place.

“With the launch of the My Penguin app, we will give players the games and activities that they love most about the Club Penguin experience,” said Chris Heatherly, Vice President and General Manager, Disney Interactive Worlds. “This app is just the beginning for us as we provide an increasingly connected mobile experience for Club Penguin players around the world.”

Current players will be able to quickly login using their penguin name and password from the virtual world, while new players will be able to create a penguin within the app itself. My Penguin will feature four of the most popular games from ClubPenguin.com including Pufflescape, Puffle Rescue, Puffle Roundup and Ice Fishing. Additionally, the app will feature an all new game for mobile, Sushi Drop, which will give players the chance to win coins, bonus items and treasure.

Penguins can also shop for the latest fashions in the My Penguin ‘Penguin Style’ catalog. Players will have the opportunity to access mobile exclusive items and then sync them with their ClubPenguin.com account.

My Penguin features include:
-Play four of the most popular games from ClubPenguin.com to earn coins
o Explore 16 underground caves in the hit game Pufflescape
o Save puffles in danger in 18 levels of Puffle Rescue
o Gather up crazy puffles in Puffle Roundup
o Catch fish and avoid shocking jellyfish, crabs and sharks in Ice Fishing
· Shop for fashions in the Penguin Style catalog and unlock mobile exclusive items and styles
· Sync items and coins to use between the app and ClubPenguin.com
· Win coins, bonus items & treasure in the new and exclusive Sushi Drop game
· Throw snowballs at penguin friends online and add new buddies
· Watch the newest videos and get sneak peeks on the ‘What’s New Blog’

My Penguin is now available in English for free for iPad on the iTunes App Store at: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id505544063?mt=8

Additional languages coming soon.

Randy Rogers Band: Trouble CD Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Thu, 09 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Trouble is Randy Rogers Band's 8th studio album, and features the single, "Fuzzy" (available now on iTunes). The group have charted 7 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and their last release, 2010's Burning the Day, peaked at #2 on the Country Albums charts.

You can take a listen to Goodbye Lonely, one of the tracks on the new Trouble album, by clicking the below link:

http://www.countrymusicrocks.net/2013/04/randy-rogers-band-exclusive-stream-of-goodbye-lonely.html

For more on the Randy Rogers band visit randyrogersband.com.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a copy of Trouble!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to saturdaynightfever!

To enter, listen to the Goodbye Lonely track in the link above, and comment what you think about the song.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
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5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
6)Follow Randy Rogers Band on Twitter ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your Twitter name in your comment)
The deadline for entries is May 23, 2013 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about May 24, 2013 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
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noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Chick-fil-A #FreshMade Blog App and Salad Coupons Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Gem) — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:54:00 +0000

Forget about yesterday, today is #FreshMade! Each day we have a choice, a choice to do the same old routine or do something unique and different. What have you wanted to do for a long time? 2013 is almost halfway over and it’s time to do something new. It’s time to grow, it’s time to make your dreams a reality.

Chick-fil-A is helping you make today #FreshMade, by creating new menu options that you can feel good about! They are introducing 3 new premium salads and an improved wrap all under 430 calories made with premium ingredients.

Take your taste buds to greener pastures.

To celebrate the new salads and wraps, Chick-fil-A launched a #FreshMade Blog App.

Through the app you can take a fun quiz to see if you're a "starter," find some #FreshMade activity ideas, and watch a behind-the-scenes video on the new salads.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a 2 Chick-fil-A Salad coupons!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Danielle!

To enter, click the All New Wraps & Salads Learn More button in the widget above, and comment on which Salad you'd most like to try.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
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2)Subscribe to my feed ("new" and "existing" subscribers eligible)
3)Follow me on Instagram ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your user name in your comment)
4)Follow me on Twitter ("new" and "existing" followers eligible; leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is May 21, 2013 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about May 22, 2013 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
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Thank you to Chick-fil-A for providing the information and product for giveaway free of charge.