tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73692364283170676392017-04-08T07:09:25.630-04:00The Momma DiariesKaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.comBlogger1278125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-21974405934190948952017-04-07T09:47:00.000-04:002017-04-07T11:25:18.946-04:00Fun On-the-Go with Crayola Color Wonder<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Springtime has finally arrived! The last bit of snow is finally melting at our house. Lincoln's spring break is next week -- and Easter is just next weekend! Soon it will be summer vacation, and time to start planning some fun road trips for our family! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our family likes to stay busy, and we're always planning our next adventure. Of course, that means there's often a lot of time spent in the car. Thankfully, Lincoln and Avery both have always been amazing little travelers. I think they understand that the long ride is worth the destination at the end! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I try to make their travels a bit easier, and more fun by packing portable take-along activities. I have been a huge fan of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=themomdia0c-20&keywords=crayola%20color%20wonder%20on%20the%20go&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c17fac97b9847988829b3e2939193939" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crayola Color Wonder</a> since Lincoln was first learning to color. Since then, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=themomdia0c-20&keywords=crayola%20color%20wonder%20on%20the%20go&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c17fac97b9847988829b3e2939193939" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Color Wonder</a> has been a family favorite -- whether it be for my kids, or gifts. They had me at MESS FREE!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a2MAkUaIxJg/WOeHFgO6FFI/AAAAAAAAPPk/-bK5e13Sb7UpwtNMixMFOqaTpDwXxrEUwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4903.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Crayola Color Wonder On The Go Travel Packs for Kids" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a2MAkUaIxJg/WOeHFgO6FFI/AAAAAAAAPPk/-bK5e13Sb7UpwtNMixMFOqaTpDwXxrEUwCLcB/s640/IMG_4903.JPG" title="" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am always on the look-out for NEW activities that will keep my little world class travelers occupied. I recently discovered <b>Crayola Color Wonder On The Go</b> sets. Like I said, our family has been long time fans of Color Wonder products. These adorable travel packs are PERFECT for on-the-go FUN!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UPoeWlFMUDE/WOeHFVUdrXI/AAAAAAAAPPc/xlJgUdv_jDw-Sj2BalZBeJH2omqo5Z-MQCEw/s1600/IMG_4902.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Crayola Color Wonder On The Go Travel Packs for Kids" border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UPoeWlFMUDE/WOeHFVUdrXI/AAAAAAAAPPc/xlJgUdv_jDw-Sj2BalZBeJH2omqo5Z-MQCEw/s640/IMG_4902.JPG" title="" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">These Crayola Color Wonder On The Go sets allow kids to express their creativity WITHOUT making a mess! The compact size is perfect for travel. The sets feature your kids favorite characters including Disney Princess, Shimmer and Shine, PJ Masks and Paw Patrol. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Included in each kit are 3 Color Wonder broad line markers and 15 mini coloring pages. Of course the best part of Color Wonder products is that these markers will ONLY color on the special Color Wonder coloring pages!! The included markers are also compatible with all other Color Wonder products. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/--PjTQUZOBiI/WOeHFjCcnyI/AAAAAAAAPPg/mozqh0T90kM3lavy8QRYOt3cerUdAxCfgCEw/s1600/IMG_4900.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Crayola Color Wonder On The Go Travel Packs for Kids" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/--PjTQUZOBiI/WOeHFjCcnyI/AAAAAAAAPPg/mozqh0T90kM3lavy8QRYOt3cerUdAxCfgCEw/s640/IMG_4900.JPG" title="" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These little kits will be your child's new favorite travel companion! They would also make a fantastic Easter Basket stuffer! <b>Crayola Color Wonder On The Go</b> sets estimated retail value is $4.99. You can purchase them at most major retailers in the "Crayola aisle." For more information, visit <a href="http://www.crayola.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crayola.com</a> or join the community at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/crayola" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/crayola</a>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DFN-yppQQQA/WOeHeLZoTqI/AAAAAAAAPPo/IQlGQsgi2B0_FHEcQ3aZPf82XkwIrVgvQCLcB/s1600/color%2Bwonder.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Crayola Color Wonder On The Go Travel Packs for Kids" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DFN-yppQQQA/WOeHeLZoTqI/AAAAAAAAPPo/IQlGQsgi2B0_FHEcQ3aZPf82XkwIrVgvQCLcB/s640/color%2Bwonder.jpg" title="" width="329" /></a></div><b><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Do your kids love <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=themomdia0c-20&keywords=crayola%20color%20wonder%20on%20the%20go&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c17fac97b9847988829b3e2939193939" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crayola Color Wonder</a> products? Which character would they be most excited about?!</i></span></b><br /><b><span style="font-size: large;"><i><br /></i></span></b><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Disclosure: I received complimentary items to facilitate this review. As always, all opinions are my own.</span></i><br /><script type="text/javascript">amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit0"; amzn_assoc_search_bar = "true"; amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "themomdia0c-20"; amzn_assoc_search_bar_position = "bottom"; amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "search"; amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; amzn_assoc_region = "US"; amzn_assoc_title = "Shop Related Products"; amzn_assoc_default_search_phrase = "crayola color wonder on the go"; amzn_assoc_default_category = "All"; amzn_assoc_linkid = "841fa473bdd02cf8d998c213ff46efa9"; </script><script src="//z-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/onejs?MarketPlace=US"></script>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-79327366286085611032017-04-02T18:40:00.000-04:002017-04-02T18:40:09.137-04:00PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES - New Featurette and TV SpotWho is excited about seeing Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Disney Studios' Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales?! I cannot believe it will already be released next month! Very exciting!! I saw a little sneak of this upcoming film at the <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-day-4.html" target="_blank">Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</a>, and I can tell you to expect lots of laugh-out-loud FUN!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VlqC-B4qNQ0/WOF7i2um-1I/AAAAAAAAPO4/4FKS3z5AUNwsZgM8M_Rt5GO6ilPWFuN8ACLcB/s1600/pirates.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES" border="0" height="268" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VlqC-B4qNQ0/WOF7i2um-1I/AAAAAAAAPO4/4FKS3z5AUNwsZgM8M_Rt5GO6ilPWFuN8ACLcB/s640/pirates.jpg" title="" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Synopsis</b></span><b>:</b><br /><br /><i><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Johnny Depp returns to the big screen as the iconic, swashbuckling anti-hero Jack Sparrow in the all-new “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.” The rip-roaring adventure finds down-on-his-luck Captain Jack feeling the winds of ill-fortune blowing strongly his way when deadly ghost sailors, led by the terrifying Captain Salazar (Javier Bardem), escape from the Devil's Triangle bent on killing every pirate at sea—notably Jack. Jack's only hope of survival lies in the legendary Trident of Poseidon, but to find it he must forge an uneasy alliance with Carina Smyth (Kaya Scodelario), a brilliant and beautiful astronomer, and Henry (Brenton Thwaites), a headstrong young sailor in the Royal Navy. At the helm of the Dying Gull, his pitifully small and shabby ship, Captain Jack seeks not only to reverse his recent spate of ill fortune, but to save his very life from the most formidable and malicious foe he has ever faced. </span></i><br /><i><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span></i><i><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">“Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” also stars Kevin R. McNally as Joshamee Gibbs, Golshifteh Farahani as the sea-witch Shansa, David Wenham as Scarfield, Stephen Graham as Scrum, and Geoffrey Rush as Captain Hector Barbossa. </span></i><br /><i><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span></i><i><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg are directing “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” with Jerry Bruckheimer producing. The executive producers are Mike Stenson, Chad Oman, Joe Caracciolo, Jr., Terry Rossio and Brigham Taylor. The story is by Jeff Nathanson and Terry Rossio, and Jeff Nathanson wrote the screenplay. “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” drops anchor in U.S. theaters on May 26, 2017. </span></i><br /><br />Today I'm happy to share a new featurette from the upcoming film.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/c0HEWeTvM8Q" width="560"></iframe></div>I also have a new TV Spot to share with you.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wRCkFoyLjEs" width="560"></iframe></div><div style="background: white; color: #222222; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Follow <b>PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES</b> on Twitter: <a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://twitter.com/DisneyPirates&source=gmail&ust=1491246051203000&usg=AFQjCNHUPFV4s_xSXPpyvrPlDWN_jFmIwQ" href="https://twitter.com/DisneyPirates" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://twitter.<wbr></wbr>com/DisneyPirates</a> <u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div style="background: white; color: #222222; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br /></div><div style="background: white; color: #222222; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Like <b>PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES</b> on Facebook: <a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.facebook.com/PiratesOfTheCaribbean&source=gmail&ust=1491246051203000&usg=AFQjCNEhJ_UERRw0RmpTBqiVscfOhIvvoA" href="https://www.facebook.com/PiratesOfTheCaribbean" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.<wbr></wbr>facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>PiratesOfTheCaribbean</a><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Follow <b>PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES</b> on Instagram: </span><span style="color: #1f497d;"><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.instagram.com/disneypirates/&source=gmail&ust=1491246051203000&usg=AFQjCNFBPfXUon25NDpLUk4MfVcsPLTRqQ" href="https://www.instagram.com/disneypirates/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.<wbr></wbr>instagram.com/disneypirates/</a></span><u></u><u></u></span></div><div style="background: white; color: #222222; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Visit the official <b><span style="color: black;">PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES</span></b><span style="color: black;"> </span>website here: <span style="color: #1f497d;"><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://pirates.disney.com/&source=gmail&ust=1491246051203000&usg=AFQjCNHdZUskcqo4QszjtxeM_lN7IZ22bw" href="http://pirates.disney.com/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://pirates.disney.com/</a><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: black;">PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES</span></b><span style="color: black;"> opens in theaters everywhere <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_110838210" style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(204, 204, 204); position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">May 26th</span></span>! </span><span style="color: #1f497d;"></span><span style="color: #1f497d;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fGKUWeMxNVI/WOF9nWUw_OI/AAAAAAAAPPE/op6FMtx0ExIrLOQV30pwjS2wyRrQ8EFFwCLcB/s1600/pirates1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fGKUWeMxNVI/WOF9nWUw_OI/AAAAAAAAPPE/op6FMtx0ExIrLOQV30pwjS2wyRrQ8EFFwCLcB/s1600/pirates1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><br /></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-48367677809971847202017-03-28T15:06:00.003-04:002017-03-28T15:10:33.953-04:00Birchbox March 2017<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's no secret that I'm a big fan of subscription boxes. I recently decided to try <b><a href="https://www.birchbox.com/invite/themommadiaries" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birchbox</a> </b>again. They were running a special where I received a free eye shadow palette with a new subscription (score!). In case you're unfamiliar with Birchbox, here's the rundown:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><ul><li>Birchbox is a monthly subscription box service. It features high-end beauty products. I love this, because let's face it, high-end products are expensive. Birchbox allows me to try these products with a generous sample size at a very affordable price.</li><li>Birchbox costs $10 per month and you can cancel at any time.</li><li>You can get your first box for only $5 with <b><a href="https://www.birchbox.com/invite/themommadiaries" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this link</a></b>.</li><li>You can <b><a href="https://www.birchbox.com/invite/themommadiaries" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here to sign-up</a></b> and get started. You'll fill-out a questionnaire for your profile. The products you receive in your box are curated based on your profile. </li></ul><div>That's it! So let's take a look at what was in my March Box!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dF2sx63DRyQ/WNbSNbt98GI/AAAAAAAAPNs/8-5KRQZ8nVYm3rayXJX-dkhULvf6yQCYACLcB/s1600/birchbox0317.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Birchbox March 2017 Box" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dF2sx63DRyQ/WNbSNbt98GI/AAAAAAAAPNs/8-5KRQZ8nVYm3rayXJX-dkhULvf6yQCYACLcB/s640/birchbox0317.jpg" title="" width="564" /></a></div><b><span style="font-size: large;">Real Chemistry Fresh-Start Foaming Cleanser</span></b> -- I travel quite a bit and I love having a nice quality cleanser to throw in my makeup bag. This will be perfect for my next getaway!<br /><br /><b><span style="font-size: large;">Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream</span></b> -- I've actually wanted to try this brand for awhile now, as I've heard wonderful things about it. Needless to say, I was pretty darn excited when I spotted this generous 1.7 oz sample size in my box!<br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Cargo Swimmables™ Resistant Bronzer in Medium</span></b> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">-- I love a good bronzer. This one came at the perfect time for the warmer months ahead! I also love the shade!!</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Beauty Protector Protect & Volume</span></b> -- I have incredibly fine hair, so I'm really looking forward to testing out the volume capabilities with this spray. It's also great size for travel.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Manna Kadar Cosmetics Lip Locked</span></b> -- I love lip gloss, so seeing this in my box was a major plus. Also the color, "Nude-Rose Pink," is a beautiful shade. I think it would be complimentary for many different skin-tones.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">I also received a Pixie Petra Eye Shadow Palette, as a special promotion for signing up! This box was a big win for me!</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">If you'd like to try Birchbox, you can get your first box for just $5 if you order before March 31st! Just <b><a href="https://www.birchbox.com/invite/themommadiaries" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a></b> to get started! I will receive a referral bonus, but it's a win/win for us both!</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><i>What was your favorite product I received in my March Birchbox? For me, it's a toss up between the Kiehl's Facial Cream and the Manna Kadar Cosmetics Lip Gloss!</i></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GBVFz4kyOa8/WNbSNEFdCgI/AAAAAAAAPNo/HdmzyydLysEvLbYyeD40ZDW9nWfoNecbwCLcB/s1600/birchbox317.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Birchbox March 2017" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GBVFz4kyOa8/WNbSNEFdCgI/AAAAAAAAPNo/HdmzyydLysEvLbYyeD40ZDW9nWfoNecbwCLcB/s640/birchbox317.jpg" title="" width="320" /></a></div><br />Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-38831954324566026562017-03-28T08:00:00.000-04:002017-03-28T08:00:20.465-04:00Savings on Luvs Diapers This Week!<i style="background-color: white; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 17.3333px;">This review was made possible by iConnect and <span class="m_-4558216845617366808gmail-m_1230246953281252037gmail-m_8588305478535617096gmail-il"><span class="m_-4558216845617366808gmail-m_1230246953281252037gmail-il"><span class="m_-4558216845617366808gmail-il">Luvs</span></span></span>. 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With Luvs money-back guarantee, you can feel confident in your purchase!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SbojjPPNPb8/WNkxW4NHJUI/AAAAAAAAPOQ/t9RDfxQRCAUFM1USeOhABeJnzjp5C-rhACLcB/s1600/-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Luvs Diapers Coupon" border="0" height="257" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SbojjPPNPb8/WNkxW4NHJUI/AAAAAAAAPOQ/t9RDfxQRCAUFM1USeOhABeJnzjp5C-rhACLcB/s400/-3.jpg" title="" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information on Luvs diapers, visit <a href="http://www.luvsdiapers.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.luvsdiapers.com</a> or the brand's social media channels on </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/luvsdiapers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.twitter.com/luvs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/luvsdiapers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>.</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><br />Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-43412861307601317342017-03-27T09:14:00.000-04:002017-03-27T09:20:38.451-04:00DIY Disney Cruise Line Mickey Mouse Anchor Magnets -- Fish Extender Gift!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I was at the <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-recap.html" target="_blank">2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</a></b>, 3 days of our event was held onboard the Disney Wonder cruise ship! It was our family's first ever cruise. We didn't know what to expect. I did much research, and when I stumbled upon <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/diy-disney-cruise-fish-extender.html" target="_blank">Fish Extenders</a></b>, I was immediately intrigued. I signed up our family for a Fish Extender Group and got to work figuring out gifts for the families in our group. I seriously had SO MUCH FUN!! I love DIY projects, so I tried my hand at a few handmade gifts. The first idea I thought of was Mickey Mouse Anchor Magnets!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fCDjIUpBidU/WLMYR8uqDYI/AAAAAAAAO2I/5gmjNurGMLMwwWVSa6AMSt2qS3lV8kzwACLcB/s1600/mickeyanchor1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Disney Cruise Line Mickey Mouse Anchor Magnets Fish Extender Gift!" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fCDjIUpBidU/WLMYR8uqDYI/AAAAAAAAO2I/5gmjNurGMLMwwWVSa6AMSt2qS3lV8kzwACLcB/s640/mickeyanchor1.jpg" title="DIY Disney Cruise Line Mickey Mouse Anchor Magnets Fish Extender Gift!" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Making these Mickey anchor magnets was super easy. Here's what you'll need:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><ul><li><a href="http://amzn.to/2naao9k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Acrylic paint</a></li><li><a href="http://amzn.to/2mpduI5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Unfinished wooden anchors</a></li><li><a href="http://amzn.to/2niy7U1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Foam paint brushes</a></li><li><a href="http://amzn.to/2nj8Zwg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Magnetic tape</a></li><li><a href="http://amzn.to/2mL2CFy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mod Podge</a></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hpa64KSh9Cc/WMFkandcb-I/AAAAAAAAPCc/sLht_zRdiaMtCT2ziXuFDsEoUZ-vh1c2gCLcB/s1600/IMG_3935.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hpa64KSh9Cc/WMFkandcb-I/AAAAAAAAPCc/sLht_zRdiaMtCT2ziXuFDsEoUZ-vh1c2gCLcB/s640/IMG_3935.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><b><span style="font-size: large;">DIRECTIONS:</span></b><br /><br /><ul><li>Begin by painting your wooden anchor like the pattern shown.</li><li>I used 2 coats of acrylic paint.</li><li>Allow time to dry between coats.</li><li>Use the top of a pencil eraser for the white Mickey buttons.</li><li>Once dry, apply a coat of Mod Podge for a finished look.</li><li>Attach magnetic tape on the back</li><li>If you're looking to personalize these magnets, you can add the family's last name, ship name, or year.</li></ul><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FbH9iSjcJP4/WMFkmRLAurI/AAAAAAAAPCg/RjbvfblITuUsLsGYE7B0sUwvQj-trk-bgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4030.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Disney Cruise Line Mickey Mouse Anchor Magnets Fish Extender Gift!" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FbH9iSjcJP4/WMFkmRLAurI/AAAAAAAAPCg/RjbvfblITuUsLsGYE7B0sUwvQj-trk-bgCLcB/s640/IMG_4030.JPG" title="DIY Disney Cruise Line Mickey Mouse Anchor Magnets Fish Extender Gift!" width="480" /></a></div>That's it! Super easy!! It was a bit time consuming to make them all, with having to wait for the paint to dry. I made 9 magnets, one for each cabin in our Fish Extender Group.<br /><br />These Mickey Anchor Magnets are perfect Fish Extender gifts! Make sure you download and print my free <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/disney-cruise-fish-extender-printable-gift-tags.html" target="_blank">Fish Extender Gift Tags</a></b>!! They're super cute and even match these magnets!!Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-3647462351894891692017-03-24T16:44:00.000-04:002017-03-24T16:44:05.575-04:00GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 - Special Look and Character PostersWho's excited for Marvel Studios' Guardians of the Galaxy VOL. 2 hitting theaters this May? Since seeing a sneak-preview at <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-recap.html" target="_blank">Disney Social Media Moms</a>, I've been psyched! My oldest son is pretty excited too! We took him to see the first one at the drive-in theater -- maybe we'll do the same with this one!<br /><br />Today I am excited to share with you a new special look of the film!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bO0JPFu7-Qs" width="560"></iframe></div>I also have new character posters for you to enjoy! I mean, how cute is Baby Groot?!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NquwPmsvrUY/WNV_iakaZjI/AAAAAAAAPNQ/Auh4j0uyE8QDtzI6V0A3yxT98K0dWXcmQCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56bd51336d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NquwPmsvrUY/WNV_iakaZjI/AAAAAAAAPNQ/Auh4j0uyE8QDtzI6V0A3yxT98K0dWXcmQCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56bd51336d.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cZziMmP1LkM/WNV_MtlHljI/AAAAAAAAPMs/sD4yA6EwPSsYCRB4d61cjoDUYVdc8zbrgCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56a36ea4c1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cZziMmP1LkM/WNV_MtlHljI/AAAAAAAAPMs/sD4yA6EwPSsYCRB4d61cjoDUYVdc8zbrgCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56a36ea4c1.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DP8cKsxAduA/WNV_UdBvPuI/AAAAAAAAPM0/SZmHcvpPHE4GsnB6cFE-hB2nVkV5P0XEgCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56b2f84be5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DP8cKsxAduA/WNV_UdBvPuI/AAAAAAAAPM0/SZmHcvpPHE4GsnB6cFE-hB2nVkV5P0XEgCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56b2f84be5.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tgWAGwZilmg/WNV_cWA_L5I/AAAAAAAAPNA/2lnERq6HBtoSdVxJXALbWcLjrAtRSe4HQCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56b5cd873b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tgWAGwZilmg/WNV_cWA_L5I/AAAAAAAAPNA/2lnERq6HBtoSdVxJXALbWcLjrAtRSe4HQCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56b5cd873b.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5n0Yb4B7ByU/WNV_cns6HdI/AAAAAAAAPNE/Fv0o_yqayZIdWDhhDA1qMnMRAeMn3oi2ACLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56b7b90113.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5n0Yb4B7ByU/WNV_cns6HdI/AAAAAAAAPNE/Fv0o_yqayZIdWDhhDA1qMnMRAeMn3oi2ACLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56b7b90113.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hk_IqfA-P8Q/WNV_Uzbs-4I/AAAAAAAAPM8/9uwzqppw37UrJipzGlzJXho_nZDD_vt5wCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56b1280075.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hk_IqfA-P8Q/WNV_Uzbs-4I/AAAAAAAAPM8/9uwzqppw37UrJipzGlzJXho_nZDD_vt5wCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56b1280075.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EpkhiEUNWq0/WNV_cyCmruI/AAAAAAAAPNI/AJ-zeVnYdqcW5SdtuoFSjQL76QEV6RQkwCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56ba548041.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EpkhiEUNWq0/WNV_cyCmruI/AAAAAAAAPNI/AJ-zeVnYdqcW5SdtuoFSjQL76QEV6RQkwCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56ba548041.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IONvKFA9zE4/WNV_iFn48bI/AAAAAAAAPNM/H3T9JSiiNDQDV2MBvagH7MBx4OSvsvSqgCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258d56bb83bf56.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Character Posters" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IONvKFA9zE4/WNV_iFn48bI/AAAAAAAAPNM/H3T9JSiiNDQDV2MBvagH7MBx4OSvsvSqgCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258d56bb83bf56.jpg" title="" width="454" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Synopsis</b></span>:</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Set to the all-new sonic backdrop of Awesome Mixtape #2, Marvel Studios’ “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” continues the team’s adventures as they traverse the outer reaches of the cosmos. The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mystery of Peter Quill’s true parentage. Old foes become new allies and fan-favorite characters from the classic comics will come to our heroes’ aid as the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” blasts into theaters on May 5, 2017.</i></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rQECOkcIojg/WNV_MUM4_tI/AAAAAAAAPMo/QAE2tFa4jY0CRh_KgiULE5EwcrVuRzQ8ACLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258b64e2849b3d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Poster" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rQECOkcIojg/WNV_MUM4_tI/AAAAAAAAPMo/QAE2tFa4jY0CRh_KgiULE5EwcrVuRzQ8ACLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258b64e2849b3d.jpg" title="" width="432" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Like<b> GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2</b> on Facebook:<b> </b><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.facebook.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/&source=gmail&ust=1490471135762000&usg=AFQjCNFaMrWdahIB6nKbz-riSSmBfRB78w" href="https://www.facebook.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.<wbr></wbr>facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>guardiansofthegalaxy/</a><b></b><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Follow <b>GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2</b> on Twitter:<b> </b><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://twitter.com/Guardians&source=gmail&ust=1490471135762000&usg=AFQjCNEUvhJzkdG_nuZQ0jWMc36d5SSgrw" href="https://twitter.com/Guardians" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/<wbr></wbr>Guardians</a><b> </b> <u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Follow <b>GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 </b>on Instagram:<b> </b><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.instagram.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/&source=gmail&ust=1490471135762000&usg=AFQjCNGwbKlLqMV4yl0LsBImGpLEAjNDEw" href="https://www.instagram.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.<wbr></wbr>instagram.com/<wbr></wbr>guardiansofthegalaxy/</a><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2</b> is in theaters <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_805633279" style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(204, 204, 204); position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">May 5th</span></span>! </span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-88526640057066697842017-03-23T08:55:00.000-04:002017-03-23T08:55:32.235-04:00Sunny Spring Days GiveawayWelcome spring with this fun giveaway for families!<br /><img alt="Sunny Spring Days - Sunny Spring Days Giveaway" src="http://mommyscene.com/images/giveaways/sunny-spring-days-giveaway.jpg" height="427" title="" width="640" /><br />We are celebrating Spring with this fun Sunny Spring Days giveaway for families! Coordinated by <a href="http://mommyscene.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mommy Scene</a> and sponsored by the participating brands, this fun giveaway has something for everyone! One lucky winner will receive all of these awesome prizes when the giveaway ends 4/14/17.<br /><img alt="Charlie Banana One Size Diaper Twitter Bird - Sunny Spring Days Giveaway" src="http://mommyscene.com/images/giveaways/sunny-spring-days-giveaway-charlie-banana-diapers.jpg" height="427" width="640" /><br /><hr /><br /><h3>Charlie Banana Diapers</h3><strong>Prize:</strong> Charlie Banana One Size Diaper Twitter Bird & Deluxe Inserts<br />The Charlie Banana reusable diapering system is innovative and Eco-friendly; each set includes 1 cloth diaper and 2 highly absorbent, reusable, washable inserts. The sizable safe-snap system allows the one-size diaper to grow with your baby. Highly absorbent inserts make these cloth diapers great for both daily and overnight use. 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Learn more at <a href="http://myscrubbugs.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">myscrubbugs.com</a>.<br /><img alt="A Wild Dill exclusive print - Sunny Spring Days Giveaway" src="http://mommyscene.com/images/giveaways/sunny-spring-days-giveaway-wild-dill-wall-art.jpg" height="427" width="640" /><br /><h3>Wild Dill Kids</h3><strong>Prize:</strong> A Wild Dill Exclusive Print!<br />Wild Dill commissioned artist Juliet Meeks to come up with a sweet nighttime inspired watercolor for a baby nursery. The result is this magical sleepy narwhal swimming under a starry sky and moonlit night. 8" x 10" high quality print designed by Artist Juliet Meeks. Learn more at <a href="https://www.wilddill.com/collections/nursery-accessories/products/sleepy-narwhal-nursery-print%20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wilddill.com</a>.<br /><img alt="Kangapouch - Sunny Spring Days Giveaway" src="http://mommyscene.com/images/giveaways/sunny-spring-days-giveaway-kangapouch.jpg" height="427" width="640" /><br /><h3>Kangapouch</h3><strong>Prize:</strong> Organic Cotton White Sleep Sack, 0-12 months OR 12-24 months<br />Kangapouch is a cotton down fill baby sleep sack that will move with your baby through rolls and turns during sleep, keeping your baby warm, comfortable and covered at all times. Kangapouch is also ideal for sleepovers and camping. Kangapouch is the original down filled baby sleep sack. CPSA certified and created to the highest quality, ethical and safety standards. Kangapouch has adjustable snaps on the shoulders and Velcro waist fasteners to allow for growth. 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Have fun and good luck!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://mommyscene.com/" target="_blank"><img alt="Mommy Scene Blog Street Team" border="0" src="http://mommyscene.com/images/banners/mommy-scene-street-team-badge-300.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="c9212427102" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/c9212427102/" id="rcwidget_43859k7h" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><script src="https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-20316828325839755442017-03-22T10:01:00.000-04:002017-03-22T17:02:31.466-04:00BEAUTY AND THE BEAST MOVIE REVIEW <i>"I want adventure in the great wide somewhere."</i> It was about two years ago when I first heard that Disney was producing a live-action retelling of Beauty and The Beast. I remember the sheer excitement I felt inside. I grew up with the animated original. I know all of the lines. I know all of the songs. It is a part of my childhood. Never have I ever anticipated a movie as much as I did this one.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-87O3ZTUBz9A/WNJoABKvwQI/AAAAAAAAPKw/GKus0I0hgxgNIKlf9auDo4wc_r-GKBojACLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast58726d5b9fac8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-87O3ZTUBz9A/WNJoABKvwQI/AAAAAAAAPKw/GKus0I0hgxgNIKlf9auDo4wc_r-GKBojACLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast58726d5b9fac8.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="432" /></a> </div>Disney's live-action Beauty and The Beast offers an adaptation celebrating one of the most beloved tales ever told. It gives you so much more than the original classic. We get to take a deeper look into the characters. Even the household objects, Lumiere, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Plumette, etc, are all more humanized. Maurice, is more than a "crazy" inventor. He's a caring, devoted father who would do anything to protect his little girl.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z6n6SPrMH8w/WNJy9oqGkBI/AAAAAAAAPLI/qIueKU_hXMEVm-U61CMIgxsWVOJXFLHVwCLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb8c6af412.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z6n6SPrMH8w/WNJy9oqGkBI/AAAAAAAAPLI/qIueKU_hXMEVm-U61CMIgxsWVOJXFLHVwCLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb8c6af412.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="640" /></a></div>We are introduced to Belle's mother and finally know just what happened to her. We learn more about The Enchantress. I think the most important missing piece from the original is learning what happened between the people of the village and the castle. There's a connection and a story we have never heard.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h-2SzyBGUzg/WNJyox8C5-I/AAAAAAAAPLA/TLqlPzMj6D80JDGZtqdYD1nXqGS_I0uAACLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast5890f6e5626da.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h-2SzyBGUzg/WNJyox8C5-I/AAAAAAAAPLA/TLqlPzMj6D80JDGZtqdYD1nXqGS_I0uAACLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast5890f6e5626da.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="640" /></a></div>Let's talk about Belle, the character played by Emma Watson. I know a lot of people have a difficult time seeing Emma portray someone other than Hermione, but let me tell you this, Emma is Belle. She has modernized the character into a 17th century heroine. She is strong. She is fearless. She is kind. She is your ordinary girl-next-door which makes her all the more relatable. And you guys? She can sing!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RJ49OQgrVgM/WNJ34KAwJZI/AAAAAAAAPLY/90ZQakAwBQInAOQxwFWDkrKdTiKTuEMngCLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb8d8dbae7%2B%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="376" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RJ49OQgrVgM/WNJ34KAwJZI/AAAAAAAAPLY/90ZQakAwBQInAOQxwFWDkrKdTiKTuEMngCLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb8d8dbae7%2B%25281%2529.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="640" /></a></div>Dan Stevens was the perfect cast for Beast. I have never seen Dan in anything before, but I am now forever a fan. While Dan was incredible throughout each of his scenes, the part that really hit home for me was when he was transforming from the Beast to Prince Adam. Just like in the animated original, you get that close-up shot of just his eyes. :::swoon::: That did it for me. Perfection. Sweet. Soft. Gentle. Kind. Dan won me over as the Beast.<br /><br />I also felt the use of CGI was simply flawless. It was exceptionally well-done.<br /><br />Emma and Dan portrayed undeniable chemistry throughout the film. It was beautiful to watch their relationship grow, and of course, to fall in love.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ymglGgRkjIY/WNJ6tERX_dI/AAAAAAAAPLk/GvLO5JK13Agc2gQG3Q3g2cFWtVo_V8dQwCLcB/s1600/20172.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="316" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ymglGgRkjIY/WNJ6tERX_dI/AAAAAAAAPLk/GvLO5JK13Agc2gQG3Q3g2cFWtVo_V8dQwCLcB/s640/20172.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="640" /></a></div>Let's talk about that Ballroom Scene. Chills. Seriously. Chills. Simply stunning. It was breathtakingly beautiful. I was swept away in the moment.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-sEAnt9pNxAU/WNJ7-3Jy6zI/AAAAAAAAPLw/OWoalehuim4H747qfbmbSy-CR5HpjByCwCLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb85870203%2B%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-sEAnt9pNxAU/WNJ7-3Jy6zI/AAAAAAAAPLw/OWoalehuim4H747qfbmbSy-CR5HpjByCwCLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb85870203%2B%25281%2529.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="480" /></a></div>Luke Evans as Gaston and Josh Gad as LeFou could not have been a better fit. It is easy to see why all the ladies in the town are <i>"in love" </i>with Gaston. Sure he is arrogant and completely full of himself, but he is also strikingly handsome. And LeFou? I think Josh Gad was born to play the role of LeFou. He was hilarious and such a scene stealer. Luke and Josh together? The perfect pair!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Mavs0NLc1Ns/WNJ9bwrnKdI/AAAAAAAAPL8/FZhocBHKv0wcDaJjq1xv1xi0u3rDlgt3wCLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb8ec84c7d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="426" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Mavs0NLc1Ns/WNJ9bwrnKdI/AAAAAAAAPL8/FZhocBHKv0wcDaJjq1xv1xi0u3rDlgt3wCLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb8ec84c7d.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="640" /></a></div>Of course we all know how this story ends. <i>True beauty is found within</i>. As we see the last petal on the rose fall, and the Beast appear to die, we also see something not shown in the original -- the animated objects become lifeless. Lumiere turns back into just a candlestick, Cogsworth as a clock, etc. For me, the most gut-wrenching moment in this entire film was when Mrs. Potts knew what was happening and she couldn't find her son, Chip. She screams out, "<i>Where is my little boy?</i>" And just like that, becomes unanimated. As a mother, I could completely relate to Mrs. Potts. The most important thing was her child. She wanted to comfort him and make sure he was safely with her.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SOkCE34roi0/WNKADhVc1MI/AAAAAAAAPMI/Djjj07veePk5KtgsWc9BtqraJe0E-hkwgCLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb83894a31%2B%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="362" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SOkCE34roi0/WNKADhVc1MI/AAAAAAAAPMI/Djjj07veePk5KtgsWc9BtqraJe0E-hkwgCLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast581cb83894a31%2B%25281%2529.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="640" /></a></div>Do I think it's okay for children? Well, that depends. I took my 7-year old son to see it, and he loved every second. However, there are some scary moments. The scene with the wolves is incredibly realistic and might be frightening to some children. Also, Gaston shoots the Beast several times with a gun, rather than having a knife like in the original. I think if they've seen Disney's live-action The Jungle Book, then they should be okay. I chose not to bring my 3-year old simply because I knew it wouldn't hold his attention -- and I wanted to enjoy the film!<br /><br />So what did I think? Did it live up to its highly-anticipated hype? 100% yes. Absolutely. The cast. The songs. The visuals. The modernization of the film. Simply stated, it was brilliant and better than I could have ever imagined. In fact, I'm going to perhaps go against the grain and say it was <i>better than</i> the original. For me, this adaptation brought so much more to the story that wasn't there before. Bravo, Disney. You did it again.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gbau1ezCGL8/WNKCTC1GmJI/AAAAAAAAPMM/Y43IR1G7kVMm4I8IrhyyunVJa4uP-3ECQCLcB/s1600/BeautyAndTheBeast588134b97c2f3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" border="0" height="314" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gbau1ezCGL8/WNKCTC1GmJI/AAAAAAAAPMM/Y43IR1G7kVMm4I8IrhyyunVJa4uP-3ECQCLcB/s640/BeautyAndTheBeast588134b97c2f3.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Movie Review" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Have you seen Disney's Beauty and The Beast? I'd love to hear your thoughts!</span></i></b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Like <b>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST </b>on Facebook: </span><span style="color: blue;"><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.facebook.com/DisneyBeautyAndTheBeast&source=gmail&ust=1490277339087000&usg=AFQjCNHPbzAY8hJswLqQx_Ytwnqe_PZxkg" href="https://www.facebook.com/DisneyBeautyAndTheBeast" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>DisneyBeautyAndTheBeast</a></span><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Follow <b>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</b> on Twitter: </span><span style="color: blue;"><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://twitter.com/beourguest&source=gmail&ust=1490277339087000&usg=AFQjCNHzRu7fWAxSaB0twNVrMc0hQo3OFg" href="https://twitter.com/beourguest" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/beourguest</a></span><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Follow <b>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</b> on Instagram: </span><span style="color: blue;"><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.instagram.com/beautyandthebeast/&source=gmail&ust=1490277339087000&usg=AFQjCNGVI8cd3hHzP5kLfD2d9PJ7esxyXw" href="https://www.instagram.com/beautyandthebeast/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/<wbr></wbr>beautyandthebeast/</a></span><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Visit the official <b><span style="color: black;">BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</span></b><span style="color: black;"> </span>website here: <span style="color: blue;"><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://movies.disney.com/beauty-and-the-beast-2017&source=gmail&ust=1490277339087000&usg=AFQjCNFGQQTXGRpxFS9WXOglt3CWnLLF6Q" href="http://movies.disney.com/beauty-and-the-beast-2017" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://movies.disney.com/<wbr></wbr>beauty-and-the-beast-2017</a></span><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</b> is now playing in theatres everywhere!</span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-78699766626048587082017-03-21T15:00:00.001-04:002017-03-23T15:11:10.300-04:00FabFitFun Spring 2017 Box Reveal and Promo Code!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: "century gothic"; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Disclosure: I received a complimentary Spring 2017 Box from #FabFitFun. As always, all opinions are my own. #FFFPartner</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's official -- Spring is here! Now if only Mother Nature would get the memo with some warmer temps and melt that snow. Bring on the sunshine!! The other day I was delighted to receive my <b><a href="http://fabfitfun.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FabFitFun</a></b> Spring Box! Just in time to get me ready for the warmer weather ahead. This is the fourth season I've received a box from FabFitFun, so you know I'm a huge fan.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you're unfamiliar with FabFitFun, here's a little info:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For starters, FabFitFun is a seasonal subscription box. Each season, you will receive the best of the best premium beauty, wellness, fashion, and home products. Unlike other subscription boxes that provide samples, FabFitFun offers full-size products! It really is so much more than your typical "beauty box." Members receive a new box every three months containing the most fab items of the season! Did I mention that each box is guaranteed to have <i>at least</i> $200 worth of products? It's such a fab deal! Let's take a look at what was inside my spring box.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R2HUKK2Ifqw/WNFpEDb19QI/AAAAAAAAPKc/bgIeLwjNWzgGjyI0Pxsgse-9W4wL7JzHwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4782.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="FabFitFun Spring 2017 Box and Promo Code" border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R2HUKK2Ifqw/WNFpEDb19QI/AAAAAAAAPKc/bgIeLwjNWzgGjyI0Pxsgse-9W4wL7JzHwCLcB/s640/IMG_4782.JPG" title="FabFitFun Spring 2017 Box and Promo Code" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Gypsy 05 Roundie</b></span> -- This is the perfect beach accessory. From a blanket, to a bathing suit cover-up, to a photo backdrop, there are so many different uses for this fashionable roundie. It is incredibly versatile. Members will receive one of three different patterns. I'm pretty partial to the paisley one I received. <b>(Retail $50)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Emerald Duv "Joshua Tree" Cage Bracelet</span></b> -- Gold is in! I was so excited to see this bracelet in my box. It is such a distinctive, classic piece that will go with your timeless look.<b> (Retail $80)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Briogeo Rosarco Milk Reparative Leave-In Conditioning Spray</b></span> -- This ultra-lightweight spray is fortified with a unique blend of rosehip, argan, and coconut oils to improve your hair's softness, strength, and moisture levels. It also acts as a barrier against heat. <b>(Retail $20)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Karuna Hydrating+ Face Mask</span></b> -- Is your skin feeling dry and dehydrated from winter? This deep conditioning mask is just what you need! It provides essential nutrients and nourishing ingredients for ultimate hydration. <b>(Retail $28)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish Set</span></b> -- Members will receive one of two sets. I received the shades Shape of my Heart and Like a Virgin. These beautiful pastel hues are just perfect for springtime.<b> (Retail $19)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">RealHer Lip Kit</span></b> -- Members will receive one of three different lip sets. I received Deep Red. I usually don't wear red shades of lip color, but I'm looking forward to trying this out.<b> </b>I especially love the empowering sayings on each lip kit. Mine says "I am Fabulous." Heck yeah!<b>(Retail $48)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Milly Zip Pouch</span> </b>-- What a perfect little bag to bring along to the beach! Whether you're looking for something fun to stash your wet swim suit, or looking for a new bag for your beauty products, this bag has you covered! <b>(Retail $45)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Age Defying Exfoliator</span></b> -- I have heard a lot about this brand, so I was very excited to see it in my box. I think this exfoliator is going to earn itself a permanent location in my shower. <b>(Retail $79)</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Bonus Items</span></b> -- Each season, FabFitFun includes a couple of bonus items from sponsors. Included in my box were Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin, & Nails Gummies, as well as a subscription to FabFitFun TV which includes access to the most effective and innovative workouts! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now it's time for my favorite part -- seeing the incredible value of this seasons box!</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #55514c; font-family: "century gothic"; font-size: 16px;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #55514c; font-family: "century gothic"; font-size: 16px;"><b>Total Retail Value of Box: $369</b></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #55514c; font-family: "century gothic"; font-size: 16px;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #55514c; font-family: "century gothic"; font-size: 16px;"><b>Cost of FabFitFun: $49</b></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #55514c; font-family: "century gothic"; font-size: 16px;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #55514c; font-size: 16px;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">But Wait!!! You can get $10 off your Spring 2017 FabFitFun box by <a href="http://fabfitfun.com/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #88b9b8; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">CLICKING HERE</a> and entering Promo Code "KAMI" at checkout -- making your first box only $39!! What a steal!!</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PXdDT7rbZSA/WNFNv2P2WaI/AAAAAAAAPKM/vOlTqRPpq8weziP3gq1FhL-UPVznIvklwCLcB/s1600/fabfitfunspring.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="FabFitFun Spring 2017 Box and Promo Code" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PXdDT7rbZSA/WNFNv2P2WaI/AAAAAAAAPKM/vOlTqRPpq8weziP3gq1FhL-UPVznIvklwCLcB/s640/fabfitfunspring.jpg" title="FabFitFun Spring 2017 Box and Promo Code" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Want to see my FabFitFun Boxes from previous seasons? </span></b></span><br /><br /><b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2016/12/fabfitfun-winter-2016-box-review-coupon.html" target="_blank">Winter 2016 Box</a></b><br /><b style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2016/10/fabfitfun-fall-2016-box-review-promo.html" style="color: #88b9b8; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Fall 2016 Box</a></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;"> </span><br /><b style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2016/06/fabfitfun-summer-2016-box-review-promo-code.html" style="color: #88b9b8; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Summer 2016 Box</a></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;"> </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span><br /><div style="background-color: white; color: #55514c; font-family: "century gothic"; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><b><i>What was your favorite item in my FabFitFun Spring Box?!</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-9371307480849535492017-03-20T09:45:00.000-04:002017-03-20T09:45:07.979-04:00Our Week in iPhone Photos<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Last week we got hit with a snowstorm -- which resulted in Lincoln having two snow days! He's up to 10 snow days so far his year -- yikes! Definitely not looking forward to making those up during summer vacation! So needless to say, we were a bit home bound last week. Anyways, here's a quick recap of our week...in photos!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I just love sleeping photos of my boys. I love that I can still see their sweet little baby face while they're asleep. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Cz00FaKpq0o/WM_WK3TQ8WI/AAAAAAAAPJg/HrUj7AuWnCcZu5IDIrq_W6_hKT64lFUmgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4757.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Cz00FaKpq0o/WM_WK3TQ8WI/AAAAAAAAPJg/HrUj7AuWnCcZu5IDIrq_W6_hKT64lFUmgCLcB/s640/IMG_4757.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Snow days meant lots of bonding time between brothers! Avery was happy about it. Lincoln however? Hmmm...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7FsdQzR00XQ/WM_WK6JZVCI/AAAAAAAAPJk/zDasFViXACMjnSqNHAQLVj1wmH203k9nQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4758.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7FsdQzR00XQ/WM_WK6JZVCI/AAAAAAAAPJk/zDasFViXACMjnSqNHAQLVj1wmH203k9nQCLcB/s640/IMG_4758.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> Snow? What snow?<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OYU8bFzvraM/WM_WKmo1VzI/AAAAAAAAPJo/WENNLaFxVTMlrZF-Y8RAcM1Trngsa8NKgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4763.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OYU8bFzvraM/WM_WKmo1VzI/AAAAAAAAPJo/WENNLaFxVTMlrZF-Y8RAcM1Trngsa8NKgCLcB/s640/IMG_4763.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> Our sweet girl, Belle absolutely loves the snow. She'd stay outside all day to play if she could!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bCatKanU32k/WM_WLP7nGuI/AAAAAAAAPJs/pafdEmUemQAw-2P0CR3yChKYZeQjQJLlACLcB/s1600/IMG_4765.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bCatKanU32k/WM_WLP7nGuI/AAAAAAAAPJs/pafdEmUemQAw-2P0CR3yChKYZeQjQJLlACLcB/s640/IMG_4765.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> Lincoln and daddy made a snow fort! This little boys day was made! He's been waiting for a good snowfall!!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Vicso71_has/WM_WLerIR8I/AAAAAAAAPJw/d2PINV2oqiQluv1PgsMZ07Tw-JhpqfkOQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4767.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Vicso71_has/WM_WLerIR8I/AAAAAAAAPJw/d2PINV2oqiQluv1PgsMZ07Tw-JhpqfkOQCLcB/s640/IMG_4767.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> Because Saturday morning donuts on the couch are a must.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-huJjLRo1s2I/WM_WLrA8WeI/AAAAAAAAPJ0/k4QFIa8aaoshGtIxlvKhCPlrL3JQu012ACLcB/s1600/IMG_4774.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-huJjLRo1s2I/WM_WLrA8WeI/AAAAAAAAPJ0/k4QFIa8aaoshGtIxlvKhCPlrL3JQu012ACLcB/s640/IMG_4774.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> Lincoln came home with a special St. Patrick's Day activity he did in school. It says, "My mom is because she does lots of nice stuff for me." And it's a picture of him and me...I'm giving him a present, LOL. He's seriously the sweetest little boy ever.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-msgbsUWErio/WM_WL8cGW5I/AAAAAAAAPJ4/AeKrH7uSBKw6KrSsWDUIPexaauQ21GupwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4775.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-msgbsUWErio/WM_WL8cGW5I/AAAAAAAAPJ4/AeKrH7uSBKw6KrSsWDUIPexaauQ21GupwCLcB/s640/IMG_4775.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> Annnnd we ended our week with a lost front tooth! Who is this big kid?!?<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6Dc33JYGB0Q/WM_WL1GBUjI/AAAAAAAAPJ8/VEP62iQMtdwGBTXHnN_DTWS0bLtzlcOwwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4776.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6Dc33JYGB0Q/WM_WL1GBUjI/AAAAAAAAPJ8/VEP62iQMtdwGBTXHnN_DTWS0bLtzlcOwwCLcB/s640/IMG_4776.JPG" width="480" /></a></div>How was your week? We're going to see Beauty and The Beast TODAY!!! I'll be posting my review soon!!Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-28596772034548908402017-03-16T16:15:00.001-04:002017-03-16T16:51:09.919-04:00Celebrate National Panda Day with Born in China's New Panda Clip & Fun Facts!Did you know today is National Panda Day? I didn't even know such a thing existed, but how adorable is that?! I have always found panda bears to be truly beautiful creatures. I mean, they just look so cuddly! At <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-recap.html" target="_blank">Disney Social Media Moms</a> I had the incredible opportunity to screen Disneynature's upcoming film, Born in China. I found the documentary fascinating. It was amazing to me to be able to relate to these animals as a mother.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RIwrQtCjo_4/WMrsyBqfESI/AAAAAAAAPIs/EHQglY7H2WYAMapnt_wviOwIncouk4giQCLcB/s1600/panda.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Born in China Poster Panda Fun FACTS" border="0" height="426" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RIwrQtCjo_4/WMrsyBqfESI/AAAAAAAAPIs/EHQglY7H2WYAMapnt_wviOwIncouk4giQCLcB/s640/panda.jpg" title="Born in China Poster Panda Fun FACTS" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Speaking of motherhood, today I'm happy to share with you this precious panda clip featuring Ya Ya and her sweet cub, Mei Mei. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/l8DgfRFgjhQ" width="560"></iframe></div>Sooooo sweet, right? I also want to share this fun panda facts video, featuring narrator John Krasinski.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>You can also <b><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Byux-aoW6Td3ZU0ybWZzZHk0a2M/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here to download and print</a></b> this Panda Fun Facts Sheet. I know my oldest son will love reading these facts. He enjoyed the film so much, and loved the relationships between the animals.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LzsNnpOXHEU/WMrxPywEpXI/AAAAAAAAPI8/-KygYC5hzF81QNL-DYBu-GtlSYlcQbF3wCLcB/s1600/00001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Born in China Poster Panda Fun FACTS" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LzsNnpOXHEU/WMrxPywEpXI/AAAAAAAAPI8/-KygYC5hzF81QNL-DYBu-GtlSYlcQbF3wCLcB/s640/00001.jpg" title="Born in China Poster Panda Fun FACTS" width="494" /></a></div>Make sure you see Born in China on Earth Day, April 21st, and a donation will be made in your honor to World Wildlife Fund. I am so excited about this beautiful film!!<br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Like Disneynature on Facebook: </span><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.facebook.com/Disneynature&source=gmail&ust=1489779741283000&usg=AFQjCNH6tI2hC57o9yiqNjMkk6ug9TEG1g" href="https://www.facebook.com/Disneynature" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Facebook.com/Disneynature</a><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Follow Disneynature on Twitter: </span><a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://twitter.com/Disneynature&source=gmail&ust=1489779741283000&usg=AFQjCNHPvakqctuTj8qD8f8g_D9_VuKm_g" href="https://twitter.com/Disneynature" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Twitter.com/Disneynature</a><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; 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color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Visit the official <b>BORN IN CHINA</b> website: <a class="mt-detrack-inspected" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://nature.disney.com/born-in-china&source=gmail&ust=1489779741284000&usg=AFQjCNGef2zPlAokUIkVSJ7eO6-q9vtyLg" href="http://nature.disney.com/born-in-china" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://nature.disney.com/born-<wbr></wbr>in-china</a><span style="color: #1f497d;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>BORN IN CHINA</b> is rated G and opens in theatres everywhere <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_992774118" style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(204, 204, 204); position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">April 21st</span></span>!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hp7xJibKtJM/WMryC_zTJII/AAAAAAAAPJE/cqQZ8BJw5P8fD5RmuqUVeBNU01J_mTnxQCLcB/s1600/20173.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Born in China Poster" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hp7xJibKtJM/WMryC_zTJII/AAAAAAAAPJE/cqQZ8BJw5P8fD5RmuqUVeBNU01J_mTnxQCLcB/s640/20173.jpg" title="Born in China Poster" width="432" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-56914644553789386512017-03-16T07:20:00.000-04:002017-03-16T07:20:05.452-04:00Disney Pixar's COCO - New Teaser Trailer!!When I attended the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration last month, we were introduced to the <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/01/2017-walt-disney-studios-motion-pictures-slate.html" target="_blank">2017 Walt Disney Studios' Motion Pictures Slate</a></b>. There's an incredible lineup, as usual. One of the movies is, COCO. I am very excited about this film, and I just know my boys are going to love it as well.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bxYmoAJI5ds/WMmSgVZB1tI/AAAAAAAAPIQ/BNAObQ5yB38SozUTqfkkYiVVRNzQ5uxqgCLcB/s1600/Coco58c94edb6848c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Pixar's COCO" border="0" height="268" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bxYmoAJI5ds/WMmSgVZB1tI/AAAAAAAAPIQ/BNAObQ5yB38SozUTqfkkYiVVRNzQ5uxqgCLcB/s640/Coco58c94edb6848c.jpg" title="Disney Pixar's COCO" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Here's the synopsis:</b></span><br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael García Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. Directed by Lee Unkrich (“Toy Story 3”), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist “Monsters University”) and produced by Darla K. Anderson (“Toy Story 3”), Disney•Pixar’s “Coco” opens in U.S. theaters on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_539364081" style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(204, 204, 204); position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Nov. 22, 2017</span></span>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Cmir6WolNiA/WMmShCdzQYI/AAAAAAAAPIU/4ECiJK9cu0QpA0fIeJmB9YKr4eB2xDYQwCLcB/s1600/Coco586c323777b11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Pixar's COCO" border="0" height="284" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Cmir6WolNiA/WMmShCdzQYI/AAAAAAAAPIU/4ECiJK9cu0QpA0fIeJmB9YKr4eB2xDYQwCLcB/s640/Coco586c323777b11.jpg" title="Disney Pixar's COCO" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Today I am happy to share with you the brand new teaser trailer for Disney Pixar's COCO!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zNCz4mQzfEI" width="560"></iframe> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Like <b>COCO </b>on Facebook: </span><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.facebook.com/PixarCoco&source=gmail&ust=1489690972002000&usg=AFQjCNF7caZqFRZ9TsT1BUyED151FdIqXQ" href="https://www.facebook.com/PixarCoco" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>PixarCoco</a> <span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Follow <b>COCO </b>on Twitter: </span><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://twitter.com/pixarcoco&source=gmail&ust=1489690972002000&usg=AFQjCNHYgRn6Vdww5owP3z0STbNmInJIWg" href="https://twitter.com/pixarcoco" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/pixarcoco</a><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Follow <b>COCO</b> on Instagram: </span><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.instagram.com/pixarcoco/&source=gmail&ust=1489690972002000&usg=AFQjCNFJLbffo2HCWQlvwA4ZmMv2-Y4yOA" href="https://www.instagram.com/pixarcoco/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/<wbr></wbr>pixarcoco/</a><span style="color: #1f497d;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Visit the official <b>COCO </b>website here: <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://movies.disney.com/cOCO&source=gmail&ust=1489690972002000&usg=AFQjCNFf4yTtl5S65STTbW3nCdBMoezaKA" href="http://movies.disney.com/cOCO" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://movies.disney.com/cOCO</a><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>COCO</b> opens in theatres everywhere on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_539364080" style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(204, 204, 204); position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">November 22nd</span></span>!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AdBuXKonJB4/WMmSkQoxthI/AAAAAAAAPIY/YwlYPBratU4YlvUPDTsCaAlBUKvF-vFawCLcB/s1600/Coco58c2dad6b6880.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Pixar's COCO Poster" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AdBuXKonJB4/WMmSkQoxthI/AAAAAAAAPIY/YwlYPBratU4YlvUPDTsCaAlBUKvF-vFawCLcB/s640/Coco58c2dad6b6880.jpg" title="Disney Pixar's COCO Poster" width="430" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-12523404469754160802017-03-15T07:53:00.000-04:002017-03-15T07:53:02.726-04:002017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 4 RecapJust getting started? You'll want to read <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-recap.html" target="_blank">Day 1</a></b>, <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-day-2-recap.html" target="_blank">Day 2</a></b>, and <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-day-3.html" target="_blank">Day 3</a></b> first.<br /><br />The fourth day of the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration was our full day at sea. We woke up early for a special event -- Good Morning America! That's right. Chief Meteorologist, Ginger Zee was onboard the Disney Wonder, along with a crew from Good Morning America. And? They wanted us there! So fun!!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-C-G4XGXeKWo/WMHZO5RcWsI/AAAAAAAAPDE/vnWI3DlXjE4XHxKcbKzkUS-BwqSsJvOFQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4317.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Good Morning America at Sea" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-C-G4XGXeKWo/WMHZO5RcWsI/AAAAAAAAPDE/vnWI3DlXjE4XHxKcbKzkUS-BwqSsJvOFQCLcB/s640/IMG_4317.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Good Morning America at Sea" width="640" /></a></div>After our filming with Good Morning America, it was time for our General Sessions. This was one of my favorite parts of the conference. Yes. We did a lot of cool stuff. We saw <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/rivers-of-light-debuts-at-disneys-animal-kingdom.html" target="_blank">new shows</a> prior to their opening. We had <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-day-2-recap.html" target="_blank">exclusive access on rides and private dessert parties</a>. We previewed <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-day-3.html" target="_blank">upcoming movies</a> before their release date. We were on a cruise!! But this right here, this is what I came for -- to learn.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tzwAs7wd7pI/WMHdJxv4p6I/AAAAAAAAPDc/WRCexL8GMQoyaKK7bhaUnJbT4SvvPRpmQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4328.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Leanne O'Regan" border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tzwAs7wd7pI/WMHdJxv4p6I/AAAAAAAAPDc/WRCexL8GMQoyaKK7bhaUnJbT4SvvPRpmQCLcB/s640/IMG_4328.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Leanne O'Regan" width="640" /></a></div>Leanne O'Regan welcomed us again to the 8th Annual Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I finally had the opportunity to meet Leanne, and she is just the sweetest person. It was so nice to give her a hug after these past two years. Leanne is the heart of Disney Social Media Moms. Her passion for Disney shines through in everything she does.<br /><br />To kick off the day, we were introduced to Dave Mullins, Director of Pixar Animation Studios' "LOU."<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OKMT-3Oi4Q8/WMLMb1T9GbI/AAAAAAAAPDw/I8vjV3VxZmUlMjlYdqdCF1WkCcONl9RpwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4352.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Dave Mullins Lou" border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OKMT-3Oi4Q8/WMLMb1T9GbI/AAAAAAAAPDw/I8vjV3VxZmUlMjlYdqdCF1WkCcONl9RpwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4352.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Dave Mullins Lou" /></a></div>"LOU" is a new animated short that will premiere in front of Cars 3 on June 16, 2017. And guess what? We got to screen it in its entirety! While I obviously cannot tell you a whole lot about "LOU," I can tell you that it will tug at your heartstrings. I love the message behind this Pixar short. I think it will be relatable to all people on some level. Bravo, Dave Mullins. You nailed this one.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sB67vgt9jRw/WMHdJszVFlI/AAAAAAAAPDU/6jakR4U_VFwlARzZzngOwi2BWY7ukY3XACLcB/s1600/IMG_4331.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Dave Mullins Lou" border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sB67vgt9jRw/WMHdJszVFlI/AAAAAAAAPDU/6jakR4U_VFwlARzZzngOwi2BWY7ukY3XACLcB/s640/IMG_4331.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Dave Mullins Lou" width="640" /></a></div>Next we were introduced to Thomas Smith, Editorial Content Director of <a href="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disney Parks Blog</a>. I'm sure I can speak for everyone in the room when I say this man is very inspiring to all of us. We're all bloggers. Thomas Smith is the content director of probably one of the most successful blogs in the world. He talked about how Disney Parks implements their content creation. Advice we can all learn from.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5q9t4tqqrPs/WMMuXHxDMYI/AAAAAAAAPEE/knBMMTLoySsZJNAZQSBLkxaSpQAV42r0ACLcB/s1600/IMG_4334.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Thomas Smith Disney Parks Blog" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5q9t4tqqrPs/WMMuXHxDMYI/AAAAAAAAPEE/knBMMTLoySsZJNAZQSBLkxaSpQAV42r0ACLcB/s640/IMG_4334.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Thomas Smith Disney Parks Blog" width="640" /></a></div>Next up was Amy Smeed, Head of Animation Walt Disney Animation Studios' "MOANA." Can I just say how inspiring it is that the HEAD of Animation is a female? High-five, Amy!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nWj_fTC-wYQ/WMVkMbNeKOI/AAAAAAAAPEs/bEg-oB2r5K0-KYHmebtKskk3Eec_77JWQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4337.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Amy Smeed Moana" border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nWj_fTC-wYQ/WMVkMbNeKOI/AAAAAAAAPEs/bEg-oB2r5K0-KYHmebtKskk3Eec_77JWQCLcB/s640/IMG_4337.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Amy Smeed Moana" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Amy provided us with a behind-the-scenes look at the whole production process that went into creating "MOANA." The amount of time spent and attention to detail is truly a work of art.<br /><br />Disney Parks, Synergy Director, Chris Ostrander started off right by showing us all an exclusive 8-minute clip from Disney's live-action Beauty and The Beast. It was AMAZING. Seriously. Chills.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HtLa2aCups8/WMhyXo7MBbI/AAAAAAAAPGA/BG1UE6SsJXcBv7p6CJKflFwwldVVSwCDACLcB/s1600/IMG_4339.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Chris Ostrander" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HtLa2aCups8/WMhyXo7MBbI/AAAAAAAAPGA/BG1UE6SsJXcBv7p6CJKflFwwldVVSwCDACLcB/s640/IMG_4339.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Chris Ostrander" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Chris also walked us through the 2017 <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/01/2017-walt-disney-studios-motion-pictures-slate.html" target="_blank">Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Slate</a></b>. He included some more sneaks of Guardians of the Galaxy VOL. 2, as well as Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. Both of those movies you can expect lots of laugh-out-loud fun!!<br /><br />I also have to give a major shout-out to Chris for helping me find the perfect seat in the theater for general sessions. At the time, I had no idea what position he held, but he was super nice. Thank you, Chris!!<br /><br />Next was Chris Sonnenburg, Executive Producer/Supervisor Director of Disney Channel's "Tangled: The Series."<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gUvahg_MpjQ/WMh1Ih5jmgI/AAAAAAAAPGQ/LVwnAxpNE1IYOk5iISb7Q2G0ts2ztEqtACLcB/s1600/IMG_4341.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Chris Sonnenburg" border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gUvahg_MpjQ/WMh1Ih5jmgI/AAAAAAAAPGQ/LVwnAxpNE1IYOk5iISb7Q2G0ts2ztEqtACLcB/s640/IMG_4341.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Chris Sonnenburg" width="640" /></a></div>Where are all my Rapunzel lovers at? Tangled is definitely one of my favorite Disney movies. I mean, Flynn Ryder? Enough said. Chris told us how he developed the story, which was inspired by his own daughter. I may be a boy mom, but I will absolutely be watching this series with my kids!<br /><br />After our private lunch at Tiana's Place, and yes, there were more beignets, we heard from Alex Ruiz, Disney Parks Digital Content Director.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7sJOFCbV8Pg/WMh2skdypHI/AAAAAAAAPGg/oOumMIfFyeIlC8vCc512RQriU4GeIQDOACLcB/s1600/IMG_4346.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Alex Ruiz" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7sJOFCbV8Pg/WMh2skdypHI/AAAAAAAAPGg/oOumMIfFyeIlC8vCc512RQriU4GeIQDOACLcB/s640/IMG_4346.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Alex Ruiz" width="640" /></a></div> I found Alex's presentation especially informative, being a content creator myself. Alex told us, <span style="background-color: white; color: #14171a; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">"<i>Creating content is a constantly revolving platform that needs nurturing.</i>" If you think about it, it makes sense. Content changes on a day-to-day basis. As content creators, we need to be aware of this. I also loved when he said how everyone always says "Content is King." While Alex agrees that content is super important, he believes that "<i><b>Engagement is not only King, but Queen.</b></i>" In other words, keep your readers engaged!! </span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #14171a; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #14171a; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Did you know that 65% of digital media time is spent MOBILE? Now more than ever it is crucial that your sites be mobile-friendly. It's a known fact that the audience wants to see more visual content, AND it performs better!</span></span><br /><br />Alex also expressed how much people love to see "not perfect." They want to see REAL-LIFE so it's more relatable!<br /><br />I think I could write an entire post on Alex's presentation. There was just so much valuable information.<br /><br />Our final speaker for the day was Ginger Zee, Chief Meteorologist of ABC News.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s3Oyas3pKp8/WMh5hJ5cZiI/AAAAAAAAPG8/AF7xUZTp-w8pqUVgcMOfGkJr6_hePafawCLcB/s1600/IMG_4350.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Ginger Zee" border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s3Oyas3pKp8/WMh5hJ5cZiI/AAAAAAAAPG8/AF7xUZTp-w8pqUVgcMOfGkJr6_hePafawCLcB/s640/IMG_4350.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Ginger Zee" width="640" /></a></div>As a mom, Ginger Zee was so inspirational to me. She gave us a very personal speech. She's a working mom, and naturally, she faces the challenges of balancing her life between being a mom, and her very demanding job. Inside she's a person, just like us. She's doing something she loves, and giving her son the very best of herself by being present when they're together. She talked about being present when we're with our children. We live in a digital age, and it's sometimes all too easy to get wrapped up in everything else that is going on, that we can lose sight of what is right in front of us.<br /><br />Ginger Zee is the FIRST FEMALE Chief Meteorologist of a network. What an incredible accomplishment!<br /><br />Once our general sessions concluded, we were on our own to meet up with our families. I don't know about the other attendees, but I was BEYOND exhausted! Seriously. I went back to our stateroom and found my little Avery napping. I hopped in bed with him, and soaked up some cuddles.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mwp4H80l-H0/WMh_G2BMYhI/AAAAAAAAPHc/IWBX3XzQ21I11HBfO2_ABdX7ADZgqsrXQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4370.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mwp4H80l-H0/WMh_G2BMYhI/AAAAAAAAPHc/IWBX3XzQ21I11HBfO2_ABdX7ADZgqsrXQCLcB/s640/IMG_4370.JPG" width="480" /></a></div>Definitely not the most flattering picture of me, but it's REAL LIFE!!<br /><br />Our dinner arrangements for the evening were at Tritons, a "under-the-sea" venue inspired by The Little Mermaid. I had my best dinner on the cruise this night -- the Chateaubriand was AMAZING!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qRS04FLFvN0/WMG5VwApGqI/AAAAAAAAPCw/28ITt94TgtcgZsmOpaGOdB7VnzkzkfXsgCLcB/s1600/tritonscollage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Wonder Tritons" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qRS04FLFvN0/WMG5VwApGqI/AAAAAAAAPCw/28ITt94TgtcgZsmOpaGOdB7VnzkzkfXsgCLcB/s640/tritonscollage.jpg" title="Disney Wonder Tritons" width="640" /></a></div>After dinner, we ventured to the theater to see <i>Disney Dreams</i> - a musical about the power of dreams and family. We all enjoyed the show...Avery enjoyed his bucket of popcorn.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wgrvlmZzfKs/WMiAjtJ4dGI/AAAAAAAAPH0/klghwPdn3tQIa0eDrD13Es--t2VjpwYHACLcB/s1600/IMG_4366.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Wonder Dreams" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wgrvlmZzfKs/WMiAjtJ4dGI/AAAAAAAAPH0/klghwPdn3tQIa0eDrD13Es--t2VjpwYHACLcB/s640/IMG_4366.JPG" title="Disney Wonder Dreams" width="480" /></a></div>The night wasn't over yet! We still had the Pirates IN The Caribbean Deck Party! I went all out and ordered our entire family matching fun Mickey pirate shirts -- I even had the #DisneySMMC hashtag on the back. I didn't however manage to get one single group photo - boo! But here is my sweet Lincoln rocking his pirate attire.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E9aSUj0pZVU/WMiBpR5uJ7I/AAAAAAAAPIA/Ls21VVPkrAUL1zTnCjII5zGatVWpExHXwCLcB/s1600/IMG_3326.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pirates in the Caribbean Deck Party Disney Wonder" border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E9aSUj0pZVU/WMiBpR5uJ7I/AAAAAAAAPIA/Ls21VVPkrAUL1zTnCjII5zGatVWpExHXwCLcB/s640/IMG_3326.JPG" title="Pirates in the Caribbean Deck Party Disney Wonder" width="640" /></a></div>WHAT AN INCREDIBLE DAY!!<br /><br />I think we all crashed as soon as our heads hit the pillow that night. We still had one more day to go -- our ship would be docking on Disney's private island, Castaway Cay in the morning! Stay tuned for more fun!!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wguqKkGgH_g/WMG5YZjPkrI/AAAAAAAAPC0/RA52ILyF6tI2zwmA-uC6nuCFhKGEwJBcQCLcB/s1600/dsmmcday4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Recap, #DisneySMMC" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wguqKkGgH_g/WMG5YZjPkrI/AAAAAAAAPC0/RA52ILyF6tI2zwmA-uC6nuCFhKGEwJBcQCLcB/s640/dsmmcday4.jpg" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Recap, #DisneySMMC" width="452" /></a></div><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: lora, serif; font-size: 16px;">I was invited to the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I paid a nominal conference fee to attend and received discounted & complimentary items from Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and their sponsors. I was not asked to write about my experience. All opinions are my own.</em>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-32757127749391258502017-03-13T08:00:00.000-04:002017-03-13T11:10:48.576-04:00Our Week in iPhone PhotosA few weeks back I mentioned I wanted to start documenting the dozens of photos I take weekly on my phone. It's more so for me to look back on. After all, when I originally started this blog that was really its sole purpose -- to document my journey through motherhood; sharing photos and stories of my boys.<br /><br />This past week as super busy, as per usual. We started off at my parents house in Rhode Island for the weekend. My boys are such good little travelers.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G3yS5EF7DBE/WMWYjmtFzsI/AAAAAAAAPFA/3A0Cfcoh1eQsXnj313xM3qJDIQvW-uEdACLcB/s1600/IMG_4715.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G3yS5EF7DBE/WMWYjmtFzsI/AAAAAAAAPFA/3A0Cfcoh1eQsXnj313xM3qJDIQvW-uEdACLcB/s640/IMG_4715.JPG" width="630" /></a></div> ...and yes. Donuts in the car, especially during 2 1/2 hour drives, is ALWAYS a good idea!!<br /><br />You know what hardly ever happens anymore? My 7-year old falling asleep in the car. However, when it does happen, you know I snap a photo of that sweet little face.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-raoSAdQqhKQ/WMWYjoLvgdI/AAAAAAAAPFE/DPjIAvmGu6E9IqI6WOLYFumDLQVAK1eDwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4722.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-raoSAdQqhKQ/WMWYjoLvgdI/AAAAAAAAPFE/DPjIAvmGu6E9IqI6WOLYFumDLQVAK1eDwCLcB/s640/IMG_4722.JPG" width="480" /></a></div>I told you all about our super fun time on our <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/why-disney-cruise-is-ultimate-family-vacation.html" target="_blank">Disney Cruise</a>. We e joyed it so much that we booked a placeholder at a special discount while we were still onboard. Next year we'll be sailing on the Dream, and well, I couldn't be more excited! We received some happy mail last week, and it made it all the more real!!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kvECbcqw9-Q/WMWYjtlCCSI/AAAAAAAAPFI/hFWHHg5UTpQG-AsOzR9A3VZ_sBWY7MFRACLcB/s1600/IMG_4724.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kvECbcqw9-Q/WMWYjtlCCSI/AAAAAAAAPFI/hFWHHg5UTpQG-AsOzR9A3VZ_sBWY7MFRACLcB/s400/IMG_4724.JPG" width="400" /></a></div> Mid-week we took the boys to the mall for some fun with Lego's and out for dinner.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fWxeIxQP4Jw/WMWYj6iuZrI/AAAAAAAAPFM/yJQyavtfbhkAsHM1mSBAZ88-gAFDUvZjQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4729.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fWxeIxQP4Jw/WMWYj6iuZrI/AAAAAAAAPFM/yJQyavtfbhkAsHM1mSBAZ88-gAFDUvZjQCLcB/s640/IMG_4729.JPG" width="360" /></a></div>Our sweet girl, Belle had her annual vet appointment. She's doing perfectly fine, except for her darn environmental allergies. Poor girl. Hopefully they'll clear up soon. Until then, we're spoiling her a bit ;)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BSdE7F1Sq_o/WMWYkZmiqJI/AAAAAAAAPFU/4_rB6qeA2ZUb8EdGpWlucrwPPkfF83w9ACLcB/s1600/IMG_4741.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BSdE7F1Sq_o/WMWYkZmiqJI/AAAAAAAAPFU/4_rB6qeA2ZUb8EdGpWlucrwPPkfF83w9ACLcB/s640/IMG_4741.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Jared and I actually went out by ourselves one night...something that never happens! We had dinner plans with the best attorney on the planet (love you, Michael!), and his lovely wife. We had a wonderful evening.<br /><br />I'm sure Lincoln and Avery enjoyed their evening as well...especially considering they got to stay up extra late! BUT no fear. Lincoln had yet another snow day the following morning. No missed sleep for him -- we'll just be going to school until July. Ugh.<br /><br />The weekend was bitterly cold. We had to get the boys out of the house, though. Major cabin fever for all of us. We hit up one of their favorite spots, Dave & Busters. We had some lunch and they went a bit game crazy.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K7L3pL6QM7U/WMWYkb_LcwI/AAAAAAAAPFQ/DWSBY4m8VFIOzyJ1vsj3ayen42LnnOpWwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4744.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K7L3pL6QM7U/WMWYkb_LcwI/AAAAAAAAPFQ/DWSBY4m8VFIOzyJ1vsj3ayen42LnnOpWwCLcB/s640/IMG_4744.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HBnubG_0ieU/WMWYkj18EeI/AAAAAAAAPFY/nEu5MuiyCl4gU4Uhn_CcbaxXcq_MS_9pACLcB/s1600/IMG_4745.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HBnubG_0ieU/WMWYkj18EeI/AAAAAAAAPFY/nEu5MuiyCl4gU4Uhn_CcbaxXcq_MS_9pACLcB/s640/IMG_4745.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>matching hoodies for the win!</i></td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NgZ8ScCx3bw/WMWYlNeBIHI/AAAAAAAAPFc/Dsylx5JmB-Ey8jJkjPofj0ukJEPKlHtYwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4746.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NgZ8ScCx3bw/WMWYlNeBIHI/AAAAAAAAPFc/Dsylx5JmB-Ey8jJkjPofj0ukJEPKlHtYwCLcB/s640/IMG_4746.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>chocolate fondue is always a good idea!</i></td></tr></tbody></table>Lincoln has been saving his tickets FOREVER for this ridiculously giant stuffed Mario. Well, he FINALLY had enough. This is what a very happy little boy looks like -- and 15,000 tickets.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7Byx9gkz5_o/WMWYlO8HtII/AAAAAAAAPFk/dJN5na2kkJcruyQH5k6wpI8cs8MZ-zQCQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4749.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7Byx9gkz5_o/WMWYlO8HtII/AAAAAAAAPFk/dJN5na2kkJcruyQH5k6wpI8cs8MZ-zQCQCLcB/s640/IMG_4749.JPG" width="480" /></a></div>Annnnnd that brings us to Sunday. Daylight Savings is here again. I love springing ahead for more daylight, but man it's a tough adjustment. And of course for whatever reason, the kids are unaffected by the time change. Just us parents who are continuously sleep-deprived. Oh well.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FFpo4tDlWi4/WMWYlAYFfGI/AAAAAAAAPFg/TyVxTQ0gckg3W9gqUn8VaYKuapaW0wGzgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4753.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FFpo4tDlWi4/WMWYlAYFfGI/AAAAAAAAPFg/TyVxTQ0gckg3W9gqUn8VaYKuapaW0wGzgCLcB/s640/IMG_4753.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> It was a stay-in-our-jammies all day kind of day. With lots of YouTube Kids, cuddles, and coffee.<br /><br />Beauty and The Beast opens this week...are you going? Are you as excited as I am?! Oh, and we're expected to get another snowstorm. Fun. (insert extreme sarcasm).<br /><br />Here's to the week ahead!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-59746044308035252202017-03-08T08:00:00.000-05:002017-03-13T20:05:06.549-04:002017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 3 Recap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Day 3 of the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration had arrived. If you're just getting started, you'll want to read <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-recap.html" target="_blank">Day 1</a></b> and <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-day-2-recap.html" target="_blank">Day 2</a></b> first. Day 3 started off (very) bright and early. We hopped on our private bus at 7:15 AM to head to AMC Theater at Disney Springs. When we arrived, we viewed a special advance screening of DisneyNature's newest film, Born in China. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lCrAhBML3mQ/WL25C4h7-CI/AAAAAAAAO-c/Gp2t_0WT_x4vnS1yo3RVEezfVKYo9biWACEw/s1600/IMG_4281.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Born in China" border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lCrAhBML3mQ/WL25C4h7-CI/AAAAAAAAO-c/Gp2t_0WT_x4vnS1yo3RVEezfVKYo9biWACEw/s640/IMG_4281.JPG" title="Born in China" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am not going to talk too much about Born in China, because I'm planning a separate post all about it -- but I will say I enjoyed it very much. It's very family-friendly, and a must for animal lovers. It opens on Earth Day, April 21, 2017. Make sure you see it opening week because a donation will be made in your honor to the World Wildlife Fund.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our screening of Born in China was followed-up with a Q&A session with the film producer, Roy Conli. This was my first time EVER experiencing a Q&A with a producer. I was so flippin' excited! Roy told us some behind the scenes info that goes into making a DisneyNature film.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ore8TYh2q0g/WL3x5-TrDwI/AAAAAAAAPAU/f_rSTuKh6CYLAxnTdK7vpja6KIS6sCVtgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4283.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Roy Conli Born in China" border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ore8TYh2q0g/WL3x5-TrDwI/AAAAAAAAPAU/f_rSTuKh6CYLAxnTdK7vpja6KIS6sCVtgCLcB/s640/IMG_4283.JPG" title="Roy Conli Born in China" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next we were introduced to Dan Cockerell, Vice President of Magic Kingdom. Dan told us about some exciting new happenings at Disney Parks. Starting May 12, 2017, Magic Kingdom will have a new fireworks show! "Happily Ever After" will light up the sky like you've never seen before!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZedljdIrcxY/WL3zCtCNu6I/AAAAAAAAPAc/knbrTtMAl3AuYMu7xnrgVdMO7mWkPCPRQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4288.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Happily Ever After Magic Kingdom" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZedljdIrcxY/WL3zCtCNu6I/AAAAAAAAPAc/knbrTtMAl3AuYMu7xnrgVdMO7mWkPCPRQCLcB/s640/IMG_4288.JPG" title="Happily Ever After Magic Kingdom" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you're heading to Walt Disney World before May 12th, make sure you catch "Wishes" one last time at Magic Kingdom!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Dan also talked about <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/rivers-of-light-debuts-at-disneys-animal-kingdom.html" target="_blank">Rivers of Light</a></b>, the reimagining of the Disney Wonder, and Pandora: The World of Avatar. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DOlycjpAw48/WL31QWjhkDI/AAAAAAAAPAo/4IKZmZVZ5x0WMDFJTHPxxKkp_mrj39d7wCLcB/s1600/IMG_4291.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pandora The World of Avatar Animal Kingdom" border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DOlycjpAw48/WL31QWjhkDI/AAAAAAAAPAo/4IKZmZVZ5x0WMDFJTHPxxKkp_mrj39d7wCLcB/s640/IMG_4291.JPG" title="Pandora The World of Avatar Animal Kingdom" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This concluded our land portion of the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. Now it was time to head to SEA!! We boarded our buses and headed off to Port Canaveral! Disney Cruise Line, here we come!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4eZkaYeaF4M/WL3_uNDPTNI/AAAAAAAAPA4/_BWCTBM9UeYRhCUWwK21EnKsEcMaYE0lwCLcB/s1600/IMG_3304.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Wonder Cruise Line" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4eZkaYeaF4M/WL3_uNDPTNI/AAAAAAAAPA4/_BWCTBM9UeYRhCUWwK21EnKsEcMaYE0lwCLcB/s640/IMG_3304.JPG" title="Disney Wonder Cruise Line" width="640" /></a></div>For those who have never <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/why-disney-cruise-is-ultimate-family-vacation.html" target="_blank">cruised with Disney</a> before, it is an experience unlike no other. Walking onto the Wonder, a cast member asked for our family's last name. All of a sudden we hear <i>"Welcome to The Allen Family!!"</i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RnNUxI59uHw/WL3_2UzaAYI/AAAAAAAAPA8/WcS5iovtFYkRHfR3mNUIkB1waNzF2RtMQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4591.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Wonder Welcome" border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RnNUxI59uHw/WL3_2UzaAYI/AAAAAAAAPA8/WcS5iovtFYkRHfR3mNUIkB1waNzF2RtMQCLcB/s640/IMG_4591.JPG" title="Disney Wonder Welcome" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So fun! My family headed to checkout our stateroom and go swimming, while I had a private Influencer only lunch at Animator's Palate. I chose a yummy pasta with these scrumptious giant shrimp. It was delicious...but the dessert trio was definitely my favorite!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RgLrwgZ3KX4/WL8aT2QDuNI/AAAAAAAAPBQ/STHqwWqU89UuJioFC09Q5Rtln-QF-585wCLcB/s1600/animators.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Animator's Palate Disney Wonder" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RgLrwgZ3KX4/WL8aT2QDuNI/AAAAAAAAPBQ/STHqwWqU89UuJioFC09Q5Rtln-QF-585wCLcB/s640/animators.jpg" title="Animator's Palate Disney Wonder" width="410" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After our tasty lunch, we headed to a private Welcome Reception and heard a few words from the Captain. We toasted with some champagne, and were on our way! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I met up with my family and we decorated our cabin door with our <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/easy-diy-disney-cruise-door-magnets.html" target="_blank">fun magnets</a></b> and hung our <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/diy-disney-cruise-fish-extender.html" target="_blank">fish extender</a></b>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AWjy3JdAK3s/WL8igOP8eaI/AAAAAAAAPBk/w7KG2z-vI5IKSnHGmbRscMwSZZZnLlmyQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4301.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Cruise Line Door Magnets and Fish Extender" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AWjy3JdAK3s/WL8igOP8eaI/AAAAAAAAPBk/w7KG2z-vI5IKSnHGmbRscMwSZZZnLlmyQCLcB/s640/IMG_4301.JPG" title="Disney Cruise Line Door Magnets and Fish Extender" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We walked around the ship for a bit. There's so much to see and explore! None of us have EVER been on a cruise before, so this was all so new and exciting!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cMXilJZcfdg/WL8jJRvjrAI/AAAAAAAAPBs/RhQIaJ8sdUQ5pS2lF4cOFII8aJTo2TK8QCLcB/s1600/IMG_4302.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cMXilJZcfdg/WL8jJRvjrAI/AAAAAAAAPBs/RhQIaJ8sdUQ5pS2lF4cOFII8aJTo2TK8QCLcB/s640/IMG_4302.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Soon it was time for dinner. We (thankfully) had the early seating at 5:45 PM. I don't know how we would have survived the later 8:15 PM seating with two little kids! Dinner was at Tiana's Place. The ambiance and entertainment was incredible. We even got to meet Tiana herself!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eYnSF2PmWwk/WL8lNYaMl0I/AAAAAAAAPCA/adnpbje3Z30f-3yXM_OOEuqjtTVf7WMkgCLcB/s1600/tianas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tiana's Place Disney Wonder" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eYnSF2PmWwk/WL8lNYaMl0I/AAAAAAAAPCA/adnpbje3Z30f-3yXM_OOEuqjtTVf7WMkgCLcB/s640/tianas.jpg" title="Tiana's Place Disney Wonder" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They feed you very well onboard Disney Cruise Line. The beignets were sooooo good. They were fluffy and dusted with just the right amount of powdered sugar, served with an espresso dipping sauce. Lincoln and Avery thoroughly enjoyed their share of endless Mickey ice cream bars!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The show for the evening was <i>The Golden Mickey's</i> - a tribute to the enchanting movies of Walt Disney, complete with a red carpet! While I wish we attended this live show, my boys were DONE! So done. They were beyond exhausted. I knew if we wanted to enjoy our cruise, they needed to go to bed early. So we made the decision to have an early night.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wxW848cE-Ck/WL8nsBIWH9I/AAAAAAAAPCI/OmUheHHmAgQWFLV2KH1t6t7Q0qnSbOxtQCLcB/s1600/IMG_3318.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Wonder Bunk Beds" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wxW848cE-Ck/WL8nsBIWH9I/AAAAAAAAPCI/OmUheHHmAgQWFLV2KH1t6t7Q0qnSbOxtQCLcB/s640/IMG_3318.JPG" title="Disney Wonder Bunk Beds" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They were thrilled with their sleeping accommodations -- BUNK BEDS!! Let me tell you something. Lincoln and Avery both sleep with me every single night. On the Wonder? They wonderfully slept in the bunk beds each night. I think a bunk bed investment might happen sooner rather than later ;)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What an incredible third day -- and still so much more magic to go!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3oQj4VD7fGM/WL22N817OnI/AAAAAAAAO-U/r_hW6bROZyQLzLCjKi6vc_PlUj6Cn80JwCLcB/s1600/disneysmmcday3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 3 Recap, #DisneySMMC" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3oQj4VD7fGM/WL22N817OnI/AAAAAAAAO-U/r_hW6bROZyQLzLCjKi6vc_PlUj6Cn80JwCLcB/s640/disneysmmcday3.jpg" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 3 Recap, #DisneySMMC" width="450" /></a></div><br /><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; clear: both; color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: lora, serif; font-size: 16px;">I was invited to the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I paid a nominal conference fee to attend and received discounted & complimentary items from Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and their sponsors. I was not asked to write about my experience. All opinions are my own.</em></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-49504122198173680492017-03-07T07:21:00.000-05:002017-03-13T11:11:26.517-04:002017 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise {favorites from the shop parks app}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The 2017 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival runs from March 1-May 29th. I just love visiting Walt Disney World during this time of the year. It's absolutely beautiful. The topiaries are so exquisite and add such character to the park -- see what I did there ;)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Of course Disney releases exclusive Flower & Garden merchandise that is only available to purchase throughout the festival. While some is exclusively only available to purchase in Epcot, there are several items available on the <b><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/shop-disney-parks-mobile-app/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shop Parks</a></b> app! I rounded up a few of my favorite finds.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rxj0KkuHIHQ/WLyAruIIZnI/AAAAAAAAO90/w0B3xbBe51gXJXi_nH1s70-vNTXW5FGKACLcB/s1600/epcotfg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="2017 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise" border="0" height="494" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rxj0KkuHIHQ/WLyAruIIZnI/AAAAAAAAO90/w0B3xbBe51gXJXi_nH1s70-vNTXW5FGKACLcB/s640/epcotfg.jpg" title="2017 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Minnie Tank</b> -- What a fun top to commemorate the 2017 festival!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Minnie Ears</b> -- I love purchasing different, fun styles of Minnie ears. I really like how this particular set has Epcot's iconic "ball" in the center.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Drawstring Bag</b> -- What a perfect bag to store your belongings in while at Disney. I love the colors, and of course the 2017 logo.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Tervis Tumbler </b>-- I'm a huge fan of these tumblers. They keep your drink either perfectly hot or cold. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Flower Pot Mug</b> -- How ridiculously fun is this mug?! It also features one of my favorite characters, Figment!</div><br /><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Spinner Keychain</b> -- The perfect souvenir to remember your trip!<br /><br /><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Figment Statue</b> -- Aside from Epcot's iconic ball, Spaceship Earth, Figment is Epcot. I just love him. He reminds me of my childhood.<br /><br /><b>Epcot Flower & Garden Flower Pot</b> -- A flower pot from the Flower & Garden Festival? How perfect!<br /><br /><b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Are you visiting the 2017 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival? What is your must-have item from the Shop Parks app?</span></i></b><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_aXzbs2uFpY/WLyGpuQZAeI/AAAAAAAAO-E/zzxxuyuAAkcU9q3O54-0MQ_3WpDvn-0vQCLcB/s1600/fgcollagee2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_aXzbs2uFpY/WLyGpuQZAeI/AAAAAAAAO-E/zzxxuyuAAkcU9q3O54-0MQ_3WpDvn-0vQCLcB/s640/fgcollagee2.jpg" width="345" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i><b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/122089839879431753/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">please pin this image for later!!</a></b></i></td></tr></tbody></table>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-49546362169988894532017-03-06T08:00:00.000-05:002017-03-13T11:11:38.270-04:00Beauty and The Beast Gifts for Everyone!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We can finally say Disney's live-action retelling of Beauty and The Beast will be released this month! This movie is incredibly anticipated by so many. I remember when the animated version was first released. It was so well-done. Aside from the stunning animation, the soundtrack was sensational. It will always be one of my favorite animated Disney movies. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With its upcoming release on March 17, 2017, I want to share some fun gift ideas that all Beauty and The Beast lovers will enjoy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aN9_QPpkP-k/WLhn1Shi46I/AAAAAAAAO9c/s1btXaRiYV4mYhs1LoLkG9V1_tqz2HYdwCLcB/s1600/bbcollage2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aN9_QPpkP-k/WLhn1Shi46I/AAAAAAAAO9c/s1btXaRiYV4mYhs1LoLkG9V1_tqz2HYdwCLcB/s640/bbcollage2.jpg" width="330" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2lEcRrm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beauty and The Beast Live-Action Enchanted Tea Set Playset</a></b> -- <i>Be Our Guest </i>while Mrs. Potts pours you the perfect cup of tea with little Chip! This is the most adorable little tea set for your favorite littlest Beauty and The Beast fans.</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2lZgx9Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disney Traditions by Jim Shore Beauty and The Beast Character Stone Resin Figurine</a></b> -- I am in love with this gorgeous resin figure. I especially love that it features all of the main characters.</span><br /><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2lEDP1W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disney Parks Thomas Kinkade Beauty and The Beast Puzzle</a></b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> -- When I was at the <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-recap.html" target="_blank">Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</a> last month, I spotted the most stunning portrait in a frame. I immediately thought it would look lovely inside our home. However, I fully expected the price tag to make me change my mind. That was until I saw it was a PUZZLE!! Seriously. I couldn't even tell. I scooped a box up so quickly! We plan on doing it maybe this summer as a family, and then putting it in a frame.</span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2m0V0Mc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Funko Mystery Mini Beauty and The Beast Live-Action Blind Bag</a></b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> -- Are your kids as obsessed with blind bags as mine are? Heck, I might even start collecting these adorable mystery figures!</span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2lEEjoX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beauty and The Beast: Belle's Library</a></b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> -- Have you ever wondered what types of books Belle liked to read? This unique literary journal features inspiring quotes from some of her favorite books, as well as her insightful notes and drawings.</span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2my0QI8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beauty and The Beast Live-Action Enchanted Rose Jewelry Box Toy</a></b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> -- I would have adored this when I was a little girl. The enchanted rose opens, closes, and lights up! This sweet jewelry box even plays the song.</span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2m1aIHi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beauty and The Beast Coloring Book</a></b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> -- Umm. I think I might order this for myself. No shame at all. This coloring book has 100 images, featuring beautiful landscapes and elaborate patterns from the live-action film.</span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="a-size-large" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.3 !important; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b><i>What do you think? Are you counting down the days until March 17th? What is your must-have item from this list?</i></b></span></span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-46886384665820312052017-03-02T09:35:00.000-05:002017-03-13T20:05:32.249-04:002017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. Day 2 had arrived -- Make sure you read <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-recap.html" target="_blank">Day 1</a></b> first!! Day 2 started bright and early with an Influencer only event at Epcot! Attendees were welcomed for a private ride on <i>Soarin' Around the World</i>!! I was so excited! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oW0vqIwKJlM/WLSbVqoz4XI/AAAAAAAAO6s/OZKYEfTbtfYfag2vZ_psg2uXiJiw2bHqwCLcB/s1600/16708351_10106938067618905_6724300438055708986_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, Soarin' Around the World" border="0" height="210" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oW0vqIwKJlM/WLSbVqoz4XI/AAAAAAAAO6s/OZKYEfTbtfYfag2vZ_psg2uXiJiw2bHqwCLcB/s640/16708351_10106938067618905_6724300438055708986_n.jpg" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, Soarin' Around the World" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Soarin' is probably my favorite ride at Disney World. I am very limited with what I am physically able to ride, and for the longest time I thought I was unable to ride Soarin'. When we visited Disney last October, my mom went on it for the first time. She couldn't wait to tell me it was perfectly safe for me to ride!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Riding Soarin' is always an incredible experience, however, for this flight I was right in the middle section in row 1. I've heard people say once you've experienced row 1, no other rows will compare. It is so true. If you ever have the opportunity, ride in row 1. I've heard you can even wait to ride in row 1 for the next ride and cast members won't mind. It's totally worth it! Do it!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next we walked a bit for a group photo. Right in front of Spaceship Earth. What a beautiful day!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HXW4JtTqf4c/WLSdAqEQgDI/AAAAAAAAO64/KEWnE5FxhVcTNVVfrJ9onEHviX4s942AwCLcB/s1600/IMG_4590.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration attendees" border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HXW4JtTqf4c/WLSdAqEQgDI/AAAAAAAAO64/KEWnE5FxhVcTNVVfrJ9onEHviX4s942AwCLcB/s640/IMG_4590.JPG" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration attendees" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">By now we were all so hungry -- good thing, because it was time for our yummy breakfast sponsored by Alamo!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rbTI3J3Cn-0/WLSfL8X60wI/AAAAAAAAO7I/yKieWi3qm04bPthGTEuZOZs_UhSmoHkWgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4195.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, Alamo Breakfast" border="0" height="300" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rbTI3J3Cn-0/WLSfL8X60wI/AAAAAAAAO7I/yKieWi3qm04bPthGTEuZOZs_UhSmoHkWgCLcB/s400/IMG_4195.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, Alamo breakfast" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">YUM!! Did I ever tell you breakfast is my favorite meal? And Mickey waffles topped with strawberries, whipped cream, AND chocolate chips?! YES PLEASE!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We had a surprise guest speaker -- Olympian Dominique Dawes! </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVlXK9urnrY/WLSh9LYnbuI/AAAAAAAAO7Y/CKopF0z-SqUlMftbM6iAPfO7KXMw9G6_gCLcB/s1600/16711670_10106938229185125_5260159959832130601_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, Dominique Dawes" border="0" height="426" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVlXK9urnrY/WLSh9LYnbuI/AAAAAAAAO7Y/CKopF0z-SqUlMftbM6iAPfO7KXMw9G6_gCLcB/s640/16711670_10106938229185125_5260159959832130601_n.jpg" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, Dominique Dawes" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Dominique was so inspirational, sharing her relationship with sponsor GoGo squeeZ. She has done some phenomenal work -- including working side-by-side with Michelle Obama!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next it was time to head over to the Sponsor Showcase. Here we were able to meet face-to-face with our fabulous sponsors: Alamo, GoGo SqueeZ, Hanes, Joffrey's Coffee & Twinings Tea, Neutrogena, and HSN was featuring their exclusive Beauty and The Beast line!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8kx-2Ax6oZM/WLSmysXQjVI/AAAAAAAAO7o/TZ0im01rV244ZwNgsktC5RuRvkM7molFQCLcB/s1600/hsncollage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="HSN Beauty and The Beast Exclusive Collection" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8kx-2Ax6oZM/WLSmysXQjVI/AAAAAAAAO7o/TZ0im01rV244ZwNgsktC5RuRvkM7molFQCLcB/s640/hsncollage.jpg" title="HSN Beauty and The Beast Exclusive Collection" width="448" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These items were so exquisite! The Beauty and The Beast "book" is actually a purse! Also, all of the jewelry was absolutely stunning. I loved the intricate detail of the castle necklace and ring.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-g8YcnVYDRxQ/WLXx4wCLnqI/AAAAAAAAO8Y/Zex064E5WTwMFl7BGFQAjPby76YVjpGDACLcB/s1600/IMG_4201.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap, Beauty and The Beast" border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-g8YcnVYDRxQ/WLXx4wCLnqI/AAAAAAAAO8Y/Zex064E5WTwMFl7BGFQAjPby76YVjpGDACLcB/s640/IMG_4201.JPG" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap, Beauty and The Beast" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>yes, that's "the" rose!!!</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once we were finished with the Sponsor Showcase, we had one of two different options to choose from: We could participate in the "Social Media Challenge," where we would be given a $250 gift card to shop at Disney Springs. We would have to shop for one of three different categories (Savvy Fashionista, Disney-fied Fun, or Disney Bounding). Afterwards we were asked to create a collage on instagram. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our other option was to have some park time with our families. Guess which one I chose?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I chose the extra family time. I had two little boys who really missed their Mommy -- and I missed them too! Honestly, if I was there on my own I would have absolutely participated in the Social Media Challenge; or maybe even if my boys were a little older. But Disney is about families, and I wanted to spend this time doing what my kids wanted -- play in the parks!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ul2b1hF0F6c/WLXuO6DQIbI/AAAAAAAAO8I/Rx3Ensau7hUARmXQXu46rQccRupuwuyvACLcB/s1600/epcotcollage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ul2b1hF0F6c/WLXuO6DQIbI/AAAAAAAAO8I/Rx3Ensau7hUARmXQXu46rQccRupuwuyvACLcB/s640/epcotcollage.jpg" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" width="448" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We hit up a few of our favorite family-friendly rides like The Seas with Nemo and Friends, Journey Into Imagination, and Spaceship Earth. Lincoln requested a ride with his Mom on Soarin' -- although I had a special private ride earlier that morning, I could never pass that up! Lincoln and Avery both rode Test Track with their Daddy and Grandpa. While that is a ride I am unable to do, Alamo provided all attendees with a $50 Disney gift card!! I decided to do some shopping at one of my favorite shops in Epcot, Mouse Gear! I had to buy myself some snazzy new Minnie ears!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We grabbed a quick lunch and spent some time in the DVC Lounge to relax while the boys played Disney Infinity. Then we decided it was time to take the boat on over to Hollywood Studios for our evening activities!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n9cMWAC6F94/WLXxh8AVhuI/AAAAAAAAO8U/zG7u6cif64g7nkyYPf-vnBHjKLbik9W6QCLcB/s1600/IMG_4233.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n9cMWAC6F94/WLXxh8AVhuI/AAAAAAAAO8U/zG7u6cif64g7nkyYPf-vnBHjKLbik9W6QCLcB/s640/IMG_4233.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>clearly Avery was a fan of the boat ride!</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We had a little bit of time before our family dinner, so we made sure to utilize our time wisely. We decided to head straight to Toy Story Mania -- a family favorite. Next, I grabbed a coffee from Joffrey's. I love the "DVC Special." If you're a Disney Vacation Club Member, make sure you ask for it! Also? Did you know if you're a Disney Visa Cardholder you can receive 20% off your purchase at Joffrey's? I love to save!! Avery needed his popcorn fix. And finally, we headed to Star Tours for Lincoln and Jared.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jwqu1LoE4fE/WLX0XD2FJ8I/AAAAAAAAO8s/-Px6puFS_Mspy3j1i_QM_myaPjG1ovfDACLcB/s1600/hollywoodcollage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jwqu1LoE4fE/WLX0XD2FJ8I/AAAAAAAAO8s/-Px6puFS_Mspy3j1i_QM_myaPjG1ovfDACLcB/s640/hollywoodcollage.jpg" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" width="554" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Finally, it was time to head to our Family Pizza Party at PizzeRizzo! This is a brand new venue at Hollywood Studios themed to the Muppet's favorite rat, Rizzo!! Here we were escorted upstairs to a private area to feast on endless pizza, pasta, and salad. YUM!! While we do not have any dietary restrictions in our family, I was happy to hear that PizzeRizzo offered something for all guests, including vegan dishes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After our delicious dinner, we were directed to our special VIP reserved seating of Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular. I've seen this fireworks display before, however I never saw it from such a great view! This show is unlike anything I've ever seen where clips from movies are displayed throughout; it tells a story! Very cool!! Here is a clip:</div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="true" allowtransparency="true" frameborder="0" height="315" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheMommaDiaries%2Fvideos%2F1290318437690201%2F&show_text=0&width=560" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="560"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After our spectacular show, we were invited to a private Family Galactic Dessert party; featuring Star Wars themed desserts! We also were able to interact with some characters. Storm Troopers were walking around -- they're always super fun. We also met Pluto and Jake!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wTQVHJGyAnk/WLgrrGbw7xI/AAAAAAAAO9M/LHNSjTAjMSY0gXGjsMKYgt9Jvn6F2H4QACLcB/s1600/hscharacters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" border="0" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wTQVHJGyAnk/WLgrrGbw7xI/AAAAAAAAO9M/LHNSjTAjMSY0gXGjsMKYgt9Jvn6F2H4QACLcB/s640/hscharacters.jpg" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What a night!! What a day!! Day 2 at the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration was jam packed with magic everywhere we turned!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ivhl5IaDEZI/WLSYZ7SpDoI/AAAAAAAAO6c/uJ7UkmE0j049FwI7efDRSOiIaUY-vw8TgCLcB/s1600/disneysmmcday2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ivhl5IaDEZI/WLSYZ7SpDoI/AAAAAAAAO6c/uJ7UkmE0j049FwI7efDRSOiIaUY-vw8TgCLcB/s640/disneysmmcday2.jpg" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 2 Recap" width="452" /></a></div>Stay tuned for <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-celebration-day-3.html" target="_blank">Day 3</a>!!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: lora, serif; font-size: 16px;">I was invited to the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I paid a nominal conference fee to attend and received discounted & complimentary items from Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and their sponsors. I was not asked to write about my experience. All opinions are my own.</em></div><div><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: lora, serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></em></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-15481318059330415682017-03-01T16:36:00.000-05:002017-03-13T11:12:21.333-04:00Marvel Studios' GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 New Trailer and Poster<div style="text-align: left;">When I was at the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration last month, I got an inside look at <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/01/2017-walt-disney-studios-motion-pictures-slate.html" target="_blank">Walt Disney Studios 2017 Motion Picture Slate</a>. Today I am delighted to share the brand new trailer we previewed of <span style="font-family: inherit;">Marvel Studios' GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!</span> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/duGqrYw4usE" width="560"></iframe></div><br />Pretty great, right?<br /><br />Also, check out this new poster!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fYM0KOvnHgs/WLc-LbPRlAI/AAAAAAAAO88/IARpxgZV-cQmNbXQ57T3s6pZlqXa571yQCLcB/s1600/GuardiansVol258b64e2849b3d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Marvel Studios' GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Poster" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fYM0KOvnHgs/WLc-LbPRlAI/AAAAAAAAO88/IARpxgZV-cQmNbXQ57T3s6pZlqXa571yQCLcB/s640/GuardiansVol258b64e2849b3d.jpg" title="Marvel Studios' GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 Poster" width="432" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Like<b> GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2</b> on Facebook:<b> </b><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.facebook.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/&source=gmail&ust=1488486939021000&usg=AFQjCNH6NZ_BoSzuVuAQUpAPnZZrHW6s9w" href="https://www.facebook.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.<wbr></wbr>facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>guardiansofthegalaxy/</a><b></b><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Follow <b>GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2</b> on Twitter:<b> </b><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://twitter.com/Guardians&source=gmail&ust=1488486939021000&usg=AFQjCNGfteCmIm5W__ITYdyNB_tztdpQ-g" href="https://twitter.com/Guardians" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/<wbr></wbr>Guardians</a><b> </b> <u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Follow <b>GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 </b>on Instagram:<b> </b><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.instagram.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/&source=gmail&ust=1488486939021000&usg=AFQjCNG0EmMreF559tKZbGIJvSH83Qab1g" href="https://www.instagram.com/guardiansofthegalaxy/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.<wbr></wbr>instagram.com/<wbr></wbr>guardiansofthegalaxy/</a><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2</b> is in theaters <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1278992991" style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(204, 204, 204); position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">May 5th</span></span>! </span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-75976535217543413042017-02-28T07:48:00.000-05:002017-04-03T14:49:03.956-04:002017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration: Day 1 RecapI still cannot believe that the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration has came and gone already -- what a whirlwind of events!! I'm going to backtrack for a minute and tell you why this event was so special to me.<br /><br />While this was my very first time attending DisneySMMC, this was not my first invitation. In fact, I was invited in both 2015 and again in 2016. In 2015 I was in a severe <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2015/05/january-8-2015-crash.html" target="_blank">automobile accident</a>. I was non-weight bearing, in a hospital bed in my living room. I was recovering from 14 broken bones; including my neck. While I was SO honored to be invited, it hurt me so much to have to decline.<br /><br />In 2016 I was <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2016/03/what-being-invited-to-disney-social.html" target="_blank">invited again</a>! Although I was still recovering, I was okay enough where I would be able to attend. I was SO excited! Unfortunately a couple of weeks after I received my invitation, <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2016/04/and-it-all-comes-crashing-down.html" target="_blank">I re-fractured my left femur</a> due to a complication from my accident the year prior. I was crushed.<br /><br />Fast forward to this year. I honestly didn't think I was going to receive an invitation as I saw them rolling out. I was incredibly happy for my peers, however, it still hurt to start to realize that my dreams of attending DisneySMMC may not happen. I was so surprised, and grateful to receive <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/01/disney-social-media-moms-conference.html" target="_blank">my invitation</a> to this years conference early January. I could not RSVP fast enough!!<br /><br />Because I received my invitation later than most, I had just about one month to plan our trip. No problem for me! We decided to invite my parents along. They've been with us every step of the way these past two years, that it only seemed right they be there with us to celebrate.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2WghIGQnN00/WLNxEUhO8SI/AAAAAAAAO3c/FIO_B8L4fnQjPkfgdyjslb0zYqTAIfxxQCLcB/s1600/disneysmmcdayone.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Day 1 Recap" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2WghIGQnN00/WLNxEUhO8SI/AAAAAAAAO3c/FIO_B8L4fnQjPkfgdyjslb0zYqTAIfxxQCLcB/s640/disneysmmcdayone.jpg" title="2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Day 1 Recap" width="452" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was thrilled when the day finally arrived. February 7, 2017. This years celebration was held at Port Orleans Riverside Resort in Walt Disney World for two days, and then we would be whisked away for 3-nights onboard the Disney Wonder. This was the first EVER Disney Social Media Moms Land AND Sea Celebration -- and I was going!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was such a surreal moment for me arriving for registration at Port Orleans. Being there with my family, is a moment I'll always remember. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3p03zl6_xiI/WLQ33IY_tAI/AAAAAAAAO4g/tY3pYa3VpK8Ymu0V3V4mtQWJwx3MT_rCwCEw/s1600/IMG_4167.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3p03zl6_xiI/WLQ33IY_tAI/AAAAAAAAO4g/tY3pYa3VpK8Ymu0V3V4mtQWJwx3MT_rCwCEw/s640/IMG_4167.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" width="640" /></a></div>Once we were all registered, my parents took the boys to their hotel room and to explore the resort a bit. I had some "influencer only" events to attend! First up was a personal shopping experience with sponsor, Hanes. You can <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheMommaDiaries/videos/vb.221378097917579/1342761072445937/?type=2&theater&notif_t=like&notif_id=1491242867959234" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> to see my live unboxing video of the products I received. I promise it will make you laugh ;)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NzSLn3OargM/WLQ7ACoWu-I/AAAAAAAAO5Y/hXWowjiQYJguACK-3TUvLBjF6DYt2R26gCLcB/s1600/IMG_4168.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Hanes Oh So Light Comfort Bra" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NzSLn3OargM/WLQ7ACoWu-I/AAAAAAAAO5Y/hXWowjiQYJguACK-3TUvLBjF6DYt2R26gCLcB/s640/IMG_4168.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Hanes Oh So Light Comfort Bra" width="480" /></a></div>We learned about some of Hanes' new products, my favorite being the new Oh So Light Comfort Line. These bras were SO SOFT!! Hanes also had some yummy treats and mimosas for us to enjoy!<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-05cDwMtX6lk/WLQ9lw6cFhI/AAAAAAAAO5k/gOXf0ghIfiMSPGv4sqUv_G41xH1oZzTwQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4581.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Sponsor Hanes " border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-05cDwMtX6lk/WLQ9lw6cFhI/AAAAAAAAO5k/gOXf0ghIfiMSPGv4sqUv_G41xH1oZzTwQCLcB/s640/IMG_4581.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration Sponsor Hanes " width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</i></td></tr></tbody></table>After spending some time with Hanes, I decided to head back to our room to get ready for the night ahead. One of the most exciting moments for me was getting my official conference badge. After these hard two years, I was finally here.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WhvPGdr2rSE/WLQ32NMf30I/AAAAAAAAO4U/G1kl8hrN7LI5F5qvMRjn5AFlQ6XxhT51gCEw/s1600/IMG_4171.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WhvPGdr2rSE/WLQ32NMf30I/AAAAAAAAO4U/G1kl8hrN7LI5F5qvMRjn5AFlQ6XxhT51gCEw/s640/IMG_4171.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" width="640" /></a></div>After I got ready for our evening at Animal Kingdom, it was time to head to our private buses that would transport us to the influencer only event -- our families would meet up with us later. Our evening event was hosted by sponsor, GoGo squeeZ. It was held in the Festival of the Lion King Theater. Attendees were welcomed to this years celebration, and then we were welcome to network while we waited for our families to arrive.<br /><br />Pandora - The World of Avatar arrives at Disney's Animal Kingdom May 27, 2017. We got to see a diorama of Pandora, and I can tell you it's going to be spectacular!<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6X4UXeTlKLw/WLREASsa1iI/AAAAAAAAO50/7zUMBfZ-6iYtF84EwmlUWaMfisQzqAFqACLcB/s1600/IMG_4585.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Pandora The World of Avatar Diorama" border="0" height="426" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6X4UXeTlKLw/WLREASsa1iI/AAAAAAAAO50/7zUMBfZ-6iYtF84EwmlUWaMfisQzqAFqACLcB/s640/IMG_4585.JPG" title="Pandora The World of Avatar Diorama" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</i></td></tr></tbody></table>Our families arrived, and we were treated to a fabulous dinner, entertainment, and dancing! I was so happy to see my boys, but my sweet Avery was so, so tired. He's only 3-years old, and it was such a long day for him. He kept asking to go back to the hotel. My parents, being the amazing grandparents they are, offered to take him back while Jared and I stayed with Lincoln.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xfNsFm8KkZU/WLQ32eeaU6I/AAAAAAAAO5A/2l6tyMz1_Y4Nav05Fki_jahw1911xsGGwCEw/s1600/IMG_4175.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xfNsFm8KkZU/WLQ32eeaU6I/AAAAAAAAO5A/2l6tyMz1_Y4Nav05Fki_jahw1911xsGGwCEw/s640/IMG_4175.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" width="640" /></a></div>After enjoying some yummy food and dancing, it was time to head over to the amphitheater along Discovery River. We were going to be the first ever to see Animal Kingdom's new nighttime show, <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/rivers-of-light-debuts-at-disneys-animal-kingdom.html" target="_blank">Rivers of Light</a></b>!!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iKRrcdTJQB4/WLQ3gPa_YDI/AAAAAAAAO5A/PmExZslCojAsDyER_42IUcrTXAuGm3nowCEw/s1600/IMG_3235.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Animal Kingdom Rivers of Light" border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iKRrcdTJQB4/WLQ3gPa_YDI/AAAAAAAAO5A/PmExZslCojAsDyER_42IUcrTXAuGm3nowCEw/s640/IMG_3235.JPG" title="Disney Animal Kingdom Rivers of Light" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/rivers-of-light-debuts-at-disneys-animal-kingdom.html" target="_blank">Rivers of Light</a></b> was unlike any Disney show I've ever seen. It was beautifully breathtaking. Its combination of water, sound, and light will be unlike anything you've ever seen.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SNqmhKoBZ18/WLQ33jjSMgI/AAAAAAAAO5A/XdUTDq0Uo00zQDCPqhfwzzKkEAa-uEyJgCEw/s1600/IMG_4185.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Animal Kingdom Rivers of Light" border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SNqmhKoBZ18/WLQ33jjSMgI/AAAAAAAAO5A/XdUTDq0Uo00zQDCPqhfwzzKkEAa-uEyJgCEw/s640/IMG_4185.JPG" title="Disney Animal Kingdom Rivers of Light" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Lincoln loved the show as much as we all did. He happily snacked on a Mickey ice cream bar and declared this "<i>the best day ever!</i>" I couldn't agree more.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1le9t7w7ysY/WLRG-JtqHEI/AAAAAAAAO6A/dgGy7oifJJQKZwG3ekCEReyyZaQin7cwQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4180.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1le9t7w7ysY/WLRG-JtqHEI/AAAAAAAAO6A/dgGy7oifJJQKZwG3ekCEReyyZaQin7cwQCLcB/s640/IMG_4180.JPG" title="Disney Social Media Moms Celebration" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once we departed the theater, we had one more stop -- we witnessed the beauty of the Tree of Life Awakenings.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rcshE7uT9EY/WLRHUj3mtTI/AAAAAAAAO6I/eurnaaZytYscP3Ns1ZYsSfxkaR9FX3x2ACLcB/s1600/IMG_2864.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Awakenings" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rcshE7uT9EY/WLRHUj3mtTI/AAAAAAAAO6I/eurnaaZytYscP3Ns1ZYsSfxkaR9FX3x2ACLcB/s640/IMG_2864.JPG" title="Disney Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Awakenings" width="480" /></a></div>Disney's Animal Kingdom comes alive at night! With the Tree of Life Awakenings, <a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/rivers-of-light-debuts-at-disneys-animal-kingdom.html" target="_blank">Rivers of Light</a>, and Pandora opening soon, Animal Kingdom will be on a whole other level! This expansion brings so much more to this beautiful park.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-44N47iyrynM/WLRHUtx-vqI/AAAAAAAAO6E/PXoB-xv7WPY4LeqT-SNmAej0JNpBPmOagCLcB/s1600/IMG_2865.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Awakenings" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-44N47iyrynM/WLRHUtx-vqI/AAAAAAAAO6E/PXoB-xv7WPY4LeqT-SNmAej0JNpBPmOagCLcB/s640/IMG_2865.JPG" title="Disney Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Awakenings" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Rivers of Light and the Tree of Life Awakenings were the perfect end to the perfect evening. We headed back to Port Orleans. As excited as I was, I knew I needed a good nights sleep to get ready for even more magic <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/03/2017-disney-social-media-moms-day-2-recap.html" target="_blank">on Day 2</a></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: lora, serif; font-size: 16px;">I was invited to the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I paid a nominal conference fee to attend and received discounted & complimentary items from Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and their sponsors. I was not asked to write about my experience. All opinions are my own.</em></div><br />Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-58841101208974196022017-02-27T08:00:00.000-05:002017-03-13T11:13:33.381-04:00DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you've ever traveled on a <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/why-disney-cruise-is-ultimate-family-vacation.html" target="_blank">Disney Cruise</a></b>, you might be familiar with Fish Extenders (FE's). When I was first invited to the <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/01/disney-social-media-moms-conference.html" target="_blank">Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</a></b>, and found out it was both on land and on sea onboard the Disney Wonder, there became a lot of chatter about Fish Extenders. I had NO CLUE what one was -- honestly, I thought it was something you attached to a fishing pole, LOL. Boy was I wrong! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">WHAT IS A FISH EXTENDER?</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A Fish Extender can be anything. From elaborate hand-sewn FE's <a href="https://www.etsy.com/search?as_prefix=disney+cruise+fi&q=disney+cruise+fish+extender+pockets&order=most_relevant&view_type=gallery&ship_to=US&explicit=1&ref=breadcrumb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">on Etsy</a>, to a simple reusable tote bag. Its purpose is to hang from the Fish that is located outside your stateroom on your Disney Cruise. The Fish Extender acts as a mailbox of sorts to hold gifts from guests in your FE group. Guests onboard sign-up for Fish Extender Groups. Groups usually consist of 10 staterooms. If you have a Disney Cruise booked in the future, <a href="https://feshopinfo123.wixsite.com/feinfo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> to sign-up for a Fish Extender Group. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">WHAT GOES INTO A FISH EXTENDER?</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">That's really up to you! Do you enjoy making handmade gifts or would you prefer to purchase? The possibilities are endless. Some choose to give gifts to each individual in the stateroom, while others will give one stateroom gift for all to enjoy! On our cruise some of the gifts we received were photo frames, magnets, candy, coloring books and crayons, etc. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I enjoy DIY projects, so I decided to make our own Fish Extender! It was really simple, and I'm happy with how it came out. Want to make your own too? Here's how:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-g_iP8Gl4hcA/WLNCsyza08I/AAAAAAAAO2o/CwdKJb2wa-UZStgDDSDYg0yZKI19xAATQCLcB/s1600/fishextender1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-g_iP8Gl4hcA/WLNCsyza08I/AAAAAAAAO2o/CwdKJb2wa-UZStgDDSDYg0yZKI19xAATQCLcB/s640/fishextender1.jpg" title="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">MATERIALS NEEDED:</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://amzn.to/2l0GqXE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Hanging Wall Organizer</b></a> -- I loved this one, and you can't beat the price!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Fabric </b>-- I used a different piece of fabric for each family member based off our favorite characters.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://amzn.to/2lK9e5H" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>White Acrylic Paint</b></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2ldZg98" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fabric Glue</a></b> -- I found this to work better than a glue gun when adhering the fabric to the bins.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2mA63Lk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alphabet Stickers</a></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Ribbon </b>-- I chose coordinating colors that matched our fabric choices, as well as a thicker ribbon to hang the Fish Extender.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2mAagil" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wooden Circles</a></b> -- Either circles or ovals. I chose ovals for ours because of the length of our names.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">DIRECTIONS:</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">--Cut fabric to size of bins.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">--Use fabric glue to adhere fabric to each bin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">--Trim each bin with coordinating ribbon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">--Paint the wooden circles with 2-3 coats of white acrylic paint. Allow to dry.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">--Use alphabet stickers to spell out family members names.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">--Adhere wooden circles to each bin with hot glue.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">--Tie your thicker ribbon to the top of your Fish Extender.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">That's it! You're done!!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0-3Em_iMrNQ/WLNXua_PpkI/AAAAAAAAO3A/BHA7YfRm5gQn2vQvg3l-yqcFpEz6aZj1QCLcB/s1600/IMG_4301.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0-3Em_iMrNQ/WLNXua_PpkI/AAAAAAAAO3A/BHA7YfRm5gQn2vQvg3l-yqcFpEz6aZj1QCLcB/s640/IMG_4301.JPG" title="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We really enjoyed participating in our Fish Extender. While it was a ton of work for me, my kids loved it -- and that's what it's all about, right?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TdS6AJwbe30/WLNYNHggHBI/AAAAAAAAO3I/FwHUdbRIUF8wzi_NUmMDbPeH4Ukmz737gCLcB/s1600/IMG_3321.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TdS6AJwbe30/WLNYNHggHBI/AAAAAAAAO3I/FwHUdbRIUF8wzi_NUmMDbPeH4Ukmz737gCLcB/s640/IMG_3321.JPG" title="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" width="480" /></a></div>Lincoln and Avery loved arriving at our stateroom and having special surprises inside our Fish Extender! They also really enjoyed distributing our gifts to the other members in our group!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yR6r0q-XFrw/WLNYNJUFe7I/AAAAAAAAO3E/qqV_8JiB88oC9fsLJyk8XoYFNPwqf3fqwCLcB/s1600/IMG_3323.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yR6r0q-XFrw/WLNYNJUFe7I/AAAAAAAAO3E/qqV_8JiB88oC9fsLJyk8XoYFNPwqf3fqwCLcB/s640/IMG_3323.JPG" title="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I feel like it teaches kids something too. While they are receiving fun surprises, they're also sharing their own gifts with others. Teaching my boys kindness is so important to me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Have you participated in a Disney Cruise Fish Extender? Please <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/122089839879369151/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pin this image</a></b> below for later!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V0PEb7OnPB4/WLNCs_DfQnI/AAAAAAAAO2s/65sWgJbtAiwRQGEGz_PtGu52wu0FIPNyQCLcB/s1600/fishextender.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V0PEb7OnPB4/WLNCs_DfQnI/AAAAAAAAO2s/65sWgJbtAiwRQGEGz_PtGu52wu0FIPNyQCLcB/s1600/fishextender.jpg" title="DIY Disney Cruise Fish Extender, How to make a Fish Extender" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Looking for gift tags to attach to your Fish Extender gifts? <b><a href="http://www.themommadiaries.com/2017/02/disney-cruise-fish-extender-printable-gift-tags.html" target="_blank">Click here</a></b> for free printables!!</span>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-4067991024129211382017-02-22T09:44:00.000-05:002017-03-13T11:13:57.487-04:00BEAUTY AND THE BEAST -- Printable Coloring Pages!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Disney's live-action film, Beauty and The Beast will be released in theaters in less than one month -- March 17, 2017!! I cannot even begin to tell you the last time I was this excited for a movie!! Today I am delighted to share 10 beautiful coloring pages that are free for you to download and print! Share them with your favorite little ones -- or even take some time for yourself and color away!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2qyl2CPPcqA/WK2Y6VR_GVI/AAAAAAAAO1I/aU1ElCu62XINY5ot3OfvVeOJBQuG-6FRgCLcB/s1600/beautyandthebeastcoloringpages.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Beauty and The Beast Coloring Pages" border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2qyl2CPPcqA/WK2Y6VR_GVI/AAAAAAAAO1I/aU1ElCu62XINY5ot3OfvVeOJBQuG-6FRgCLcB/s640/beautyandthebeastcoloringpages.jpg" title="Beauty and The Beast Coloring Pages" width="454" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0Byux-aoW6Td3UzhaZG5HVEtFcGc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE to download and print all 10 Beauty and The Beast Coloring Pages!</a></b></div><br />When I was at the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration a couple of weeks ago, we were treated to an exclusive 8-minute sneak peek of Beauty and The Beast -- all I can say is, WOW!! It seriously gave me chills. It was just so, SO good!<br /><br />I am happy to share this clip from the film with you, featuring the "Belle" song.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nT1VQkTTT7M" width="560"></iframe><br /></div>You guys, Emma Watson can SING!!! That was only a glimpse of the 8-minute sneak we had the privilege to view.<br /><br />Also, enjoy this new featurette about bringing the film to life with never before seen interviews from the cast and filmmakers.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ow78zp30ioE" width="560"></iframe></div><br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Like <b>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST </b>on Facebook: </span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.facebook.com/DisneyBeautyAndTheBeast&source=gmail&ust=1487854965782000&usg=AFQjCNEZd-4HC2uX_mnjHRZiOi3IBgcGGQ" href="https://www.facebook.com/DisneyBeautyAndTheBeast" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>DisneyBeautyAndTheBeast</span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Follow <b>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</b> on Twitter: </span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://twitter.com/beourguest&source=gmail&ust=1487854965783000&usg=AFQjCNFZhyTq7T7In61v94XZ3ZEv_9ze9A" href="https://twitter.com/beourguest" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://twitter.com/beourguest</span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Follow <b>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</b> on Instagram: </span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.instagram.com/beautyandthebeast/&source=gmail&ust=1487854965783000&usg=AFQjCNFOYmU6g6DLif_Kh1wqU25sawPKoA" href="https://www.instagram.com/beautyandthebeast/" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.instagram.com/<wbr></wbr>beautyandthebeast/</span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><u></u><u></u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Visit the official <b><span style="color: black;">BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</span></b><span style="color: black;"> </span>website here: <span style="color: blue;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://movies.disney.com/beauty-and-the-beast-2017&source=gmail&ust=1487854965783000&usg=AFQjCNGYJgj3xtZKCEEP4wXoddiGgfowiQ" href="http://movies.disney.com/beauty-and-the-beast-2017" rel="nofollow" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">http://movies.disney.com/<wbr></wbr>beauty-and-the-beast-2017</span></a></span><span style="color: black;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"><b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> opens in theatres everywhere on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_666206506" style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(204, 204, 204); position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">March 17th</span></span>!</span></div>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-16497061179850445702017-02-21T09:55:00.002-05:002017-03-13T11:14:45.572-04:00Rivers of Light Debuts at Disney's Animal Kingdom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The highly anticipated <i>Rivers of Light </i>debuted at Disney's Animal Kingdom February 17th, 2017. However, attendees of the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration got an exclusive first-look of the nighttime show on February 7th, 2017! Being among one of the first to witness such a breathtaking masterpiece was incredible.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M4m-23kH8dE/WKorpDbpKGI/AAAAAAAAOyI/VwCFkOrkQ-ApR7AzIxl4FqbIoNpuY_rCQCLcB/s1600/rivers1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M4m-23kH8dE/WKorpDbpKGI/AAAAAAAAOyI/VwCFkOrkQ-ApR7AzIxl4FqbIoNpuY_rCQCLcB/s640/rivers1.jpg" title="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" width="602" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Beautiful. Stunning. Mesmerizing. Breathtaking. Spectacular. Magical. Sensational. Those are a few of the words that could be used to describe <i>Rivers of Light</i>. The 15-minute show celebrates the connection between animals and humans. The performance combines <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">live performers, floating lanterns, fountains, special effects and animal imagery projected on giant water screens. </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The combination of water, sound, and light will be unlike anything you've ever seen. It is truly only something that Disney could do.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uP7vftggNWQ/WKuEKb1hvTI/AAAAAAAAOzE/F_hWTfkM5v0c3f2ZoXWGCvlD6xbYPbhzgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4189.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uP7vftggNWQ/WKuEKb1hvTI/AAAAAAAAOzE/F_hWTfkM5v0c3f2ZoXWGCvlD6xbYPbhzgCLcB/s640/IMG_4189.JPG" title="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white;">Guests are invited to gather along the Discovery River in a 5,000-seat amphitheater. The sounds of animals are heard in the distance, as four beautifully illuminated Lotus flowers float across the water. You will be entranced in their sheer beauty as the water dances and changes colors. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Soon the storytellers will make their arrival aboard elaborate lantern vessels. Adorned in their intricate costumes they summon the animal spirits -- a Tiger, Turtle, Owl, and Elephant.</span></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RBkhBSqBZ54/WKuBsszSe9I/AAAAAAAAOyw/YAi0Z6KvfyIjm5JARa0h5_cTY-RZ-l6IgCEw/s1600/IMG_4589.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" border="0" height="426" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RBkhBSqBZ54/WKuBsszSe9I/AAAAAAAAOyw/YAi0Z6KvfyIjm5JARa0h5_cTY-RZ-l6IgCEw/s640/IMG_4589.JPG" title="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</i></td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3dr8fNSabhc/WKuE9fFYB6I/AAAAAAAAOzM/8EhJJhERa5cN8GMZ8ICU2Bkx9EHjlJRyQCEw/s1600/IMG_4586.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" border="0" height="426" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3dr8fNSabhc/WKuE9fFYB6I/AAAAAAAAOzM/8EhJJhERa5cN8GMZ8ICU2Bkx9EHjlJRyQCEw/s640/IMG_4586.JPG" title="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Guests are transported on a journey throughout Asian jungles, African savannahs, and parts of North America as the story is told. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While most evening shows at Disney typically end with a big BANG, <i>Rivers of Light</i> is different. It is more soothing, and like a sweet, yet powerful lullaby; making it a nighttime show all family members will love.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Gx0NNsKBbRY/WKxRUozz_3I/AAAAAAAAO0Y/6eRGnRSAoV0FgP7pdKLrbxFQrknboMiVwCEw/s1600/IMG_4587.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" border="0" height="426" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Gx0NNsKBbRY/WKxRUozz_3I/AAAAAAAAO0Y/6eRGnRSAoV0FgP7pdKLrbxFQrknboMiVwCEw/s640/IMG_4587.JPG" title="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Disney Social Media Moms Celebration</i></td></tr></tbody></table> <i>Rivers of Light</i> is now showing on select nights at Animal Kingdom. Fast Passes can be scheduled for this show, and I would highly recommend booking them at your 60-day mark window. Special dining packages at Tusker House and Tiffins that include reserved seating are available to park guests by visiting<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <a href="http://disneyworld.com/dining" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DisneyWorld.com/dining</a>. </span></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is a little preview for you to enjoy. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="true" allowtransparency="true" frameborder="0" height="315" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheMommaDiaries%2Fvideos%2F1289403824448329%2F&show_text=0&width=560" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="560"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I believe <i>Rivers of Light </i>is an incredible addition to Animal Kingdom's transition to a nighttime park. It is one of my favorite shows I've ever seen at Disney. I am looking forward to our next visit to witness this magic again. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D8GSGG_Jz6U/WKopem0MUuI/AAAAAAAAOx8/MfoAQRZGCLYz7yTDOVKpc07Gtw4ArnxxgCLcB/s1600/rivers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" border="0" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D8GSGG_Jz6U/WKopem0MUuI/AAAAAAAAOx8/MfoAQRZGCLYz7yTDOVKpc07Gtw4ArnxxgCLcB/s640/rivers.jpg" title="Rivers of Light Disney Animal Kingdom" width="322" /></a></div><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: lora, serif; font-size: 16px;">I was invited to the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I paid a nominal conference fee to attend and received discounted & complimentary items from Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and their sponsors. I was not asked to write about my experience. All opinions are my own.</em>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7369236428317067639.post-16874517701860346312017-02-19T08:00:00.000-05:002017-03-13T11:15:24.206-04:00Snacking Solutions For Busy Moms<a href="http://www.linqia.com/"><img style="background-image: url("http://linqia.ooh.li/disclosure/976388514.png"); background-repeat: no-repeat; border: none; display: inline-block; height: 50px; padding: 0; width: 400px;" /></a><br />Busy, Busy, Busy. That seems to be our family's motto. We always have something going on. Aside from my husbands crazy work schedule, and although I do not work outside of the home, I still have my fair share of appointments. And of course there's the kids. It seems like the older they get, the crazier their schedules become. Lincoln is 7-years old, and in the first grade. 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After our celebration on land, we embarked on Disney Cruise Line's newly reimagined vessel, the <a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ships/wonder/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disney Wonder</a>.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zmHfK9NOWP8/WKYDkVv-MBI/AAAAAAAAOrg/nqeQXL3yVwgTgm3jebiA10D5AE334gkzgCLcB/s1600/wonder6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Disney Wonder Cruise Ship" border="0" height="366" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zmHfK9NOWP8/WKYDkVv-MBI/AAAAAAAAOrg/nqeQXL3yVwgTgm3jebiA10D5AE334gkzgCLcB/s640/wonder6.jpg" title="Disney Wonder Cruise Ship" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Todd Anderson</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have never ever cruised before, and I'm told that since I've experienced the magic of a Disney cruise, no others will even compare! It's easy to see why. We were treated like royalty aboard the ship. The personalization and pure magic, is really only something that Disney can do.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So while this may have been my first cruise, it certainly won't be my last! In fact, we took full advantage of the onboard booking offer while we were on the ship. A Disney Cruise is the ultimate family vacation. Here's why:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Sail-Away Party</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Disney knows how to party! In fact, the party begins before you even leave the port! Literally the moment you walk onto the ship, you are transported into a magical world. Here we are being introduced, "<i>The Allen Family!!!</i>"</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-b_FW_14VdK4/WKYgbZEIA4I/AAAAAAAAOsc/LWbRekI0XAA40JmXv5CxRkq1nku7RI3vQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4591.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-b_FW_14VdK4/WKYgbZEIA4I/AAAAAAAAOsc/LWbRekI0XAA40JmXv5CxRkq1nku7RI3vQCLcB/s640/IMG_4591.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then it's time for the Adventures Away celebration! Enjoy a show on the upper decks featuring some of your favorite Disney characters, and get your boogie on! It is the perfect way to kick-off your vacation!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vVjhfOLcnVY/WKYjBFx2yHI/AAAAAAAAOsk/EejhkqZnX_EZReBisaIF8LHxjIq36SPkQCLcB/s1600/wonder12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Disney Cruise Adventures Away Party" border="0" height="426" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vVjhfOLcnVY/WKYjBFx2yHI/AAAAAAAAOsk/EejhkqZnX_EZReBisaIF8LHxjIq36SPkQCLcB/s640/wonder12.jpg" title="Disney Cruise Adventures Away Party" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Matt Stroshane</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Entertainment</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Entertainment aboard a Disney Cruise Ship is top notch. Our 3-night cruise included 3 different Broadway style shows each evening: <b><a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/golden-mickeys-show/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Golden Mickeys</a></b> -- a tribute to the enchanting movies of Walt Disney, complete with a Red Carpet. <b><a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/dreams-show/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disney Dreams</a></b> -- a musical about the power of dreams and family, featuring characters from all-time Disney classics. And <b><a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/frozen-musical/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Frozen, A Musical Spectacular</a></b> -- a full-length retelling of Anna and Elsa's <i>Frozen </i>adventures in Arendelle. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fU2p3QOnDiU/WKdr3qUCY_I/AAAAAAAAOtA/3aDLU8MHP0sV4LhqAJZwqm8Pb-DigBYqwCLcB/s1600/wonder.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Frozen, A Musical Spectacular, Disney Wonder Cruise Ship" border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fU2p3QOnDiU/WKdr3qUCY_I/AAAAAAAAOtA/3aDLU8MHP0sV4LhqAJZwqm8Pb-DigBYqwCLcB/s640/wonder.jpg" title="Frozen, A Musical Spectacular, Disney Wonder Cruise Ship" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Frozen was definitely our family's favorite show. It was exceptional. In fact, Avery keeps telling me, "Mommy, I miss Olaf!" Speaking of my little Avery, he sure loved eating his popcorn during the shows! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aXKOGcCipxc/WKdsgd8dcRI/AAAAAAAAOtE/OFPT0kdjQ74iaXL-pkAb1KuHZmF0SniSQCLcB/s1600/IMG_4366.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aXKOGcCipxc/WKdsgd8dcRI/AAAAAAAAOtE/OFPT0kdjQ74iaXL-pkAb1KuHZmF0SniSQCLcB/s640/IMG_4366.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>Dining</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Disney Cruise Lines are well-known for their signature dining. There are 3 main restaurants aboard the Wonder, and we were on a rotating schedule so we experienced them all. <a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/animators-palate-restaurant/" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Animator's Palate</a><b> -- </b>an innovative dining experience where you can watch Disney animated characters come to life before your eyes!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1jAi_e-YCBM/WKdvbKt3nZI/AAAAAAAAOtY/8F7whJWU-PQ4vrFdCIOQSr98ELyNut75QCLcB/s1600/animators-palate-restaurant-05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Animator's Palate Restaurant" border="0" height="360" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1jAi_e-YCBM/WKdvbKt3nZI/AAAAAAAAOtY/8F7whJWU-PQ4vrFdCIOQSr98ELyNut75QCLcB/s640/animators-palate-restaurant-05.jpg" title="Animator's Palate Restaurant" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/tritons-restaurant/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Triton's</b></a><b> </b>-- inspired by The Little Mermaid, here you can experience fine dining "under the sea!" While I loved the entertainment at Animator's Palate, Triton's is where I had my best meal. This beef tenderloin was incredible. YUM!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IcpN4Iv_8vM/WKdx8OcapfI/AAAAAAAAOtw/Uzqwk0hwaWYFMcZRPEY1_tpCb3jmgChcACLcB/s1600/IMG_4360.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IcpN4Iv_8vM/WKdx8OcapfI/AAAAAAAAOtw/Uzqwk0hwaWYFMcZRPEY1_tpCb3jmgChcACLcB/s640/IMG_4360.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And finally we also had the honor of eating at the Wonder's newest restaurant, <b><a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/tianas-place/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tiana's Place</a></b>, inspired by The Princess and the Frog. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hmOOqsfkqjs/WKdy_VPkFUI/AAAAAAAAOt8/BHJgbGvOaV8_1tCDFyhTCaqH0cOvEyYLACLcB/s1600/wonder1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Tiana's Place, Disney Wonder" border="0" height="426" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hmOOqsfkqjs/WKdy_VPkFUI/AAAAAAAAOt8/BHJgbGvOaV8_1tCDFyhTCaqH0cOvEyYLACLcB/s640/wonder1.jpg" title="Tiana's Place, Disney Wonder" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Matt Stroshane</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tiana's Place was so, so fun! It was like you stepped into New Orleans! It also has live jazz music that is sure to make you want to clap along to the beat. Tiana is also there to welcome her guests, and she is incredibly sweet. My favorite part of Tiana's place were the mouthwatering beignets! You'll want to make sure you save room for dessert!!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6ZSbzh2kUFs/WKdz53ystjI/AAAAAAAAOuE/bdYI4-O-ZHEP40Or3qbOKo6heNckjDmUACLcB/s1600/wonder2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Tiana's Place Beignets" border="0" height="426" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6ZSbzh2kUFs/WKdz53ystjI/AAAAAAAAOuE/bdYI4-O-ZHEP40Or3qbOKo6heNckjDmUACLcB/s640/wonder2.jpg" title="Tiana's Place Beignets" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: <span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Matt Stroshane</span></i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm serious. They melt in your mouth! For dinner they were served with a chocolate expresso dipping sauce, which was very good; however, I also had the opportunity to dine there for lunch and they were served with a vanilla dipping sauce. AMAZING!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They feed you very, very well onboard a Disney Cruise!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1OI9oZa55dw/WKd15ZHOH-I/AAAAAAAAOuU/YUbglZ2GsEEqCrumwjv0WgQO7PQMWSYlQCLcB/s1600/foodwonder.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1OI9oZa55dw/WKd15ZHOH-I/AAAAAAAAOuU/YUbglZ2GsEEqCrumwjv0WgQO7PQMWSYlQCLcB/s640/foodwonder.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Hospitality</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have never received such exceptional service in my life. You have the same servers throughout your entire dining rotation. They were phenomenal. They knew my kids names. They knew our favorite drinks. Our head server, Putu, knew my little Avery wanted his "Mickey ice cream" after each meal. He also brought Lincoln out some chocolate chip cookies for dessert, even though it wasn't on the menu! Putu also performed magic tricks for my boys each evening. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our stateroom host, Bam, was also spectacular. He made sure to make a point to check-in with us whenever he'd see us. He also made fun towel-shaped animals the boys enjoyed coming back to each evening. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9NAsvQ3hW28/WKd59WkylhI/AAAAAAAAOuo/LG6J9uw7OdMLSdFhgy9teG9RHKDWP7bNgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4419.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9NAsvQ3hW28/WKd59WkylhI/AAAAAAAAOuo/LG6J9uw7OdMLSdFhgy9teG9RHKDWP7bNgCLcB/s640/IMG_4419.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>chocolates before bedtime? yes, please!</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Pools</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I think Lincoln must have gone down the slide at the <b><a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/aqualab-pool/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AquaLab</a></b> 20 times on our first day. The AquaLab on the Wonder is a 1,800 square-foot water play space! Have little ones? No worries, Dory's Reef offers a designated splash deck for children ages 3 and younger.</span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xwf5U7YcFXE/WKd8h0zTGXI/AAAAAAAAOu4/IVgQJE6-V_4siVoBNZVSty9wd0vDxwttgCLcB/s1600/wonder5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Disney Wonder AquaLab" border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xwf5U7YcFXE/WKd8h0zTGXI/AAAAAAAAOu4/IVgQJE6-V_4siVoBNZVSty9wd0vDxwttgCLcB/s640/wonder5.jpg" title="Disney Wonder AquaLab" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Matt Stroshane</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Oceaneer Club and Lab</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I am typically not one to drop my kids off somewhere, but the <b><a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/oceaneer-youth-club/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oceaneer Club and Lab</a></b> are unlike any type of kids club I've ever seen! It is a multi-themed magical place for children ages 3-12. While Avery didn't participate in this, Lincoln did -- and he loved every second of it! While the Oceaneer Lab is about learning while having fun, the Oceaneer Club is pure Disney fantasy! There is always something exciting happening!</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lw88C_yqDyo/WKeTNZd2UoI/AAAAAAAAOvM/mcF9l1rhau8Mf5jtQdRokZiRj6_OHAciwCLcB/s1600/oceaneer-youth-club-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Disney Cruise Line Oceaneer Club and Lab" border="0" height="360" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lw88C_yqDyo/WKeTNZd2UoI/AAAAAAAAOvM/mcF9l1rhau8Mf5jtQdRokZiRj6_OHAciwCLcB/s640/oceaneer-youth-club-01.jpg" title="Disney Cruise Line Oceaneer Club and Lab" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">Castaway Cay (pronounced "Key")</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Disney's very own private island in the Bahamas, reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests. I have visited many beaches, and none of them compare to the beauty of Castaway Cay. The crystal clear turquoise ocean water was breathtaking. </span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QXdrvWRSVCs/WKYJKiFUaqI/AAAAAAAAOrw/karN9DAtLKUjpvEjulnRlh1bO7u42JSTACLcB/s1600/wonder13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="546" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QXdrvWRSVCs/WKYJKiFUaqI/AAAAAAAAOrw/karN9DAtLKUjpvEjulnRlh1bO7u42JSTACLcB/s640/wonder13.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Castaway Cay offers all you could ever imagine on an island. There is something to do for everyone. There are various Port Adventures like snorkeling, parasailing, and boat tours. Lincoln fully intends on parasailing on our next cruise. You have to be at least 8 years old, and he will turn that magic number come November.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LETcCFqgICw/WKYSsWTa4sI/AAAAAAAAOr8/ZYHxSc011uoqy4RX2iv7Vkwv9bI6atnTACLcB/s1600/IMG_4401.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LETcCFqgICw/WKYSsWTa4sI/AAAAAAAAOr8/ZYHxSc011uoqy4RX2iv7Vkwv9bI6atnTACLcB/s640/IMG_4401.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While we chose to stay on the Castaway Family Beach, Serenity Bay is an adult only oasis reserved for adults 18 years of age and older. If you have little ones and still want to relax at Serenity Bay, Scuttles Cove is a kids club supervised by Disney counselors. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MHI0Tv5Y5fo/WKYIPz-MGvI/AAAAAAAAOro/AnxDKDHFI4M6FEf6Gs9hs7MO1nTtKp7gACEw/s1600/wonder9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Castaway Cay Pelican Plunge" border="0" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MHI0Tv5Y5fo/WKYIPz-MGvI/AAAAAAAAOro/AnxDKDHFI4M6FEf6Gs9hs7MO1nTtKp7gACEw/s640/wonder9.jpg" title="Castaway Cay Pelican Plunge" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Matt Stroshane</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Pelican Plunge, a 2,400-square-foot floating platform is a water-play area featuring two twisting water slides. The entire family will enjoy playing in the refreshing lagoon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sWWA-lllKOo/WKYeP80EKUI/AAAAAAAAOsU/sre6UXM59xAPxykNlPwleJEAvTC1FBVPgCLcB/s1600/IMG_4397.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sWWA-lllKOo/WKYeP80EKUI/AAAAAAAAOsU/sre6UXM59xAPxykNlPwleJEAvTC1FBVPgCLcB/s640/IMG_4397.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While there is so much you can do on Castaway Cay, our family chose to mostly relax on the beach and play in the sand; all while taking in the breathtaking views.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-T7n3fNyQhQg/WKYIQFOghDI/AAAAAAAAOsM/qC13t-32myYA7d_GcDi8PGK0AcG5dRvdQCEw/s1600/wonder8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Disney's Castaway Cay" border="0" height="372" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-T7n3fNyQhQg/WKYIQFOghDI/AAAAAAAAOsM/qC13t-32myYA7d_GcDi8PGK0AcG5dRvdQCEw/s640/wonder8.jpg" title="Disney's Castaway Cay" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>photo credit: Todd Anderson</i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I so wish we had more time to spend on that beautiful island! But of course, there's always next time!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bjvtvEDNlHs/WKeULFgRWEI/AAAAAAAAOvY/xI6W3ovQxPkDI-WgA9XhuQIs7PXMgGqawCLcB/s1600/wonder14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Castaway Cay Family Photo" border="0" height="630" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bjvtvEDNlHs/WKeULFgRWEI/AAAAAAAAOvY/xI6W3ovQxPkDI-WgA9XhuQIs7PXMgGqawCLcB/s640/wonder14.jpg" title="Castaway Cay Family Photo" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Have I convinced you to start planning your very own Disney Cruise? I really cannot say enough wonderful things about our time spent aboard the Wonder. Like I said earlier, there are always special incentives when you book your next cruise while you're still onboard -- so we totally took advantage of that! I think it's safe to say we're a cruising family! </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Cg5CDlqMkIY/WKXp0BCzyZI/AAAAAAAAOrQ/wQ5-3VoQfLEqvxrbFP0u6Uqe7R0bevEewCLcB/s1600/whydisneycruise.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Why a Disney Cruise is the ULTIMATE Family Vacation, Disney Cruise Tips, Disney Cruise Review" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Cg5CDlqMkIY/WKXp0BCzyZI/AAAAAAAAOrQ/wQ5-3VoQfLEqvxrbFP0u6Uqe7R0bevEewCLcB/s640/whydisneycruise.jpg" title="Why a Disney Cruise is the ULTIMATE Family Vacation, Disney Cruise Tips, Disney Cruise Review" width="311" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/122089839879301063/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here to pin this image for later!!</a></i><b style="font-size: x-large; font-style: italic;"><br /></b></span></span><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><b style="font-size: x-large; font-style: italic;"><b style="font-family: inherit;">Have you gone on a Disney Cruise? Please tell me your experiences!!</b></b></span></span></div><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><b style="font-size: x-large; font-style: italic;"></b></span></span></td></tr></tbody></table><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></em><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a5a5a3; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 16px;">I was invited to the 2017 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I paid a nominal conference fee to attend and received discounted & complimentary items from Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and their sponsors. I was not asked to write about my experience. All opinions are my own.</em>Kaymeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005052632060016989noreply@blogger.com2