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Marvel’s The Avengers *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, April 30, 2012 by caryn Superheroes are all the rage, and with Marvel’s The Avengers set to assemble this Friday, my son and his friends are gearing up for what is projected to be one of the biggest opening weekends! I'm heading out to LA tonight to see a sneak peek of the film, and will have the 411 including my review later on this week. Here is a quick synopsis of the film: Based ... Read More » -
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iCapture: Disney’s Art of Animation Res...
Published on Sunday, April 29, 2012 by caryn So much of my love for Disney is tied to the films I've been watching with my family and my children for years. I've just spent four days in Orlando, attending the third annual Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. The invite-only conference brought together parenting bloggers from across the world to celebrate their love for Disney and their passion for this onli... Read More » -
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Extra Magic Hours at the Walt Disney World Re...
Published on Friday, April 27, 2012 by caryn For the first time in as long as we can remember, my husband and I are on a mini vacation without our kids. With just a long weekend to enjoy the magic at the Walt Disney World Resort, we're looking for ways to make the most of our short visit. There are a ton of benefits to staying on property, one of which is Extra Magic Hours. Guests staying at one of the Wal... Read More » -
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Five Compelling Reasons To See Disneynature C...
Published on Saturday, April 21, 2012 by caryn Fifty years ago, one million chimpanzees existed in the wild. Today, only a fifth of those still remain. That fact alone is compelling enough for me to see Disneynature's newest nature documentary film titled Chimpanzee. But the film is so much more than a visual documentation of the behaviors of these extraordinary animals. Behind every Disney film is a story, ... Read More » -
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Wild Africa Trek At Disney’s Animal Kin...
Published on Saturday, April 21, 2012 by caryn I want adventure in the great wide somewhere -Belle, Beauty and the Beast The past month has been quite the whirlwind. From shooting arrows in San Francisco to zip-lining deep in the wilderness of Kissimmee, I've definitely satisfied my craving for adventure. Last week, a group of 20 bloggers embarked on a series of nature-themed adventures in celebration of D... Read More » -
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Dr. Jane Goodall…On Inspiring Change
Published on Friday, April 20, 2012 by caryn "Just spend a little bit of time each day thinking about the consequences of the choices you make" -Dr. Jane Goodall She is considered to be the world's most prominent expert on chimpanzees and spent 45 years studying the species in Tanzania. Her institute has been innovative in establishing community-centered conservation and development programs in Africa. A... Read More » -
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The McClain Sisters Talk About Unity, Sisterh...
Published on Thursday, April 19, 2012 by caryn "Together we can do anything" -McClain Sisters, Rise As a little girl, I dreamed of having a sister...someone I could play dolls with and share my most intimate secrets with....someone who completed my sentences..someone who's ties ran deeper than the genes we shared. Last week, I sat and observed the breakout trio, The McClain sisters, as they talked about the i... Read More » -
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Disneynature Chimpanzee Premieres in Orlando
Published on Thursday, April 19, 2012 by caryn One million. That is the number of chimpanzees living in places like the Tai Forest off the Ivory Coast of Africa. Today, only one fifth of that number remain. Without intervention, this fascinating species could become extinct in certain parts of the world over the next two decades. Last week, I had the privilege of attending the red carpet premiere of Disn... Read More » -
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iCapture: Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort
Published on Saturday, April 14, 2012 by caryn Of all the parks at Walt Disney World, Epcot is the most unique, in my opinion. Visually the park is magnificent and each country is represented authentically. I'd love to wake up before dawn one day and photograph the park empty because of how rich and vibrant it is. I'm currently in Orlando, and since we had a "free" day today at the parks, I spent quite a bi... Read More » -
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An Inside Look At Pixar Animation Studios
Published on Thursday, April 12, 2012 by caryn I have this list...this list of things I want to accomplish in my life. It includes everything from writing a children's book to driving across the country. Surprisingly, I've checked some things off. Others seem so far out of reach. Despite the fact that I haven't updated it on this site, I have a journal where I'm constantly writing down new things I want to s... Read More » -
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Win a Seven Day Dream Vacation To Kissimmee, ...
Published on Thursday, April 12, 2012 by caryn Some of my most cherished memories were spent with loved ones across the world. From cruising the Mediterranean with my parents to moving halfway across the world to Europe as a newlywed with my husband, travel has been integral to expanding my world view on people and cultures. One of my favorite quotes is by philosopher and theologian St. Augustine. “The wo... Read More » -
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See Chimpanzee, Save Chimpanzees This Earth D...
Published on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Nicole. Congrats! I'm always thinking about what our family can do to be mindful of the environment and particularly purposeful about our actions during the month of April when we celebrate Earth Day. Apart from reducing your carbon footprint, there is something else you can do...something you may n... Read More » -
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Kinect Rush: Disney Pixar Adventure
Published on Monday, April 9, 2012 by caryn I remember when I was first introduced to Kinect for Xbox 360 and how difficult it was to get my head around the concept of controller-free gaming. I loved the idea and how innovative it was, but wasn't sure how that would translate into the gaming experience. We've had our system for 2 years and what I've found is that playing video games is an active, engaging exp... Read More » -
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Chuggington and Mega Brands Collaborate to Re...
Published on Thursday, April 5, 2012 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Addison Kat. Congrats! Much like my husband, my son is fascinated by how things work. He has actually pulled apart toys in the process, some of which could not be put back together. It comes as no surprise that my son's favorite toys are those that allow him to get creative. He enjoys the challeng... Read More » -
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Disney/Pixar To Release Brave…A 3D Adve...
Published on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 by caryn [caption id="attachment_31321" align="aligncenter" width="574" caption="Photo Credit: Disney/Pixar"][/caption] A female heroine with vibrant red ringlets...a fairy tale set deep in the Scottish Highlands...a quest to find the true meaning of courage... This is Brave. My passion for film and dream to visit the studio where some of our family's favorite animated film... Read More » -
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The Disney Store Celebrates It’s 25th A...
Published on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 by caryn This year, The Disney Store will celebrate 25 years of helping families continue to experience the magic of Disney. The look and feel of the stores have changed over the years, allowing families a magical, immersive experience that includes a theater where children can watch their favorite Disney characters, magic mirrors, and a RIDEMAKERZ section to customize and p... Read More » -
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Doc McStuffins Premieres On Disney Junior
Published on Friday, March 23, 2012 by caryn For the last year or so, both of my children have suffered from chronic ear infections. When you factor in my son's allergies and my daughter's slow weight gain during her first year or so of life, the result is that both of my children have been to the doctor a lot. As you can imagine, selecting a Pediatrician was difficult even before all of this. A child's doct... Read More » -
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In Theaters…John Carter
Published on Friday, March 9, 2012 by caryn Two weeks ago, I stood on the red carpet, mingling with journalists and celebrities, in anticipation of the premiere of John Carter. The film, which is based on the book A Princess of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs, opens in theaters nationwide today. Because film is one of my passions, I like to expand my repertoire of movie genres beyond romance, drama, action,... Read More » -
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The Birth of the Brand New Disney Baby! *Give...
Published on Monday, March 5, 2012 by caryn It probably wouldn't surprise you if I told you that as a young girl, I went through this stage where all I wanted to wear was Disney clothing. My favorite character was and still is Winnie the Pooh, and during my tween years, The Disney Store actually sold Classic Pooh clothing for young girls. I remember owning sweaters and even dresses that were printed or embroi... Read More » -
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Disneynature Set to Release Chimpanzee on Ear...
Published on Sunday, March 4, 2012 by caryn I've often been described as crunchy...especially given the fact that I'm from Southern California. If you've read my blog, you know that my journey to becoming more environmentally responsible was inspired by my children. No one person can do everything, but every person can do something and that is the philosophy that my husband and I try to live by. Some of the thi... Read More »
