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The Spring FabFitFun Box: Happiness on my Doorstep!

There’s nothing more fun than coming home to a surprise on your front doorstep! I I hadn’t even opened the Spring FabFitFun box yet and I was already smiling! The fact that the box, itself, had a beautiful design  I knew that whatever was inside, was going to be something special and just for me! spring-fab-fit-fun-box-doorstepspring-fab-fit-fun-box-2I’ll be honest here, I’ve never really had an interest in subscription boxes, mainly because I once signed up for one (insert name of company here) and I received a box full of things that I couldn’t even pretend to use! The FabFitFun box is a completely different story though! It’s the subscription gift box with full-size fashion, beauty and fitness products. I can see why it’s been endorsed by celebrities like Ashley Tisdale, Kim Zolciak and Bethany Frankel. It’s literally a box filled with fabulous! I loved the little magazine-style guide that came in the box, explaining the story behind each product and brand.spring-fab-fit-fun-box-guide Here are a couple of fun un-boxing “shorts” I made on my musical.ly account. If you want to see all of the contents of the box, just take a peek at these. (music credit: Ryan & Sharpay – “Fabulous” and Selena Gomez – “Who Says”)

Here are all of the fun contents I found in my Spring FabFitFun box:

  • ISH Contour Kit
  • Jook & Nona Tag Necklace
  • Marrakesh Argan & Hemp Oil
  • Jus D’Amour Bath Bomb Trinity
  • Keratin Gloves® and Socks
  • MakersKit Herb Garden Kit
  • Merrithew Yoga Mat Strap
  • Hello Legs Shaving Emulation Lotion
  • 31 Bits $25 Gift Card
  • Sterling Forever $30 Gift Card spring-fab-fit-fun-box-necklace

The FabFitFun box is seasonal so it comes out four times per year. Each box is $49.99 but has a value of over $200. Right now, when you sign up, you can get your first box for $10 off with the special code “TOPMOM“, which is just for my readers. Just enter the code at checkout. (This offer only good for new subscribers.) To sign up, go here. Also, when you get your first box, you must come back and tell me how you loved it! spring-fab-fit-fun-box-inspiration

 

I received promotional products in order to facilitate this post. All opinions are 100% my own.

 

 

NINJAGO® World is Now Open at LEGOLAND® California Resort

Have you gotten a chance to visit NINJAGO® World yet at LEGOLAND® California Resort, yet? Our family has been anticipating its arrival since the first official announcement back in September! legoland-ninjago-ninjaThe newly-themed area opened at the beginning of May and even includes a brand new attraction, NINJAGO The Ride! legoland-ninjago-worldTake a look at this video, highlighting the opening of  NINJAGO® World. It even includes footage inside the ride! (video credit: LEGOLAND California)

NINJAGO The Ride is the center of NINJAGO World where interactive experiences test guest’s creativity, speed, balance and agility.  It uses cutting-edge Maestro hand gesture technology, manufactured by Triotech, the world leader in media based interactive attractions, and enables guests to throw fire balls, shock waves, ice and lightning to defeat villains. Riders collect points for their training and battle efforts and scores are displayed when their quest is completed. Effects such as heat, smoke and wind are incorporated throughout the adventure, giving guests the ultimate interactive 4D experience. legoland-ninjago-world-lego-figuresTwenty-two new LEGO models  flank the new land, in addition to a new retail outlet, Wu’s Warehouse, which carries everything you might need to be a Ninjago ninja, regardless of your age or gender! legoland-ninjago-world-think-like-a-ninjaThe area also welcomed a new dining option for the hungry, Ninja Kitchen. LEGOLAND chefs put a special twist on Asian street food with Banh Mi sandwiches on fresh baked baguettes or steamed Bao Buns with crispy pork belly, lemongrass chicken or baked sweet chili tofu. legoland-ninjago-world-now-openNINJAGO World is included in admission to LEGOLAND California Resort. For more information, visit http://www.LEGOLAND.com or call (760) 918-LEGO (5346).

I received admission to LEGOLAND California Resort in order to write this post. All opinions are 100% my own. Video clip is property of LEGOLAND California Resort. 

Try a2 Milk® for FREE + Enter to Win a Trip to Australia

This post was sponsored by a2 Milk® as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.

I recently shared the news about my partnership with The a2 Milk Company™ and why I was so excited for the opportunity to be an a2 Milk® Ambassador.  If you aren’t familiar yet with  a2 Milk®, lean in, because you’re going to want to hear all about it!  Also, I’ll let you in on how you can try a2 Milk® for FREE! a2milkproductsmyglassLike so many others I know, I spent years as a self-diagnosed lactose-intolerant person because every time I’d drink milk, I’d have “tummy issues” afterwards. From early childhood, I was a milk lover and grew up drinking it every day. When I had to stop, it was truly heartbreaking for me. After reading an independent study that showed 25% of Americans have discomfort after drinking milk, I realized I wasn’t alone. (that’s a lot of people!) That same study also showed that only 5-7% of the population has been clinically diagnosed with a lactose intolerance medical condition though. a2-milk-cows

So why does this happen to so many people when they drink milk?
The “Post-Dairy Digestive Discomfort” is due to the A1 protein which is currently present in all conventional & organic milks on the U.S. Market. The a2 Milk Company™ has partnered with U.S. family dairy farmers in upstate New York and the Midwest to expand the specially selected a2 herd. a2 cows naturally produce milk free from the A1 protein. a2 Milk® only comes from these specially selected cows, ‘the way mother nature intended.’
a2_milk-2 (1)It’s now been a couple of months since my family and I began enjoying a2 Milk® in our home. I am so happy that I have the option to have milk again in my cereal, with toast, and in my morning coffee. As a mom, I am very concerned about what I serve my family, especially what my daughter is putting into her body. a2 Milk® is something I know won’t affect her in a negative way and I’m grateful for the option. a2-milk-products-all-varietiesRight now, you can try out a2 Milk® yourself for FREE through a receipt-redemption offer.. Just visit a select retailer that sells a2 Milk®!, purchase some, and visit their site here for details about their receipt-redemption offer. It’s really easy. Also, while you’re on the site, enter for the chance to win a trip to Australia courtesy of a2 Milk®! 

Have you had the opportunity to try a2 Milk® yet? If so, please share about your experience with me in the comments.

4 Reasons You Should Adopt Two Cats instead of One

I recently shared about our experience going through the adoption process when we adopted our cat, Lucy Belle. She is a beautiful Momma cat who has quite a back story, prior to our being her owners. pet-adoption-lucyAt the time we were looking to adopt her, we were really only looking to adopt one cat but ended up with two!  It seemed like like each time we’d visit another animal shelter or contact an animal rescue about an adoption, every volunteer we dealt with would tried to get us to consider adopting two cats together. It just wasn’t something we were interested in at the time. Well, I will totally admit now that they were all right! adopt-two-cats-togetherOnce we learned our soon-to-be-cat had a litter of kittens somewhere (they were being fostered elsewhere), we were beyond determined to adopt both the momma AND her female kitten. adopt-two-cats-lucy-belleAfter a lot of persistence, we finally succeeding in adopting her kitten too, Lilly Belle, about a week after we adopted Lucy. It was well worth the wait! adopt-two-cats-lilly-belleHere are 4 great reasons why YOU should consider adopting TWO cats instead of just one:

You’re saving an extra life!
If you look at the Big Picture, by adopting TWO cats, you are directly helping to alleviate the overpopulation of cats who are stuck in shelters and rescues.  Sadly, many of the ones in shelters even end up being euthanized because there’s just no space. You are literally saving another life when you adopt two. adopt-two-cats-heads-togetherThey’ll keep each other company.
I am totally guilty of running home right after work or cutting a night out short because I want to check on my cat. If you have TWO of them at home, they keep each other company and you won’t feel so much guilt. This is such an ideal situation. adopt-two-cats-snuggleThey’ll always have someone to play with.
Everyone knows you can’t play Hide-and-Seek or Tag with just one person (or just one cat)! These are just two of the games that cats love to play. If you have two, it makes it way easier for them to play. Humans are only fun to play with to a certain point, but felines can play all night long. (I know this from experience). adopt-2-cats-hide-and-seekadopt-two-cats-peekingYou cannot be considered a “Crazy Cat Lady” with just one cat!
Nowadays, having the title “Crazy Cat Lady” is a very prestigious one. However, you can hardly call yourself one if you have just one cat! I’d say it’s a two-cat minimum! adopt-two-cats-crazy-cat-ladyI’m joking about that last part, but you get what I”m saying! You should definitely consider adopting two (or more) cats! I can assure you that you won’t regret the decision! pet-adoption-no-real-reason-not-to-adopt
Have you adopted a cat or other pet? I’d love to hear about it! Share your experience with me in the comments.

Disney’s “Alice Through The Looking Glass” Now Playing at El Capitan Theatre Through June 12

Hollywood’s legendary El Capitan Theatre will present a special engagement of Disney’s “Alice Through The Looking Glass” from May 27 – June 12, 2016, in Dolby Vision™ 3D and Dolby Atmos®. disneys-alice-through-the-looking-glass-logo

Dolby’s breathtaking projection technology – 3D Dolby Vision™ – is a state-of-the-art laser projection system that delivers richer colors and distinctly brighter images while preserving deep and dark blacks. There is no better place than The El Capitan Theatre to return to the whimsical world of Underland and experience “Alice Through The Looking Glass”. Like Alice herself, El Capitan guests will be transported to a fantastical realm. Alice-Through-The-Looking-Glass-posterBefore the movie, guests at El Capitan will be immersed in the mesmerizing world of Underland in an all-new light and projection show. alice-through-the-looking-glass-before-the-show
See it FIRST at El Capitan
Also, on May 26, El Capitan guests will have the opportunity to be among the first to see the all–new spectacular adventure, “Alice Through the Looking Glass”, at a special opening-night screening at 7 p.m. featuring a costume contest, raffle prizes, and more! To purchase tickets, go herealice-through-the-looking-glass-2

Daily showtimes are 10 a.m., 1:10 p.m., 4:20 p.m., and 7:30 p.m., with a 10:40 p.m. on opening weekend (Friday through Sunday) and each Friday and Saturday during the engagement of the film. Tickets are on sale now, available at the El Capitan Theatre (6838 Hollywood Blvd.), online at http://www.elcapitantickets.com or by calling 1-800-DISNEY6. Special group rates for parties of 20 or more are available by calling 1-818-845-3110. Showtimes and dates are subject to change.
alice-through-the-looking-glass-tick-tock-tea-timeOn select dates, El Capitan guests may also enjoy Tick-Tock Tea Time at the Chado Tea Room in Hollywood, which includes tea sandwiches, desserts, teas and a surprise gift.  Advance reservations are required with the purchase of a movie ticket by calling (818) 845-3110.

Alice (Mia Wasikowska) returns to the whimsical world of Underland in Disney's ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS, an all-new adventure featuring the unforgettable characters from Lewis Carroll's beloved stories.

The El Capitan Theatre will also host a very special 2D Tiny Tot Tuesday every Tuesday at  10 a.m. during the run of ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS.  During these special screenings, parents and small children may enjoy the movie in a 2D tot-friendly way—with lights dimmed rather than out and reduced sound levels.

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This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own. Images and logos are property of Walt Disney Studios and El Capitan Theatre. 

{Giveaway} New Kate & Mim-Mim DVD, “Balloon Buddies,” Floats Onto DVD May 24

The popular series “Kate & Mim-Mim” is inspired by a real life little girl, “Kate & Mim-Mim” follows the fantastical adventures of five-year-old Kate, who, together with her toy rabbit Mim-Mim, travels to the fantasy world of Mimiloo where Mim-Mim comes alive as a larger-than-life playmate. In each story, Kate and Mim-Mim and their group of loveable friends discover exciting new places and set off on adventures, all in the hope of solving a puzzling problem Kate has encountered in the real world. kate-and-mim-mim-2Exploring themes of friendship, adventure, and problem solving, “Kate & Mim-Mim” encourages children to use their imaginations and work together, believing no problem is ever too big to solve! “Kate & Mim-Mim,” which recently launched its second season on Disney Junior, airs weekdays at 11:00 am. Beginning this fall, plush, dolls, figure packs, and role play products will be rolling out from global master toy partner Just Play. Penguin Young Readers, a division of Penguin Random House, is the North American publishing partner for the brand. Their initial line will launch in fall 2016 and they will offer young readers a variety of formats, including storybooks, leveled readers, e-books, doodle books and sticker books. Other licensed products include a digital app from A.C.R.O.N.Y.M. Digital (worldwide).

On May 24, a new DVD, “BALLOON BUDDIES will be released. This DVD includes fun-filled imaginative stories which feature Kate and Mim-Mim working to re-inflate a balloon tree, construct a castle out of beautiful fluffy clouds, and arrange a picnic with their Mimiloo friends in Happy Hallow. kate-and-mim-mim

The new DVD includes 3 stories: 
Balloon Buddies
Kate is making a balloon buddy for Mim-Mim and needs a big balloon. In Mimiloo, Kate, Mim-Mim and their friends find a balloon tree, but all its balloons are droopy. They must find a way to re-inflate the balloons for the big balloon parade, where Kate has a big surprise for Mim-Mim!

Cloud Castle
While cloud-gazing with Mom and Dad, Kate points to a cloud that looks like Mim-Mim, but Dad can’t see it. In Mimiloo, Kate, Mim-Mim and their friends pull clouds down from the sky to build a bouncy cloud castle. But problems arise when it starts floating away!

Clean Sweep
Kate is cleaning her room, but it’s taking forever! In Mimiloo, the gang wants to have a picnic, but their picnic basket is lost in a messy sea of Tack’s inventions. Tack hurriedly shoves his inventions into a shed, but the shed’s so full, it bursts, making an even bigger mess! The picnic fun is canceled…until Kate has an idea.

Have you watched “Kate and Mim Mim” yet? Which episode is your favorite? I’m also giving away one (1) copy to one of my lucky readers. If you’d like to enter the giveaway, please do so on the Rafflecopter below. Good luck!
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This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own. Cover art is property of FreMantle Media. 

Watch New Clips From Alice Through The Looking Glass + Free Coloring Sheets

Alice Through The Looking Glass is arriving in theatres everywhere on May 27th and the studio just released 2 new clips, as well as a bunch of free printable coloring pages and activity sheets!

Alice-Through-The-Looking-Glass-posterThe first clip is titled “Meet Young Hatter“. Watch it and you’ll see why:The second clip is titled “Save the Hatter“. Watch this:

Walt Disney Studios just released some free, fun printables for you to enjoy. Just click on the link below each one to print them out! Enjoy! alice-through-the-looking-glass-mad-hatter

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Click here to print out the “Through the Looking Glass” coloring sheets. alice-through-the-looking-glass-mazeClick here to print out the Mazealice-through-the-looking-glass-bookmarksClick here to print out the character bookmarks. (I recommend printing them on cardstock.) alice-through-the-looking-glass-spot-the-difference

Click here to print out the “Spot the Differences” pages.

So, what are you most excited about in “Alice Through The Looking Glass”? I can’t name off just one thing!

This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own. Images, clips, and printables are property of Walt Disney Studios. 

 

 

 

Watch the Trailer for Disney’s The BFG in Theaters July 1!

Who’s excited for The BFG? Based on the best-selling book by Roald Dahl, this film is set to hit theaters everywhere this summer, on July 1st! It’s directed by Steven Spielberg so we already know it’s going to be extra amazing!

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Check out the new trailer here:

It’s going to be a great summer! I can’t wait to see this on the big screen! Follow The BFG on Facebook  and Walt Disney Studios on Twitter and Instagram.

This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own. Images and clips are property of Walt Disney Studios. 

Imperial Highway Animal Clinic to Host Its First Annual Yorba Linda Pet Fair on 5/22

The cat’s out of the bag! Imperial Highway Animal Clinic is calling all pet-lovers to attend its first annual Yorba Linda Pet Fair, which will take place on Sunday, May 22 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. imperial-highway-animal-clinic
The event will be one-of-a-kind, offering both medical services for animals as well as an afternoon full of pets, food and fun. It will provide locals with the opportunity to get connected with their community animal clinic and enjoy themselves while also contributing to a good cause. The Yorba Linda Pet Fair will provide visitors with a chance to meet some adoptable pets, cash in on discounted vaccinations, visit with dog trainers, and even a few pet vendors. There will be a dog wellness seminar held at 11:00 a.m. and at 2:00 p.m. and children can have their photo taken with an Alpaca who will be joining the fun as well.

YorbaLindaPetFair1 (1)Some local animal rescue groups and pet-related businesses will partner with the Imperial Highway Animal Clinic to share information on pet wellness for those already in homes, as well as raise awareness for those pets who need new homes. All proceeds from the event will go to participating rescue groups.

The number of shelter animals continues to grow each year.  Just over half of all shelter animals in Orange County are able to find new homes and our goal is to increase that number by raising awareness in hosting a fun, charitable event like the Yorba Linda Pet Fair”. – Dr. John Adam, DVM, CBA, Owner and President of Imperial Highway Animal Clinic

This year’s list of participating sponsors include:
Vendors:

  • K9 Swag
  • Paws for the Day
  • I Pitty the Bull
  • Margo Perryman, dog trainer
  • Clowning Creations by Wendy

Rescues:

  • German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County
  • Bichon Rescue of Orange County
  • 4 Life Animal Rescue
  • Helping Herders Rescue
  • K9 Kismet

Tacos and hot dogs will also be available for purchase at the event, with some of the proceeds going towards a few local dog shelters.

For more information about the event, please call (714) 996-7610 or visit here.

This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own. Images and photos are property of IHAC.