2018-10-02 02:23
Marvel Studios' Ant-Man & The Wasp is available on digital 10/2 and Blu-ray, 4K Ultra HD on 10/16. I so can't wait for a family movie night in!I really liked the first Ant-Man film… Read More
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2018-09-06 20:47
Recently, I received an advanced behind-the-scenes look at Disney On Ice's newest production, Mickey’s Search Party. While I've been to four previous Disney on Ice shows, thi… Read More
2018-09-06 01:17
No Fear of Missing Out Here!Sure, it's fun to find the hidden Mickey's throughout the park, but how about the Disney Walls? I brought different changes of clothes and went on the hunt during… Read More
2018-08-20 19:23
It’s fun being a tourist in your own town sometimes. Before school started for my boys, we spent some quality fun time together during an overnight getaway at IHG Staybridge Suite… Read More
2018-08-09 17:18
National Parks & Animal ViewingTanzania is a large country, and over 38% of its surface is dedicated to wildlife protection in its 16 national parks. Yes, 16! It is also home to the Sere… Read More
2018-08-02 19:37
We've been doing a lot of road trips this summer and now that we no longer have a minivan (holla! 🙌) we need to work harder to keep the boys entertained during our rides.While i… Read More
2018-07-13 13:09
Mr. Big: We're getting married. Should we get you a diamond?Carrie: No. No. Just get me a really big closet. ~Sex and the CitySeriously, who doesn't wish they had a custom walk-in close… Read More
2018-06-14 19:35
Getty Images | EyesWideOpenThe Bahamas are a dream destination for many, you picture big yachts, big parties and more fun than you have time for and Exuma, which is part of the Bahamas has a… Read More
2018-05-29 18:52
This is just one of its 1000+ bridges and 165 canals in AmsterdamVIP Tips for What to Eat, Drink and See in Amsterdam Amsterdam - “the Venice of the North” - both the capita… Read More
2018-05-28 23:57
Even before kids, I've never been one for a bikini, preferring one-piece suits that can both lift and suck me in, lol.Finding flattering and stylish one-piece bathing suits though hasn't bee… Read More
2018-05-07 17:29
BRAVO Cucina Italiana is a “polished casual” restaurant offering classic Italian food The Perfect Girl's Night Out or Date NightSpring is the ideal time to try something new… Read More
2018-05-02 18:17
High Tea Rooms in SWFLWisteria Tea Room, Fort MyersA charming tea room in downtown Ft. Myers housed in a 1919 bungalow offers afternoon tea from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily except Sundays. Reser… Read More
2018-04-28 02:24
Love seafood? Me too! Celebrate the greatness of fish at one of my favorite restaurants, BRIO Tuscan Grille this spring for lunch and dinner and experience their new Seafood Celebration menu… Read More
2018-04-25 23:54
Custom-built Pie Five PizzasPicky pizza lovers in the Fort Myers-Naples area are in luck! Dallas-based Pie Five Pizza Co., known for its customizable craft pizzas, is now available in Estero… Read More
2018-04-24 13:00
Hopefully, you are preparing Mother's Day ideas for every superwoman on your list: your mom, maybe your daughter who’s also a mom, your mother-in-law, your grandma, your neighbor who&r&hell…Read More
2018-04-17 23:33
A passion project is something you work on (often outside of your chosen career path) that gives you satisfaction, happiness and puts you into a state of flow. It's what you do to… Read More
2018-03-14 14:34
During this year's Disney's Social Media Mom's Celebration and Conference, we saw an extended sneak peek of Disney's A Wrinkle in Time. I didn't read the book, so I wasn't familiar with this… Read More
2018-03-02 19:16
Two steps forward, two steps back.Making some headway and then a road block. No matter how much I do or try, it doesn't seem to be enough. Good enough, sure, but not enough.Just when I'm fee… Read More
2018-02-28 02:23
Are you heading on Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream ship? Lucky you! Below are some can't miss activities, helpful tips and useful insider secrets to wow your friends and family during your… Read More
2018-01-24 16:29
Florida might be known for its craft beer breweries, but it also has its share of craft rum distilleries too. Really good ones.Why? Like Caribbean rum, the sub-tropical temperature is ideal… Read More
2018-01-08 15:50
Cruises get a bad rap when it comes to food and gaining weight. People often joke that you come off weighing more than you did when you went on.You may be picturing cattle lines to the buffe… Read More
2018-01-05 01:56
I don't know about you, but I find it a struggle to get my boys to eat meat. Fortunately, I've found the following five easy to add products to their meals to pick up the slack without much… Read More
2017-12-19 18:28
Sound familiar? It's 5 a.m., not a creature was stirring not even a mouse. You have another hour of sleep available, but you bolt upright in bed. You forgot to move the damn Elf on the Shelf… Read More
2017-12-05 14:05
At BRIO Tuscan Grille it’s the season to gather, give, and taste!This month, BRIO is offering a special festive menu with unique holiday drinks, giveaways, and other extras for the hol… Read More
2017-12-04 16:04
Are you having trouble finding the perfect gift for the dapper bro in your life?The following list has your guy covered from head to toe.Gift Guide Ideas for Dapper Bros Under $50Boondocks A… Read More
2017-11-09 14:39
My boys are turning five next week! *my mind is blown*We figured a great way to celebrate the milestone would be to upgrade their bedroom with bigger boy furnishings.They have been in t… Read More
2017-11-06 20:24
With all the targeted Pinterest ads, blog posts, and fashionable photos on Instagram featuring Tieks colorful ballet flats, I've long had Tieks envy.However, the $175 starting price alw… Read More
2017-10-15 18:53
Guests can step into the heart of Africa at the magnificent Walt Disney World deluxe resort, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge in Orlando, Florida. Its horseshoe-curved design provides spectacul… Read More
2017-10-06 19:24
It's no secret that Halloween is my favorite holiday. Lucky for me, I live on a street that takes the holiday serious as well. People decorate over-the-top like at Christmas time. We're defi… Read More
2017-09-17 21:17
The hurricane that is and not my husband’s aunt Irma.As I watched the eye of the storm go over Naples and our community on CNN these are some of the lessons learned from my first hurri… Read More
2017-07-31 14:49
Between blogging here, attending conferences, writing for HuffPost Travel and TravelingMom.com, I obviously find myself traveling quite a bit. Yet, no matter the destination I pack the… Read More
2017-07-07 00:17
Pandora – The World of Avatar immerses guests in a mystical world of massive floating mountains and breathtaking rides in the entirely new land found in Disney’s Animal Kingdom a… Read More
2017-07-03 14:11
Living with BoysBeing in a house with boys means I'll often sit down in the bathroom and after it's too late, I'll see this:An empty toilet paper holder. Sometimes, they are nice and will… Read More
2017-06-20 15:34
Each morning, I transport to an exotic place, simply by sipping from my tea cup. Thankfully, with sites like Adagio Teas, I'm able to buy loose leaf tea from around the world with at click o… Read More
2017-06-15 19:31
Bonefish Grill recently remodeled their Bonita Springs (26381 S Tamiami Trail) location with warm earthy tones and a sleek interior design. We went to check it out and as always were not dis… Read More
2017-05-31 17:50
I hosted a fun mommy & me meet-up recently at Delicious Raw juice bar in Naples, Florida.While sipping a yummy drink called Glow Raw (Carrots, Pineapple, Ginger, Parsley, Aloe, Coco… Read More
2017-05-31 00:44
Just in time for Father's Day, Hanes is introducing ComfortBlend Superior Softness Undershirts — now with Modal fabric.The brand has taken its ComfortBlend fabric and added the sm… Read More
2017-05-26 03:00
On date nights, Raphael and I like to head to Downtown Naples' 5th Avenue, which has many luxury restaurants, but not all are worth the prices or withstand the hype. Fortunately, the recentl… Read More
2017-05-19 02:50
As a fan of Dolly Parton’s music and movies as well as being a theme park aficionado, I’ve always wanted to go to Dollywood, but with living up North I never had the opportunity… Read More
2017-05-17 02:21
While at the amazing blogging conference Mom 2.0 Summit I had the chance to interview actor Barry Watson.Known for his roles on 7th Heaven, What About Brian and Samantha Who? Barry… Read More
2017-05-04 19:36
I recently attended the Noisiest Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Ever! Instead of snipping a traditional bow, Orchard Supply Hardware sawed a board in half to celebrate the grand opening of their 30… Read More
2017-05-02 13:38
I love being introduced to new products with subscription boxes and I love quality loose leaf tea, thus my delight in discovering Sips by.Sips by boxes feature samples of loose leaf teas fro… Read More
2017-04-26 03:10
Heading over to the other coast of Florida for a Lunch & Learn event in Miami with Techlicious and Consumer Tech Association, a group of 25 bloggers and I gathered to discuss h… Read More
2017-04-21 13:32
I'm excited to share that I now have a new part-time gig as a Multimedia Journalist for the new E.W. Scripps publication HelloSWFL.com :)I'll be covering the parenting beat for the loca… Read More
2017-04-13 13:30
Looking back on when we were potty training our twins these were the items that we found to be the most helpful. I would highly recommend these to other parents, some we still use even now t… Read More
2017-04-10 13:45
Today, my dad would have turned 63, yet he never saw his 46th. This year though marks another milestone. And I think it deserves its own line. Wait for it ...I have now lived the same amount… Read More
2017-03-22 02:13
Whenever I have a friend visiting me, I love taking them over to the high-end Waterside Shops in Naples to ogle the Louis Vuitton purses in the store window and have lunch al fresco at… Read More
2017-02-27 18:50
Forget 50 Shades of Grey, Twinings now offers 3 new steaming hot flavors of Earl Grey tea that are sure to satisfy. Sorry, couldn’t help but play with the innuendos there ;)It’s… Read More
2017-02-21 14:30
We recently checked out Naples’s newest restaurant, Metro Diner, offering classic comfort food with flair. The new eatery opened January 31 in the shopping plaza by Off the Hook Comedy… Read More
2017-02-20 20:03
15 VIP Tips for the Disney Wonder Download App Prior to Boarding - The Disney Cruise Line Navigator is a free app that helps you navigate the ship, see the ship schedule and text w… Read More
2017-02-13 18:39
During this year's Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, I received a sneak peek at the upcoming 2017 Walt Disney Studios' movie releases. Here's what's coming to theaters soon and what… Read More
2017-02-01 03:04
I've done the gag gifts, the romantic ones, but now that we're a little older like fine wine, I'm opting for a more refined Valentine's Day gift giving this year.Your guy will love these fas… Read More
2017-01-26 22:45
Sometimes you just need a big juicy burger and thanks to BurgerFi in Naples you can eat one that not only tastes great, but is made from 100% all-natural Angus beef patties that are hormone… Read More
2017-01-23 03:40
(PHOTO / LEGOLAND Florida, Merlin Entertainments Group, Chip Litherland)Tips for Going to LEGOLAND FLORIDA with Young KidsMy boys have always been obsessed with building and blocks, but now… Read More
2016-12-16 17:44
A Few of My Favorite ThingsBesides the office grab for over 10 years now, I have participated in a holiday gift exchange with a bunch of girlfriends scattered across the country. This year… Read More
2016-12-14 19:09
Holiday Gift Guide for PreSchool Boysa.k.a what my 4-year-old twins are getting (shhh!)Hot Wheels 7” Tablet Powered by Nabi The Hot Wheels 7” Tablet Powered by Nab… Read More
2016-11-30 22:19
Are you hosting a holiday party this year? We are fortunate to have family visiting this Christmas, so I'm stocking up on some munchy hosting essentials. Nothing like a holiday cheese board… Read More
2016-11-15 21:25
During my twins first year, I depended on my local grocery delivery service in Connecticut. Trying to bundle up two infants and lug two car seats into the store was my nightmare. Never… Read More
2016-11-07 14:04
Just before Halloween my family had the fun treat of heading to Jamaica for the 3rd annual Beaches Moms Social Media on the Sand conference, this time held at Beaches Resorts Negri… Read More
2016-10-17 13:08
Over the weekend, I did a quick trip to The Big Easy to present my Social Media Hacks to authors in the Southern Louisiana Chapter of Romance Writers of America.After the sess… Read More
2016-10-11 13:16
"Menstrual Cups?! Have you dared to try one?" that was the subject line standing out in my inbox last month. I had NOT dared, but it's been something I've been considering for some time now… Read More
2016-09-29 19:23
With my boys putting in a full day at preschool an important daily ritual for us after is providing them with a healthy after school snack before dinner to replenish them. They are always s… Read More
2016-09-26 15:20
When we lived in New England we would go apple picking every fall, but now that we are in Florida we attend Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom as our new autumn family tr… Read More
2016-09-19 17:15
Even before we moved down to Naples full-time we would dine at BRAVO! Cucina Italiana! in the Mercato when we would come to visit. Their outdoor dining and happy hour menu (weekdays from 3:3… Read More
2016-09-17 02:20
Last Fall, I eagerly blogged about an amazing new app that was still in beta called Chuze, a free shopping list app that rewards users with coupons and organizes your shopping list by aisle… Read More
2016-09-07 17:01
Did you know indoor air can be 5x more polluted than outdoor air, even in the most polluted cities?! You can improve your home’s air quality by removing harmful toxins with these three… Read More
2016-08-26 16:09
Our first Disney Cruise and cruising with toddlers / prek kids on Disney Dream.Disney Cruise with ToddlersGrowing up I had went on three memorable cruise ships with my father. We even sailed… Read More
2016-08-16 17:31
A fun thing about moving to Florida has been discovering the different state chains that aren't offered up North. Since moving down here, we have been enjoying Duffy’s Sports Grill, Fl… Read More
2016-07-27 13:45
Source: PDQYou might think it's just another Wednesday, but today is also National Chicken Tender Day (July 27).In honor of this very delicious day, PDQ, which stands for People Dedicat… Read More
2016-07-25 15:06
LeapStart Learning SystemI'm always looking for age appropriate learning tools for my twins as they continue to discover and grow.As a LeapFrog Mom Squad member, we recently tested out their… Read More
2016-07-20 15:12
After 11 years of blogging, I’m comfortable with typing up a post. I LOVE twitter. Obsessed with Instagram, even though I wish I was a more skilled photographer. I kinda hate Face… Read More
2016-07-19 18:32
For the last three years, I have been attending the annual Blogger Bash conference in Manhattan. This summer however, it was on a boat! Check out the highlights below from the celebrities th… Read More
2016-07-08 14:05
This post was sponsored by P&G as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review. Thanks for the fun!P&G Household… Read More
2016-06-17 14:45
Before the boys came into the picture, I would only do our laundry once a week ... if that, now every other day. Ugh!Since I always used dryer sheets, I figured liquid fabric softener was re… Read More
2016-06-15 15:48
Applebee’s recently unveiled its new American-made, wood-fired grills as the centerpiece of nearly 2,000 U.S. locations, inviting guests to follow the enticing aroma of American Oak sm… Read More
2016-06-07 16:27
Silverspot Cinema at the Mercato in Naples has launched “Mommy’s Morning Movies,” a special program geared to moms with babies and tots to enjoy a discounted movie together… Read More
2016-06-03 21:56
National Donut Day is Friday, June 3, but I got to celebrate the sweet occasion a little early thanks to Dunkin’ Donuts of Southwest Florida, which invited local Ft. Mye… Read More
2016-06-01 15:39
FREE Dunkin Donuts on National Donut Day National Donut Day is Friday, June 3, and Dunkin’ Donuts is ringing in the day in a most delicious, delightful and delectable way, of… Read More
2016-05-26 00:53
The other night I was invited to a media dinner at the brand new Zaxby's location in Ft. Myers by FGCU and Gulf Coast Town Center.Having been around for 25 years and with almost 800 location… Read More
2016-05-24 16:15
At the beginning of the year, President Barack Obama signed into law a Microbead-Free ban prohibiting microbeads in US beauty products.What is a Microbead?A microbead is any solid plast… Read More
2016-05-16 18:19
America’s own Bigelow Tea since 1945 (now under third-generation family leadership) is adding to its vast repertoire of teas with the launch of a new line of premium craft-blend teas … Read More
2016-05-12 22:25
Last September, my family and I had the amazing experience of traveling to the all-inclusive Sandals Beaches Resort in Ocho Rios Jamaica with Funjet Vacations.Instagram @FunJetVacations… Read More
2016-05-11 13:12
For our three hour road trip to Orlando for the annual Traveling Mom retreat, I was given the chance to test-drive and review the 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum.I am by no means a car expert, b… Read More
2016-05-10 15:47
2016-05-10 15:47
Happy Spring everyone! I'm in love with this easy Easter spring time bouquet centerpiece! Just seeing it on my kitchen table makes me smile and the room more festive.Here's how to do it:Firs… Read More
2016-05-10 14:45
The Dream: Being an avid reader, I have always dreamed of an at-home library. Nothing grand like in Beauty in the Beast (I wish!), but a sunny reading area with built-in bookshelve… Read More
2016-05-02 00:34
To make a long post short, pretty much everything!Yes, the waters are really this blue, no filter needed.Thanks to Beaches Moms Social Media on the Sand conference, this was our second time… Read More
2016-04-29 02:17
After 11 years of blogging, I’m comfortable with typing up a post. I LOVE twitter. Obsessed with Instagram, even though I wish I was a more skilled photographer. I kinda hate Face… Read More
2016-04-15 15:31
With the Blu-ray release of the final installment of the franchise, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 (now available on Digital HD too), I now own the complete series. Personally, I love… Read More
2016-04-01 17:09
Since moving down to Florida and it's balmy weather, my hair went from New York sleek to Hermione the early years.A year later, I've finally figured out how to manage it without needing… Read More
2016-03-29 15:18
I recently had the opportunity to share this super easy slow cooker recipe on FOX 4's The Morning Blend here in Southwest Florida. It was live, so I was a bit nervous. We also filmed two oth… Read More
2016-03-29 15:16
This week I was welcomed back to FOX 4's The Morning Blend studio here in Southwest Florida to film two more Mom Squad segments. Among the spots, I did another… Read More
2016-03-24 16:04
Being new to Florida, I haven't made too many mom friends yet. To be honest though, even before we moved, I didn't have many friends with children. To make more of an effort though, I joined… Read More
2016-03-21 03:24
Disney On Ice presents Frozen Presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt is performing at the Germain Arena in Estero/Ft. Myers March 17-20 and hopefully to a city near you soon. We took… Read More
2016-03-14 00:46
I think I have a problem. I've become such a tea snob. I'm obsessively collecting quality loose leaf tea. I now have a full cupboard with three shelves of air-tight tins containing my precio… Read More
2016-02-08 18:24
Have you noticed that guys are wearing some cool looking socks lately? Grab a pair or three for his wardrobe at Gilt. I'm loving these multicolored Happy Socks (3 pk) Gilt Price: $19. Severa… Read More
2016-01-22 17:52
Queue the Talking Heads song "How did I get here?"... And you may find yourself behind the wheel of a large automobile ...OMG I am now the owner of a 2015 Toyota Sienna XLE mini van and… Read More
2016-01-14 18:52
At just three years and one month into my sister Serina's life, it ended. My parents lost their first born when tragically their cautious three-year-old suddenly chased after her dog and was… Read More
2015-12-01 19:17
My boys turned 3 last week!Wow, I have two three-year-old boys. When did that happen?! Everyone kept annoyingly telling us that it goes by so quickly, but during that first crazy year w… Read More
2015-11-18 04:18
While Walt Disney World is always magical, there's something even more magical in the air there during the holidays. Before moving to Florida I thought Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party&nb&hell…Read More
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