One of the highlights of Hollywood Blvd is the El Capitan. It has been there since 1926!! Originally set up for plays this has been a "go-to" spot for entertainment for almost a full century. Crazy, right?! The first 15 years were purely stage shows, with the first movie premiering at the El Capitan being Citizen Kane in 1941. … [Read more...]
Gwyneth Paltrow RAPS while she Cooks! Exclusive Interview! #IronMan3Event
Disclosure: Disney and Marvel sponsored my travel, accommodations and activities for this trip to LA and Gwyneth Paltrow gave us copies of her cookbook. As always — my opinions and statements on the blog are my own! Besides being absolutely incredible as Pepper Potts in the Iron Man movies, Gwyneth Paltrow is first and foremost a Mom. I really … [Read more...]
Occasional Sleeplessness?! Try ZzzQuil! #ZzzQuilNight
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of ZzzQuil for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. MOST of the time I don't have trouble falling asleep but when there is a lot going on in my life, there are times when I want to "shut down" before my mind does. There is nothing worse than laying in bed with your … [Read more...]
Happy Mother’s Day from Monster’s University! #MonstersUEvent
Anyone else getting excited for the new Monsters movie?!?! Monsters University is coming to theaters nationwide June 21st and I cannot wait to take the kiddos!! This is sure to be a huge hit. They just released a new clip for Mother's Day -- check it out below! Ever since college-bound Mike Wazowski (voice of Billy Crystal) was a … [Read more...]
I got my Picture taken with IRON MAN!! #IronMan3Event
Disclosure: Disney and Marvel sponsored my travel, accommodations and activities for this trip to LA. As always — my opinions and statements on the blog are my own! Have you gone to see Iron Man 3 yet?! What are you waiting for?! See my review of the movie here. On the last day of my Iron Man 3 press trip, we went to the Madame Tussaud's … [Read more...]
Summer Vacation Planning! Missouri has something for the Whole Family!
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Missouri Division of Tourism for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. This is the first year that I have had a child in school, so previously we were able to go on vacation whenever we planned it. As this school year is rapidly coming to an end, I am beginning to see the desire and … [Read more...]
Exclusive Interview with Ty Simpkins — Harley from Iron Man 3! #IronMan3Event
Prior to my trip to LA a couple weeks ago, I really hadn't heard of Ty Simpkins. But he is sure to be a household name now! Ty Simpkins plays "Harley" in Iron Man 3. A young boy that Tony Stark encounters in the back woods of Tennessee and they become friends. The chemistry between them was fantastic and it really added a great aspect to the … [Read more...]
Get Ready for Summer with Nair Hair Removal!! New Products! #AD
Disclosure: I am writing about Nair as part of a sponsored campaign through Single Edition Media and Nair. I was also provided the two products referred to for my review. All opinions are 100% my own as always! With Summer barreling towards us full speed, us ladies have all kinds of things to get ready for! Wearing shorts, bathing … [Read more...]
Gevalia: My new FAVORITE Single Serve Coffee! #CupOfKaffe
And the winner is ... The New Gevalia Signature Blend One of my very first purchases online ... way before I blogged about bargains ... was a Gevalia coffee maker and some of their coffee. Just the normal kind in the bag. Single cup coffee makers were still in the imaginations of someone other than me. Darn! Like … [Read more...]
Buy One Fandango Ticket, Get One FREE!!! Go see Iron Man 3! #IronMan3Event
SWEET!! This fantastic offer from Fandango and Visa is back!! Just in time to go see Iron Man 3 today!! ;) On Fridays, through August 2nd, when you purchase one Fandango movie ticket with your Visa Signature card -- you will get one for FREE! That makes for an inexpensive date night! These must be purchased on Fridays for a Friday … [Read more...]