** I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Disney Pixar Cars Ultimate Collectors Edition Disney Pixar's Cars is my husbands all time favorite Disney movie. There is something about these funloving Car's characters that is captivating and I am so happy to say that for the first time ever you can now purchase Disney Pixar's Cars Ultimate Collector's Edition which contains a Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3-D, DVD and Digital Copy! Wowza! Ashes Thoughts - age 8 I like to watch Cars with my Dad and I like to build cars in the garage with my Dad. My favorite character in this movie Sally because she is a girl and she is my favorite color. My favorite part of this movie is when Lightning McQueen tries to escape...he does not get very far. Disney Pixar Cars is about Lightning McQueen who gets stuck in a small town. At first he is very sad and does not want to be there. But at the … [Read more...]
Room On The Broom Fun Continues with the Book, DVD, Plush Toys and App! + GIVEAWAY!
** I was sent a book and plush for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Room On The Broom Fun Continues with the Book, DVD, Plush Toys and App! You might remember my review last month on the fun-loving children's book Room On The Broom by Julia Donaldson and Illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Well now I am happy to say that the fun can continue with their adorable Plushes of the characters in the book as well as an interactive app that your kids will want to play again and again. Room On The Broom Games app is from Magic Light Pictures and will be in app stores today! The Room On The Broom app is based off the Penguin Group's #1 best-selling book Room on the Broom. Room On The Broom children's app is created for children ages 3-7 and contains Alex Scheffler's illustrations! Feel like you might have seen work from Alex Scheffler before? Well I am happy to say that Alex Scheffler and Julia Donaldson have teamed up before on the … [Read more...]
DESPICABLE ME 2 – Out December 10th!
DESPICABLE ME 2 I can't wait for the release of Despicable Me 2! My family and I enjoyed watching this movie with my Sister-In-Law and her family when they were in town! We all loved it! From Press Release: On December 10th, Universal Studios Home Entertainment will release DESPICABLE ME 2, the $863 million worldwide box office phenomenon and the year's #1 comedy, on Blu-ray™ and Blu-ray 3D™ Combo Packs, DVD and Digital HD including UltraViolet™! Bonus features include three all-new mini-movies featuring the mischievous but lovable Minions, deleted scenes, a closer look at the evil minions and much more! … [Read more...]
Disney’s The Little Mermaid Review and Giveaway! Ends 10/15/13! US & Canada!
Disney's The Little Mermaid Disney's The Little Mermaid has been my all time favorite Disney movie since I was a little girl. I remember that I used to dream of swimming in the ocean and being able to sing like Ariel. I even had TONS of Little Mermaid toys as a child. From Prince Eric and Ariel Dolls to a Sebastian Bath Sponge and Flounder soap! Now that I am grown I still get excited when I see The Little Mermaid. The first time I met her at Disneyland I even got a little weak in the knees. I love Ariel! For the first time ever Disney has released The Little Mermaid on Blu-ray. I was excited to be able to see this movie with a fullness of color and even watch a new character that had been deleted from the original! In Disney's the Little Mermaid you will be carried away on the adventures of Ariel. She is spontaneous and wants more out of life then just swimming around in the ocean. She is a thrill seeker and for some reason can't seem to stay away … [Read more...]
TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON THREE – BEAST HUNTERS
TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON THREE - BEAST HUNTERS Growing up my little brothers were huge Transformers fans! I am happy to see that the cartoon is still going strong! In fact they have another one coming out just in time for Christmas! Check out the details in the press release below! THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, BRING HOME THE PERFECT GIFT FOR THE ULTIMATE TRANSFORMERS PRIME FAN AND COMPLETE THEIR HOME ENTERTAINMENT COLLECTION! TRANSFORMERS PRIME: SEASON THREE - BEAST HUNTERS Third and Final Season of Emmy® Award-Winning Series of TRANSFORMERS PRIME Debuts on Breathtaking 2-Disc Blu-ray Collection and Deluxe 2-DVD Set SPECTACULAR FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT LANDS IN STORES EVERYWHERE ON DECEMBER 3, 2013 FROM SHOUT! FACTORY Los Angeles, California – September 24, 2013 – The perfect gift for families, kids and fans of TRANSFORMERS PRIME arrives in stores everywhere just in time for this holiday season! On December 3, 2013, the highly anticipated TRANSFORMERS PRIME:SEASON … [Read more...]
Phineas and Ferb Quest for Cool Stuff Review!
**I was sent a copy of Phineas and Ferb Quest for Cool Stuff for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Phineas and Ferb Quest for Cool Stuff for Wii My daughter is a HUGE Phineas and Ferb fan. She begs to watch the cartoon daily and was thrilled to try out the Phineas and Ferb Quest for Cool Stuff game for Wii! In the Phineas and Ferb Quest for Cool Stuff game my daughter was able to make and Museum of Cool, transform the ATT and more! She had a blast! Ashes Thoughts I really liked the quests where I am able to find cool stuff like sprockets, golden nuggets, dinosaur bones and a two headed dinosaur head. After I found them I was able to put them into the Museum of Cool. Game Overview: There’s a whole lot of stuff to do during the last week of summer vacation and Phineas and Ferb want to do it all! Join these charismatic brothers of invention as they create, travel and explore in their quest for artifacts to … [Read more...]
Thomas & Friends Animals Aboard! Review and Giveaway! Ends 10/04/13!
Thomas & Friends Animals Aboard! Thomas & Friends is at it again! This time with their all new DVD Thomas & Friends Animals Aboard! In Thomas & Friends Animals Aboard you will be taken on an adventure with giraffes, cows, pigs, rabbits and more! Thomas & Friends Animals Aboard hit the shelves a few days ago and can be purchased at Target, on Digital Download or from Video on Demand. But if you want Digital Download or VOD you will have to wait till October 8th. This fun filled Thomas & Friends Animals Aboard will also be released just in time for the holidays and Fisher Price's animal-themed toy line! Yippee! Just remember it will be available exclusively at Target! On the Back All aboard as Thomas and his engine friends embark on exciting adventures with some new furry friends! Percy learns to be gentle when meeting some small forest friends and Thomas goes hog-wild trying to be Really Useful for Farmer Trotter. Henry performs a sweet … [Read more...]
Scooby-Doo! 13 Spooky Tales Ruh-Roh Robot!
**I was sent a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. All thoughts are my own and not influenced in anyway. Scooby-Doo! 13 Spooky Tales Ruh-Roh Robot! My daughter loves Scooby-Doo. He is her all time favorite chartoon character. As most of you know she even has a stuffed Scooby that she takes EVERYWHERE. Recently I was sent a copy of Scooby-Doo 13 Spooky Tales Ruh-Roh Robot for the purpose of this review. I was excited for 13 new spooky tales to share with my daughter. She loves watching these cartoons in the car on her way home from school every day. Scooby-Doo! 13 Spooky Tales Ruh-Roh Robot contains over 4 hours of Scooby-Doo and his friends. You will laugh along with the team as they solve mystery after mystery! Enjoy! On the Back Who do you call when mystery computerized crimes need to be solved? You call Scooby-Doo, that's who! Scooby-Doo and the gang are back with nerves of steel in the all-new episode Scooby-Doo! Mecha Mutt Menace, … [Read more...]
Barney Most Huggable Moments Review and Giveaway! Ends 9/24/13! #Giveaway
Barney Most Huggable Moments Can you believe that Barney has been on more then 25 years! That is why Barney Most Huggable Moments is available for purchase! With over 25,000,000 hugs the past 25 years HIT has released Barney Most Huggable Moments 2-Disc DVD Set! It is hard for me to believe that Barney was first released when I was 4 years old! That is forever ago and he is still going strong! Barney is a character that all children can relate to and learn from. That is why I am happy to say that the young children in my home have grown up with him. Just as I did! Barney is a great way to teach your kids not only their letters and numbers but also life long lessons like being nice to each other and helping out when we can. That is why I love Barney so much. He teaches kids the values I want them to learn! On the Back Barney brings preschoolers on journeys big and small, and reminds everyone that they're special just the way they are! He shows kids there's … [Read more...]
An Organized & Easy To Use Spelling Program For All Ages!
** I was able to download Ultimate Spelling for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. An Organized & Easy To Use Spelling Program For All Ages! There is no doubt that spelling correctly is beneficial and having a program at home that is easily accessible is something that every child can gain education from. Spelling and increasing your OWN vocabulary is also an absolutely priceless tool you can give yourself! With the Ultimate Spelling software, you and your whole family can start your very own lists of vocabulary words and play games with those words in it! I homeschool my two kids and when I was given the Ultimate Spelling Software to review, I was beyond excited to try it! This has made my lesson planning so easy for spelling! This is actually beyond spelling and I will show you what I mean. When you get your software you create a user and you can have multiple … [Read more...]
Monopoly Empire Review and Giveaway! Ends 9/19/13! US Only!
** I was sent a copy of this game for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Monopoly Empire I am a sucker for Monopoly! It is one of my all time favorite board games. I have probably played Monopoly over 100 times in my life. I just can't get enough. Recently I was sent a copy of Monopoly Empire for the purpose of this review. I was really excited for this game because it gives a twist to my favorite game. Instead of playing to purchase land.....you can purchase the name brands that we all know and love. Brands like Xbox, Coca-Cola, EA Sports, Chevrolet, ebay and more! The tokens in this game are also a little different. Instead of the dog and top hat you can play with a box of McDonald's French Fries, a movie reel or a motorcycle...and they are gold in color! How fun! Also in this game you will not be purchasing home and such but you will be building empire towers where you can add the brands you own. You can build an … [Read more...]
Thomas & Friends King of the Railway The Movie #Review and #Giveaway Ends 9/20/13!
** I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Thomas & Friends King of the Railway The Movie It is no secret that I love Thomas. It is still one of my favorite cartoons to watch with the kids. I love that don't have to worry about what the kids might be learning from this cartoon. It is wholesome and educational. In this movie you will meet a new member of the Sodor team and help them all solve a mystery. I am happy that the makers of Thomas & Friends added castles, suits of armor and all things mid-evil to this movie. I don't know of any child that is not fascinated with knights and castles. When you mix mid-evil with trains you have a hit! I know that your kids will love this movie as much as mine did! Happy watching! On the Back Join Thomas & Friends as they embark on a legendary movie adventure! The Steam Team's quest begins when a special guest arrives on … [Read more...]
~ Debt ~ What’s Yours Is Mine & Mine Is Yours ~
~ Debt ~ What's Yours Is Mine & Mine Is Yours ~ It's one of those topics that starts off as a blame game and then the one finger pointing at "them" becomes more like the unsettling fact that we have the other fingers pointing at us. Ok fine, that is just how I feel, but I can't be alone in that can I?! There are so many things I wish I could have done better with my choices I made financially starting out in life. I honestly can't even remember being taught the importance of money and how to save. I am not proud of that fact nor am I playing the blame game but as soon as I was out of my parents house I went wild. Too wild. I swear the credit card companies could smell my ignorance and stupidity and knew they would hit the jackpot with their 23% APR. Now that I have had to learn the hard way, I am now trying to teach my young children the importance of finance. I don't want them making the same mistakes I made as soon as I flew the … [Read more...]
Disney Peter Pan Return To Never Land Review and Giveaway! #Review #Disney #Giveaway Ends 9/13/12!
** I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Disney Peter Pan Return To Never Land Woot! A Disney movie that I had never seen before! Ok...that is something that does not happen very often! I am a Disney freak! Ok, ok, on to the review. Recently I was sent a copy of Disney's Peter Pan Return To Never Land for the purpose of this review. I honestly, honestly could not wait for this DVD to arrive. I loved Peter Pan and I had never before seen Peter Pan Return To Never Land. I honestly did not know what to expect! During our rainy day movie fest my daughter and I were able to watch Disney's Peter Pan Return To Never Land which was recently released from the Disney Vault. In this movie I was able to see all my favorite Disney characters including Peter Pan, Tinker Bell and the lost boys. Peter Pan Return to Never Land is about the daughter of the beloved Wendy. In this movie you will see … [Read more...]
Mike the Knight Magical Mishaps! #review and #giveaway Ends 9/10/13!
Mike the Knight Magical Mishaps! The weather in my state was terrible this past weekend. The entire weekend was filled with rain shower after rain shower making it hard for the kids to play outside. The kids were disappointed by this but to be honest I was happy to see the moisture and to be able to spend the time cuddling and watching movies with my daughter! One of the movies my daughter and I were able to watch together was Mike the Knight Magical Mishaps. This was my daughters first time watching Mike the Knight so I was happy to introduce something new to her. As some of you might have read my daughter has a huge fascination with dragons right now. It seems that EVERYTHING in her life is about dragons! As my daughter started to watch Mike the Knight she was so excited to see dragons in the fun loving cartoon! Plus it is a cartoon show that is appropriate for all ages of children. Mike the Knight is shown on Nickelodeon and this DVD contains 5 episodes and … [Read more...]