When Peyton and I saw Disney's live-action Dumbo on the big screen I knew I needed to add it to our Disney collection when it came out on Blu-Ray. That day has finally arrived, Dumbo is now available for purchase on Blu-Ray, 4k or DVD as well as available for download and streaming. There are so many different ways to view Dumbo that if you missed it on the big screen now you can take it in. One of my favorite things about seeing a movie again once it's out on Blu-Ray is the bonus features ...
How To Talk To Your Child About Online Safety
Nowadays we live in a world that is driven by technology and our children are growing up learning how to use gadgets like iPhones almost before they can even talk - perhaps that’s a slight exaggeration, but you get the point. Technology pretty much dominates and certainly isn’t going anywhere. With that being said, how do you handle things when your kids are growing up in this world and you know the dark side of things can be dangerous for them and as much as you want to protect them from it, ...
June Summer Reading for Sixth Graders
Even big kids need some suggestions on what to read over the summer. Our suggestions for sixth graders are more along the line of novels or series that will build upon each book. Here are a few our suggestions - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: The Illustrated Edition (Harry Potter, Book 1) by J.K. Rowling For the first time, J.K. Rowling's beloved Harry Potter books will be presented in lavishly illustrated full-color editions. Kate Greenaway-award-winning artist Jim Kay has created ...
3 Lighthouses to Visit in Michigan
Many times when you think of lighthouses you think of east or west coast, but we have many lighthouses right here in the Midwest. Michigan is home to more than 20 lighthouses. Some are privately owned, with viewing only from the waters. Other lighthouses are open to the public and a few even have tours. Now, you can hop in your car and take a road trip to Michigan to see a lighthouse in person. Here are just a few of the lighthouses that you can step inside and see for yourself. Big Red ...
June Summer Reading for Fifth Graders
Fifth grade is such a fun and exciting time. When it comes to reading children are reading longer stories, even series! Now is the time to really foster that love of reading and give them something they will want to sit down and read. Here are a few of our suggestions for June. The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks It's Omri's birthday, but all he gets from his best friend, Patrick, is a little plastic Indian toy. Trying to hide his disappointment, Omri puts the Indian in a metal ...
Blended Butter Pecan Sundae Coffee
I like to enjoy coffee year-round but sometimes in the summer, I don't want to start the day with a hot cup of coffee. It's already hot and muggy, I don't want a warm drink but I still want my coffee. I also like to enjoy flavored coffee. This month we are enjoying the Sundae Coffee Variety Pack K-cups. We received a Sundae Coffee 48 count variety pack filled with flavors like – Butter Pecan, Chocolate Swirl, Dulce de Leche, Ice Cream Sandwich, Maple Walnut, Mint Chocolate Chip, Mocha ...