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Growing up knowing the name "Harlem Globetrotters," I think it is so neat that they are holding Summer Skills Clinics !  I just wish that we lived closer to where one was being held, as I know the boys would absolutely love it!!!! Check this out: -------------------- For the first time, the Harlem Globetrotters are conducting summer skills clinics to bring boys and girls ages 6-14 behind the curtain to see the Globetrotters’ electrifying skills and tricks, while also having fun staying active. Each participant receives: A free ticket voucher (valued up to $40) to see the Globetrotters during their 2013 World Tour Autographs and photos with the stars! 3-day trial pass to 24 Hour Fitness Clinic Locations: (These are just the clinics - the games for your tickets are in 200 cities) Phoenix       Houston     San Francisco       New Jersey Denver        Dallas        Los Angeles         Seattle St Louis       Miami        Las Vegas Save $10 on registratio

It's showtime!  Step into the captivating world of dance with Angelina Ballerina and her friends as they steal the show in Angelina Ballerina: Ultimate Dance Collection !, a three- DVD set leaping into stores April 3, 2012 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment.   Also included in this entertaining DVD collection is a BONUS music CD with 4 fantastic songs .  See Angelina Ballerina take center stage as she follows her heart and learns some important lessons about creativity, fun and friendship along the way. Angelina Ballerina: Pop Star Girls  Get ready to get your groove on because it’s showtime with Angelina and the Pop Star Girls! While all the dancers learn to work together, Angelina realizes she loves hip-hop, rock bands, fiddles and more! Move and groove along with Angelina as she directs a hip-hop musical and discovers she was born to be a star. The whole family will be star-struck with delight as Angelina steps it up in her best performance yet! Angelina Ballerina: S

Let me start this by saying I am not a doctor. Never have been either.. Okay, now that we have established that... Flashback... my childhood... My cousin would come to visit from Florida and she would always have this big ol' bag..  You know what was in it?  Vitamins...  We would laugh and she would try and not take them...   Her mom had her on tons of these big old nasty pills that were so large they would choke a horse..  But, a day or two into her summer vacation and she would be back taking them.  I still don't think she took them like her mom wanted her to, but still.. she did..   Why am I telling you this?  Because guess what.. she still takes vitamins today!  Not as many and I doubt that she has bags full of them, but still.  She says she can notice if she goes without them...  She just feels not as great as she normally does. I slowly see now why her mom made her take them...  To make sure her baby was healthy and happy... So, what am I doing?  I see more and mor

Spring into all-new lamb-tastic fun when  Shaun the Sheep: Shear Madness  leaps onto DVD April 17, 2012 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment. Join the playful sheep and his farmyard friends in seven all-new adventures; thwarting his pesky swine neighbors, experiencing his first crush, embracing curiosity and having a blast. Through it all, Shaun will always have your baaaa-ck! Synopsis :  Sheeps and Pigs and Aliens, oh my! It’s madness in the meadow with Shaun the Sheep and his flock of mischievous merrymakers! Shaun expertly stops the pigs from running amuck and turning the farm into a porky paradise. He amuses his friends when he falls head over hoof for a beautiful stranger and demonstrates what happens when curiosity gets the sheep after a hot air balloon lands and causes mayhem in the meadow…From the farm, to outer space and everywhere in between, Shaun and his barnyard buddies know how to have a wooly good time! Episodes Include: Pig Trouble Sheepless Nights Party A

As we all know, I am married into the military. Marc being National Guard, I have so much respect for him and his "brothers."  The military is a family in its own and the fact that I am part of it, I am very proud of. That being said, there is a new movie coming out and you know I will be telling you about it. Have you heard of Act of Valor? As soon as I heard of it, I knew it was going to be one that I wanted to see. Why?  Because I like seeing how our military is portrayed, and because I like telling others about it, so that if they do not personally have military connections, they might see a glimpse into what all goes on. Now, some of it is totally absurd and you can tell it is all fake... but others are right on. We had the chance to watch Act of Valor and I really liked it. It isn't one that you can say "oh, it was a great movie!" but it is one that lets you see what really goes on and how things really happen.  No, not a breach of s

Music is so fun for us! We love it...  We as in Marc, ALL the boys... and you know I love it... I love country the most... and Marc is more into Classic Rock...  That means the car is normally turned to the classic rock stations when Marc is driving.. and if I am driving, we normally have a DVD going... So, I don't get to listen to much these days...  Until I get to watch my shows... and then I hear all the songs...  Back when I worked, we had a radio on in the kitchen, so if I was back there, I had music... and if there wasn't a big sporting event, we had music on out front.. (Remember, I worked in a sports bar...) So..........  Why am I telling you all of this? Because I want to tell you about a new CD that Broxton and I have been jamming to! Kidz Bop: Ultimate Hits The last time we went home, I put it in the car...  Once we got on the highway, I turned it on and the next thing I knew... Broxton was in his car seat "seat dancing" and

Image: AMAZON On land, in water and everywhere in between, you can always count on   Fireman Sam   to save the day … and bring the fun along, too! Join Fireman Sam, his courageous fire brigade and the citizens of Pontypandy for all new seafaring adventure in Fireman Sam: Rescue on the Water, coming to DVD, Digital Download and On Demand April 3, 2012 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment. It’s ready, set, rescue in six thrilling episodes filled with Sam’s trademark lessons in safety, loyalty, leadership, cooperation and friendship. DVD SYNOPSIS  Sound the alarm! Fireman Sam and his heroic team are always prepared for rescues. Whether it’s a flood in Pontypandy, dangerous shifting tides or trouble at sea for Norman and James, there’s no challenge too big for Fireman Sam! Join the squad and save the day with this collection of daring seaworthy rescues. Episodes include:  · “Stranded”  · “The One That Got Away”  · “Pirates of Pontypandy”  · “Norman’s Ark”  · “Sailor Steele”  ·

I have found a pretty comfortable pair of flip flops and I just have to tell you about them. You want to know why? Because up until recently, I was not a fan of flip flops.. Not that there is anything wrong with them, but because I hate feet. My feet are not the prettiest (no worries, I am not going to be posting a picture of them on here...) That being said, I never wore shoes that would show my toes... Not attractive!  I used to joke and say it was because my feet were all weird and blame it that my mom would not buy me shoes that fit when I was younger... Truth is, I just have ugly toes!!!! All my life I wore tennis shoes and closed toed shoes... As to not worrying about showing those ugly jokers off!  Then, in Atlanta, I would wear them every now and then... nothing like an every day item, but I would wear them from time to time... Once I married Marc, I noticed I would wear them more... and even more importantly, I would wear them in public!!!!  I guess since he loves me, it

My mom is a pretty amazing woman. I know that I did not appreciate it when I was growing up, but I do now... Maybe because I am a mom myself?  Maybe because I finally stopped being stupid... Either way, I think that Mothers DAY should not just be one day a year...  I know, maybe Mothers Month? Or maybe.. just maybe... every day we could try and show / tell how appreciative we are! Dollar General and Proctor and Gamble are teaming together to do just that: Throughout the month of May, in recognition of moms who do extraordinary things every day for their families and communities, Dollar General® is teaming up with Procter & Gamble® to honor moms – the true Every Day Heroes who have made sacrifices for their families and their communities.  To celebrate moms, Dollar General is inviting customers to upload videos describing why their moms are “Every Day Heroes.”  Videos can be submitted and viewed at  www.dollargeneral.com/ everydayheroes .     To help you honor your

I am in love with Chattanooga.  I know Marc is as well, so I was so happy to get one of the latest emails.. Rock City is celebrating its 80th anniversary in May!!! Whoooo Hooo... Have you ever been to Rock City? We took Broxton to see Rock City and he loved it. I honestly don't know who had more fun... Broxton or Marc... let me quit lying... I was loving every second of it as well!   If you have ever driven through Georgia, I am sure you have seen the famous Rock City Messages on old barns and what not...  Image: Rock City So, what exactly is Rock City?  It is FAMILY OWNED.  From Rock City:   Rock City will amaze you...it's in our nature! Located atop Lookout Mountain, just 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, Rock City is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking "See 7 States" panoramic views. Take an unforgettable journey along the Enchanted Trail wh

If you remember, I blogged in the past about the Odd Life of Timothy Green that was filming in my hometown... They have released the trailer... and I am DYING to see the movie.. It comes out in August... and my birthday is in August... That means, August will be a great month! Can August get here faster?! Here is the trailer for you: Looks pretty good to me!!!! ***** This is not a paid/sponsored post, just me thinking this looks awesome! *****

I have never seen any of the Flicka Movies, but it looks like a good one.. Just wanted to share the May 1st release of the third installment. Country Music Superstar Clint Black and his wife Lisa Hartman Black shine in the Heartwarming Family Adventure Arriving on Blu-ray and DVD May 1 Exclusively at Walmart, Sam’s Club ®  and  Walmart.com From the pages of Mary O’Hara’s popular novel  My Friend  Flicka , the year’s most inspiring coming of age story arrives just in time for Mother’s Day when  Flicka : Country Pride  gallops on to Blu-ray and DVD May 1 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. Directed by Michael Damian ( Flicka  2 ,  Marley & Me: The Puppy Years ),  Flicka : Country Pride  stars country music superstar Clint Black ( Flicka  2 ), Lisa Hartman Black (“Knots Landing”) and Kacey Rohl (“The Killing”) in a heartwarming adventure for the entire family. When Toby (Black) takes on a job at a stable with  Flicka  in tow, the owner’s teenage daught

I want to take a second to say that I am sorry that I have not been around lately. I will be back to blogging and everything soon, just have to catch up on a few things... We had a family emergency that has taken me away from the computer...  I have several reviews and giveaways lined up.. Just need to get back into the swing of things. At this time, if you could just keep my family in your thoughts and prayers...  We would appreciate it! Other than that.... Hope you all had a wonderful Mothers Day.. Broxton gave me the sweetest flower he made me at church. Does it get better than that? I loved that more than a million roses!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Be back shortly....... Thanks for staying with me through this...