Category: Video

May 21
“How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” Out Today

A great big thank you goes out to DreamWorks for sending us a review copy of the new film. Nearly ten years after the first movie wowed audiences around the world, Hiccup and Toothless return to captivate fans with an adventure of a lifetime in DreamWorks Animation’s HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD. […]

May 02
“The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part” is Out Now on Blu-ray, Digital, & DVD

We got a copy of The LEGO Movie 2 recently thanks to Warner Brothers. My kids and I have watched it more than a handful of time already. This second movie picks up right where the first left off. It’s a joy ride full of adventure, jokes, and visually stunning LEGO based imagination. I really […]

Feb 16
Disney’s “Ralph Breaks the Internet” [Blu-ray Giveaway]

Disclaimer: I’ve partnered with Disney for the creation and sharing of this post. We saw “Ralph Breaks the Internet” at the CMX Market Cinema in Skokie, IL and fell in love with Ralph & Vanellope all over again. It isn’t often that a sequel surpasses its predecessor, but I think “Ralph Breaks the Internet” is […]

Feb 15
Norm of The North: Keys to the Kingdom [DVD Giveaway]

I’ve not seen the original Norm of the North but was able to easily follow along with what was happening. I found the film mildly amusing. My five-year-old? He was hooked.

Feb 14
Potty Training with The Wiggles

Theodore has recently become moderately interested in the potty. He flushes the toilet whenever he can and often likes running around the house without a diaper on and occasionally makes it to the potty in time for business to commence. He’s not ripped off a diaper in public yet, but I’m half expecting it ot […]

Dec 07
‘Movies Anywhere’ Keeps My Movie Collection in My Pocket

Disclaimer: I’ve partnered with Movies Anywhere for the creation and sharing of this post.  I freaking love Movies Anywhere. A large portion of my movie collection is accessible on the service. That means I can literally take my movie anywhere I go. Even better, the ability to create sub-profiles for my kids allows me to bring their movies along too. All while keeping […]

Nov 19
Disney’s ‘Christopher Robin’

  Disclosure: A copy of Christopher Robin was provided to me free of charge on behalf of Walt Disney Studios. I grew up on Winnie The Pooh and Christopher Robin stories. The books, movies, toys, and games cover many of the memories of my childhood. I always liked Tigger’s adventurous side and the way Piglet was […]

Oct 24
Gnome Alone, Now on Netflix

I happened across Gnome Alone on Netflix this morning. I didn't know what to expect when I started watching it. Having seen no previews or reviews previously I went into it cold. This movie was an unexpected gem. I loved it.

Oct 23
Ant-Man & The Wasp

Disclosure: I was provided a copy of the movie reviewed in this post at no charge.  Let’s be clear. I’ve not seen all the Marvel movies yet. I know I’m not the only one in this boat because there are currently 21 of them. Who has time for that? Not most parents. Ha! If you […]

Sep 24
Speak Your Migraine

Disclosure: I was a paid Amgen and Novartis Spokesperson for the #SpeakYourMigraine campaign. The content of this post reflects my own personal opinions and experiences. It was not created, reviewed, or approved by Amgen or Novartis. I started having migraines when I was a kid. I wasn’t, however, officially diagnosed with migraine until my teenage […]