Karen Mendes

Pete’s Dragon Trailer & Coloring Sheet

Pete’s Dragon Trailer & Coloring Sheet

I'm in LA right now and tonight I'll attend the Pete's Dragon Red Carpet premiere and I'm so excited! Have you seen the trailer yet? If you haven't here it is! But before you watch, print out this fun Pete's Dragon coloring sheet for the kids.  It's a PDF file you can download to your computer. Follow me on twitter for all the fun! Pete's Dragon Trailer Pete's Dragon will be in theatres 8/12/16!

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Alice Through the Looking Glass Comes to Blu-ray October 18, 2016

Alice Through the Looking Glass Comes to Blu-ray October 18, 2016

  I'm excited to share with you that Alice Through the Looking Glass will be on blu-ray in October 2016. Alice Through the Looking Glass The all-star cast from the 2010 blockbuster is back with Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter who’s desperately searching for his family; Anne Hathaway as Mirana, the kind, mild-mannered White Queen; Helena Bonham Carter as Iracebeth, the short-tempered, big-headed Red Queen; and Mia Wasikowska as Alice, the heroine at the heart of the story. Sacha Baron Cohen joins the ensemble as Time, a magical being that is part human, part clock, and the late Alan Rickman—to whom the film is dedicated—is the voice of Absolem, the blue Monarch butterfly who...

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I’m Heading to LA again for the Pete’s Dragon Premiere #PetesDragonEvent

I’m Heading to LA again for the Pete’s Dragon Premiere #PetesDragonEvent

I'm so excited to share with you that this weekend I'll be jumping on a plane to head to the west coast.  It's been a while since I've been on a California Disney blogging trip so I'm super excited for this one.   While there I'll be doing several cool things including attending the 'green' carpet premiere of Disney's Pete's Dragon!  But before we see the movie, we'll go to the premiere pre-party at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel! We will also be interviewing Bryce Dallas Howard  who plays “Grace” along with Oakes Fegley  who is “Pete” & Oona Laurence who plays “Natalie” in the movie!!!  I love doing these interviews and hearing behind the scenes happenings.  Make sure you following...

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Saving Money When Shopping for Clothes

Saving Money When Shopping for Clothes

Clothing, food and shelter are regarded as basic commodities and we all know what a huge chunk of our budget is dedicated to them. Does it have to be so much, though? Today let's make clothing our point of interest and talk about saving money while shopping. The fact is that many people are misled by passionate marketing, fashion designers, celebrity preferences, numerous shops, compelling salespeople and our own perceptions so in the end, a lot of money is practically wasted on things you will maybe wear once. Every season I have to buy new clothes for my daughters because they are still growing.  When they were babies, I could easily purchase the next size up at the end of the season...

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Shop BJ’s Wholesale for Dairy Products – A Natural Nutrient Powerhouse

Shop BJ’s Wholesale for Dairy Products – A Natural Nutrient Powerhouse

June was National Dairy month but I think every month should be celebrated with great snacks and meals that are nutrient-rich and full of goodness for your family.  All that means is add lots of Dairy to their daily diet and you'll be filling them up with everything they need to turn their bodies into Powerhouses! Did you know that dairy products can help you be healthier?  According to the International Dairy Foods Association, dairy products like milk contain nine essential nutrients, which may help to better manage your weight, reduce your risk for high-blood pressure, osteoporosis and certain cancers. Whether it's protein to help build and repair the muscle tissue of active bodies or...

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5 Ways to get Kids to Snack on Fresh Veggies

5 Ways to get Kids to Snack on Fresh Veggies

We are building a raised garden this year and I hoping that by growing some of our own veggies, my kids will want to eat more of them.  I'll try anything to get them to eat more veggies.  This summer we will be concentrating on making more healthy choices when snacking.  I've come up with a few ways of getting my kids to eat better that I'm definitely going to try.   I thinking that getting kids to make healthy snack choices is easier than most parents realize. Availability Kids (and adults) will grab what is convenient to snack on, so it is important to keep healthy snacks readily available.  Have veggies cut and ready for the family to increases the odds of a healthy snack choice.  Clear...

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A Look at Disney’s Queen of Katwe #QueenOfKatwe

A Look at Disney’s Queen of Katwe #QueenOfKatwe

Today I am sharing with you a featurette from Disney’s QUEEN OF KATWE featuring new footage from the film and interviews with stars David Oyelowo and Lupita Nyong’o. A Look at Disney's Queen of Katwe #QueenOfKatwe QUEEN OF KATWE is based on the vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda who becomes an international chess champion.  It opens in theatres September 23, 2016. Be sure to: Like QUEEN OF KATWE on Facebook Follow QUEEN OF KATWE on Twitter  

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NEW Sara Lee Snacks Peanut Butter Crème Filled Cakes

NEW Sara Lee Snacks Peanut Butter Crème Filled Cakes

We are a family that loves anything peanut butter, especially when mixed with chocolate!  So when Sara Lee offered to send us the NEW Sara Lee Peanut Butter Creme Cakes to try, I didn't even have to think about it!  Of course I said Yes! This post is sponsored by Sara Lee.  All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own! Sara Lee Snacks Peanut Butter Crème Filled Cakes   Happy Snacking ® is about deliciousness. It’s all about the moment of bringing something wonderful wherever you go.   Snack time just got happier and it’s peanut buttery-PERFECT. Peanut + chocolate + snack cakes = these new, wonderfully delicious individually wrapped treats. Sara Lee ® Snacks is introducing NEW Peanut...

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HOT IAMS Deal at Target

HOT IAMS Deal at Target

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #IamsDogGiftCardOffer #CollectiveBias It’s a great time to shop for your pet! Save $2 now, plus get a $10 Target Gift Card when you spend $40 on your furry friend.

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Quick & Easy Grilled Chicken

Quick & Easy Grilled Chicken

Today I want to share with you a quick & easy grilled chicken recipe that my family loves.  It's super simple to make.  I'm all about quick & easy and believe it or not, I've only been grilling for a few years now!  My husband always grilled and until a few years ago, I didn't even know how to turn on the grill.  But I have to say, I have really enjoyed it. I started with easy things like hot dogs and hamburgers.  And now that I've mastered them, I've moved onto grilled chicken - which I found out is actually pretty easy to make!     When I don't have a lot of time to cook, I turn to my favorite go to Quick & Easy Grilled Chicken dish.  I like to marinate some chicken...

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Hot Pennzoil Deal at Walmart #DotComDIY

Hot Pennzoil Deal at Walmart #DotComDIY

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DotComDIY #CollectiveBias In today's busy world, there is little time to make a trip to the store. Why fight the crowds? Save time and money by fulfilling your DIY oil needs on Walmart.com. Their amazing selection of items, including exclusive specialty automotive items, can be found just a click away. On Walmart.com you can find many Pennzoil Platinum products currently on rollback (for a limited time), including Pennzoil Full Synthetic and Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage. Based on your car's needs and the number of miles, one of these two oils is right for you. Platinum Synthetic:...

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4 Things In Your Closet To Repurpose for Budget Friendly Summer Looks

4 Things In Your Closet To Repurpose for Budget Friendly Summer Looks

4 Things you can Repurpose for a Trendy and Budget-Friendly Summer Closet I bet you have 4 Things In Your Closet To Repurpose for Budget-Friendly Summer Looks.   In looking at the fashion trends for the Summer of 2020, or any other upcoming time for that matter, one can certainly give the credit card a fine airing by snapping up what's new and what's hot. It is, however, possible to look new and hot, using what's old and cool. SLIP DRESSES These are all the rage this summer, but if one has a certain skill in the craft department there is absolutely nothing that says the modern woman can't construct her own slip dress out of – yes – an old slip. Hot glue some glittery fabric around the...

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Take a Look at the New Teaser Trailer for Disney’s MOANA

Take a Look at the New Teaser Trailer for Disney’s MOANA

Check out the brand new teaser trailer for Disney’s MOANA which will be out November 23, 2016!! Looks like another great family movie! New Teaser Trailer for Disney's MOANA "Three thousand years ago, the greatest sailors in the world voyaged across the vast Pacific, discovering the many islands of Oceania. But then, for a millennium, their voyages stopped – and no one knows why." Directed by the renowned filmmaking team of Ron Clements and John Musker (“The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin,” “The Princess & the Frog”) and produced by Osnat Shurer (“Lifted,” “One Man Band”), “Moana” sails into U.S. theaters on Nov. 23, 2016. For more information, visit: Like MOANA on Facebook and Follow on...

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Tips for Growing Zucchini

Tips for Growing Zucchini

    Tips for Growing Zucchini Looking for some tips for growing zucchini?  I am so excited about my garden again this year.  It's doing well and there is so much growing right now!  One thing I was sure I wanted in there was Zucchini.  I love zucchini especially when it's fresh from the garden.  This is the second time I've tried to grow it and the first time I didn't have a very successful crop.  I am determined to have a better crop of zucchini this year. So I did some research to see what I did wrong the first time and what to do right this time. Zucchini is one of the most popular types of summer squash to be grown in gardens everywhere. Growing and harvesting this vegetable...

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