**Warning: May Contain Spoilers** From Universal Pictures & Illumination (Despicable Me), The Secret Life of Pets 2 is a lighthearted look at the pets in our lives, the deep bond between them, the families that love them and answers the question: What are your pets really doing when you’re not at home? It is now available…
Events
We Love You 3000 Tour
In case you have not yet had your fill of Avengers: Endgame, here are a few more ways to celebrate the end of the Infinity Saga. Best Buy will host this week’s “We Love You 3000” Tour, which features Marvel Studios filmmakers and cast members with a special digital photo booth; specialty promotional giveaways, including MCU Funko Pop! Vinyl…
Arts & Entertainment
Stronger Together: The Angry Birds Movie 2 Review
Caution: May Contain Spoilers If you owned a smartphone in the early 2010s, chances are you downloaded and played the Angry Birds game in which flightless birds sought to overthrow the green pigs. But why were they angry? If you caught 2016’s The Angry Birds Movie, you would know! In case you didn’t see…
Acting
Outtakes, Assemble
(Pictured with @CaptainCosplay ) After 11 years and the closeout of Marvel’s Phase 3, Avengers: Endgame is now out on digital, with the DVD, Blu-Ray, 4K Ultra HD & On-Demand releases coming August 13th. With bonus features celebrating Stan Lee, Iron Man, Captain America, Black Widow, Thor, the women of Marvel plus an inside look…
Lifestyle
Sweet As A Sleeping Baby
If you have ever been a parent, you truly know how quickly they grow. If you are an expectant parent, you will not realize the truth of this until you are in the moment. No matter where you are in the parenting journey, rest and safety are two key elements that are often at the…
Lifestyle
STEAM Learning At Home With Baby Einstein
Operation: Sister Sharing is a success! As a mom of two non-school aged kiddos, I am always on the lookout for activities that the girls can do together. There are few things that hold the attention of a toddler while igniting the curiosity of a baby and inspire both to learn and grow. Baby Einstein…
Events
Cupcakes & Rainbows at the DreamWorks Trolls Tea
The little ladies and I were invited to check out the afternoon tea the Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena, CA. But it wasn’t just any tea party….it featured the happiest little creatures the world has ever know – the Trolls from DreamWorks Animation’s film by the same name. In case you missed out on the…
Lifestyle
Calling All Space Rangers
Why We Love The KidsEmbrace Disney Buzz Lightyear Booster Carseat We are a family on the go! With daily adventures that often find us in the car, I am always concerned with the safety of my girls. Olivia, my toddler, knows that getting in the car *usually* leads somewhere fun. As a fan of Disney…
Lifestyle
BabyQuip: The Fairy Godmother Of Travel
‘Tis the season for family gatherings when people travel from near and far to celebrate. While this time of year is filled with joy, many travelers find themselves stretched near the limit when it comes time to pack….the gifts, personal items and if you have kids, their necessities while anticipating items to keep them occupied…
Film
McDowell’s is Coming to Hollywood
The combination of film & food is what I’m all about. This Halloween, Fat Sal’s Deli resurrects its seasonal pop-up, McDowell’s from the 1988 Eddie Murphy film Coming To America. You, too, can experience the Golden Arcs and discover some tasty treats that only come around once a year! This is an extra special year,…
Mom Life
Old Bones & Young Explorers
October is National Dinosaur Month! Being able to explore a city so rich in history and culture makes for some truly memorable moments. This particular time we were invited by friends to join them on a visit to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles. I have been there several times (my personal favorite is…
Food
Our Favorite Snack To-Go
We are a family on the go! Between jobs, auditions, workouts, play dates and family adventures we have very little “sit around and vege” time. Most days, I pack a lunch that both Olivia and I like because more often than not, she ends up wanting whatever it is that I am eating. It’s the…
Food
Brews & Brunch
I’ve always been a sucker for a great brunch menu. There’s nothing quite like taking an easy Sunday morning and eating your way into the afternoon. My love of brunching began when I was in elementary school and once a month after church we would head down to the country club for the brunch buffet. …
Lifestyle
Creative Nesting
Recently, I’ve been in major nesting mode. Being 30 weeks pregnant will do that. I’ve spent countless hours trying to rearrange our apartment, looking for things to purge and trying to make this place feel a little more comfortable. Since Baby #2 is a twice confirmed girl, we are planning a California Girl desert themed…
Lifestyle
DIY Travel Chalkboard Case
Follow my blog with Bloglovin I’m so proud to have an artist in the family. At the mere age of 2, Olivia shows great promise! Seriously, this kid’s color choices and spacial awareness puts to shame some “professional” artists and their fancy gallery openings. Okay, maybe I’m gushing, but she does me proud! Between auditions,…
Events
Earth’s Mightiest Heroes
I don’t know about you, but any chance I get to represent a superhero, I will take it! And with San Diego Comic Con happening now, it’s as good a time as any. Last week, I was invited to attend the InfoList PreComic-Con event at Ohm Nightclub in Hollywood. It provided the opportunity for comic…
