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Mar 18
2015

Save some Green with Walmart Family Mobile

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Green is my favorite color, so it should be no surprise that St. Patrick’s Day is one of my favorite holidays. I especially love seeing everyone wearing green! We always make a fun treats for the holiday. This year we made some cute 4 leaf clover rice crispy treats. It is the perfect treat to make with kids and not break the bank at the same time!

Another way we would like to save you some green this St. Patrick’s Day is with Walmart Family Mobile. Walmart Family Mobile has amazing plans that include unlimited text, unlimited talk, and data and they just came out with a new plan for only $29.88 a month! Yes, unlimited text, talk and data for less than $30 a month! Another reason we love Walmart Family Mobile is there is no annual contract, no overages, and it is a postpaid plan. With the new 4G LTE the network spans to cover more than 280 million people nationwide, so you are covered regardless of where you are in the country! It is the perfect time to switch over to Walmart Family Mobile and save some green.

My little one and I stopped by Walmart to see the selection of new phones and sign up for the Walmart Family Mobile 4G LTE service. There was a wide selection of cell phones, as well as cell phone accessories. Everything from speakers, headphones, charging stations, family mobile phone plans phone protectors and so much more. Walmart has you covered for all of your mobile device needs.

The phone that was a perfect fit for me was the Alcatel Evolve 2 Smartphone, it was on sale for $39.99, down from $59.99. Because the price was so incredible I was able to use that extra green I saved on a cute phone case. It was very easy to find, just look for the lowest priced 4G LTE plans with Walmart Family Mobile. After I had my phone I picked up the starter kit and had the friendly mobile experts at Walmart set it all up for me. It only took minutes and I was able to walk out of Walmart with my new phone, and on the lowest priced plan on any 4G network. I enjoyed the rest of my day playing with my new Evolve 2 smartphone on the 4G LTE network, it was hard to put it down!

The Walmart Family Mobile plans start at $24.88 a month for unlimited talk and unlimited text. The new plan is $29.88 for unlimited talk, text and data which includes up to 500MG of 4G LTE data. The other new plan is $39.88 for unlimited talk, text, and web and includes up to 2.5GB of 4G LTE data. Why Walmart Family Mobile is perfect for your family? You may add lines for $5 less per line you add. You may also mix and match up to 5 lines, choosing any combination of unlimited talk and text, and unlimited stalk, text, and web plans all on the same account. It is perfect for any parent who needs to give their child (generally teenagers) an unlimited plan, but doesn’t need unlimited for themselves. If this service fits perfectly for your family but you already have a phone, not to worry you may use your own unlocked compatible phone. Another perk to mention you may purchase the starter kit and activate at your own home, you only need to have internet access. Disclaimer: All prices for phones and plans included in this post are accurate as of the date of posting; however, these prices are subject to change. Please refer to http://cbi.as/aafid or your local Walmart for current pricing.

I’ve shared ways to save some green tips with you. I’d love to hear about yours! Leave a comment below on what you would spend your extra green on!

Mar 11
2015

Regal Summer Movie Express 2015

by Nicole Connerley

To find the city nearest you and all dates and locations see Regal Summer Movie Express 2015 here.

Regal movie theaters just announced the list of summer movies for the summer of 2015, the $1 movies will run throughout the summer at select theaters. The movies are all rated PG, and are great for kids of all ages. It is only $1 per person to attend. All of the movies begin at 10 AM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Every week there are two different movies playing for you to choose from. The start date for movie theaters vary, Regal has just released which theaters will host the Summer Movie Express and when the start dates will be. Information below will be updated as it is released.

If you become a Regal Crown Club member (free to join) there are great perks and discounts. A great discount we always take advantage of is $2 popcorn on Tuesday’s for all Regal Crown Club members.

To find the city nearest you and all dates and locations see Regal Summer Movie Express 2015 here.

Regal Oceanside 2015 list may be found here.

Edwards San Marcos 2015 movie list may be found here.

Week 1

Nut Job & Annie

Week 2

Earth to Echo & The Boxtrolls

Week 3

Paddington & Turbo

Week 4

Rio 2 &How To Train Your Dragon 2

Week 5

Mr. Peabody & Book of Life

Week 6

Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb & Penguins of Madagascar

Week 7

The Lego Movie & Dolphin Tale 2

Week 8

Muppets, Most Wanted & Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Week 9
Teenage Ninja Turtles & (last but not least) The Spongebob Squarepants Movie

Mar 11
2015

Rancho Valencia in Rancho Santa Fe

by Nicole Connerley

Rancho Valencia is a beautiful resort set on 45 acres of gardens and olive groves, in Rancho Santa Fe, a 20-minute drive north of San Diego. A few years ago the property underwent a 45 million dollar renovation, and there is not one stone that when unturned. Most recently Rancho Valencia was voted #1 resort in the U.S. by U.S. News & World hotel rankings. It is no surprise as everything at Rancho Valencia is 5 star down to the heated toilet seats, and all is perfection. The resort features a spa, fitness center with exercise classes, sports facilities (including tennis, croquet and bocce ball), 2 heated pools and hot tubs (1 adults-only), 2 restaurants and a wine bar, plus complimentary use of luxury cars.

Rancho Valencia really does stand apart from most 5-star hotels, you will find everything has been perfected. There are no resort fees, no parking fees, complimentary WiFi, and waiting for you in your room are delicious snacks and drinks to enjoy during your stay at no extra charge. In the morning any newspaper you would like will be delivered to your door along with fresh squeezed orange juice. Enjoy coffee on the private patio, while reading the newspaper.

Suites feature flat-screen TVs, stereo systems and private patios, plus high-thread-count linens, espresso machines, designer toiletries and 24-hour in-room dining. My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at Rancho Valencia during this trip. The resort knowing it was a special anniversary celebration for us, had a bottle of wine and an artisan cheese plate with dried fruits and nuts upon arrival.

After we were settled in, we hopped down to the Pony Room for a drink by the outdoor fireplaces while watching the sunset. For dinner we decided to opt for in-room dining and we ate out on the private patio. The patio hosts an outdoor fireplace, and a two person hot tub, perfect for a romantic getaway.

After dinner we took a stroll around the property and found the beautiful brick lined Wine Room. The room is perfect for an intimate birthday dinner or just nice dinner for a small group of friends. The wine cave has over 250 of some of the finest bottles of wine I have ever seen, the sommelier has to be one of the best in San Diego. With wines from France, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, South Africa and of course California you will be able to find a perfect wine for the occasion.

For breakfast we went to Veladora, one of the two restaurants on property. Veladora is beautiful and refined without being over the top, although can you really have too much luxury? We enjoyed latte’s and fresh pressed slow juices, as well as the famous fresh squeezed orange juice. My husband ordered the crab Benedict with vine ripe tomatoes, grilled asparagus, country bread with a chipotle hollandaise. I ordered the California breakfast panini with free range eggs, smoked bacon, avocado, white cheddar and herb roasted potatoes, it was divine! The only problem with breakfast is we couldn’t finish it all, but they were nice enough to box it up for us and had it waiting for us to pick up after we dined.

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is offering an exclusive offer right now of 15% off room rates. During the summer and during Del Mar Race season the resort will be booked solid, don’t wait make a reservation to visit this beautiful resort now!

Accommodations, meals, and spa treatments were complimentary, all thoughts and opinions are my own. See full disclosure policy for more information.

Mar 8
2015

Fun St. Patrick’s Day Treats

by Nicole Connerley

Rice crispy treats are a favorite in our house, yet another reason to love them is you can make them for any holiday. We have made Christmas trees, pumpkins, Easter Eggs and now four-leafed clovers! Not only are they very easy to make, they are also delicious to eat as well. My son helped with every step of making these and had a blast while doing it.

Ingredients Needed:

1 box rice crispy cereal

1 bag of marshmallows

Green food dye

Butter (we used coconut oil instead)

Melt 2 tbsp of butter and 40 marshmallows in the microwave in a microwave safe bowl for 1 minute. Mix melted ingredients together and add green food dye. Add 4 cups of rice crispy cereal, add another cup if needed. Let set for about 5 minutes and then use cookie cutter to cute out. We used a coconut oil spray and sprayed the cookie cutter a few different times so the rice didn’t stick to it. After you have cut them out set on wax paper to set. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Mar 6
2015

Legoland new Death Star now open

by Nicole Connerley

Now open at Legoland California in the Star Wars Miniland is the Death Star! The Death Star is 8-fee wide, over 13-fee high and weights more than 1,900 pounds! We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek at a media preview earlier this week and we loved it! My son loves anything lego and Star Wars so it was pretty much a win win for us. The cool death star has a super laser which lights up with green lights when zeros in on its target. It is made out of 500,000 lego bricks and includes the trench run scene where Luke Skywalker maneuvers through with his X-wing fighter, see below.

It is adjacent to the Lego Death Star, you can use your imagination to construct your very own Lego starships at building stations while X-Wings, TIE Fighters and Y-Wings circle overhead. My son loved building his own ship out of all of the fun Lego pieces surrounding the famous trench, were Luke Skywalker raced through the combat zone to destroy the Death Star. The Lego Star War Miniland Death Star is designed from the Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. It includes six animated Turbo Laser Turrets and Lego starship models built out of more than 20,000 Lego bricks.

New Lego models have been added to each of the seven scenes including an underwater scene featuring an Opee sea killer on Naboo and a Jawa sandcrawler on Tattooine. At Legoland Star Wars Miniland you can enjoy 12 Lego models, each standing 3-feet-tall, of favorite Star Wars™ characters including Yoda, Wicket, Anakin and Princess Leia. A life-size LEGO Darth Maul honors the release of Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace.

This weekend is Lego Star Wars days at Legoland California, travel to a galaxy far, far away with the Lego Star Wars Miniland model display area. You’ll experience model displays of scenes from the six live-action Star Warsmovies and one from the animated series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, plus interactive features and life-size Lego models.

To purchase tickets to Legoland, or for more information on Lego Star Wars Miniland click here.

Mar 6
2015

Easter Giveaway fun face paints for kids

by Nicole Connerley

Hip, hop, hippy hop, the Easter bunny is coming to town! We all celebrate Easter with the ones we love, including those little ones who can’t wait to see what the Easter Bunny has left them. This year instead of just candy, think about putting fun items in their basket that they will enjoy. We are offering two face paining kits from FacePaint.com as a special Easter giveaway. A little about Facepaint.com, they been in business for almost 30 years and their products are for professionals and beginners alike. They make it very easy with free face paint designs, downloadable instructions and video tutorials so our kids will look amazing! FacePaint.com offers free shipping in the US, and same day shipping guarantee, that is great customer service.

The website is very easy to use and has so many categories you are sure to find exactly what you are looking for. There are painting supplies for every occasion, some of the most popular occasions are Carnival Face Paint, Birthday Face Painting Kits, Face Paint Party Supplies, Cheerleading Face Paint, Halloween Face Painting and Holiday Face Painting.

A little about the products we are giving away: Snazaroo Face Painting Kits combine fabulous easy to follow instruction books and Snazaroo face paint to create all sorts of exciting designs. All Snazaroo face paint instruction books include general face painting tips and techniques on face painting along with many exciting full-face designs.

Snazaroo Face Paints are hypoallergenic and the world’s safest face paints, meeting US FDA, Canadian, and European standards for cosmetic safety and the only face paint with a Child Toy Safety Rating. Snazaroo paint is non-toxic and easy to use face paint that is water-based, fragrance-free and wash off easily.

To enter this FUN giveaway click here

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