Updated for 2020! Light up the Night in New Jersey! It doesn’t matter where you sit on the debate of when is the right time to set up your holiday lights because when December arrives it is all about admiring the craftsmanship, creativity and designs. While some homes will garner local attention, there are specific places in … [Read more…]
If the shoe fits, wear it! It is astonishing the numerous symbols and phrases derived from the fairy tale Cinderella. Whether we are discussing rags to riches, the carriage, fairy godmother or the clock striking midnight, the one icon that withstands the test of time is a glass slipper that can only fit Cinderella’s foot. … [Read more…]
I recently kicked off my holiday season by attending my first Momtrends Holiday Soirée. I was excited to spend a couple of hours in NYC with some amazing fellow bloggers. As I walked into Spotlight Studios, I could instantly feel the holiday spirit. The room was full of happy moms talking, sharing stories and, of … [Read more…]
There is a distinctive chill in the air when November approaches the Garden State yet Six Flags Great Adventure knows how to warm our spirits with Holiday in the Park. It is ingrained that when we think amusement parks we envision the warm months of summer, but Great Adventure has changed this thought process. Holiday in … [Read more…]
We LOVE train rides at Mommy University especially ones that invoke the spirit and wonder of the holidays. A holiday train ride offers a unique family experience that is perfect for kicking off the holiday season. This year, we are so excited to partner with the Tri-State Railway Historical Society to bring you information on … [Read more…]
The North Pole Relocates to Freehold The annual bucket list item in most households is dressing the children up in a special outfit to visit Santa Claus! At the Freehold Raceway Mall, families can visit the jolly old fellow in an immersive experience that will keep antsy toes engaged and having fun while they wait. … [Read more…]
The costumes and props used in this post were provided by Oriental Trading. Games were provided by Pressman Toys. My boys (and I) are HUGE Harry Potter fans. They love watching the movies and they were both Harry Potter one year for Halloween. My son even decorated his room with a Harry Potter theme! I … [Read more…]
Late November means crisp temperatures for my husband and children; however, for my parents, they are sporting flip flops a thousand miles away in Florida. As we approach Thanksgiving, I am always a little saddened that my snow bird parents are not here even though we strongly disagree on the side dishes that should be … [Read more…]
The holidays are a great time to get away and escape your everyday life. Whether it is to visit family, continue with family traditions or make new memories, traveling is a fun way to experience the magic of the holidays. Here are some posts we have written with holiday travel in mind! If you like … [Read more…]
Updated for 2021! A corner of the North Pole at your local Bass Pro Shops! We believe in the tranquility and calm that comes with going outdoors. One store that has been encouraging families to get outside is Bass Pro Shops. As the holiday season approaches, they offer a family fun activity called Santa’s Wonderland … [Read more…]