If you are affected by the high heat index or it is raining buckets and you are looking for a good movie to watch with your family, I have one to share. The Martial Arts Kid, recently released on Blu-ray, DVD and digital download from Traditionz Entertainment is an action-packed, family-friendly movie.
Robbie (Jansen Panettiere) is a troubled teen who seems to find trouble over and over in his Ohio hometown. Hoping to help him straighten out, his beleaguered grandmother sends him off to spend the summer with his aunt and uncle, who own a martial arts school in a sleepy, Florida beach community.
A new state and town is not enough to keep Robbie out of trouble. He ends up in very hot water when he makes the mistake of getting friendly with the girlfriend of Bo Whitlaw, the town bully. Knowing he is in deep trouble Robbie reaches out to his Uncle Glen for help.
With his Uncle’s help Robbie learns how to stand up for himself and protect others. It is a fun family movie that may spark conversations on bullying and protecting others without becoming a bully yourself. It is an entertaining film about good versus evil that may intrigue youngsters to join martial arts. The Martial Arts Kid has the Dove Family Approved Seal for ages 12+, but with caution that the entire family could watch it, if not for some language and intense fighting scenes.
ALSO STARRING: Teen actress Kathryn Newton, who starred in Paranormal Activity 4 and has been seen in such hit films as Bad Teacher and in roles on such popular television series as Supernatural; Don “The Dragon” Wilson, an 11-time world champion kickboxer who has scored 47 knockouts, is a European Martial Arts Hall of Famer and a veteran star of more than 30 action films, including such box office hits as Batman Forever and Say Anything; and Cynthia Rothrock, who holds six black belts and is one of the first female martial arts action stars, with over 50 movies to her credit.
If you do watch this, let me know what you think in the comments.
Do you have little ones who will be starting school soon? It can be scary heading off to Pre-K or Kindergarten for the first time. Sometimes a reassuring note from mom or dad can make all the difference in a child’s day. That is why I love the Personalized Lunch Boxes from I See Me! No need to waste resources every day to leave your child a lunch box message because there is a chalkboard on the underside of the lid. Now all you need to do is grab a chalk marker or chalk and write your child a special message when packing their lunch. It will be something you both look forward to.
These lunch boxes come in so many great designs for boys and girls and the personalization make them so special. They are so wonderful for way more than just lunch. They make a great new baby gift. You can order the box with the new baby’s name and then tuck some nice things inside. It will definitely be a unique and treasured keepsake. Speaking of which these boxes are great to hold all kinds of collections and treasures. Perfect for traveling to hold some things to keep kids busy in the car or at restaurants. They have so many uses!
My kids love to keep their collections in them. I appreciate how great the look and what an accent they make to their rooms. I See Me! has such a large selection of personalized books and gifts, I enjoy shopping there for unique gifts for family and friends. I must also note that in these days when many parents are naming their children with very unique names it is nice to be able to get them a gift with their name.
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As parents we often try to convey to our children how our love for them is unconditional. It will not end or be less if they spill their milk, forget to pick up their toys or stay up too late. Donna Keith’s, I Love You Just Because!, let’s even the youngest kids know, that our love does not need to be earned.
This good-sized, board book will not suffer rips as little ones try to read it themselves or turn the pages. It is sturdy and is sure to be a favorite. The adorable artwork of a teddy bear family captivates kids and parents alike. If you have read Donna Keith’s first 2 books you will be delighted to know this is the same bear family.
Along with the story there are applicable Bible verses like: I prayed for this child. The Lord answered my prayer and gave him to me. 1 Samuel 1:27
Throughout the story the 3 cubs who are very different (panda bear, polar bear,brown bear) learn they are loved for just being themselves.
If you would like to try to win a copy of this great book, you are in luck because we are having a giveaway. Just enter using the Rafflecopter widget below. You must not have won another FlyBy giveaway in the last 30 days to qualify on this or any other blog. Approval of the winner is at the discretion of FlyBy Publishing. Open to US residents. Good Luck!!!
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Anyone that know me, knows that I try to live as naturally as possible. I do not use harmful pesticides in my yard or garden, do not use toxic cleaners or detergents in my home and try to find more natural ways to do most everything. I truly believe the amount of harmful chemicals in our everyday products are the reason cancer, infertility, autism, miscarriage and Alzheimer’s rates have risen so dramatically. As the mother of a cancer survivor getting rid of toxic products is of paramount importance to me.
I really have an issue with chemicals in baby and children’s products, so I have replaced the ones we use with non-toxic options. Baby wipes are something most parents use every day with little ones and did you know that most are filled with dangerous chemicals? They are, and so are hand and face wipes and towelettes.
As a mother of 5 and with my youngest child having a dirty face or hands about 100 times through the day, I know that baby wipes are useful way beyond the diaper stage. I keep baby wipes on me at all times. Seriously they are in my car, in my purse, in my tote bag, in the house and they come on vacation. I would never travel without them. They are so handy for so many little emergencies we parents face on a daily basis.
There is no questions that I need baby wipes, it is just the toxic chemicals in them that I don’t condone. Short of making my own, I was stuck. That is why I was so glad to find WaterWipes when shopping at my local Babies “R” Us recently. WaterWipes are a thick, durable wipe that is great for diaper changes, hands and faces. Best of all WaterWipes contain only two ingredients, 99.9% pure Irish water and 0.1% grapefruit seed extract.
I picked up a couple of he 60-count resealable packs and have to say, I am very impressed. They work great and I just put them through the paces on our recent vacation. Since they are in soft resealable packs they are easy for me to pop in a tote, my purse, backpack or beach bag.
With eating in the car, hiking, going to the beach, hanging around the pool and in our hotel they got a workout and worked perfectly. They are gentle and effective, do the job I need them to and I don’t worry about spreading nasty chemicals all over my kids. WaterWipes are a safer, natural option and one we will be using from now on.
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I recently discovered a lovely candy company, actually it is the Lovely Candy Company and all of their confections are consciously crafted with the best ingredients available! When you indulge your sweet tooth with Lovely Candy you are making a smart choice. Their candy is kosher, gluten-free, non-GMO, has zero trans fats and no high fructose corn syrup or artificial ingredients.
Their natural caramels use real butter, sweetened condensed milk and pure vanilla to create a decadent treat.
Fruit chews are a very popular candy but the Lovely Candy Company makes a fruit chew with the purest, all natural ingredients and real fruit bits to make a deliciously chewy candy treat loved by kids and adults alike.
Their all natural Fudgee Rolls have a rich “fudge” flavor profile in a soft, chewy bite-size piece that will remind you of one of your childhood favorites. A smart indulgence when you want a chewy, better-for-you treat that won’t stick to your teeth.
Last but not least, their gluten-free licorice that started the company. These bite size candy treats combine natural flavors and ingredients with true licorice extract for a lovely flavor experience.
I was amazed at how great the candy tasted and I tried it all, I had to, how else could I tell you all about it? Everything was so good, I especially love the dark chocolate coconut rolls called Hula Chews and the sea salt caramels. You have to try some yourself.
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Do you have any guilty pleasures? I am sure you do, we all do. One of mine is watching Lifetime Movies. I bet I share that with some of you. Did you know you can start a free 7 day trial of The Lifetime Movie Club. You can watch all the commercial free Lifetime movies you want, anytime you want. You will also love that a new movie is posted every day
You can watch on many platforms like iPhone, iPad, iPod, Roku Player with additional platforms being added soon.
Speaking of Lifetime Movies I think the most bizarre Lifetime Movie I ever watched was Invisible Child staring Rita Wilson (wife of Tom Hanks). That was just the most crazy movie from start to finish. She really believed she had an invisible child. I would love to know the most bizarre or best movie you have watched on Lifetime. Please share it with me in the comments. Also let me know if you start the 7 day trial and how you like it.
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I love being a woman, I cherish so many incredible experiences like; feeling my children grow inside me, giving birth, nurturing my child from my own body and so much more. We can experience all that and be amazing, successful women on a professional level too!
I embrace all aspects of being a woman except that time of the month. I know it is essential to our fertility and serves a purpose but that does not mean it is pleasant. I tend to spoil myself a little during that time, let myself indulge on those chocolate cravings my body is demanding.
Chocolate cravings are something many women have right before or when they have their period and it is probably because chocolate makes us feel better as it releases serotonin to our brains. It has been said that eating chocolate can produce the same type of euphoric feelings that falling in love does. So does that mean we have a love affair with chocolate? I know I do and since I believe in moderation in diet, I don’t beat myself up for eating it. I eat healthy, so if I have a special chocolate dessert or candy bar during my period, I don’t feel guilty.
The changing hormone levels associated before and during our period can trigger all kinds of cravings. Some women crave carbohydrates, meats, high fat food and more. Anyway, back to chocolate, I want to share a recipe that will not only satisfy your chocolate cravings but will make your whole family happy.
Chocolate chip cookies are one of my favorites but you know I love a good ice cream sundae. I love a sundae with vanilla bean ice cream, hot fudge, caramel, fresh whipped cream, chopped nuts and a cherry. This dessert combines my two favorites, so I can have my cookie and ice cream sundae! Below you can follow the video tutorial and print the recipe to make this yourself. It is guaranteed to satisfy everyone’s chocolate cravings!
Recipe from Mommy Ramblings -http://www.MommyRamblings.org
When I was shopping at Walmart for the ingredients I picked up a couple U by Kotex® NEW Style ‘N Store Packs in the feminine care aisle. Have you seen these? I was impressed, they are really fun and different. The pads or liners store in these little drawers and they don’t stand out the way typical packages do because they come in 4 unique designs. If your husband or significant other feels awkward picking up these types of products, the packaging on these should not cause him to be embarrassed.
I selected the U by Kotex® Cleanwear® Ultra Thin Pads that feature a 3D Capture Core* with Xpress DRI* cover for crazy fast absorption to help stop leaks because leaks are not pretty. These pads stay secure thanks to the unique shape of the Tru-Fit® wings. The super soft sides are comfortable not irritating as can be the case with other pads.
I also picked up a box of U by Kotex® Barely There® Liners. These liners are made to feel just like your underwear and they really do! They work great everyday or when my period is light. I love that they come in Style ‘N Store packs because the bold designs and colors look great in my linen closet. I know it is a small thing but Kotex’s NEW Style ‘N Store Packs make me smile along with the savings I find at Walmart.
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I hope you try the recipe, let me know in the comments if you do. Also, share #WhatMattersToU during that time of the month.
Hello, I’m Carolyn! I am a PR Savvy, WAH Mom to 5! I love Photography, Baking, DIY Projects, Crafts, Cooking and making memories with my family. I love sharing reviews and giveaways too!
