Christmas

By Shannon Gurnee
In Blu-ray Review
Nov 18th, 2012
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This holiday season, The Muppets bring a hilarious twist to this classic Christmas tale for the very first time on Blu-ray Combo Pack!  On November 6, 2012, the Charles Dickens-inspired classic holiday story The Muppet Christmas Carol (20th Anniversary Edition), will ring in its 20th anniversary with the Blu-ray debut of this family favorite. And […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Holiday
Nov 15th, 2012
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Have you ever racked your brain trying to find a great, unique gift that is affordable and really speaks to that special someone? Scoping the usual places for gifts and shopping in general can be a time consuming task and when you have three kids with mouths to feed, homework, playtime, and the gazillion other […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Events
Nov 15th, 2012
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I grew up in Southern California and Knott’s Berry Farm was one of the theme parks in the area that I enjoyed going to.  We even had school events at Knott’s Berry Farm.  And when I go, I always look forward to the giant pickles and the delicious biscuits and gravy at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
Nov 13th, 2012
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This weekend, I was invited to check out the Grand Re-Opening of Orchard Supply Hardware in Pismo Beach, California.  It’s been a long time since I’ve visited Orchard Supply Hardware and let me tell you, after walking through the store and checking out the changes that have been made, I will definitely be back! For […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Nov 2nd, 2012
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Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?  SpongeBob SquarePants!  On Tuesday, November 6, 2012, Nickelodeon and Paramount Pictures will release SpongeBob SquarePants: It’s A SpongeBob Christmas!  It’s SpongeBob like you’ve never seen before – in a full-length stop-motion animated special!  Jingle the bells, put up some mistletoe and make a cup of...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Holiday Gift Guide
Nov 1st, 2012
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Halloween is over and the holidays are upon us!  I don’t know about you, but I’m already starting to think about my holiday shopping list and am starting to hunt for holiday bargains and deals.  Are you?  Well, if you are, you’ll want to check out the Friends & Family Event on Sunday, November 4th. […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Oct 23rd, 2012
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Believe it or not, Christmas is just around the corner!  In our family, we like to do send out Christmas cards, family pictures, and a family newsletter that talks about our year.  With the internet today, the choices for a company to meet your printing needs can be overwhelming!  PaperDirect is here to help you! […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Holiday Fun
Jan 2nd, 2012
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Yes, it’s New Year’s Day, but I just realized I didn’t get a chance to post our experience of choosing our tree for Christmas.  It was the first time I ever took all three boys on my own to pick out a tree and it was a lot of fun!  I knew how to do […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
Dec 29th, 2011
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While the boys are spending part of their Winter Break with their dad, I had the opportunity to travel down to Southern California and visit with some of my friends.  One of the trips I had planned was to Disneyland.  I was excited to go with my friends, Caryn (from Rockin Mama) and Brian!   […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Cake Decorating with Wilton
Dec 25th, 2011
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I have loved my title as a Wilton Mom and the memories I have made with my family and friends through Wilton products.  I love it when the holidays are here – Christmas, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and Halloween because it gives me the chance to decorate holiday inspired treats.  This year, one […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 24th, 2011
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Christmas is almost here and POWER A has some very cute stocking stuffers or items to put under the tree.  If you own a Nintendo DS or a Wii, these items are great accessories to own!  POWER A provides an eclectic and quirky mix of fun via video game accessories that amplify interactive entertainment. PRO […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 24th, 2011
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The holiday season is here and shoppers everywhere are bustling around in search of the perfect gift for family and friends.  After working, shopping, and preparing for the holidays, one is not left with much energy to do the cooking!  That is where Boston Market comes to your rescue. Since families are getting down to […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 19th, 2011
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Oh man!  I cannot believe that Christmas is now only 6 days away!  However, for me, it’s really only 5 days, since the boys will be spending Christmas morning with their dad and we’ll be celebrating Christmas on Christmas Eve.  Am I ready?  No, not totally, but I’m getting there.  It’s forecasted that Wednesday is […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 12th, 2011
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Chuggington….chugga chugga chugga, chugga chugga chugga, chugga chugga chugga Chuggington!  We love watching “Chuggington” in our home.  Sam knows all of the trains names and interacts with the television show as we watch it.  “Chuggington” is filled with bright colors, songs, friendships, and more!  As a Chuggington Conductor, I had the a...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 7th, 2011
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On November 22, 2011, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment released Prep & Landing on DVD!  Prep & Landing is an adorable holiday story about a high-tech team of elves who ensures homes around the world are properly prepared for their visit from Santa.  After working for a tireless 227 years, an elf named Wayne, voiced […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 6th, 2011
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Every year, my family has enjoyed the yummy foods from Hickory Farms.  For me, Hickory Farms brings back memories of Cheese Balls, Cheese, Meat, and Crackers on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s.  It reminds me of the laughter, jokes, and enjoyment of food we experienced as a family around the holidays.  Now, I […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 2nd, 2011
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On November 15th, Anchor Bay Entertainment released The Littlest Angel on DVD.  A colorful adaptation of the fifteenth best-selling children’s book of all time, The Littlest Angel takes us on a rousing adventure with a young, and sometimes mischievous, Angel, who must return to earth and earn his wings, a task that doesn’t prove to be […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Dec 1st, 2011
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The holidays are upon us and people everywhere are dressing up their homes in holiday attire.  One of my favorite places to shop for holiday decorations is Walmart.  There is a variety of decorations at budget-friendly prices.              I was recently given the opportunity to shop for three different items, priced […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Nov 25th, 2011
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On November 15th, 2011, Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Entertainment released the newest Dora adventures for the holidays – Dora the Explorer: Celebrate with Dora on DVD.  Join Dora for her favorite festivities in this new 3-DVD box set!  The special box set includes “Dora’s Christmas!,” “Dora’s Halloween,” a...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Christmas
Nov 25th, 2011
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My boys LOVE to build things – whether they are cars, planes, boats, or fire stations!  MegaBloks is a brand I trust and that I buy for my boys, helping them to develop their creative energies through play.  The MegaBloks Blok Squad Fire Station is a lot of fun for kids ages 6 and up. The […]...
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