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Jurassic World Movie Night With Mike & Ike and Peeps

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Jurassic World Movie

Our Halloween night was supposed to look like this…  trick-or-treating through the neighborhood, then a Halloween Festival at a nearby church, and last, a viewing of Jurassic World.  I visioned the kids and I and Tim sitting on the couch together, a blanket covering our laps, popcorn in hand and Mike and Ike’s and Peeps on our snack plates.  Maybe you see where I’m going with this.  It didn’t happen.  Tim and I talked about what we thought was going to be such a fun night for a week before Halloween.  It would be a Halloween night unlike any other, we thought.  Well, it was.  It was the quietest Halloween ever.  Madelyn was sick and Sebastian went to a friend’s house.  That left Tim and I taking care of Madelyn who was in no condition to stay up to watch a movie.   We took her to the Halloween Festival but left soon after because she had a coughing attack.  🙁

I am sort of glad Madelyn didn’t watch it with Tim and I once we had time to watch it as she is very sensitive to violence, which this movie does not lack – but in a fun way for kids over 12 or so and who can handle some gore and suspense.  If you haven’t already seen Jurassic World, now is the time to plan a date night or family movie night!  This movie is fast paced, energetic and even the dinosaurs were full of character.  The CGI was wonderfully done allowing us to feel like we were flying in the world of dinosaurs ourselves.

Jurassic World DVD

I think I’ve only been to a movie once in my life when I didn’t have popcorn.  Having a special snack is a huge part of the movie experience to me. Mike & Ike and Peeps candy have Jurassic World themed candies for a limited time so get them while you can!   Mike & Ike are available in Jurassic World themed boxes and feature a variety of tropical fruit flavors with a mystery-flavored ‘Dino Egg’ bean inside.   Peeps offers fans Peeps Jurassic World Marshmallow Eggs!

Get your copy of Jurassic World on DVD today at Amazon.com.

PBS Kids Premieres Dinosaur Train “Submarine Adventure” Special Feb. 18th

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What will you be doing February 18th?  Well, I have something for you to add to your list.  Watch DINOSAUR TRAIN on PBS Kids!

Everyone’s favorite Pteranodon family rides the DINOSAUR TRAIN Submarine to meet sea creature friends in an all-new science special airing February 18th on PBS KIDS.

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Everyone’s favorite Pteranodon family will dive into an underwater adventure in “Submarine Adventure.” The one-hour program will feature four new stories about sea creatures that lived during the “Age of Dinosaurs.” Preschoolers will meet new friends along the way – from Otto Ophthalmosaurus to Archelon turtles – as they learn about natural science, natural history and paleontology. As part of this multiplatform event, DINOSAUR TRAIN will also feature new content online and on mobile this February. The special will also be available on DVD starting February 19th.

“PBS KIDS strives to use media to light a spark – a thirst for learning that will empower kids to actively pursue their interests long after the screen is turned off,” said Lesli Rotenberg, General Manager, Children’s Programming, PBS. “DINOSAUR TRAIN leads kids on this path of exploration with content that is fun and educational, like the ‘Submarine Adventure’ special, which will engage kids in learning natural science and paleontology concepts, while also inspiring them to embark on their own learning adventures in the world around them.”

On-air Special Program Descriptions:

“Otto Ophthalmosaurus”

When the Pteranodon family takes the Dinosaur Train under the sea to visit their friend Elmer Elasmosaurus, they learn that the Elasmosaurus family is leaving the station to follow their food – the fish. Buddy wants to follow, but the train tunnel doesn’t go that way – so Mr. Conductor decides to take the family in a brand-new invention, the Dinosaur Train Submarine! On their journey, they meet a marine reptile called Otto Ophthalmosaurus, who guides the submarine deeper than it’s ever been, and even helps them find their way out of a sea cave.

“Shoshana Shonisaurus”

The Pteranodon family goes under the sea again to ride the Dinosaur Train Submarine – this time they go to meet Shoshana Shonisaurus, an enormous marine reptile that’s something between a dolphin and a whale. Since Shoshana loves to dive very deep, Shiny has a problem with following her to the bottom of the sea. Shoshana kindly helps Shiny get over her fear of diving deep.

“Maisie Mosasaurus”

The Pteranodon family goes back underwater in the Dinosaur Train Submarine and meets Maisie and Marvin Mosasaurus, a daughter and father who are huge, fast-swimming lizards with flippers. Maisie and Shiny bond when they discover neither likes to go deep in the water. The Pteranodons and Mosasaurus have a great time near the ocean’s surface, each family showing the other how they hunt and catch fish to eat.

“A Sea Turtle Tale”

The Pteranodon family is on the beach watching small eggs hatch and baby Archelon turtles emerge and start to swim away.  The family and Mr. Conductor get into the Dinosaur Train Submarine and follow the baby Archelons, who discover their own facts of nature – that their mother doesn’t stay with them after they’re born and that they will grow up to be giant-sized sea turtles.

Take a fun DINOSAUR TRAIN Facebook quiz and test your dino knowledge!

Dinosaur Train submarine adventure quiz

Online and Mobile Content:

Both full episodes and clips from “Submarine Adventure” will be available on the PBS KIDS Video Player at PBSKIDS.org/video and on the PBS KIDS Video App beginning February 19th.

DVD:

PBS Distribution will release DINOSAUR TRAIN “Submarine Adventure” on February 19, 2013. The DVD is available for preorder now on shopPBS.org.

From the renowned Jim Henson Company, the hit DINOSAUR TRAIN series encourages scientific thinking and other skills as it teaches children about natural science, natural history and paleontology. The series is part of PBS KIDS’ ongoing commitment to prepare kids for success in school and in life, with cross-platform content that supports learning in key areas such as science, math, and literacy.

Giveaway: DROP DEAD DIVA Season One box set!

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Drop Dead Diva: Season One box set giveaway

To celebrate the June 1st release of Drop Dead Diva: Season One on DVD we are giving a lucky reader a two-disc DVD set!

Enter to win an Official DROP DEAD DIVA: SEASON 1 Two-Disc DVD Set (with exclusive bonus content including short films, deleted scenes and all-new behind-the-scenes featurettes)

  • Winner must be in the US and have a non PO box shipping address
  • Winner must claim the prize within 14 days of contest end date

DROP DEAD DIVA: SEASON 1 DVD hits streets on June 1, 2010!

Lifetime’s quirky comedic drama series, Drop Dead Diva, is about a fateful accident that brings one joyous woman into a whole new world of love, life, and career adventures through a new set of eyes.
Drop Dead Diva is the story of a beautiful-but-vapid model wannabe Deb (Brooke D’Orsay) who has  a fatal car accident and finds herself in the body of the recently deceased Jane Bungum (Brooke Elliott), a brilliant plus-size attorney.
By a twist of fate and a bolt of divine intervention, Deb can no longer rely on her fabulous looks to pull her through.  Now, the new Jane must confront the challenges of her adventurous new life, love and career — as well as her curvier frame — in the ultimate showdown of brains and beauty.
Life can really throw you curves — especially in this breakthrough Lifetime TV comedy!

Watch a trailer here.

DVD Special Features:

  • Dreamisodes, Deleted Scenes, Rosie’s Rap, Dropping in with Drop Dead Diva, and Cho and Tell

Starring:

  • Comedian Margaret Cho, Brooke Elliott, and Brooke D’Orsay

Guest Appearances include:

  • Rosie O’Donnell, Paula Abdul, Tim Gunn, Liza Minelli, …and many more!

To enter answer any or all of these questions in the comments below:

  • Which was your favorite Drop Dead Diva episode and why?
  • Who was your favorite guest star?
  • Never watched?  That’s OK.  Just tell us why you want to win.

Hurry, entries accepted through June 1st!

Marlise Karlin: Imagine CD – a stressed mom’s hero

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I have major sleep and relaxation issues resulting from.. having two kids, bad dreams, car accident, and other issues that I’m guessing 85% of the population share with me so I am always looking for ways to de-stress my mind and body and fall asleep easier.  I was introduced to Marlise Karlin in May 2009 and wrote about her tips for living well, here.  Now, Marlise has a new CD out that I can’t wait to listen to in its entirety and hope to soon.

Marlise is a world renowned spiritual teacher who has traveled the globe, teaching people how to reconnect with their true essence to bring peace and balance back into their lives by experiencing The Simplicity of Stillness.™

Countless people from every culture around the world have attended Marlise’s Programs and are attesting to the extraordinary benefits that her Stillness Sessions® have brought to their lives, from experiencing a sense of peace rarely felt, to finding balance and wellbeing, from releasing years of road blocks, to discovering what they really want out of life and how to create it.

Marlise has just released her latest Stillness Session on CD called “Imagine.”

Stillness Sessions™ are an experiential form of teaching designed to move people beyond the limitations and agitations of the mind and into their natural state of being. These journeys are accompanied by music and words infused with the profound energy and vibration of Stillness.

Listen to a sample track here.

Marlise Karlin’s Imagine CD can be purchased here.  The CD retails at $17.95 and is an hour long.

Become a fan of Marlise Karlin on Facebook here and follow Marlise on Twitter here.

I hope to write a more personal review and giveaway a copy of Marlise Karlin’s new CD, Imagine, soon.

Sign up for Marlise Karlin’s Opening to Love teleseminar here.

Read my May 2009 article about Marlise Karlin titled: Marlise Karlin Offers Five Simple Tips for Living Life Well, here, on TheMommyInsider.com.

Review: Jewel Lullaby CD

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The combination of Jewel’s angelic voice and the timeless lullaby classics such as Twinkle Twinkle Little Star will make your heart flutter and you’ll want to stay in your baby’s room while she is lulled to sleep by Jewel’s voice.

Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jewel partnered with Fisher-Price and Somerset Entertainment to debut her first-ever independent release, Lullaby.  The 15-track album features 10 self-penned songs and classics including Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and Somewhere Over the Rainbow which as you can imagine are beautifully sung by Jewel.  The acoustic record is reminiscent of Jewel’s twelve-time platinum album, Pieces of You.

Lullaby is a wonderful album for busy moms to listen to at the end of the day and if you’re like me and you need to create a peaceful car riding environment for the kids (and yourself!), just put Lullaby in your car CD player and I’m pretty sure your kids, no matter what their age, will be calm and quiet within a matter of seconds.  Just don’t fall asleep while driving!

Jewel states that “It’s the perfect album to relax to at the end of a long day,” and I agree.  “It’s really a mood album.  It’s great for children, but adults will love it too.”

Lullaby was produced by Jewel and recorded at her home studio in Stephenville, Texas and is available at major retailers in the baby and infant departments, as well as online at jeweljk.com and iTunes.  Get your copy today!
Listen to samples here.