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Review: Manchester by the Sea
Manchester by the Sea is opening in theaters across the U.S. starting today (it opens in Dallas/FW November 25th). It’s already getting rave reviews from the critics and has been selected as an Official Selection for several film festivals such as the 2016 New York and Sundance Film Festivals. The movie is also getting lots of Oscar buzz for Best Picture and Best Actor for Casey Affleck who gives his best performance of his career. I believe it could earn Oscar nominations in several categories, it’s that good. Synposis: In Manchester by the Sea, the latest film from award-winning writer and director Kenneth Lonergan, the life of a…
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Losing Aaron: Remembering a Superhero from Afar
This past week has been filled with such sadness, and I am having a hard time finding words to explain why. It took my husband and I almost a week to tell our kids because our hearts were filled with such grief, such pain and such loss. On Monday, October 10, I was reminded about the greatest enemy in life – death. Eight years, I wrote about a sweet young boy, Aaron, who was diagnosed with cancer. For eight years, the world saw Aaron as a fighter, a beautiful soul, a force to be reckoned with and most of all the things, he is most definitely a hero. I say this…
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It’s Island Time – Galveston Island!!
Looking for a great place for that next girl’s trip?! Go to Galveston, Texas!! It’s just a short drive or plane ride away from all major cities in Texas and you will love it!! It’s not just a beach destination or a port to catch a cruise – it’s much more. We discovered how much more recently when my sisters and I decided to take my mother there for her birthday weekend! Let’s start with shopping. Okay, my family (2 sisters and mother) love to shop. That’s our entertainment and that’s how we bond. Galveston has a treasure trove of cute boutique shops. I have been to the Historic Strand area…
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Baby Registry Wishlist: What to Buy
This post was created in partnership with Baby Cubby. Building a baby registry is overwhelming! Trying to register for a baby can be challenging, so we have put together a wishlist of “what we would tell our pregnant selves now” registry. TOP 5 #1. Swaddle Blankets like these from Aden + Anais #2. Front Baby Carrier like the award-winning Ergobaby #3. Bottle Warmer like this one from Avent, which transitions well in to a baby food warmer too. #4. Pack ‘N Play like this one from Nuna – don’t forget sheets – these are differently sized than crib sheets. #5. Changing Table with dresser like this posh Babyletto Here are…
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4 Things to Consider When Moving Overseas
My journey overseas began exactly two years ago for me and my family. Living overseas in a brand new country is one of the few life experiences that changes you completely. You are never going to be the same person you were back at home. So much of what we do is taken for granted, and living overseas changes your perspective on life and how you live it – mainly because you start paying close attention to what would normally seem like mundane moments and strangers. Here are four things to consider if you and your family are considering moving overseas. #1. FOMO. Suffering from fear of missing out. As…
