This is a sponsored post for FrontGate Media and Zondervan. All opinions are mine. Have you heard of the Enneagram personality test? Zondervan has partnered with author and Enneagram coach Ainsley Britain for a fun new book for teens about this personality test. It's a great introduction book for teens to discover their type and gain valuable insights into their relationships, faith, future selves, and more. About the Enneagram For Teens As one of the most popular personality-typing … [Read more...]
The Firing Squad Movie Review
I was sent an early screener of this film from FrontGate Media. All opinions are mine alone. The Firing Squad Movie Synopsis Inspired by a true story, 'The Firing Squad' is a powerful journey of redemption on death row. In the heart of Indonesia, three condemned prisoners facing execution find unexpected solace within prison walls. Grappling with their pasts and imminent demise, they embark on an extraordinary transformation. Embracing Christianity, they discover hope, forgiveness, … [Read more...]
National Reading Month: Netflix for Kids Based on Books
March is National Reading Month! National Reading Month is an important opportunity to encourage reading every day and to foster a love of books for children across the country. 5 Tips to Encourage Kids to Read More In an era dominated by screens and digital entertainment, fostering a love for reading in children can be challenging. However, instilling the joy of reading in young minds not only enhances their academic skills but also nurtures their imagination and creativity. Here are … [Read more...]
Twilight Movie Cheese Board
Excerpted from Once Upon a Rind In Hollywood by Rachel Riederman. Copyright © 2023 Ulysses Press. Reprinted with permission from Ulysses Press. New York, NY. All rights reserved. As you know, we are big Twilight fans in the Long House. We've visited Forks and La Push, Washington many times and brought many family and friends on a self-guided Twilight movie tour. So when I saw this new book that had a fun Twilight movie cheese board - I knew that I wanted to share it with you. THE … [Read more...]
Best Pokemon Gifts – A Holiday Gift Guide
This year is the year of Pokemon in our home. In fact, all my son wants for Christmas is all things Pokemon. So I have compiled a list of the best Pokemon Gifts. I also recently completed a parenting devotional online that talked about getting involved in your kid's interests. So Nate and I have been playing Pokemon Go! I am learning all the different Pokemon with him. And he's been collecting the cards. We've been having fun. Best Pokemon Gifts (A Pokemon Gift Guide) Cards and … [Read more...]
Buy Family Movies this Holiday Season
New movies are often on our stocking stuffer list during the Holiday season. Family-friendly movies are always a hit in our home. We love family movie nights. This year there were so many great family-friendly movies available. Here are six that were sent to us for review and that we enjoyed. They'd all make great gift ideas for the kids in your home. A Blu-ray fits great inside a stocking too! Buy Family Movies Turning Red In Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red, confident, dorky … [Read more...]
Teen Easter Basket Ideas
Isabella is already 14 and still absolutely loves getting a great Easter Basket. Her gift preferences might have changed over the years, but she's still pretty easy to please with Easter gifts. I'd love to know what you're giving your teens for Easter. Leave me a comment below with ideas. As I scour the internet for ideas for teen Easter basket ideas, I wanted to share some of my favorite ideas. Teen Easter Basket Themes: Instead of a traditional basket, you can get creative with your … [Read more...]
