Embracing a Healthy Family

Slim-Fast 1-2-3 Plan New Shakes & Sephora $25 GC Giveaway - 5 Winners 11/24 - Winners Announced



Congratulations to: Chris Stevens, Susan Clooney, Marilyn Houser, Cassie Brawdy & Amanda Wright
The winners were selected after inputting the extra comments from the post into the Excel Rafflecopter form post exporting and matching the comments with the dates within the form to ensure accuracy.  I then used random.org to select the five random winners.  Thanks to all those who entered!


I've been on the Slim-Fast 1-2-3 Plan consuming their new shakes that allow you to take them with you along with the meal bars and snacks going on my third week.  To date, I've lost six pounds on a very easy diet plan that still provides food that is not only Slim-Fast based and I get a sensible meal that focuses on vegetables, lean protein and a whole wheat starch.  Sounds smart doesn't it?  It's a very easy and an extremely tasty way to lose weight.  I'm a huge chocolate fan and the chocolate shakes are my crutch to get over the calorie counting since they replace meals but are very satisfying.  They report that they curtail hunger for up to four hours.  I think the average is three but by the time I'm feeling hungry again, it's time for a snack.
Shakes 
Snack BarsMeal Bars
It's a great plan of breakfast and lunch with a shake or meal bar, a sensible dinner and three snacks in between.  I've read many times how this is a great approach to keeping your body going with smaller snacks through the day.  Your snacks can be their snacks or you can pop in some almonds, an apple or something from the big list of recommendations.  The online support is just as good.  You can track your progress, the calorie intake, exercise, water and find great recipes and tips.  It's an all in one great way to lose weight and get healthier.  The food choices are healthy ways to change behaviors and changing the behavior is the long term key in keeping the weight off.

I tend to run my errands during the morning and when I want to get moving, I just grab a shake and go.  It's so easy and again, so tasty.  They even have a low carb alternative for those watching carbs too.  My store didn't sell them so I wasn't able to try those.  I know the Milk Chocolate and Rich Chocolate Royale are amazing.  They are rich, chocolaty and taste like chocolate with no bad after taste. They are filling and take the cravings away for chocolate.  I also tried the Chocolate Cookie Dough, Chocolate Fudge Brownie and the Chewy Chocolate Crisp meal bars and they are like eating a candy bar.  For those of us that are chocolate addicts, it's really the diet for them.  My goal is to lose the weight I want and to continue learning to choose healthy snacks and sensible meals.

You can read my other two posts: starting out losing weight and lost weight.



Sephora Gift Card - $50
The Giveaway:

Five readers will win a $25 Sephora Gift Card!  Since Christmas is coming, a great gift idea or a way to pamper yourself after you shed some unwanted pounds on the new Slim-Fast Shakes as I am doing!

To Enter:

Follow the details in the Rafflecopter entry form and that's it!
*Disclaimer:  I received complimentary product, Sephora Gift Cards and the opportunity to provide this giveaway from Slim-Fast.  The opinions are of my own.

Carmex Healing Cream and Lotion Review & Giveaway 11/22


Carmex is a name most of us know and have used at least once.  When you hear Carmex, you think of lip care because they have built an excellent reputation around their lip care products.  It's the one I turn to when my lips need some attention.  Now Carmex introduces Healing Cream and Healing Lotion.  This is wonderful for those of us that prefer the Carmex brand.  For this review, two reviewers used the products on their children since it was ideal given issues of chapped skin.


The Healing Lotion was used on a one year old active toddler who was experiencing rough, dry patches on her knees due to crawling.  The cream was applied after another brand was not working.  Within two days, the skin was healed and restored back to his soft clear appearance.  The Healing Cream was used on my eight year old who was experiencing chapped hands from improper hand washing or more like not drying her hands off.  I'm happy that I can at least say that as that shows she understands the importance of clean hands!  Within three days, her hands went from dry, red and sore to smooth and clear.  Neither children had any reactions to the cream and lotion.  I have also used it on my hands and like how it feels and smells.  The cream tends to be a bit heavier and leaves a slight film behind but it was absorbed in a short amount of time.

Overall, both products worked and I will definitely turn to Carmex for my skin needs.

More Information:

Healing Cream can be used anywhere the skin feels dry, can be used daily, absorbs fast for a non-greasy feel, contains rich healing ingredients to include aloe and vitamin E and is available in a tube or pump.

Healing Lotion can be used on your driest skin especially the knees, hands, feet and elbows, contains nine healing ingredients, concentrated so only a small amount is needed, absorbs fast for a non-greasy feel and is available in tube or pump.

About Carmex:

For over 70 years people have come to love the healing power of Carmex lip balms.

Check out our other giveaways too!

The Giveaway:

One winner will receive the same prize pack I received in the picture of two tubes of Carmex Healing Cream and two tubes of Carmex Healing Lotion!










*Disclosure:  I received a complimentary prize pack of products for this review/giveaway by Carmex.  The opinions are of my own.

Chuck: The Complete Fourth Season on DVD/Blu-Ray

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Are you a Chuck fan?  Do you watch diligently and have a good feel for what is going to happen?  Do ou also wonder what you would do if put in the same situation?  I do when I watch shows and Chuck is no different.  In season four, there are many different story lines and twists that keeps you guessing and wanting more.  In one episode, Morgan has been avoiding his mother's house so he wouldn't have to face Big Mike. Big Mike reveals that he is proud of Morgan’s new role in the company. After spending months out at sea, he has realized that Morgan's mother is the source of his happiness, and reveals his intention to propose. Morgan hires him, and Big Mike entrusts Morgan with the proposal ring until Morgan judges him "worthy of his mother's love." 


Isn't that a clever spin on ensuring intentions are true?  I think it was a great way to hold Big Mike accountable and to ensure his love was not hidden by ulterior motives.  I would have given him my blessing especially with taking my mom's feelings into account if she really loved him.

How would you have handled this situation? Would you have given Big Mike your blessing?


In season four, the geek gone spy is putting everything on the line, available for pre-order here: http://bit.ly/r3n2er







I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord division to raise awareness for Chuck: The Complete Fourth Season on DVD/Blu-Ray.

2011 Christmas Gift Guide & Seeking Sponsors

We are starting Christmas early and wanted to share our work in progress Gift Guide.  If you are a sponsor, we would love to add you.  Otherwise, please enjoy what we are putting together and be on the look out for updates!


Cheap Christmas Present: Lego Rock Band for wii $12.49

What a great deal and a way to save money for Christmas!  I'm grabbing one up for my kids!


Perricone Anti Wrinkle Creams that Work: $150 Product of Your Choice Giveaway 11/15 - US Only

Wrinkles .... the worry I despise as I'm not one of those women who embrace aging.  I am fighting it every step of the way and why not?  We spend half of our lives being old so why not try to look as good as long as possible.  I can still age but I don't want to have premature wrinkles.  I've always been searching for the holy grail for anti wrinkle creams that work.  I have to admit that I have purchased Perricone MD in the past and would again except I lost my job and have to scale back.  I don't like cutting back in this department however so if you are like me, you are going to love this giveaway.  I've tried many creams and serums but there is one that I would love to try from Perricone and it's the DMAE lotion.

DMAE is an abbreviation for dimthylaminoethanol which is a non-irritating anti-oxidant that is reported to make skin firmer, smoother and brighter while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  If you don't know about Perricone MD, there are a host of products that provide for total body care.  I even follow Perricone on Twitter to hear about the latest and greatest news and products.  There's even a great recipe book that helps you eat healthier.  This is one of the many things I like about Dr. Perricone is the total approach to healthy he touts and encourages his customers and followers to pursue.

Check out our other giveaways too!

The Giveaway:

Your choice of a Perricone product $150* or less <-- isn't that awesome?

*Free shipping on orders over $50

To Enter:

Leave a comment telling me which $150 or less Perricone product you want to try or have and why.  This is a mandatory entry before completing the extra entries.

Extra Entries: *Disclosure: I will receive a product in exchange for this giveaway.

Shutterfly and My Best Tips for a Great Family Photo

Christmas will be here before we know it and if you are like me, that's when you gather the family for the big family picture.  It's a time that some just get dressed, pose and smile while others spend a lot of time trying to figure out what everyone will wear, where they will get the photo taken and then fretting if everyone will smile or someone will inevitably have their eyes shut.  It seems that the older my girls get, I have to take a series of photos to just get them all with their eyes open.  Four girls is a lot to coordinate ranging in ages from 1 to 23.  I usually steer clear of the photos but perhaps I'll be a part of it this year.  I love the family pictures because I love preparing my Christmas Cards every year.  The card to the left is one I chose from Shutterfly last year and is available this year too.

There is just something magical about picking the perfect Holiday Cards that I look forward to.  From deciding their dresses to the location to picking the perfect card that will give my girls justice in their cuteness and beauty, it's an event that I am eager to plan for.  When I do plan for that one great family photo, I start with the attire.  Since they are young, except my 23 year old as she would never go for it, I buy the same dresses for my girls.  It's hard trying to find the same dress in the same size but luckily my friend who has Adorable Baby Clothing, an online clothing store, provides the most beautiful dresses in a variety of sizes.  So my first step, is finding the dress that will fit my grandbaby at size 24 months to my middle one at size 10.  I think finding that ideal outfit or outfits sets the stage for ensuring the picture will look amazing.

Go to the Shutterfly home page.

My second step is to pick the date as I want it to be close enough to Christmas yet not too soon because I'm impatient and will show off my pictures ahead of time.  I usually pick late November so I can get the best choice from Shutterfly, pay normal shipping or take advantage of one of their great offers and still get it in time for mailing in December.  You pay a lot more when you wait too long due to the shipping costs.

My third tip is to pick the right location.  I take my own photos so I think about the area I'm in and will choose a natural setting such as a park or the mountains.  If I decide I have to take them inside, I'll use my photo stands to offer a simple white or black background.  If I had to go to a studio, I would try to find one based on others feedback.  I have had bad experiences with studios which is why I started taking my own.

The actual photo day.  Aside from ensuring everyone's hair is fixed, the best family photos are the one's where everyone is not so rigid.  Having props to let them loosen up and play is fun to do as you never know what you might capture.  A simple flower to a Christmas ornament or more can break the seriousness of the photo to allow your children's innate charm to shine through.  It's also good to layer the children and that I mean to place them at various heights such as having one sitting, one standing and so forth.  When taking the photos, make sure the sun is not shining in anyone's eyes.  The shade is truly best to avoid squinting or complaining that it's too bright.

The best tip is to keep it as stress free as possible for the children. If you make your kids grumpy, you will have a hard time getting a good family picture!

The final step in completing your family picture is choosing the right card.  Here are some of my favorites:


 

How about you?  Any tips on how you make sure you have the perfect family picture?  Need some more great tips or ideas?  Check out the Shutterfly Family Photo Days.  This is a great resource for planning your next family photo and more!



*Disclosure:  I'm writing this post to receive 50 free cards from Shutterfly.  I am a customer of Shutterfly and the opinions expressed are of my own.


One Day Giveaway: chicBuds Blue Leopard Keychain Speakers Giveaway 11/1

Heard of chicBuds?  If you haven't and you listen to music, books or more, you are missing out on something really cool and fun.  I've been a chicBuds customer and love the little speakers that are fashionable and full of life.  They are cute.  They are fun.  They are playful.  They are so much and yet the most important aspect, they are functional.  They work great and are portable so they can go with you and since they plug into your computer, they get recharged with ease.  We have three varieties now and love every one of them.

Our newest edition to the family are the Blue Leopard chicBuds chicBoom Keychain Speakers.  The stylish leopard print also has a sparkling crystal heart to appeal to us blingy girls.  They have a 2 watt amplified speaker that gives four hours of sound on a full rechargeable battery.  It's great on trips or anytime you just want a break from headphones.

Here is an example of the sound:


See?  They have great sound!  We just returned from a trip to the Grand Canyon and I was able to just place it in our bag:


These really are great speakers!  

For more free products and giveaways, go to http://www.facebook.com/chicbuds.


*Disclaimer:  I received a complimentary sample but the opinions are of my own.


Bob Evans Farm Festival

Bob Evans October 14, 15 & 16 - Farm Festival Bob Evans Farm - Rio Grande, OH - 41st Annual

The 41st Annual Bob Evans Farm Festival took place October 14th through October 16th. The Farm Festival offered a glimpse in to living in the past on a farm as well as some good old fashion family fun.  With the various activities ranging from actual live demonstrations to entertainment and not to mention some great tasting food, it was great fun.  Unfortunately, I was only able to spend a day there due to a family emergency.  It was a long, long drive just to have to turn around and go back but the girls did have a good time and since I'm homeschooling, it was a road trip adventure for them.  We had crossed many states so they had a geography lesson along the way.


The Bob Evans Homestead Museum offered visitors a glimpse of the reconstructed counter of the original steak house owned by Bob Evans.  Life size models of Bob Evans and Jewell Evans along with commercials and the history behind the 53 years of history behind Bob Evans' legacy.





This sign was a favorite for my family: A Cattle Tunnel!  Yes, you read it!  A cattle tunnel and isn't that something you rarely see?  



There were many vendors and booths for various things such as pumpkin painting, singing and much more.



Overall, it was a great experience and I wished I had been able to spend the weekend as originally planned.  By the time we arrived, we were tired but made the most of our wonderful hospitality we received.  It's something to try again next year to see how the entire weekend event it.  If you attended the Bob Evans Farm Festival, share your opinion on how you liked it!






*Disclosure:  I did receive tickets/gift basket to attend the Festival but I did not receive financial compensation.

Mamavation



MamavationI'm late posting but better late than never, right?  I finally did well when I took the time to dedicate myself and I lost four pounds this past week.  I just heard the crowds cheering to keep me motivated!  Maybe if I trick myself that if I get to my goal, Johnny Depp will whisk me away for a fabulous weekend getaway.  It could happen ... or not.  Nonetheless, desperate times calls for desperate actions and if I can trick my mind, that is the key.  Telling myself that I don't need that candy bar from Halloween or I don't need that extra helping of potatoes will eventually sink in.  I even tried the approach that to be healthier means I might live longer but there is something about the here and now that didn't allow that to work.

Next came the 'I should be a better example to my children' which did work.  After taking baby steps over the past year or more, I can see how my behavior has affected my eight year old so that is a huge success.  I take that as a layer in meeting my goals.  I also remember Pete telling us to reward ourselves properly.  How many times have you lost a few pounds and wanted to celebrate with some calorie laden desert?  Too many right?  I know that is how I am.  So my layers are coming together and that is where I will achieve my success.  My layers are:

  • Children - leading by example
  • Healthier - for myself and my children
  • Rewards - rewarding properly
  • Mamavation - tapping into this powerhouse of wonderful, supporting moms

My layers have been there and I need to keep using them or start using them.  I am using Slim-Fast's 1-2-3 plan at the moment and that is how I achieved my loss.  Counting calories and being able to have some rich, creamy chocolate shakes satisfies that chocolate need I have.  Knowing that I can still have my veggies, also helps along with lean protein and whole wheat.  It's a win-win to get me to the point of behavior modification.

So this week, with my four pound loss, I'm happy and renewed.  I've also incorporated other family members to help lose weight and get healthier.  Between the six of us, with two not reporting, we lost  14 pounds last week.  Not only are we encouraging one another but we're getting caught up with each other since the group includes cousins who went their separate ways but Facebook brought us all back together.

Week 2 on the 1-2-3 Slim-Fast Diet - 4 Pounds Lost

Last week, I started a healthy challenge with my six members of my family.  We are using Facebook to check in and encourage one another.  My oldest and I have been using the Slim-Fast line of products to accomplish our goals.  Since last Monday, I have lost four pounds.  I'm still waiting for her weigh in but was very pleased to see the loss.  My other family members are losing too and with this mornings check in for three of us, combined, we have lost 12 pounds in a week.  We are not starving and we are eating.  For myself, the 1-2-3 Slim-Fast new shakes are now available with lids so it makes it easy to take with you.  They are very, very good ..did I say VERY good?  That is just one part of the diet as it's a complete meal plan.

Snack BarsMeal Bars

The online Slim-Fast site allows you to enter your profile, how much you weight and how much you want to lose.  It provides a guide in getting to your goal in a safe manner.  Here is a summary of what your average day is like:

  • A meal bar or shake for breakfast and lunch (approximately 190 calories)
  • Three 100 calorie snacks throughout the day with helpful suggestions on smart choices like almonds or apples or convenient snacks such as their snack bars which are really good.
  • One 500 calories sensible meal which they provide great tasting recipes to help you make the journey easier.
Shakes
The shakes are my favorite.  They are rich and you cannot tell they are a diet type product since they don't have that old fiber taste of other brands and they don't leave a horrible after taste.  They are amazingly good.  With the new lids, it makes it easier to take on the go too.  The 500 calorie meals for the 3-2-1 plan include filling your plate 1/2 full of vegetables, 1/4 starch and 1/4 lean protein.  This is a sensible approach in losing and maintaining weight.  The plan allows you to track your progress and encourages water intake and exercise.  It's a smart plan to use in losing weight in a better way as it's slow and it helps to incorporate a lifestyle or behavioral change.

Updated:  I forgot to mention that I have been exercising nearly every day for almost an hour on my recumbent bike.  My daughter has lost two pounds!

So this past week, I lost four pounds.  Stay tuned as I share mine and my family's journey in getting healthy!

To read my first post, please click on the Slim-Fast post here.


*Disclaimer:  I did receive complimentary product but the posts are my opinions and I was not obligated to post.


Devo Olive Oil Company: A Delicious Review

Devo Olive Oil StoreI like to cook and I watch all those fun cooking shows which inspire me to want to cook and learn more.  I watch some chefs using regular vegetable type oils and others using olive oil.  I am partial to the recipes using olive oil as I made the switch some time ago.  I feel vegetable oil has it's place but not for all cooking.  When I was able to review many variations of olive oil from the Devo Olive Oil Company, I could not resist.  Olive oil not only tastes great but it's also healthier.  Many studies have shown the benefits of eating olive oil over other types of oils which is why I made the initial switch.  I had no idea how much better it tasted.  

16 Pack SamplerDevo Olive Oil can be purchased in one of their two locations or online.  They have an amazing number of different variations for all your cooking needs and the bonus I liked is there are a number of recipes on their site and their blog.  You can sign up for their newsletter to stay up to date too.

For one of the flavors, I made French Beignets with Aged Blackberry-Ginger Balsamic and loved them!  One of my daughters didn't but my younger one did and asked me this morning to make more of the Princess and the Frog Beignets.  If you saw the show, that is what Tiana was famous for was her beignets (see the Devo recipe below but here is my picture):


I've also used the Balsamic Olive Oil just for dipping bread which is one of my vices and I'm using the Basil Olive Oil tonight in a pork dish I'm making.

I cannot say enough about these oils.  The flavors I have tried are delicious.  I love the versatility in how I can use them and the Devo site and blog's abundance of recipes tops it off.  Devo Olive Oil is my favorite oil of choice.



Beignet Ingredients:
  •  1/2 cup boiling water
  •  2 tbsp. unsalted butter
  •  1/4 cup sugar
  •  1/2 tsp. salt
  •  1/3 whole milk
  •  1/2 pkg. yeast
  •  1/4 cup warm water
  •  2 eggs, beaten
  •  3 3/4 cups sifted flour
  •  Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions:
  1. Pour boiling water over butter, sugar and salt. Add milk. Let stand until warm.
  2. Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add to milk mixture with the beaten egg. Stir in 2 cups flour. Beat. Add enough flour to make a soft dough.
  3. Cover with waxed paper and a cloth; chill until ready to use.
  4. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Do not let dough rise before frying.
  5. Cut into squares and fry a few at a time in deep hot fat at 360 degrees. Brown; turn and brown on other side.
  6. Drain; sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Makes around two dozen.
For The Aged Blackberry-Ginger Balsamic Reduction:
Directions:
  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, slowly reduce the balsamic vinegar by 50%.  You should have 1/2 cup.  Allow to cool to room temperature which will thicken it further.
  2. Serve with warm beignets.

*Disclosure:  I received product sample but the opinions are of my own.

Mother Goose Club DVD, CDS & Coloring Book Review

Everyone remembers nursery rhymes and Mother Goose is synonymous with nursery rhymes.  I wonder if just as many parents read these to their kids as they do now after all the available resources available to children and parents.  They have a special place in my heart in that they bring back many memories from my childhood to my children ranging in age from 23 to 4.  I received a complimentary set of a Mother Goose Club DVD, CDS & coloring book for review.

Kids love to see kids sing and play and with the Mother Goose DVD, they get that and more.  It's fun, colorful, playful and entertaining not to forget it also teaches.  It's really captivating for the little ones to see such cute rhymes turned into song and little plays that are acted out.  The costumes are adorable and as I mention, are bright and colorful which appeals to the very young as well as the toddler. You can take a peek here:



Isn't it cute?

The CDs include more fun songs and are perfect on the go or if you just want to listen without a television on.  They enjoyed those in the car since they love to sing.  The coloring book was another chance to learn the nursery rhymes while having fun coloring.  The pictures were great and the choices of nursery rhymes was perfect.

The Mother Goose Club has a special $5 off savings on the Mother Goose Super Pack.  You can also purchase products separately.  The site has special viewing samples to see how each product is which is a wonderful way to ensure it's something your child will like.  There are print options if you want some offline activities for them too.

Overall, I think it's a great array of products to entertain and teach your children.  It's set up perfectly with the bright and playful colors, easy to listen to action and song and is just pure fun for them.


*Disclosure:  I received complimentary samples for the purpose of this review but the opinions are of my own.

Parental Guilt

I find myself at various times but mostly late at night or very early in the morning contemplating how I should do this or shouldn't do that.  I don't have very much time with no one wanting something to eat, something to drink, help with this or help with that or being the referee that is needed in a house with more than one child.  I'm not complaining at all because my children have been the greatest gift of my life.  In fact, on my birthday, I thank my parents for me because without me, I wouldn't have them.  I was watching television and there was a spot on a classical musician and I had feelings of guilt because I don't take my children to see events such as that.

Recently, Dora was in town and again, I felt guilt for not taking them.  I had a hard time justifying such high tickets prices in the nose bleed section so we didn't go.  I often think of the missed opportunities where I opt to stay home and wonder what a bad parent I am.  I hear of these parents who have a daily schedule of activities for their kids and mine have a whopping zero.  I feel guilt.

I wonder how much of the guilt is legitimate to hold and harbor or am I just one of those people who can't ever feel complete because I don't ever feel I'm the best I could be.  I think back to my childhood and how we didn't do anything either and I turned out alright.  Did that affect me?  I think so to an extent as I'm not a social animal so I've heard a few times anywhere from ex's to in-laws.  The little voice inside me reminds me that it's okay to not be that one person who can have no strangers in their lives or the one person that is wrapped up into numerous events outside the home.  I have to remind myself that when I look at my children, they are happy and they love me more than anyone.

Our society increases parental guilt in my opinion.  We are held up to a standard on what celebrity moms do or what television show moms do but at the end of the day, that is just a mere glimpse and is not the full picture.  The average mom doesn't have a personal trainer, a personal chef, a house keeper and a personal assistant.  It's hard being a mom today and yes, it probably has always been hard being a mom if you want to compare it to two generations and more ago, we have it made but things were different.  Today's mom works, takes care of the house, the children, the bills, the errands and everything in between.  We have a lot on our plate and with that comes lots of guilt.

Lots of guilt if we let it.  IF we let it.  I catch myself beating myself up for not being everything to everyone and luckily, I can shrug it off at times and at other times, I give myself a break and acknowledge that 'hey, I'm not perfect.'  Guilt ... so much to live with but at the end of the day, I look at my children and know I'm doing something right because they are happy, healthy (relatively speaking as they have chronic medical conditions) and they love me by telling me frequently that I'm the best mom ever.

Frosty’s Winter Wonderland Blu-Ray Review

A product thumbnail of Frosty's Winter Wonderland: Deluxe EditionWarner Brothers has been busy making my Christmas merrier by releasing a series of great holiday Blu-Rays.  If you know me, you know that Christmas is my favorite holiday and I look forward to it as soon as it's over.  I decorate to the fullest and try to put all my finest preparations to make it the very best.  Along with Christmas, are the great holiday shows both for kids and adults as I feel you are never too old to enjoy a great Christmas character classic such as Frosty the Snowman.

Warner Brothers just released a re-mastered deluxe edition of Frosty's Winter Wonderland.  With Frosty and his girlfriend, Crystal, you get to hear some of the voices you might be familiar with such as Andy Griffith and Shelly Winters.  No story is complete without the villain and Jack Frost fits in nicely to offer that little bit of scare.  Of course, the music is a win-win for me because I enjoy Christmas music and hearing Frosty the Snowman and Winter Wonderland brings back memories.  I also like how I get to pass this tradition down to my children so maybe one day, they will watch the same wonderful holiday shows with their children as I have done.

After watching Frosty, my little one was very happy and let me take a bunch of pictures of her.  She's a ham but the movie made her happy and very anxious for Christmas!



My kid's faces lit up when I brought out Frosty and they loved every minute of it.  They are ready for Christmas and are singing Frosty the Snowman!  It's a must have for Christmas.

You can pick up your Deluxe Edition now of Frosty's Winter Wonderland.


*Disclaimer:  I received a complimentary copy of this product in exchange for this post.  The opinions are of my own.