Our First Trip to American Girl

Successful Day

 Over the weekend I took my daughter to our first trip to the American Girl store.  They have quite a few events listed on their website. You should definitely check them out if you haven't already.

My daughter got her first AG dolls and WellieWisher for Christmas & birthday.  The store is an hour away from us so may of the afternoon and evening events are hard to get to due to the ugly traffic we would hit. 

We had so much fun.  It was a great time for the two of us.  Everything was so cute and so hard to decide on what to get.

My daughter & Kaya

After going around to the different activities they had set out, we went upstairs to have lunch.  I did not realize that we probably should have made a reservation since this was our first time there but they were able to accommodate us nevertheless.  The lunch was absolutely delicious!  I love how they have little high chairs for the dolls to join us.  So awesome!  My daughter was so happy to be sharing her lunch with her doll Kaya. 

It was definitely a great day and lots of wonderful memories for my baby girl, that's what it's all about right, making memories.  She was so excited about her day that she actually fell asleep in the car on the way back home.  The last time that ever happened was when she was a baby.  This kid never naps.  She's already putting her Christmas / birthday list together and can you guess what she's asking for, haha! 

All night she kept saying that it was the best day ever and thanked me a bazillion times for taking her there.  Thank you @americangirl for a great event!  We will be back soon.

Are your kids a fan of American Girl?  What's their favorite doll? 

 

Hello? Helloooo? Is anyone still out there? It's been quite some time since I've been away. It was never my plan to be gone this long and I've certainly missed you all.

Life certainly has a way of throwing you some major curve balls. I've certainly missed you all and I have actually written many posts - in my head. I've attempted to return a few times but the journey I've been on the last few years has been long, challenging and difficult at times to say the least.

During the last few years I've gone through a difficult divorce - more on that later, adjusting to being a single mom to my amazing daughter, working full time now, busy with one of my special needs dogs whom I lost in March - I'm still devastated and miss him so much and pretty much picking up the pieces of a shattered marriage.

There's this crappy roller coaster ride you just really can't get off of when you're divorced and dealing with an extremely difficult narcissistic ex husband but truth be told my favorite words these days are EX HUSBAND.  I've really missed blogging and plan on getting back to it more and lay out what's been happening the last few years.

Talk Soon,

Reenie 

A Great Family Movie - Norm Of The North - January 15, 2016

Have you ever seen a polar bear in New York?  Well this may be your lucky chance.

A polar bear of many words, Norm’s greatest gripe is simple: there is no room for tourists in the Arctic.  But when a maniacal developer threatens to build luxury condos in his own backyard, Norm does what all normal polar bears would do…he heads to New York City to stop it.  With a cast of ragtag lemmings at his side, Norm takes on the big apple, big business and a big identity crisis to save the day.

Lionsgate presents a Splash Entertainment production.

Watch the trailer and get ready for some laughs.  Your little ones will certainly enjoy this film. 

  

The fun doesn't end when the movie is over, check out some other Norm Of The North fun activities here.  

A lucky winner will have the chance to win (1) Norm Of The North Film Pack: (1) shirt and socks
by entering a Rafflecopter Giveaway

   

Inside Out: Blu-Ray DVD Release and Giveaway

Do you sometimes wonder about your emotions and how you react a certain way?  Well now you can put a face to those emotions of yours - Joy, Anger, Sadness. These emotions can wreak havoc during life-changing moments.  

Disney released a Digital HD version of Inside Out on October 13th but if you still haven't seen this movie then the Blu-Ray DVD is scheduled to be released Nov. 3rd - just a few short days away.

This is a really great movie for both kids and adults. I'm sure we can all relate to Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) a happy, hockey-loving 11-year-old Midwestern girl, but her world turns upside-down when she and her parents move to San Francisco. Riley's emotions -- led by Joy (Amy Poehler) -- try to guide her through this difficult, life-changing event. However, the stress of the move brings Sadness (Phyllis Smith) to the forefront. When Joy and Sadness are inadvertently swept into the far reaches of Riley's mind, the only emotions left in Headquarters are Anger, Fear and Disgust.

This movie will have you going through all of your emotions and have you laughing as well. We really enjoyed watching this movie and laughed a lot!

My daughter was glued to my tablet watching the movie and she also had a great time coloring the activity sheets, putting her puzzle together and it just so happened that we also got a poster recently when we bought some books at school.  The activity sheets and puzzle provide endless entertainment.  

 

If you haven't seen all the awesome activity and coloring sheets I posted last week along with some great recipes, you can check out the post here. 

One lucky follower will have the chance to win (1) Inside Out Digital HD Code Card by entering a Rafflecopter giveaway. 

Thanks for visiting & good luck!


Disclaimer: (A special thank you to Allied Hispanic for sending I’m A Silly Mami Inside Out puzzle, code card & activity sheets free of charge to review.  I’m A Silly Mami Reviews follows all FTC guidelines. All opinions stated in our review are our own truthfully opinion and were not influenced by the sponsor or from getting the review product free of charge. We were in no way compensated for our review or opinion. I’m A Silly Mami Reviews only recommends products and services that we feel are a good fit for our readers.)

Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet DVD Release & Kit Giveaway

Hello Doc McStuffins lovers! Are you ready for a new DVD with your favorite pet doctor?  I know there are many of you out there as I saw quite a few Doc McStuffins last night during Trick or Treating.

Doc McStuffins opens a new veterinary practice in her backyard clinic where she treats stuffed animals and toys in "Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet." Including 5 themed episodes of the Peabody Award-winning animated series "Doc McStuffins," each highlighting lessons about care and responsibility for pets, the DVD also comes with a FREE exclusive pet
collar.

“Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet” is a must own for any little one!  Bring it home on Tuesday, November 3rd.

We first "met" Doc McStuffins  in 2012 and she's been a favorite ever since especially when we had to go to the doctors.  We never get tired of watching Doc save and fix her animals.  My daughter is a huge fan of both.  Here are some pictures of her back in 2012 playing Doc with our dogs.

 

If you're little one is anything like mine and loves to color, you can print out some character coloring sheets here.

Check out these other sheets I have for you.  For your numbers skills, Doc & Lambie connect the dots and what about a game of Spot the Difference, a great game to play with your little ones. If you love mazes, here's a great pet maze for you and last but not least my puzzle friends this one is for you.

Over the weekend we had a little Doc McStuffins time. My daughter dug out her Doc McStuffins pajamas and had so much fun playing with her Pet Vet kit and doing some coloring before we got down to watch the new "Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet DVD.  As you can see we were in full Doc mode.

 

My daughter is in love with this kit and is constantly giving our dogs a check up, thank dogness they are very good patients.  Here's your chance to win your very own Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet kit & DVD by entering a Rafflecopter giveaway. I can guarantee your little Pet Vet is going to love it just as we did!

The activity kit includes:

(1) Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet DVD with 5 awesome episodes
(1) Pet Vet Doctors Kit which includes:

• Doctor Bag
• Findo the dog
• Stetheoscope
• Cast
• Head Cone
• Scissors
• Dog Tag

So come join Doc on November 3rd as she fixes Findo so he can fetch again and watch her use all her skills to figure out what is going on with the rest of her patients, just like a real veterinarian!

Thanks for visiting and good luck.  

Disclaimer: (A special thank you to Allied Hispanic for sending I’m A Silly Mami Doc McStuffins DVD & kit free of charge to review.  I’m A Silly Mami Reviews follows all FTC guidelines. All opinions stated in our review are our own truthfully opinion and were not influenced by the sponsor or from getting the review product free of charge. We were in no way compensated for our review or opinion. I’m A Silly Mami Reviews only recommends products and services that we feel are a good fit for our readers.)

Inside Out Activity Sheets, Recipes and More

Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) is a happy, hockey-loving 11-year-old Midwestern girl, but her world turns upside-down when she and her parents move to San Francisco. Riley's emotions -- led by Joy (Amy Poehler) -- try to guide her through this difficult, life-changing event. However, the stress of the move brings Sadness (Phyllis Smith) to the forefront. When Joy and Sadness are inadvertently swept into the far reaches of Riley's mind, the only emotions left in Headquarters are Anger, Fear and Disgust.

Digital HD was released on Oct 13 so is available now and the physical Blu-Ray DVD will be released Nov 3^rd.

If you've seen the movie then you're going to love all these awesome activity sheets. There's something for everyone here and if you're having a fabulous Inside Out Halloween party and need some party signs then you must grab these awesome signs and these character faces for your pumpkins. And if you want to create your own Bing Bong Halloween candy bag then try this out. 

With a party you must have food and nothing makes a party like pizza and cupcakes. You must try Anger's Real Pizza and  some delicious red velvet Anger Control cupcakes, they look delicious!   If you're looking for some great costume ideas you gotta check these out, they look like so much fun.

Your going to love these great games for your little ones. 

Ok, so I've given you LOTS recipes, crafts and activity sheets for your Inside Out Halloween or family night party. I hope you enjoy them all and let me know how the pizza and cupcakes turn out.  

Enjoy!

Disney's Aladdin Diamond Edition Has Arrived

It's finally here! Aladdin - Diamond Edition.  You remember those days pretending you had a magic carpet of your own to fly around in and your very own special Genie. Now you can relive the magic and this time perhaps it will be an even magical adventure with your little ones. 

Disney’s beloved masterpiece will make your heart race and your spirit soar. Experience the laughter, adventure and Academy Award®-winning music (1992: Best Music, Original Song, “A Whole New World,” Original Score) for the first time on Blu-ray and Digital HD. And now Aladdin shines even brighter with never-before-seen tributes to the enchanting talent of Robin Williams, the “Genius behind the Genie

To get your little ones ready for a magic carpet ride, they can print out these wonderful activity sheets here and we all know It's never fun to travel on an empty stomach so here is a wonderful Chicken Kabob & Humus recipe.  This is a great recipe that you can make with your little ones but if your child is anything like mine - picky to the extreme, she didn't even want to help at all.  Please let me know how your recipe turned out. 

Instead of helping me with my recipe my daughter was gathering her crayons to color her activity sheets and putting together her puzzle. She would come home everyday from school and do her puzzle.  I love how this movie feeds the imagination.  She will create her own magic carpet and has her own "Abu" side kick and pretends to fly around rescuing stray dogs.  

And as always, don't for get to check out their Social Media sites: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyAladdin

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DisneyAnimation 

Website: http://movies.disney.com/aladdin 

DMA App: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/disney-movies-anywhere-watch