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Mandala Mania by Nathaniel Wake

February 21, 2017June 2, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Books
Adult Coloring Book: Mandala Mania by Nathaniel Wake

This adult coloring book is all about mandalas! If you aren’t familiar with mandalas, they are a geometric figure that is often associated with Hindu and Buddhist symbolism and imagery in relation to the universe.  Adult Coloring Book: Mandala Mania by Nathaniel Wake Free your mind and unwind with the mesmerizing, absorbing patterns of mandalas. […]

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Sunprint Notecards: The Cyanotypes of Anna Atkins

February 21, 2017June 1, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Gifts
The Cyanotypes of Anna Atkins are a collection of images made by sunprinting. Before I saw these gorgeous notecards, I had no idea what a cyanotype was

The Cyanotypes of Anna Atkins are a collection of images made by sunprinting. Before I saw these gorgeous notecards, I had no idea what a cyanotype was either. I was struck by how gorgeous they were, and I wanted to learn more. Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will […]

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Adult Coloring Book: Adult Cuss Word Alternatives

February 18, 2017June 4, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Books

This book is the latest in my adult coloring book collection. And, I am enjoying it so much! There is something so relaxing about coloring even as an adult especially when the words you’re coloring are cuss word alternatives!  Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will make a commission […]

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Beasts of February

February 17, 2017May 30, 2023 ellen 106 Comments Promo
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Do you look forward to watching the Beasts of February? I know that some of my favorite movies are aliens, werewolves, and other fantastic beasts. I could spend hours on the couch watching these shows if I had the time!  Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will make a […]

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When We Last Spoke by Marci Henna

February 16, 2017May 29, 2023 ellen 28 Comments Books
When We Last Spoke by Marci Henna

This past weekend, I had the chance to finish reading When We Last Spoke by Marci Henna. I love reading stories about people that I can identify with. It really lets me get into the story more when I can feel like I understand who they are and what they’re like. Since I’m a small […]

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The Good Fight on CBS All Access

February 15, 2017May 28, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Movies
The Good Fight Premiere 2/19 on CBS All Access

The Good Fight is on CBS All Access. If you enjoyed The Good Wife, you’ll be excited to learn that this new series begins one year after the season finale of The Good Wife. The Good Fight is a legal and political drama series produced for CBS streaming service CBS All Access.  Posts may be […]

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Blaze and the Monster Machines: Race into VelocityVille

February 14, 2017May 26, 2023 ellen Movies
Blaze and the Monster Machines: Race into VelocityVille

Race into VelocityVille is part of the Blaze and the Monster Machines series that is so popular with preschoolers. If your child loves trucks and cars, then this series is probably high on their list of favorites. Race into Velocityville Blaze and AJ head to the racing town of VelocityVille in Blaze and the Monster […]

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Baby Touch and Feel: I Love You

February 13, 2017May 25, 2023 ellen Books
Baby Touch and Feel: I Love You

Have you ever seen a Baby Touch and Feel book from DK? I love children’s books especially if they are educational and this one was no exception. With such a large focus on candy for Valentine’s Day, I wanted to share a book that would be perfect for babies and younger toddlers. Baby Touch and […]

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National Craft Month Books to Spark Creativity

February 10, 2017May 24, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Best Of

If you need to give your creativity a push, these National Craft Month books are a great place to get started. Learn more here. Posts may be sponsored. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will make a commission at no extra cost to you should you click through and make a purchase. As […]

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Shimmer and Shine Friendship Divine DVD

February 9, 2017May 23, 2023 ellen 67 Comments Movies
Shimmer and Shine Friendship Divine DVD

Shimmer and Shine Friendship Divine DVD is now available! Has your child ever dreamed of having a magical genie grant all of their wishes? I know that was a daydream I had frequently as a child. New friends and magical adventures await your child with the wish-granting genies in an all new DVD collection. Posts […]

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