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Merlin Entertainments Offers Combo Tickets to LEGOLAND and Other Central Florida Attractions

The new Global Galacticoaster is set to launch into orbit at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort on February 27. Advanced projection and holographic technology make the Galacticoaster the first-of-its-kind indoor, space-themed family roller coaster. Interactive touchscreens and RFID technology invite guests to design their own custom spacecraft before boarding. With more than 625 possible ride combinations, immersive…

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Brunch at JW Marriott San Antonio

I love everything about brunch. I love how going out to brunch feels a little bit fancy but not so much that figuring out what to wear is stressful. I love the indulgence of brunch drinks and sipping a mimosa or a zippy Bloody Mary as I sit back and relax. Sunday brunch feels weekendy…

Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Austin Buckbeak

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Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience Austin – Everything You Need to Know

Calling all Potterheads – here’s a new way to enjoy the magic of the Wizarding World. Here’s everything you need to know about the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience Austin, but don’t sleep on this one. This experience is only in town for a limited time. Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience Austin – Everything You…

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Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Antonio

Howl-O-Scream at Seaworld San Antonio is back so get ready to get scared! Here’s everything you need to know about visiting SeaWorld this spooky season for chills and thrills. Howl-O-Scream Howl-O-Scream is included with SeaWorld park admission, although not all SeaWorld’s regular attractions will be available during Howl-O-Scream. You can count on many of the…

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Haters gonna hate: Pumpkin spice isn’t hurting you

Ah, fall. The crisp cool weather. Getting ready for spooky season. The turning leaves. The frosty mornings and sunny afternoons. The fun of getting my sweaters out of storage. The joy of slipping my feet into my cute fall booties. That all sounds great to me. One small problem: I live on the center of…

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To the back to school picture haters on social media

I know it seems like summer vacation just started about five minutes ago but we’re already starting to hear those three little words: back to school. Honestly, I am not ready for back to school. I still want it to be summer but back to school is upon us. The proof is in the flood…

Celebrating Gotcha Day child on the beach.

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Yes, we celebrate Gotcha Day. But, it’s complicated.

Gotcha Day is the day our two adopted kids became our kids. It’s not the “official adoption day” because that gets a little bit muddy. We could celebrate the day that China recognized our kids’ adoption or we could celebrate the day that the United States Consulate recognized our kids’ adoptions or we could celebrate…

Easter ham - things to do with leftover ham.

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15 Things To Do With Leftover Ham

Buying the perfect-sized ham for all those holiday gatherings isn’t easy. Is it a pound per person, or two pounds per person? You just never know. When I’m standing at the supermarket staring at the ham choices, I figure I’d rather have more ham versus not enough. It’s never a problem figuring out what to…

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Why Our Kids Don’t Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day

When my kids were in second grade, they came home one fine February day and asked me if “The Leprechaun” was going to come to our house and bring him chocolate coins. I thought “Really? That’s a thing now?” I went down a Pinterest rabbit hole, which today would amount to watching hours worth of…

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7 Things to do when you’re single on Valentine’s Day

So, it’s that time of year again when the lovebirds of the world cozy up with their +1 and pledge to love each other even more than the previous year. Maybe they venture out for a romantic cruise or book a fancy date night at a Michelin-rated restaurant. Your happiness for the pair could not…