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Toys R Us is Coming Back?!!

Just today, October 2nd, there's been a flurry of news announcements that Toys R Us finance peeps have actually CANCELED the bankruptcy auction that was set to take place and have made plans to REVIVE THE BRAND - a.k.a., REOPEN! What?!!! That's cray-cray! Just in time for Christmas?! It'd be a Christmas miracle if we get Toys R Us back for the holiday season! Word on the street is that Toys R Us has put forth a plan that says they will create a “new, operating Toys “R” Us and Babies “R” Us branding company that maintains existing global license agreements and can invest in and create new, domestic, retail operating businesses.” Read more →

Ralph Breaks the Internet - NEW Movie Poster and Trailer

I’m so excited to share with you the new trailer and poster for RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET! This movie comes out in November and I can't wait to see it! Read more →

Help Your Parents Make the Most of Their Retirement Years

When your parents retire, it's hard not to be a little jealous! But they've been working for a long time, and they deserve to relax. A lot of people can find themselves at a loss when they retire. They've kept themselves busy through work for a long time, and now they have to find other things to do. If you... Read more →

How To Navigate The Road To Parenthood When It Becomes Hard Work

Becoming a parent is meant to be one of the simplest things in the world, and yet a far greater number of couples struggle to conceive than you could possibly imagine. Did you know that one out of every ten couples struggles with fertility? Did you know that the number increases when you include all of the couples who struggle to stay pregnant due to fertility-related issues? Read more →

When Your Family Vacation Goes Wrong: What to Do

Family vacations are meant to be fun. They should help you to created treasured memories and ensure everyone gets to have a break, relax and have plenty of fun. Crafting a vacation that's right for the whole family can be difficult, but it is possible. After you've spent so much time planning, you want everything to go perfectly. Unfortunately, asking... Read more →

Make Your Kid's Birthday Awesome With This Guide

Your kid’s birthday is a special time for both of you. Your kid is another year older, and you get to witness them growing up into a right little sir or madam. It’s a wonderful occasion for you to share with your child and there are ways that you can make each birthday memorable. Obviously, you aren’t going to want to do the same thing every year, but you can change it up year after year while still making each birthday unique. Here are some of the things you can do to make your kid’s birthday awesome. Read more →

Beneath The (Worktop) Surface… Two Questions To Ask Yourself When Redesigning Your Kitchen

Redesigning your kitchen space is a very “now” thing to do, after all, there are so many estate agents talking about the impact of a great kitchen on the property as a whole, not to mention its impact on the value. So if you are considering taking that approach, and redesigning your kitchen, not just for the benefit of the... Read more →

4 Kickass Ways To Workout Smarter, Not Harder

It’s exercise time. Time to hit the gym hard and work up a sweat. After all, you’ve got to feel the burn to improve your health and fitness. Actually, it’s a huge myth which women buy into for some reason. It’s as if walking out of the gym or being carried out on a stretcher means you’re burning calories and hitting your targets. Read more →

Keeping Your Kids Safe On The Roads

As a parent, there’s nothing more important than protecting your kids. As soon as you hold that precious bundle in your arms for the first time, you assume responsibility for taking care of them and shielding them from danger. When you have children, you never really switch off, and you’re always looking for ways to make sure your child is safe. If you drive on a regular basis or you love a road trip, it’s essential to bear safety in mind. Here are some top tips to help keep your kids stay safe on the roads. Read more →

We All Know Kids Are A Pain In The Backside, But Are They Also Harming Your Back?

Kids. As much as we love them, most moms would also testify to them being a pain in the backside when they want to. There will be days when you can’t stand the sight of the little terrors. There will even come moments when you long for your childfree, carefree days. But, we all know this about parenthood, and we do it anyway. The rewards, after all, well outweigh any niggly days like these. Read more →