I am grateful that we have holidays and special days throughout the year to celebrate.  I think we need them, to help us pause and appreciate life and the people in our lives.  It is so easy to get busy with work and life in general that we don’t take the time to have fun. 

Even if you don’t normally celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, I encourage you to do something with your family.  When I was younger I thought you only celebrate St Patrick’s Day if you were of Irish decent.  I used to think St. Patrick's was only about by drinking and alcohol.  Then one time at our church our Missions Director used the month of March and St. Patrick’s Day to promote World Missions.  He shared the history of St. Patrick and his missionary life.  I have never forgotten that and it inspired me to do more research of the holidays we celebrate and to look for the “message” I can share with my children around all the fun and crafts.  With younger children you can research the history, but I can see now with my 2^nd and 4^th grader, it is fun to include them in the research process.

There is still time to plan to do something fun with your kids for St. Patrick’s Day it is Friday, March 17^th!  I also encourage you to look up the history and use his life to inspire your children.  My favorite things to use as a teaching tool is using the Shamrock 3 leaves to represent the Trinity and sharing with my kids how St. Patrick went back after escaping the people who held him captive and shared the gospel with them.  Here is a great link with the history of St. Patrick: http://bit.ly/2mkeQEx  

I used to not see myself as the Pinterest mom or craft centered mom.  I saw my sister-in-law Colleen who is a pre-school director as that type, I saw my other sister-in-laws twins Emily & Eleanor who both married my husband’s brothers as the craft centered, Cricut owning, design making moms.  You can check out some of the fun things they do on their Facebook Island Twins.  I used to frequently say "I don't do crafts."  You don't have to be a teacher or have the crafting gift to craft.  Just be willing to try and have fun.

Many times my sister-in-law Colleen and her kids, who are older than mine would come over my house, babysit my little’s for our date night and do a fun craft with my kids.  Also my sister Gabrielle who is single and doesn’t have any children of her own YET (do you know any handsome, rich awesome guys, lol) and my mom would frequently around holidays like Christmas and Mother’s Day come over babysit and do those fun and messy painting projects with my kids and I so APPRECIATE that.  I not only appreciate the craft items I have from those times with little hand-prints and photo memories.  I appreciate that my boys would greatly enjoy that time with them and talk about what they made with auntie for weeks after that.  I have grown as a mom and recognize at a greater level that they won’t be little forever, that life goes by so fast and I want to savor the moments I can with them.  I realize they won’t always let me dress them in matching outfits and won’t always look forward to finger painting with mom, so don’t take for granted the opportunities to have fun with them at each season they and you are in.

I encourage you to utilize St. Patrick’s Day and other holidays even those “National Oreo Day” (which happens to be today, March 6th) to create memories with your family.  Embrace them at whatever level you’re at.  Maybe you’re not into painting or maybe you don’t own a Cricut, I don’t, but what do you have?  What can you do?  Can you bake or cook something around the special day?  Can you color a picture together?  I promise once you start and you see the joy in your little ones eyes over something so simple, you will want to do more next time.  It really is about the quality time together.  It’s about getting out of the normal everyday routine of dishes, laundry, homework and life and doing something fun together.  With Pinterest around it makes it so much easier for us.  There are a ton of ideas out there to help you create, cook, bake, paint, craft with your kids.  Another great tip is use the Dollar Store or 99 Cent Store, they usually have a ton of inexpensive things around the current holiday or event.  It does not have to cost you a lot of money to celebrate and create memories.

I would love to hear about what fun things you have planned to do with your kids this St. Patrick's Day, please share in the comments below.  That is the thing I love about blogging and Pinterest is we get to share fun ideas and tips with each other!

Things to Remember:

• Start where you’re at.  Keep this in mind for yourself and for your little ones.  If you pick out a craft that is not age appropriate you might end up doing the craft alone.  Save/Pin those other ideas for when they are older or when you have more time to plan and prepare.
• Have fun!  Even if it doesn’t turn out as you planned, or how it looked on Pinterest. It is about the time spent together.
• It does not have to cost a lot of money.  Look around your house you may already have everything you need.  Improvise on some items, if it calls for green candies you don’t have to go out and buy those, what else can you use that you already have, maybe green cereals like Fruit Loops or Trix.  Visit the Dollar Store, or local Thrift Store.
• Go Outside!  Use rocks, leaves and things in your own backyard, my kids have loved when we have painted rocks.  Created our own Tic Tac Toe using rocks and a tree stump.  Visit parks or local museums to help celebrate and learn more about certain holidays or events.
• Plan for next year!  The best time to purchase holiday or event centered decorations or a craft item is AFTER the holiday.  Purchase it when it’s on sale and then put it in a “labeled” box so you don’t lose it or forget about it because it’s buried in the back of your closet, I’ve done that plenty of times.
• Take Pictures.  Don’t just take pictures of the finished product, but take pictures of your kids while they are creating and get in the picture with them (I take pictures but am not in many, this is something I need to get better at). 

Here are some of my favorite links for ideas to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day:

Rainbow Pancakes from Kitchen Gidget

Shamrock Hats from Alpha Mom

Shamrock Rainbow Necklaces from Mamas Like Me

Lucky Tags for a neighbor, teacher, or friend from Over the Big Moon

Lucky Charms Milkshakes from Home and Plate

Green Velvet Cupcakes from Garnish and Glaze

Gold Oreos, I have seen this picture on Pinterest and Facebook but not an actual blog post about them.  So I don’t have a link for this one, but love the idea.  

Green Food is always a great go to that I have done many times, green pancakes, green eggs, green milk, use your favorite food coloring.  Kids love eating colored food.

Thank you for reading if you’ve enjoyed the content you’ve read above please share with your friends.

www.BlogAboutItAll.com

• Monday, March 06, 2017
• budget
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

I am grateful that we have holidays and special days throughout the year to celebrate.  I think we need them, to help us pause and appreciate life and the people in our lives.  It is so easy to get busy with work and life in general that we don’t take the time to have fun. 

Even if you don’t normally celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, I encourage you to do something with your family.  When I was younger I thought you only celebrate St Patrick’s Day if you were of Irish decent.  I used to think St. Patrick's was only about by drinking and alcohol.  Then one time at our church our Missions Director used the month of March and St. Patrick’s Day to promote World Missions.  He shared the history of St. Patrick and his missionary life.  I have never forgotten that and it inspired me to do more research of the holidays we celebrate and to look for the “message” I can share with my children around all the fun and crafts.  With younger children you can research the history, but I can see now with my 2^nd and 4^th grader, it is fun to include them in the research process.

There is still time to plan to do something fun with your kids for St. Patrick’s Day it is Friday, March 17^th!  I also encourage you to look up the history and use his life to inspire your children.  My favorite things to use as a teaching tool is using the Shamrock 3 leaves to represent the Trinity and sharing with my kids how St. Patrick went back after escaping the people who held him captive and shared the gospel with them.  Here is a great link with the history of St. Patrick: http://bit.ly/2mkeQEx  

I used to not see myself as the Pinterest mom or craft centered mom.  I saw my sister-in-law Colleen who is a pre-school director as that type, I saw my other sister-in-laws twins Emily & Eleanor who both married my husband’s brothers as the craft centered, Cricut owning, design making moms.  You can check out some of the fun things they do on their Facebook Island Twins.  I used to frequently say "I don't do crafts."  You don't have to be a teacher or have the crafting gift to craft.  Just be willing to try and have fun.

Many times my sister-in-law Colleen and her kids, who are older than mine would come over my house, babysit my little’s for our date night and do a fun craft with my kids.  Also my sister Gabrielle who is single and doesn’t have any children of her own YET (do you know any handsome, rich awesome guys, lol) and my mom would frequently around holidays like Christmas and Mother’s Day come over babysit and do those fun and messy painting projects with my kids and I so APPRECIATE that.  I not only appreciate the craft items I have from those times with little hand-prints and photo memories.  I appreciate that my boys would greatly enjoy that time with them and talk about what they made with auntie for weeks after that.  I have grown as a mom and recognize at a greater level that they won’t be little forever, that life goes by so fast and I want to savor the moments I can with them.  I realize they won’t always let me dress them in matching outfits and won’t always look forward to finger painting with mom, so don’t take for granted the opportunities to have fun with them at each season they and you are in.

I encourage you to utilize St. Patrick’s Day and other holidays even those “National Oreo Day” (which happens to be today, March 6th) to create memories with your family.  Embrace them at whatever level you’re at.  Maybe you’re not into painting or maybe you don’t own a Cricut, I don’t, but what do you have?  What can you do?  Can you bake or cook something around the special day?  Can you color a picture together?  I promise once you start and you see the joy in your little ones eyes over something so simple, you will want to do more next time.  It really is about the quality time together.  It’s about getting out of the normal everyday routine of dishes, laundry, homework and life and doing something fun together.  With Pinterest around it makes it so much easier for us.  There are a ton of ideas out there to help you create, cook, bake, paint, craft with your kids.  Another great tip is use the Dollar Store or 99 Cent Store, they usually have a ton of inexpensive things around the current holiday or event.  It does not have to cost you a lot of money to celebrate and create memories.

I would love to hear about what fun things you have planned to do with your kids this St. Patrick's Day, please share in the comments below.  That is the thing I love about blogging and Pinterest is we get to share fun ideas and tips with each other!

Things to Remember:

• Start where you’re at.  Keep this in mind for yourself and for your little ones.  If you pick out a craft that is not age appropriate you might end up doing the craft alone.  Save/Pin those other ideas for when they are older or when you have more time to plan and prepare.
• Have fun!  Even if it doesn’t turn out as you planned, or how it looked on Pinterest. It is about the time spent together.
• It does not have to cost a lot of money.  Look around your house you may already have everything you need.  Improvise on some items, if it calls for green candies you don’t have to go out and buy those, what else can you use that you already have, maybe green cereals like Fruit Loops or Trix.  Visit the Dollar Store, or local Thrift Store.
• Go Outside!  Use rocks, leaves and things in your own backyard, my kids have loved when we have painted rocks.  Created our own Tic Tac Toe using rocks and a tree stump.  Visit parks or local museums to help celebrate and learn more about certain holidays or events.
• Plan for next year!  The best time to purchase holiday or event centered decorations or a craft item is AFTER the holiday.  Purchase it when it’s on sale and then put it in a “labeled” box so you don’t lose it or forget about it because it’s buried in the back of your closet, I’ve done that plenty of times.
• Take Pictures.  Don’t just take pictures of the finished product, but take pictures of your kids while they are creating and get in the picture with them (I take pictures but am not in many, this is something I need to get better at). 

Here are some of my favorite links for ideas to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day:

Rainbow Pancakes from Kitchen Gidget

Shamrock Hats from Alpha Mom

Shamrock Rainbow Necklaces from Mamas Like Me

Lucky Tags for a neighbor, teacher, or friend from Over the Big Moon

Lucky Charms Milkshakes from Home and Plate

Green Velvet Cupcakes from Garnish and Glaze

Gold Oreos, I have seen this picture on Pinterest and Facebook but not an actual blog post about them.  So I don’t have a link for this one, but love the idea.  

Green Food is always a great go to that I have done many times, green pancakes, green eggs, green milk, use your favorite food coloring.  Kids love eating colored food.

Thank you for reading if you’ve enjoyed the content you’ve read above please share with your friends.

www.BlogAboutItAll.com

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With Spring Break and Summer fast approaching I thought I’d share some tips when using a vacation rental.  I have stayed at hotels, and travel resorts and time shares like Trend West but I have to admit I was a little nervous when we first rented a vacation rental from someone I did not know. 

In staying at a hotel or larger travel resort, there is on-site staff, which you can contact if you have a problem of any kind.  There are benefits to staying at hotels, you have maid service, room service, fresh towels daily if you like, usually breakfast available that you don’t have to prepare.   

I have to say though now staying a number of times using sites such as Flip Key, Airbnb, and others I have had a pleasant experience.   I frequently discuss with my friends one of the greatest benefits of using a vacation home is the space, especially with a family.  Even if you have a large suite at a hotel, you usually don’t have two living spaces, a backyard, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, your own private pool etc.  I especially appreciate this space for longer trips. 

If our family is going away for a weekend or a couple of days I prefer to stay at a hotel, but if we are going away for a week or longer, the extra space comes in handy.  Having a full kitchen for meals is very helpful and budget friendly with a family.  I have four boys so I appreciate the extra space for them to play and not be so quiet with a private residence rather than a hotel, with neighbors’ right next door.   

That being said, if you are single or maybe a few friends traveling don’t rule out vacation rentals and think they are only for families.  In my research, there are many apartment/condo type vacation rentals available and also smaller homes that can work for you.

We stayed at a vacation rental recently when we went to Disneyland, it was less expensive than a hotel stay at Embassy Suites, which we were planning on.  It was a two-story, 6 bedroom home with a beautiful swimming pool, hot tub and splash pad in the backyard, it had a full kitchen, and it was right around the corner from Disneyland.  We did not even use it for lunches and dinners the days we were at Disneyland and California Adventure, but again we stayed days before we went to the parks and days after, which was nice to be able to BBQ at the home and have the pool all to ourselves.  Our boys shared a room often but it was nice that if they wanted to they could each have their own room.  We were able to watch the nightly firework show right out our bedroom window each night, it worked out great.    

When booking your vacation rental keep these things in mind:

1. Location – Know if you want to be right on the beach, or if you don’t mind traveling a little bit to the beach or amusement attraction you are visiting.  You will usually pay more to be near the water or city attraction; but consider where you will spend most of your time; it might be worth the extra cost.  
2. Use a Verified Site – I strongly recommend using a popular site that has some kind of guarantee behind your stay.  With the many scams I hear about it is better to use a site that is verified rather than losing money to a scam artist.  You want to get a deal but with an authentic property.   I have used Flip Key, Air & B and Vacasa.  Do your research!  Do they have a website?  Do they have reviews from other vacation goers?  Many owners will list their name, or social media profile, check out their Facebook page.  Are there recent pictures or just the staged photos for the listing.
3. What is Included – Find out what’s included before you book.  If you have a maintenance issue, is someone available to contact that will be nearby.  What is the bedding, towel situation?  Does it come with pots & pans?  What dishes, utensils are available?  Is there a washing machine and dryer?  I have found in my stays that everything has been there, I have always brought my own laundry soap and dish detergent, bathroom shampoo, etc. but I have found at each of my stays sample versions of these products were available, but that is something to confirm ahead of time.
4. Timing – Know that just like a hotel if you book a trip during peak season or around holidays or special events you are going to pay more.  Research when the peak season is for the city you are visiting, if possible travel off-season you will save money and have less traffic and tourists around.  Find out what the weather will be like when you travel, so you can plan accordingly.
5. Contract – Read the fine print, are there cleaning fees, a deposit, and is it refundable?  What is the check-in time and check-out time?  Sometimes these times are negotiable if it is not rented the day before your stay and if someone is not checking in the day you are leaving.  Are there any other fees for linens or other items? 

Know that sometimes when using a vacation rental it might take longer than just booking a hotel. There is more research involved, reading reviews and finding the exact location and space that will work for you.  Sometimes you go back and forth with the owner about availability and price.  If you can stay flexible and keep an open mind I think you will find some great places out there.

I am going to link the sites we have used because I think they were great and if you are like me a little hesitant about trying vacation rentals, I appreciate knowing a real family who has actually used a service. 

I was not compensated in any way for this post, these are all my opinions through experience with these sites. 

Flip Key: https://www.flipkey.com/

Vacasa Rentals: https://www.vacasa.com/

AirBnB: https://www.airbnb.com/

Thank you for reading if you’ve enjoyed the content you’ve read above please share with your friends.

www.BlogAboutItAll.com

Pictures from a couple of our stays:

3 Story Cabin that had 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms, an air hockey table, Wii and other amenities for our kids, we loved it.  My parents actually stayed with us on this trip, it was great.

The house near Disneyland we stayed at that was fully decorated with Disney characters. There was a Mickey themed Room and matching bathroom, A Nemo Room and Bathroom, A Cars Room and matching bathroom, a Frozen Room, a Lego Room and a master bedroom with a dalmatians decorated bathroom.  There was a swimming pool with slide, splash pad and hot tub.  

• Tuesday, February 28, 2017
• budget
• No comments

Using Vacation Rentals

With Spring Break and Summer fast approaching I thought I’d share some tips when using a vacation rental.  I have stayed at hotels, and travel resorts and time shares like Trend West but I have to admit I was a little nervous when we first rented a vacation rental from someone I did not know. 

In staying at a hotel or larger travel resort, there is on-site staff, which you can contact if you have a problem of any kind.  There are benefits to staying at hotels, you have maid service, room service, fresh towels daily if you like, usually breakfast available that you don’t have to prepare.   

I have to say though now staying a number of times using sites such as Flip Key, Airbnb, and others I have had a pleasant experience.   I frequently discuss with my friends one of the greatest benefits of using a vacation home is the space, especially with a family.  Even if you have a large suite at a hotel, you usually don’t have two living spaces, a backyard, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, your own private pool etc.  I especially appreciate this space for longer trips. 

If our family is going away for a weekend or a couple of days I prefer to stay at a hotel, but if we are going away for a week or longer, the extra space comes in handy.  Having a full kitchen for meals is very helpful and budget friendly with a family.  I have four boys so I appreciate the extra space for them to play and not be so quiet with a private residence rather than a hotel, with neighbors’ right next door.   

That being said, if you are single or maybe a few friends traveling don’t rule out vacation rentals and think they are only for families.  In my research, there are many apartment/condo type vacation rentals available and also smaller homes that can work for you.

We stayed at a vacation rental recently when we went to Disneyland, it was less expensive than a hotel stay at Embassy Suites, which we were planning on.  It was a two-story, 6 bedroom home with a beautiful swimming pool, hot tub and splash pad in the backyard, it had a full kitchen, and it was right around the corner from Disneyland.  We did not even use it for lunches and dinners the days we were at Disneyland and California Adventure, but again we stayed days before we went to the parks and days after, which was nice to be able to BBQ at the home and have the pool all to ourselves.  Our boys shared a room often but it was nice that if they wanted to they could each have their own room.  We were able to watch the nightly firework show right out our bedroom window each night, it worked out great.    

When booking your vacation rental keep these things in mind:

1. Location – Know if you want to be right on the beach, or if you don’t mind traveling a little bit to the beach or amusement attraction you are visiting.  You will usually pay more to be near the water or city attraction; but consider where you will spend most of your time; it might be worth the extra cost.  
2. Use a Verified Site – I strongly recommend using a popular site that has some kind of guarantee behind your stay.  With the many scams I hear about it is better to use a site that is verified rather than losing money to a scam artist.  You want to get a deal but with an authentic property.   I have used Flip Key, Air & B and Vacasa.  Do your research!  Do they have a website?  Do they have reviews from other vacation goers?  Many owners will list their name, or social media profile, check out their Facebook page.  Are there recent pictures or just the staged photos for the listing.
3. What is Included – Find out what’s included before you book.  If you have a maintenance issue, is someone available to contact that will be nearby.  What is the bedding, towel situation?  Does it come with pots & pans?  What dishes, utensils are available?  Is there a washing machine and dryer?  I have found in my stays that everything has been there, I have always brought my own laundry soap and dish detergent, bathroom shampoo, etc. but I have found at each of my stays sample versions of these products were available, but that is something to confirm ahead of time.
4. Timing – Know that just like a hotel if you book a trip during peak season or around holidays or special events you are going to pay more.  Research when the peak season is for the city you are visiting, if possible travel off-season you will save money and have less traffic and tourists around.  Find out what the weather will be like when you travel, so you can plan accordingly.
5. Contract – Read the fine print, are there cleaning fees, a deposit, and is it refundable?  What is the check-in time and check-out time?  Sometimes these times are negotiable if it is not rented the day before your stay and if someone is not checking in the day you are leaving.  Are there any other fees for linens or other items? 

Know that sometimes when using a vacation rental it might take longer than just booking a hotel. There is more research involved, reading reviews and finding the exact location and space that will work for you.  Sometimes you go back and forth with the owner about availability and price.  If you can stay flexible and keep an open mind I think you will find some great places out there.

I am going to link the sites we have used because I think they were great and if you are like me a little hesitant about trying vacation rentals, I appreciate knowing a real family who has actually used a service. 

I was not compensated in any way for this post, these are all my opinions through experience with these sites. 

Flip Key: https://www.flipkey.com/

Vacasa Rentals: https://www.vacasa.com/

AirBnB: https://www.airbnb.com/

Thank you for reading if you’ve enjoyed the content you’ve read above please share with your friends.

www.BlogAboutItAll.com

Pictures from a couple of our stays:

3 Story Cabin that had 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms, an air hockey table, Wii and other amenities for our kids, we loved it.  My parents actually stayed with us on this trip, it was great.

The house near Disneyland we stayed at that was fully decorated with Disney characters. There was a Mickey themed Room and matching bathroom, A Nemo Room and Bathroom, A Cars Room and matching bathroom, a Frozen Room, a Lego Room and a master bedroom with a dalmatians decorated bathroom.  There was a swimming pool with slide, splash pad and hot tub.  

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Our family went to see Disney on Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment featuring Disney Pixar’s Cars, The Little Mermaid, Frozen and the Toy Story gang at the Golden One Center in Sacramento.

I loved every minute of this presentation and so did my boys.  There was a lot of action to keep their attention, throughout the entire presentation. 

Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy opened the show and made appearances between each set change to introduce the different “worlds”.

My boys favorite part was Toy Story, they loved the soldiers that danced, the claw and parachuting soldier that came from the ceiling.

As a mom I greatly appreciate the intermission time which is about 15-20 minutes, great for bathroom breaks, no one misses the show and it is nice to get up and stretch your legs.  As a mom of all boys I appreciate the mix of characters, and that it’s not all about princesses.  Though their favorite part was Cars, and Toy Story they were also entertained during Frozen and The Little Mermaid with all the lights and action. 

Disney on Ice Presents Worlds of Enchantment did not disappoint!  It was magical and exciting!  Disney did a great job with set design and costumes, don’t they always!  The skating and effects were awesome!  I would highly recommend Disney on Ice for all families. 

If it is your first time visiting the Golden One Center, I recommend you give yourself plenty of time to arrive and locate parking, especially allocate time for traffic flow.  There are quite a few parking garages to choose from or street parking if available.

I visited SacPark.org and reserved my parking ahead of time.  It was super easy, I reserved parking right on my phone, paid $10 and it gave me a QR code to show the parking attendant.  I chose the 520 Capitol Mall Garage, the entrance was on N Street and it was a quick walk.  Even at night, it was well lit, and there are crowds of people parking and walking with you to and from Golden One Center.  

We were provided with complimentary tickets to the show, all opinions are 100% our own.

Here are some pictures from Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment.

Sample Parking QR Code

These were the parking garage options that came up on my phone.
I used the 520 Capitol Mall Garage for $10.  The walk was fine.  

  

Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment at the Golden One Center continues until Monday, February 20th.  Get your tickets at www.DisneyOnIce.com, Ticketmaster Retail Locations, the Box Office or call 1-800-745-3000.

Disclosure: I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

Facts & Tips 

• Parking at Golden One Center was $10 with PRE-RESERVED PARKING.  If you just show up it is $20 at the nearest garage that is directly across the street and it is $15 at the lot I parked at if you do no pre-reserve.
• Arrive early!  I like to arrive between 6 PM - 6:15 PM (Find parking, Go through Security, Use the Restroom, First Pick at the Vendors).
• Park near a light, it is dark when you leave and this makes it easy to find your car.
• In the middle of the show there will be a intermission time.  As soon as you hear the intercom announcement coming on, hurry to the restrooms, you will avoid the lines.
• If  you are are purchasing a snow cone or souvenir from the concession vendors, I recommend, purchasing before the show starts or at the beginning of intermission.  The lines are long if you wait till after the performance, or if you hesitate during intermission.
• They sell popcorn and cotton candy right at your seat, also Coke and Diet Coke, before the performance and during intermission.
• Snow cone souvenir cups are my boys favorite depending on the character cup you choose prices are $12, & $15.
• Popcorn and Cotton Candy come with a Souvenir hat and are $12.
• There is food for sale pizza, nachos, pretzels, ice cream bars, not sure on the pricing since we ate before we arrived.
• If you have little ones that want to dress in their princess dresses or Disney costumes, do it, there are many kids dressed up.  My boys usually wear their favorite Disney T-Shirt.
• My boys love that I bring glow in the dark necklaces/bracelets from the dollar store. They do sell spinning and light up toys, being a frequent Disney on Ice attendee, they already have the spinning and light up toy and sword. 
• Plan on the show with intermission lasting 7 PM to 9 PM.
• Baby bags, plastic bottles, and formula are permitted in Golden 1 Center as long as the bag is no larger than 16” x 16” x 8".
• Child Admission: In most instances, children under twenty-four (24) months of age are admitted free of charge in Golden 1 Center for events provided that they sit on an adult’s lap. Please note that some events may have varying age requirements. Please see specific show guidelines for more information.

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• Friday, February 17, 2017
• family
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Disney on Ice Worlds of Enchantment Review

Our family went to see Disney on Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment featuring Disney Pixar’s Cars, The Little Mermaid, Frozen and the Toy Story gang at the Golden One Center in Sacramento.

I loved every minute of this presentation and so did my boys.  There was a lot of action to keep their attention, throughout the entire presentation. 

Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy opened the show and made appearances between each set change to introduce the different “worlds”.

My boys favorite part was Toy Story, they loved the soldiers that danced, the claw and parachuting soldier that came from the ceiling.

As a mom I greatly appreciate the intermission time which is about 15-20 minutes, great for bathroom breaks, no one misses the show and it is nice to get up and stretch your legs.  As a mom of all boys I appreciate the mix of characters, and that it’s not all about princesses.  Though their favorite part was Cars, and Toy Story they were also entertained during Frozen and The Little Mermaid with all the lights and action. 

Disney on Ice Presents Worlds of Enchantment did not disappoint!  It was magical and exciting!  Disney did a great job with set design and costumes, don’t they always!  The skating and effects were awesome!  I would highly recommend Disney on Ice for all families. 

If it is your first time visiting the Golden One Center, I recommend you give yourself plenty of time to arrive and locate parking, especially allocate time for traffic flow.  There are quite a few parking garages to choose from or street parking if available.

I visited SacPark.org and reserved my parking ahead of time.  It was super easy, I reserved parking right on my phone, paid $10 and it gave me a QR code to show the parking attendant.  I chose the 520 Capitol Mall Garage, the entrance was on N Street and it was a quick walk.  Even at night, it was well lit, and there are crowds of people parking and walking with you to and from Golden One Center.  

We were provided with complimentary tickets to the show, all opinions are 100% our own.

Here are some pictures from Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment.

Sample Parking QR Code

These were the parking garage options that came up on my phone.
I used the 520 Capitol Mall Garage for $10.  The walk was fine.  

  

Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment at the Golden One Center continues until Monday, February 20th.  Get your tickets at www.DisneyOnIce.com, Ticketmaster Retail Locations, the Box Office or call 1-800-745-3000.

Disclosure: I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

Facts & Tips 

• Parking at Golden One Center was $10 with PRE-RESERVED PARKING.  If you just show up it is $20 at the nearest garage that is directly across the street and it is $15 at the lot I parked at if you do no pre-reserve.
• Arrive early!  I like to arrive between 6 PM - 6:15 PM (Find parking, Go through Security, Use the Restroom, First Pick at the Vendors).
• Park near a light, it is dark when you leave and this makes it easy to find your car.
• In the middle of the show there will be a intermission time.  As soon as you hear the intercom announcement coming on, hurry to the restrooms, you will avoid the lines.
• If  you are are purchasing a snow cone or souvenir from the concession vendors, I recommend, purchasing before the show starts or at the beginning of intermission.  The lines are long if you wait till after the performance, or if you hesitate during intermission.
• They sell popcorn and cotton candy right at your seat, also Coke and Diet Coke, before the performance and during intermission.
• Snow cone souvenir cups are my boys favorite depending on the character cup you choose prices are $12, & $15.
• Popcorn and Cotton Candy come with a Souvenir hat and are $12.
• There is food for sale pizza, nachos, pretzels, ice cream bars, not sure on the pricing since we ate before we arrived.
• If you have little ones that want to dress in their princess dresses or Disney costumes, do it, there are many kids dressed up.  My boys usually wear their favorite Disney T-Shirt.
• My boys love that I bring glow in the dark necklaces/bracelets from the dollar store. They do sell spinning and light up toys, being a frequent Disney on Ice attendee, they already have the spinning and light up toy and sword. 
• Plan on the show with intermission lasting 7 PM to 9 PM.
• Baby bags, plastic bottles, and formula are permitted in Golden 1 Center as long as the bag is no larger than 16” x 16” x 8".
• Child Admission: In most instances, children under twenty-four (24) months of age are admitted free of charge in Golden 1 Center for events provided that they sit on an adult’s lap. Please note that some events may have varying age requirements. Please see specific show guidelines for more information.

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Are you looking for help with your finances?  Budgeting, Financial Goals, Financial Increase, Debt Payoff than THIS SEMINAR is for you!  My husband and I have personally attended this seminar and it is life changing.  I know that as a result of this seminar and implementing the things we have learned, my husband and I have had steady financial increase in our life.

I find when you attend seminars like these even if you have your finances in order it helps you stay focused on your financial goals, budget and helps keep unity in your marriage so you are both on the same page.  If you don't have a budget, are dealing with debt and don't know where to start this seminar is a MUST for you to get on track with your finances.

Join me this March in attending Financial Freedom Seminar, you can attend in person right here in Sacramento or you can watch via live-stream from wherever you are!  Details of location and to register are below!

Here are a couple video clips of friends of mine sharing how attending this seminar has changed their life:

BE FREE TO LIVE & GIVE AS HE CALLED US TO. We save or go on vacation, pay off debt or put a child through college. Have you ever considered that God, Who has plans for your future (Jeremiah 29:11) also has plans for your money?

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE LIMITED TO YOUR INCOME. God has a system for the increase that comes through your hands & He wants to give you more! His system is a wonderful lifestyle of liberty and being limitless.

CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIVE ON FINANCES. God has empowered us to be successful financially! (Deuteronomy 8:18) Discover the power to bless your family, fund your dreams and encourage a world that needs it! 

What you receive: 

• Financial Freedom Workbook & Answer Key
• Resources to help you maintain your new lifestyle
• California Location: FAMILY COMMUNITY CHURCH, 6331 Watt Avenue, North Highlands CA 95660 & 
• Texas Location: METROPLEX FAMILY CHURCH, 506 Pleasant Manor, Burleson, TX 76028.

*Advanced students  receive the 2 day seminar in the price of admission. Call: 916-334-7711 or email connect@billkrause.com for more info.

DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE HERE: FFS 2017 Brochure

(You can read more details about the 10-Sessions on this Brochure)

CLICK THE IMAGES BELOW TO REGISTER TO ATTEND:

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Financial Freedom-March 6-10, 2017

Are you looking for help with your finances?  Budgeting, Financial Goals, Financial Increase, Debt Payoff than THIS SEMINAR is for you!  My husband and I have personally attended this seminar and it is life changing.  I know that as a result of this seminar and implementing the things we have learned, my husband and I have had steady financial increase in our life.

I find when you attend seminars like these even if you have your finances in order it helps you stay focused on your financial goals, budget and helps keep unity in your marriage so you are both on the same page.  If you don't have a budget, are dealing with debt and don't know where to start this seminar is a MUST for you to get on track with your finances.

Join me this March in attending Financial Freedom Seminar, you can attend in person right here in Sacramento or you can watch via live-stream from wherever you are!  Details of location and to register are below!

Here are a couple video clips of friends of mine sharing how attending this seminar has changed their life:

BE FREE TO LIVE & GIVE AS HE CALLED US TO. We save or go on vacation, pay off debt or put a child through college. Have you ever considered that God, Who has plans for your future (Jeremiah 29:11) also has plans for your money?

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE LIMITED TO YOUR INCOME. God has a system for the increase that comes through your hands & He wants to give you more! His system is a wonderful lifestyle of liberty and being limitless.

CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIVE ON FINANCES. God has empowered us to be successful financially! (Deuteronomy 8:18) Discover the power to bless your family, fund your dreams and encourage a world that needs it! 

What you receive: 

• Financial Freedom Workbook & Answer Key
• Resources to help you maintain your new lifestyle
• California Location: FAMILY COMMUNITY CHURCH, 6331 Watt Avenue, North Highlands CA 95660 & 
• Texas Location: METROPLEX FAMILY CHURCH, 506 Pleasant Manor, Burleson, TX 76028.

*Advanced students  receive the 2 day seminar in the price of admission. Call: 916-334-7711 or email connect@billkrause.com for more info.

DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE HERE: FFS 2017 Brochure

(You can read more details about the 10-Sessions on this Brochure)

CLICK THE IMAGES BELOW TO REGISTER TO ATTEND:

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DISNEY ON ICE presents 

WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT

Sacramento, Feb. 16-20

**By Popular Demand, Featuring Magical Moments From

#1 Animated Movie of all Time, Frozen**

Disney on Ice is coming to the Sacramento Golden One Center this weekend!  Purchase your tickets TODAY! We are so excited about going to see Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment.  My boys and I love attending this show.  Every time we have attended we have had a fun time together, making memories.  As a mom with little ones I really appreciate that they have an intermission time.  Makes it easy to take a bathroom break and not miss any part of the show.  For showtimes and ticket information see below!

Rev up for non-stop family fun with four of your favorite Disney stories when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment comes to Stockton and Sacramento!  This delightful ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney • Pixar’s Cars, Toy Story 3, Disney’s The Little Mermaid plus the enchanting Academy Award®-winning Frozen.  Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Icepresents Worlds of Enchantment is performing in Sacramento from Feb. 16-20 at the Golden 1 Center.

S A C R A M E N T O

WHEN:  February 16 – 20, 2017

Thursday, February 16 at7:00 PM

Friday, February 17 at 7:00 PM

Saturday, February 18 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, February 19 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, February 20 at 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM

WHERE:  Golden 1 Center–500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:       

Ticket prices start at just $20 each; Kids (age 2-12) tickets available for only $15 each on select seating.  Discount Opening Night tickets available for as low as $10 each on select seating (not valid for VIP/Front Row premium levels).

Tickets now available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or visit the venue Box Office.

*prices subject to change; additional venue/ticketing fees may apply

To discover more about Disney On Ice, visitwww.DisneyOnIce.com

or follow us on these social media platforms:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/DisneyOnIce

Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #WorldsOfEnchantment

YouTube: www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce

Instagram: @DisneyOnIce

I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

About Feld Entertainment

Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that lift the human spirit and create indelible memories, with 30 million people in attendance at its shows each year. Feld Entertainment's productions have appeared in more than 75 countries and on six continents to date and include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live! and Marvel Universe LIVE! More information about Feld Entertainment is available online at www.feldentertainment.com.

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Disney On Ice this Weekend at the Golden One Center

DISNEY ON ICE presents 

WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT

Sacramento, Feb. 16-20

**By Popular Demand, Featuring Magical Moments From

#1 Animated Movie of all Time, Frozen**

Disney on Ice is coming to the Sacramento Golden One Center this weekend!  Purchase your tickets TODAY! We are so excited about going to see Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment.  My boys and I love attending this show.  Every time we have attended we have had a fun time together, making memories.  As a mom with little ones I really appreciate that they have an intermission time.  Makes it easy to take a bathroom break and not miss any part of the show.  For showtimes and ticket information see below!

Rev up for non-stop family fun with four of your favorite Disney stories when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment comes to Stockton and Sacramento!  This delightful ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney • Pixar’s Cars, Toy Story 3, Disney’s The Little Mermaid plus the enchanting Academy Award®-winning Frozen.  Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Icepresents Worlds of Enchantment is performing in Sacramento from Feb. 16-20 at the Golden 1 Center.

S A C R A M E N T O

WHEN:  February 16 – 20, 2017

Thursday, February 16 at7:00 PM

Friday, February 17 at 7:00 PM

Saturday, February 18 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, February 19 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, February 20 at 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM

WHERE:  Golden 1 Center–500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:       

Ticket prices start at just $20 each; Kids (age 2-12) tickets available for only $15 each on select seating.  Discount Opening Night tickets available for as low as $10 each on select seating (not valid for VIP/Front Row premium levels).

Tickets now available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or visit the venue Box Office.

*prices subject to change; additional venue/ticketing fees may apply

To discover more about Disney On Ice, visitwww.DisneyOnIce.com

or follow us on these social media platforms:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/DisneyOnIce

Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #WorldsOfEnchantment

YouTube: www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce

Instagram: @DisneyOnIce

I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

About Feld Entertainment

Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that lift the human spirit and create indelible memories, with 30 million people in attendance at its shows each year. Feld Entertainment's productions have appeared in more than 75 countries and on six continents to date and include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live! and Marvel Universe LIVE! More information about Feld Entertainment is available online at www.feldentertainment.com.

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From Wheels to Waves & Icy Wonderlands 

to Infinity and Beyond!

DISNEY ON ICE presents 

WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT

Sacramento, Feb. 16-20

**By Popular Demand, Featuring Magical Moments From

#1 Animated Movie of all Time, Frozen**

Rev up for non-stop family fun with four of your favorite Disney stories when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment comes to Stockton and Sacramento!  This delightful ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney • Pixar’s Cars, Toy Story 3, Disney’s The Little Mermaid plus the enchanting Academy Award®-winning Frozen.  Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Icepresents Worlds of Enchantment is performing in Sacramento from Feb. 16-20 at the Golden 1 Center.

We are so excited about going to see Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment.  My boys and I love attending this show.  Every time we have attended we have had a fun time together, making memories.  As a mom with little ones I really appreciate that they have an intermission time.  Makes it easy to take a bathroom break and not miss any part of the show.

My boys love to purchase a snow cone in one of the character cups; they drink out of those cups for months after the event talking about their favorite parts of the show during dinner time.  I love seeing the excitement on their face and hearing the thrill in their voices the days leading up to the show, during the show and after the show. 

You have until midnight on February 9th to enter my giveaway for 4 Tickets to the Opening Night Show!

Click Here to enter: 
Disney on Ice Giveaway

S A C R A M E N T O

WHEN:  February 16 – 20, 2017

Thursday, February 16 at7:00 PM

Friday, February 17 at 7:00 PM

Saturday, February 18 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, February 19 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PMMonday, February 20 at 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM

WHERE:  Golden 1 Center–500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:       

Ticket prices start at just $20 each; Kids (age 2-12) tickets available for only $15 each on select seating.  Discount Opening Night tickets available for as low as $10 each on select seating (not valid for VIP/Front Row premium levels).

Tickets now available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or visit the venue Box Office.

*prices subject to change; additional venue/ticketing fees may apply

To discover more about Disney On Ice, visitwww.DisneyOnIce.com

or follow us on these social media platforms:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/DisneyOnIce

Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #WorldsOfEnchantment

YouTube: www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce

Instagram: @DisneyOnIce

I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

About Feld Entertainment

Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that lift the human spirit and create indelible memories, with 30 million people in attendance at its shows each year. Feld Entertainment's productions have appeared in more than 75 countries and on six continents to date and include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live! and Marvel Universe LIVE! More information about Feld Entertainment is available online at www.feldentertainment.com.

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Disney on Ice - 8 Days Away!

From Wheels to Waves & Icy Wonderlands 

to Infinity and Beyond!

DISNEY ON ICE presents 

WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT

Sacramento, Feb. 16-20

**By Popular Demand, Featuring Magical Moments From

#1 Animated Movie of all Time, Frozen**

Rev up for non-stop family fun with four of your favorite Disney stories when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment comes to Stockton and Sacramento!  This delightful ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney • Pixar’s Cars, Toy Story 3, Disney’s The Little Mermaid plus the enchanting Academy Award®-winning Frozen.  Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Icepresents Worlds of Enchantment is performing in Sacramento from Feb. 16-20 at the Golden 1 Center.

We are so excited about going to see Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment.  My boys and I love attending this show.  Every time we have attended we have had a fun time together, making memories.  As a mom with little ones I really appreciate that they have an intermission time.  Makes it easy to take a bathroom break and not miss any part of the show.

My boys love to purchase a snow cone in one of the character cups; they drink out of those cups for months after the event talking about their favorite parts of the show during dinner time.  I love seeing the excitement on their face and hearing the thrill in their voices the days leading up to the show, during the show and after the show. 

You have until midnight on February 9th to enter my giveaway for 4 Tickets to the Opening Night Show!

Click Here to enter: 
Disney on Ice Giveaway

S A C R A M E N T O

WHEN:  February 16 – 20, 2017

Thursday, February 16 at7:00 PM

Friday, February 17 at 7:00 PM

Saturday, February 18 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, February 19 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PMMonday, February 20 at 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM

WHERE:  Golden 1 Center–500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:       

Ticket prices start at just $20 each; Kids (age 2-12) tickets available for only $15 each on select seating.  Discount Opening Night tickets available for as low as $10 each on select seating (not valid for VIP/Front Row premium levels).

Tickets now available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or visit the venue Box Office.

*prices subject to change; additional venue/ticketing fees may apply

To discover more about Disney On Ice, visitwww.DisneyOnIce.com

or follow us on these social media platforms:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/DisneyOnIce

Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #WorldsOfEnchantment

YouTube: www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce

Instagram: @DisneyOnIce

I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

About Feld Entertainment

Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that lift the human spirit and create indelible memories, with 30 million people in attendance at its shows each year. Feld Entertainment's productions have appeared in more than 75 countries and on six continents to date and include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live! and Marvel Universe LIVE! More information about Feld Entertainment is available online at www.feldentertainment.com.

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