Every August when I introduce myself to students I give them the FAQ about my life. One of the things that I mention to them is that I go to Dragon Con each year to play video games and listen to the scientists who are speaking. “Do you dress up like a dragon?” is what the smarmy response that a couple of the well-meaning, but curious kids will utter. This year when they asked I said “Yes, and I’ll be talking with jet propulsion specialists, NASA engineers, and others who have been integral in the outer space discoveries for decades to come.” I’ve been practicing my ‘yes, and’ method of shutting down or continuing conversations in the manner of improv comedy.
MomoCon 2023 is in the books and it marks the seventh time that we’ve attended with our children. They’re 13 and 11 now and the difference in how they’ve engaged with the con is dramatic and has kept up with the times. I’ll explain more about that in a moment, but one of the first things out of mouth, when I tell teachers or parents about MomoCon, is that it truly is an all-ages con.
Readers of the site may know that I lived in Japan for a few years. Thus, it would stand to reason that we really enjoy going to JapanFest each year. It’s being held September 17 and 18 at Gas South Convention Center in Duluth, Georgia. We were thinking the other day about people who don’t have an affinity for Japanese culture. Why would they want to come to JapanFest? What could they possibly get out of it?
I think about Walt Disney World every day. It’s more than I should and in a parallel world I’m probably still working there. The other day I was speaking with someone about WDW and they mentioned the College Program. For me that’s where it all started at the Walt Disney World College Program. It’s an internship like no other one on Earth that has the power to deliver whatever it is that you’re looking for from it.
Costume parties are a great way to celebrate Halloween, especially when you go all out on food and drinks. Unfortunately, throwing a costume party can also cost quite a bit of money, so it’s tough for some people. If you want to throw a costume party on a budget, try these seven tips.
Whenever someone is going through a difficult time in their life, a little support from family and friends goes a long way. Whether they are feeling underappreciated at work or experiencing personal turmoil, being treated with acts of kindness tells them that they are not alone.
But when a loved one is facing these challenges, it can be a bit difficult to show your appreciation in a way that feels sincere. With that being said, it is not an impossible goal to achieve if you know what to do.
To help you through these challenges, here are 5 ways to be there for a loved one in times of need.
As summer approaches, I’ve been thinking more and more about taking a family vacation. As a parent, it can sometimes be stressful to plan trips for my family since we have so many different interests, and it can be expensive! Ultimately, though, the time spent having fun and exploring together is totally worth the cost. No matter what your family loves, here are 5 destinations you should visit at least once in your life.
97 out of 100 summer camps have been cancelled. To compensate for that some brands have really stepped up to give parents a break in certain areas. Camp Warner Bros. starts this week. In addition to introducing you and your family to potentially new entertainment they’ll have weekly activities that were created around certain releases.
This week has Super Hero Training, which is something any parent can relate to and might need help with. Granted, part of that could be a distraction and parents know that an entertaining distraction is far different than just a diversion for children. LEGO DC: Shazam! Magic and Monsters is celebrating its release and is certain to entertain LEGO, DC or audiences aged 5 and up that want to laugh and have fun.
For example, here’s the Batman Workout that kids will certainly get a laugh out of. It’s geared towards those young children who’ll be able to find Batman or who want to fight crime in their backyard.
Here’s the schedule for Camp Warner Bros. this summer. There’s something for any camper, so pay loose attention.
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