Naptime DIY: How to install a shelf

We recently removed all of the wallpaper in our laundry room and removed a large, unsightly metal shelving unit at the same time.  In doing this it left us with absolutely no area to put spray bottles or other things needed in the laundry room.  If you want to install a shelf, it’s DIY 101, but because we’ve previously done it incorrectly, it warrants pointing out a couple of things.

Put the wall anchor into the wall

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The precipice at the end of the school year

At the playground the other day after school I was near some moms.  I overheard their conversation where one of them was talking about how their husband didn’t understand the fact that she was dreading the coming end of school.  “oh, you have to drive around and run errands with the kids”, she said that he had sarcastically said.  Initially my ‘Dad Inequality’ gag reflex was triggered, but then I listened, thought about it and realized that she was 100% correct. The Precicipice at the end of the school year Continue reading The precipice at the end of the school year

Homefront is the best Jason Statham movie since The Transporter

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before.  Jason Statham has a movie where he plays a cop whose family is being chased by some bad guys.  He’s played this character so many times he’s running away with the title of modern day Charles Bronson.  However, his career is the boy who cried wolf of action films.  More often than not audiences have only paid attention when he’s part of an ensemble cast, like The Expendables. Jason Statham’s latest film on DVD, Homefront is nothing to cry wolf about, in fact it’s his best film since The Transporter.


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A Bucket of Blessings- a new classic children’s book for all

There is a lot to love about A Bucket of Blessings, written by Kabir & Surishtah Sehgal.  The story is simple, relatable to children, teaches them lessons and has big words &  pictures for children.  A Bucketful of Blessings is based on a little-known Indian myth that demonstrates the power of sharing, hope and blessings.

Cover Image A Bucket of Blessings
Cover Image A Bucket of Blessings

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Godzilla is entertaining fun that leaves you wanting more

You say monsters and some people, a large, vocal portion of them will scream Godzilla.  Having lived in Japan for a couple years I saw some of the old school movies and enjoyed them, but never really understood the cult appeal that the character has.  Hollywood as never really done a good Godzilla movie, until now.  The latest take on Godzilla is the closest to being great yet.  It is a very good, fun summer popcorn movie that audiences 8 and up will enjoy.

A scene from Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' sci-fi action adventure movie "GODZILLA," a Warner Bros. Pictures release. _Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures
A scene from Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Pictures’ sci-fi action adventure movie “GODZILLA,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. _Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures

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HeroBear and the Kid: Saving Time #1, timeless appeal for all ages

HeroBear is a comic that I’ve wanted to try for a while.   The concept of a young boy and his toy bear coming to life when he taps his nose is super cute.  It’s the classic idea of a toy that truly understands a growing kid, when the world seems not to know what to do with him.  The art in HeroBear is warm inviting and reminds you of an old friend.   HeroBear and the Kid: Saving Time is a five issue miniseries about their adventures that’s good for young readers.

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Empowering Women Together at Walmart solves your Mother’s Day gift needs

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walmart and Walmart Foundation for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I don’t panic for Mother’s Day.  In a way that by itself is a gift to my wife, a non panicked spouse is a good thing that begets more relaxation.   When you have two children under 5 a calm mom is a great thing to have, or be.  If you’re looking for some nice Mother’s Day gift ideas check out some items from Walmart’s Empowering Women Together line.

Empowering Women Together at Walmart solves your Mother’s Day gift needs

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Win $50 in coupons from Michael Angelo’s Italian meals

Sometimes it’s great not to cook-and I say this as someone who loves to cook.  I dig the process of combining ingredients, the smells and the big reveal when it comes out.  Truth be told, I also like the experimentation of cooking, granted sometimes that surprises me for the worse.  Michael Angelo’s frozen Italian meals are as close as you can get to the smell and taste of homemade, while having the convenience of frozen foods.

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