Harry Potter and the Cursed Child brings the Wizarding World to the stage in a way that is genuinely hard to describe unless you see it for yourself. Set years after the events of the original Harry Potter series, this show picks up with Harry, Ron, Hermione, Draco, and the rest of the characters we…
*Reposted* In Oregon, we are experiencing an absolutely miserable heat wave with temperatures up to 110 this week! And no, we do not have central air. But hey, I really think this $9.99 box fan is starting to do something… maybe… While this is completely unusual for us- even in the heart of summer, we…
Watermelon Waffles: Oh, summer…. A time for mothers to spend quality time with their kids after a long school year of separation. You’re going to have so much fun going to parks, baking, doing arts and crafts…. You know, Pinterest stuff! Well, at least that is what June is like. July and August on the…
I’ll be honest—I went into Hell’s Kitchen expecting great music, but I wasn’t entirely sure how well a musical built around Alicia Keys’ catalog would come together as a story. It didn’t take long for those doubts to disappear (as they have with every artist based show, I really should know better by now). First…
Toy Story Slinky Dog Craft For Kids Are you ready to take a walk down memory lane with your kids? Remember the lovable Slinky Dog from the Toy Story franchise? Well, now you can bring this classic toy to life with a fun and easy Slinky Dog craft that you can create with your little…
Are you expecting? Check out these 25+ tasty pregnancy drinks for pregnant women and indulge! When it comes to drinks for pregnant women, many people seem to think you’re stuck with a lemonade or ginger ale- but that’s just not true! There are so many non-alcoholic drinks for pregnant women (also known an “preggatinis“) that…
Some movies feel almost impossible to adapt for the stage, and Back to the Future is one of them. Between the time travel, the iconic DeLorean, the special effects, and a story that has been beloved for decades, it would be easy for a theatrical adaptation to feel gimmicky or like a watered-down version of…
Some musicals leave you emotionally shattered. Others leave you deep in thought, contemplating life’s biggest questions. Apparently, Mamma Mia! leaves you grinning from ear to ear, resisting the urge to dance in the aisles, and humming ABBA songs all the way home. This beloved jukebox musical arrived at the Keller Auditorium this week, bringing with…
Rosé Sorbet Three Ways: Oh my goodness, it is getting HOT in Oregon. And without an AC unit in sight in our house, the little one and I escaped to Whole Foods Market 365 in Lake Oswego to do some shopping, munch on macarons, and enjoy a cup of tea in the cold air! While…
Bathrooms are for relaxing, and most small bathrooms don’t exactly help with that. They’re usually packed with products. They typically feature bad lighting. They’ll likely offer just enough space to get ready in the morning and leave. But the truth is, you don’t need a giant bathroom or a luxury budget to make the space…
This post may contain affiliate links. This sensory activity is perfect calming down your younger children right before a quiet time or a nap. My youngest brother did this activity when he was at the age where he didn’t like naps, or after a temper tantrum. Taking a few minutes to play with this sensory…
If you ever needed a reminder of why The Phantom of the Opera has remained one of the most iconic productions in theatre history, the current run at Keller Auditorium delivers it in full force (and then some). From the very first note, this production pulls you in and refuses to let go. The Phantom…