let's make some magic
Some how this decadent dessert fell out of style over the past 20 years and it’s about time we bring it back. It’s elegant exterior is crispy like a meringue and has a soft marshmallow-y center. I imagine this is what clouds taste like. It’s incredibly easy to make too! It takes several hours to […]
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Did you know Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party offers allergy-friendly food and treats? According to my friend Seely at @MouseEarMemories, people with food allergies are given a teal bag with a cute Mickey pumpkin on it. They collect tokens at each candy booth and then cash them in for gluten free and allergy friendly […]
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Let’s get Spooky! Most of you have probably heard that Disney canceled ALL of their Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties this year. It’s such a big bummer, but I know they have our best interest at heart and want to keep their guests safe. That doesn’t mean we have to miss out on the […]
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If you’re looking for a way to look back at Christmas’ past, this idea might be just what you’ve been looking for. This idea originally came from my mom, she didn’t have time to write in a journal every day or scrapbook books upon books taking care of our big family. So every Christmas, she […]
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The Fourth of July has always been one of our favorite holidays. We camp out for hours to get a good view at the parade, the kids love seeing the armory roll thru, seeing all the fire engines and first responders, the big family cookout, and it wouldn’t be America’s birthday without the fireworks! This […]
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One of my favorite parts of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Parade is the parade of Toy Soldiers. I love all the vintage vibes he brings to the parade! I loved them so much that I created my own solider ornament a few years back. I’m no expert, but I want to share the instructions with […]
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**This post contains Amazon affiliate links that I have used and love! I receive a small compensation if you make a purchase using my link, at no additional cost to you** It’s not Valentine’s Day without sweet treats right? These easy, yet delicious, treats are perfect for little hands to grab hold of AND will […]
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You may think I’m this young cool mom, but really I’m a 90 old grandma because my favorite candies are Nonpareils. Haha! I can’t get enough of them! Of course, I decided to make them more magical than usual for my blog. Join in the fun! You might already have these ingredients in your pantry, […]
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You’ve been Booed! The idea behind being “booed” is that someone sneaks up to your house and leaves a basket of goodies and a note letting you know you’ve been booed during the Halloween season. You’re then supposed to anonymously pass along the fun by booing another family. We used to do something similar when […]
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Crackling fires, crunching leaves, hot coffee, crisp mornings, chilly nights, cozy sweaters, and Mickey pumpkins are just a few of my favorite things about Autumn. There’s something about decorating your front porch for Fall too. Marisa, the creative genius behind The Spectromagical Life, and I wanted to share an easy and inexpensive DIY […]
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Washington DC is home to our nations capitol, a place like no other with historical monuments and treasures intermingled with eclectic and trendy neighborhoods. 20 million people come to visit and work in this majestic city every year. Currently the second worst traffic in the nation, you can imagine the traffic headaches this 70 sq […]
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WALL-E has always been one of my favorite movies and I couldn’t wait to share it with my family! Disney/Pixar was able to make an appliance the most loved thing on earth when they produced WALL-E. They made us fall in love with a character, typically void of emotion, within 25 minutes of what’s like […]
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If you are looking for a way to add a little Disney into your Easter Sunday, I got the thing for you! With a little pixie dust and glue, your kids will love finding Mickey and his pals at the dinner table. I used Disney Family’s Easter Egg template for all the faces. Instead of […]
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It’s the season of love and what is more adorable than Disney couples! Princess Aurora and Prince Phillip, Rapunzel and Eugene, Anna and Kristoff, and you cant forget the cutest couple of them all, Mickey and Minnie. The Disney love stories have been part of our lives for generations and some have even been included […]
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If you are looking for a quick and easy treat to pass out for Valentines, I have the one for you! I’m always running around last minute trying to put something together for my kids to hand out for Valentines Day. But inspiration struck while watching Big Hero 6 the other night. Baymax is as […]
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A Magical Kingdom called Home 