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 It may surprise some, but I’ve made it to my 50s and never explored wines. Sure, I’ve had the occasional glass of celebratory wine but never cared enough to explore the many nuances that come with being a wine drinker. With several spring celebrations on the horizon, filled with family and friends who adore wine, I felt it was time I started learning about wine as a beginner, especially since I’d been given three bottles of wine to try. If you are a novice wine drinker, or just like learning more about wines, read on. 



Learning About Wine for Spring Celebrations!



Learning About Wine for Spring Celebrations

3 Useful Gift Ideas For The Big Pups in your Life

in , , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Monday, March 04, 2024

Happy March friends! Did you know that March 23rd is National Puppy Day? I found this out while I was researching good gift ideas for big pups, because now that my daughter has a fenced-in backyard, she and her boyfriend are planning a big pup sleepover at their house and I get to spend time with them! I couldn’t show up empty-handed, and as luck would have it, I was offered some useful dog supplies I’m excited to share. I even have a fun pup movie giveaway!



Gift Ideas For The Big Pups in Your Life:



Gift Ideas for Big Pups





Are you like me anxiously awaiting spring and gardening season? Or perhaps, you love nurturing houseplants, and would like to do a few fun gardening projects before spring arrives? If yes, then keep reading because I’m going to introduce you to a delightful book about both: ¡Verdura!: Living a Garden Life has 30 projects to nurture your passion for plants, both indoors and out. Plus, I’m hosting a giveaway!




 Welcome More Plants into your Life!



Verdura book

I hope everyone who celebrates Christmas had a wonderful holiday. I sure did. As we inch closer to the year's end, our thoughts usually turn to end-of-year reflections. Did we achieve the goals we made in 2023? Did we fulfill any dreams? I can happily say yes, but for some who find themselves dreaming of Nicholas Cage's character in Dream Scenario, happy is not the term they would use!



 Dream Scenario Now Streaming!




Dream Scenario Now Streaming!

Tomorrow marks the first official day of winter, which for most gardeners, or those aspiring to be, is the perfect time to be warm and cozy inside, while dreaming of what we want to do outside once the weather is warm again. I can think of no better book for garden dreaming and planning than The Garden Journal, a beautiful five-year record-keeping tool by Linda Vater. As a special thanks to my readers, I’m hosting a giveaway for a hardbound copy of this book.



The Garden Journal: A Five Year Record Keeping Tool!



The Garden Journal: A Five Year Record Keeping Tool

 Are you hosting a holiday event soon? I’m hosting on two occasions between now and the new year, so stocking up on dinnerware now for holiday entertaining makes sense to take advantage of current sales and ensure there is plenty of dinnerware on hand. I recently found a beautiful blue porcelain, dinnerware set from over&back that I'm excited to share with you today.   



Stock up on Dinnerware Now:




Stock up on Dinnerware Now

The Canterville Ghost Family Movie Night Giveaway 3 Winners!

in , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Friday, December 01, 2023

Happy December and happy Friday friends! If you’ve been on my blog before, you know how much I love Friday giveaways. This giveaway comes at a perfect time with kids going on holiday break from school soon, so parents looking for entertainment options, this one's for you!



The Canterville Ghost Family Movie Night Giveaway 3 Winners!





The Canterville Ghost
Courtesy: Shout!Media 


10 No Tech Holiday Gift Ideas Sure To Please

in , , , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Monday, November 13, 2023

In an effort to not rush headlong into everything Christmas, I waited until I knew most people had started holiday shopping, or at the very least, asking for their loved ones' gift lists. This year has found me enjoying offline hobbies and events, which led me to compile 10 no tech holiday gift ideas sure to please most adults on your list. This is a switch from my previous holiday gift idea lists because I’m not covering kids' gifts. As an almost empty nester, it’s going to be a few years before I need to shop for little ones again.


No Tech Gifts Sure To Please!




10 No Tech Holiday Gift Ideas Sure To Please

The Marvels in theaters Now My No Spoiler Review

in , , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Saturday, November 11, 2023

Earlier this week, my husband and I had the privilege of attending an IMAX press screening of The Marvels, along with other accredited film critics who, like me,  are members of the Music City Film Critics Association. I say this because there is something special about watching a film with others in the audience. It’s fun to be with peers and their plus ones and enjoy this time together. Together is one of the key components of The Marvels, and I can’t wait to share my no-spoiler (hopefully!) thoughts with you. 



The Marvels in Theaters Starting 11-10-23!


The Marvels in Theaters now
Courtesy: Marvels Studio

It’s been a while since I hosted a Friday giveaway here on the blog, so I thought the first Friday in November would be a perfect time to host this awesome giveaway for a subscription to a new kids' platform, Bentkey. If you are looking for a  new streaming service that offers curated content parents can trust, read on!



Trusted Kids Entertainment Platform!




Trusted Kids Entertainment Platform #MabelMaclay #ChipChilla
Courtesy: Bentkey 

We are in the home stretch of October, and for parents with younger kids, I wish you a happy and safe Halloween. As for me and my crew, this will be the first year without family plans. Such is the life of an almost empty nester. Don’t feel bad for me though! I’ve got lots of fun holiday coverage that I think you'll like! Everything from helpful gift guides to home decorating to baking!  Let's cue the holiday playlist and talk about a lovely book I recently received to review: French Country Cottage Christmas! Want to win a copy? Read until the end of this post for details.



Holiday Inspiration Found!




French Country Cottage Christmas Book

On Tuesday evening, my husband and I attended the press screening for The Burial, the latest film from Tommy Lee Jones and Jamie Foxx. Both are extraordinarily talented actors, so we couldn’t wait to see to see them paired up on the big screen. I don’t want to share any spoilers, so suffice to say, we are so glad we went! Read on to learn more about this film, which will stream globally on Prime Video on Friday, October 13th.



The Burial is an Inspirational, Triumphant Story!


The Burial Film


Happy Friday and Happy Fall friends! I couldn’t let September end without hosting another fun giveaway and nobody knows how to have fun more than our Sesame Street friends Abby and Elmo! Let's say hello to the fall adventure with our favorite furry friend Elmo and his delightful fairy friend Abby in Sesame Street: Abby & Elmo’s Amazing Adventures. Read on to learn how to enter to win one of 3 DVDs and check out Abby Cadabby’s Magical Blueberry and Banana Smoothie Recipe. 



Sesame Street: Abby & Elmo’s Amazing Adventures!



Sesame Street: Abby & Elmo’s Amazing Adventures!

Having watched the slow cognitive decline of my mother-in-law a few years ago, I was highly interested in learning all I could from this cookbook.  According to the front flap of the book, the foods we choose to eat (or not) sit at the core of the Alzheimer’s epidemic. Those are powerful and hope-filled words!  Author and chef Annie Fenn, MD, makes a compelling case for this thinking in The Brain Health Kitchen Cookbook. 



Preventing Alzheimer’s Through Food:



The Brain Health Kitchen Cookbook


I’ve always been drawn to the classy look of pearl jewelry. I think it started with my admiration of my Grandmother’s pearl lapel pin. Then my Mom and aunt's pearl necklaces and matching earring sets grabbed my attention and before I was ten years old, I knew I’d someday have my own set of pearls. Fast forward to today, where I own several pieces of pearl jewelry. My newest addition is a lovely pair of stud earrings, from The Pearl Source Power Pearls curated collection of the Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris. 



Add Power Pearls Earrings to your Wardrobe:




Add Power Pearls Earrings to your Wardrobe


Hello Autumn Book Giveaway and Blog Hop

in , , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Wednesday, September 06, 2023

 Since Monday was a holiday, and for many,  the unofficial start of Autumn, I thought today would be a perfect time to join my Review Wire blogging buddies and their Hello Autumn giveaway hop in which I’m giving away a copy of the book Compost Coach by Kate Flood. 



Hello Autumn Book Giveaway and Blog Hop:



Hello Autumn Book Giveaway and Blog Hop

My thanks to Quarto Books for the complimentary copy of The Compost Coach Book for review purposes and for hosting a giveaway.

Recently, I was talking with a Mom friend who is in the thick of the back to school schedule. Since she knows I’m on the other side of the back to school stress, she asked if and when things got better. I assured her they would as her kids get older, and that now would be a perfect time to practice mental rest. Today, I have the privilege of sharing insights on this topic from Shiela Mie Legapsi, President of Cyberbacker and contributor to Newsweek and Pop Sugar. 



Moms Need Mental Rest:



Moms practice mental rest

 Are you excited to celebrate the upcoming Labor Day holiday? My family and I sure are! It’s a time of rest, relaxation, and great food! Today, I want to share three tasty foods I’ve recently tried and liked so much, that I thought you might want to add to your Labor Day gathering too.



Tasty Foods for your Labor Day Gathering!



Tasty Foods for your Labor Day Gathering


 The schools in my area have been in session for a couple of weeks now, so it came as no surprise to hear coughing, sneezing, and a little whining from kids and adults on my recent shopping trip. It’s that time of year when I like to keep vitamins on hand to help with summer colds and school germs that lead to the dreaded “school crud”. Bonus points to today’s sponsor, Superior Source Vitamins for their no-swallow products, which are perfect for kids.



Keep Vitamins on Hand!




Keep Vitamins on Hand

 If there’s one thing I love more than a sunny Friday, it’s hosting a giveaway on a sunny Friday to kick off the weekend on a happy note! If you’re a film fan you are going to love today’s post and giveaway in which you could win 4 tickets to go see The Hill starring Dennis Quaid, which will be debuting in theaters on Friday, August 25,2023, plus a ten-dollar Amazon gift card! 



Summer Film Ticket Giveaway!



Summer Film Ticket Giveaway


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