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Yo-Kai Party

YO-KAI is a multimedia phenomenon. It’s an original concept created by renowned Japanese game company, LEVEL-5, Inc. With an imaginative plot, great characters, comedy and adventure, YO-KAI WATCH has become one of the most popular franchises of all time in Japan; and it’s now taking the world by storm. Beyond the Youtube channel, my kids are discovering the comics, toys, games, music …

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Nobody Warned Me About Five

My son’s birthday is today, so I am in pause. The world feels like it’s standing still for just this second, as I jot down a few thoughts and reminiscences. I remember the day he was born: the first time I saw you, held you, and rocked you in my arms. You were so small, compared to now. But, I …

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You Call Me Batman

Dear Son, You call me “Batman,” and you’re Robin. You want to save the world, and I’m proud of you for it. “We’re superheroes,” you say. “We’re here to protect.” Beyond Gotham, we’ll save the world. It sounds so simple. You make me believe that it’s all possible. I want you to believe it. And, somehow, I feel that you must believe …

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5 Reasons You Need Holiday #PinkRelief

The holidays are a time of fun, laughter and memory-making experiences. But,  with all that frivolity, there comes a fair bit of discomfort. That’s just part of why I was thrilled to hear about the #PinkRelief campaign by Pepto-Bismol. It’s a product I know has helped me and so many other parents over the years, and it’s also been a …

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Kindness Matters – Join the Kind Army

It’s the season of hope and promise and forgiveness, but it’s also one of the most difficult times of the year. That’s why this campaign offers such an important message for all of us. It’s easy to join the #kindawesome army! Go to howkindofyou.com. Then, send a #kindsnacks or redeem one — for your #kindawesome ways! Share the #love …. …

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On the Road with Yankee Candle

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LoveAmericanHome #CollectiveBias With the dog, kids, sports, and the deluge of rain and snow (we just had quarter-sized hail a few days ago), the house and car take on that wet, boy-dirt-play smell. Yankee Candle car fresheners are the perfect go-to solution for helping …

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Heroes Abound – Playskool

We talk about heroes a lot in our house. Heroes are at the center of most of the play and interaction — they also love to see acts of courage by all their favorite superheroes. But, I also look back at my own childhood, and I see the lessons that I’ve learned… Those lessons have helped me to get through even the darkest …

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Goosebumps

Christopher Lewis is a father of two and College Administrator. He is a lifestyle dad blogger who writes about family, parenting, fatherhood, technology, home and more. You can find him on DadofDivas.com. I love being a member of the Fandango Family and because I am a part of this great program I was able to go with my family to …

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My Son – Hulk Smash Halloween

Yep, it  had to be Hulk! It’s nearly Halloween, so we’ve been having a lot of discussions about costumes. As you can probably imagine, the kids change their minds a few times before they land on the ONE — that costume that will be the perfect one for that year. (I should also say that my son was Optimus Prime …

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Wearing my baby… International Babywearing Week

We often hear (and read) about the moms who wear their babies from birth. It’s a rewarding experience, and there are so many benefits; but up until a few years ago, we didn’t see as many dads who would wear their babies and children. It’s not that it’s never been done, and I think we can all agree that more-and-more …

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