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Starbucks Verismo Espresso-Based Drinks: How to Make Them at Home

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Espresso is the basis for many of the great specialty drinks that I like to order at my beloved Starbucks, such as the Iced Americano and the Iced Latte (basically, if it’s iced, I like it!). Through lots of trial and error, I have learned how to make my own iced coffee at home on demand (I lack the patience needed for the 24 hour cold brew method) and it works well enough, but any time I pop into Starbucks to get one of their drinks, the difference in drink quality between what they make and what I make is painfully obvious.

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When my friends at Starbucks sent me their new brewer, called the Verismo System, to try out, I was excited but skeptical at the claim that I could make drinks that taste just as good as what I can get from my local Starbucks barista. But the pods for the system are all Starbucks products, which are top notch, and since this machine is note worthy for its ability to make rich, beautiful espresso (just look at those 3 layers of color!), I thought it was worth a try, especially since a drink with an espresso foundation packs a punch and should have some awesome flavor!

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This system will make espresso or coffee, but I think it’s big draw is the fact that it makes those beautiful cups of espresso. And that brings me to what I like the very least about this system: it has a very short clearance for your cup. It is most definitely not designed for the person who plans to make iced beverages, as you can see in the first photo above where my favorite tall coffee cup cannot fit. But to be fair, that’s not what the system was designed to do.

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It should also be noted that the Verismo system has its own line of pods, which are all Starbucks blends, so your K-cups aren’t going to work in this machine. These pods are much smaller, but trust me when I say that the flavor is totally there. And if you do like to have a cup of coffee, these pods make a very generous 10 oz size, which I was excited to discover.

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If you like to use milk or milk alternatives in your beverages, then I do recommend purchasing the accessory piece, which is the milk frother. This machine will warm your milk quickly and even froth it for you. I’m pleased to see that it even has a cold froth option for folks who are making iced beverages (simply hold the button down for about 4 seconds, until to turns blue, for it to stay cold. Holding it for just 1 second turns the button red and starts the heating process).

Cafe Americano (Hot or Cold)

So let’s break down how to make a few espresso-based drinks, starting with the Cafe Americano. To begin, load an espresso pod into the system and brew your espresso.

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Now all you need to do is press the hot water button to add 5 ounces of hot water and your Cafe Americano is ready for you to drink as is, or to add the sweetener of your choice.

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If you like it iced, like me, instead of adding hot water, add 2 Tbsp of cold water to your drink, and then pour it over roughly 1 1/2 cups of ice. I typically just add even more ice and skip the water part.

Cafe Latte (Hot or Cold)

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A latte is an espresso based drink that also uses quite a bit of milk. To make a hot version of this beverage, get your milk frother out, fill it to the line (it’s 5 oz) and make sure your whisk attachment is removed so that the milk is warmed up but not frothed too much the way you would want it for a cappuccino (oh yes, you can make those, too!). Brew your espresso and then add your hot milk to the cup. It’s so delicious!

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For the iced version, take your brewed espresso and pour it over roughly 1 cup of ice, and then add cold milk. I simply took the hot latte I made previously, let it chill in the fridge for about 20 minutes to cool down, and then poured it over ice. The iced latte just might be my very favorite.

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After trying out several different types of drink with the Verismo, I have to say that my beloved Keurig has been permanently unplugged. The flavor quality I’m getting with this system, and the fact that I can still make iced drinks quickly, makes the switch a no brainer for me.

If you have a coffee lover on your holiday list and you are looking for a last-minute idea, the Verismo is a big winner, I promise. I’d love to see some pods wrapped up for me! 🙂

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A Photo is All You Need to Make a Difference: Donate a Photo App

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This post was sponsored by Johnson & Johnson as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

My family spent most of the month of November not being able to take a full, deep breath, and I do mean that literally. You see, we live in Chattanooga, and this part of the country has experienced a devastating drought this year. Ultimately it led to the spread of wildfires. While our specific area was safe from harm we were close enough to where fires were burning to be impacted. It was a rather inconvenient month, but it was absolutely nothing in comparison to what happened the Monday after Thanksgiving, when massive winds came through and spread a fire in the Smoky Mountains, and in particular, in Gatlinburg. In a matter of hours the entire time was surrounded by, if not engulfed in, flames. It was absolutely horrifying to see what a difference wind can make in the spreading of fires, and it was just heartbreaking to watch a community not far from our own experience this type of devastation.

I was listening to what the people of the area were saying that they needed, and one thing that I wasn’t expecting to hear kept coming up again and again: folks in this area wanted their tourists to please come and see them. These communities rely on tourism as a foundation for their economic health, so one of the best things people could do for the area is to book a trip over to see them.

And so my family did just that, because as it turns out, it was a way to give something very much needed. And that’s the thing about giving: if you keep your eyes and ears open, you’ll be surprised by all the things, great and small, that you can do that will positively impact someone else. In my family, we teach our kids about giving by noting that we all need to take turns sharing. We are also quick to point out to them times when others have shared with us so that they understand that humans need each other, and just because we are in the position at the moment to give, that doesn’t mean that we have never been in the position to receive, or that our circumstances would never change such that we need to ask for help down the line. But when you are able to share, that’s just what you do. Sometimes that looks like bringing canned goods to school for our local food bank. Sometimes it means donating all the money in your piggy bank to a family who wants to adopt. It might also look like buying a few toys for a mother of young children who has just left an abusive relationship and had to leave almost all of her possessions and her children’s toys behind. And sometimes it means taking a vacation unexpectedly, because it will put dollars into an economy that really needs it. We have been able to do these things over the last few months, and we are thankful for the opportunity to share.

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Everyone can share something, even if it feels like you have very little to offer. Do you have a photo, for example? If so, then you already have enough to make a difference right now. Johnson & Johnson has just released the free charity app called Donate a Photo, and all you need to do is download it on your smartphone or tablet, select a charity you’d like to help, and submit your photo. Johnson & Johnson will then donate $1 to that trusted non-profit partner that you chose. Johnson & Johnson has curated a list of trusted causes, and you can donate a photo to one cause, once a day. Each cause will appear in the app until it reaches its goal, or the donation period ends. If the goal isn’t reached, the cause will still get a minimum donation. I chose for our donation to go to survivors of the Tennessee wildfires.

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If you are able to give more than a photo, you can purchase a gift from the Save the Children “Gifts of Joy” catalog, or make a direct monetary donation to the other non-profit partners listed on the app. You can take a turn sharing with others right now. You have something that can help already on your phone, and you can spread the love by sharing about this app with your friends and family, and encouraging them to take a turn sharing, too.

The app allows you to share one photo per day, so by taking a few seconds out of every day, you could get $365 donated by this time next year, and that will REALLY make a difference! The app will send you reminders if you want it to, just to make things as easy as possible. Join Johnson & Johnson in this long-standing partnership with Save the Children and other partner nonprofits to support basic health and hygiene needs for families and to prioritize investments in the health and wellness of others.

We all have something to offer to others. Please donate a photo today and give back!

Holiday Treats: Go Cold with Baskin-Robbins to Create Magical Memories!

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This post was sponsored by Baskin-Robbins as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

One of my favorite things about the holiday season is watching my children discover and delight in the magic that abounds. From special family trips to the movies to discovering a new treat for the first time, there are wonderful memories to make around every corner, especially if you keep your eye out for the magic.

We made one such special memory last week when I surprised the kids with some holiday treats from Baskin-Robbins. My girls had absolutely no idea that such a thing as ice cream cakes even existed, but I will never forget the look on their faces when I brought one home!

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This is the Ganache Poinsettia Cake, and it is so very easy to get one by ordering online at least 24 hours in advance. You can customize the writing on the 9 inch round cake (or leave it simple) and you can also customize both the cake and the ice cream flavors. We opted for chocolate cake with an OREO® cookie ice cream and that combo was AMAZING! One cake can make MANY slices because it is so tall that even a thin slice will be filling as a dessert for folks. The slice we cut here was enough for 2 to share.

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It is so perfect for a holiday party when you need to bring something along (especially if kids will be there: you will be the hero of the event!) or you could just surprise your family like I did and enjoy nibbling away at it for several days (we keep breaking it out to enjoy while watching holiday movies).

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Last week we also enjoyed a play date with a close friend of my girls. Her mother was recovering from some surgery so I thought it would be fun to bring along a fun after dinner dessert for her family. Did you know that Baskin-Robbins makes Polar Pizzas? That’s right: it’s like a pizza, only made with ice cream!

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This is the Peppermint & Winter OREO® Cookies Polar Pizza and have mercy it is SO good! Just as with the ice cream cake, this Polar Pizza is fully customizable, with a double fudge brownie or chocolate chip cookie crust and your pick of ice cream (but I’m telling you now that the peppermint ice cream is so fantastic…it’s really a must try!). It’s also got that awesome Winter OREO® Cookies topping, along with drizzles of marshmallow and fudge. What a fun way to surprise a friend this holiday season. It’s also a fun host/ess gift idea if you are spending the holidays with others. Everyone will love it and everyone will get to enjoy it, too!

The online ordering system at Baskin-Robbins for special holiday treats is very intuitive and very simple. It’s designed to remove some of the stress of the holidays and make life a little easier for you. I had everything ordered in both cases in just a few clicks and both times I went to pick up my orders, everything was ready and correct. I was in and out of the store in a flash!

And while you are in the store picking up your holiday orders, be sure to ask for a scoop of Peppermint Bark in the Dark, the December ice cream flavor of the month. It will help hold those cravings at bay so you aren’t tempted to dig into your ice cream cake and Polar Pizza on the spot. 🙂

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And because I love you and want to help you save your sanity AND a some money, here’s a coupon for $2.00 off a Polar Pizza. You can use this when placing an order online or you can use it in the store if you want to go there to place your order.

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I Hope the next week is filled with love of love, laughter and light as you spend time with the ones you love. And I hope it’s filled with some fantastic ice cream treats, too! 🙂

New on Netflix: 13 Hours of Awesome Just in Time for Winter Break!

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I’m a member of the Netflix Stream Team and as such, receive complimentary Netflix Instant streaming service. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. 

My kids have been out of school for roughly 72 hours. And that is long enough for me to start saying, “Yes” more often to their requests to watch some Netflix.

Gotta practice some self-care, y’all because winter break is a marathon, not a sprint.

Netflix knows what’s up for worn down parents, who are already staying up late wrapping presents every night, and working hard all day to be able to pay for all that stuff that needs to be wrapped. So right when parents could use a little extra help most, DreamsWorks Trollhunters is being released on December 23rd for all Netflix Instant subscribers!

My family just sat down to watch the first episode, and we all LOVED it! But get this: there are 13 HOURS of adventure, suspense, and limitless imagination waiting for you (or your kids) to check out. You could let them binge if you really need to the time to get some stuff done (no judgement) or you could let them watch 2 episodes a day for a week or so to stretch it out.

So what will you find with this movie-quality show? A whole lot of things! For example:

troll-hunters  So yeah, you are definitely going to want to let your kids in on this great release. Mark the calendar for 12/23. Relief (and awesome entertainment) is on the way!

 

A Bean Bag Chair Alternative for Your Big Kid

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Now that my oldest is an independent reader, she needs a space in her room where she can get super comfy and do some serious reading. I thought about getting her a bean bag chair, which in some ways just feels like a rite of passage for kids, right?

But then I thought about all that filling spilling out everywhere as it will eventually do, and decided that’s not really something I want to do.

Brentwood Home is a company that offers a really nice alternative to a bean bag chair, and they call it a Venice Lounger. We were sent a lounger and a pillow to test out, and as always, I’m giving you my honest opinions.

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As far as how much my daughter likes it, I have to say this lounger gets very high marks. She enjoys doing cannonballs into it for fun, and I’m not the least bit worried that she will break it, because the internal stuffing is actually a pillow made out of memory foam. It feels great and won’t be exploding in the near future, which is a win for me.

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I have also noticed that the outer covering, which is easy to remove and wash, is super soft and yet remarkably sturdy. I have picked the lounger up by he handle at the top and toted it up and down the stairs and all over the house and have never felt, seen or heard any evidence of strain from the fabric. We have already had decorative pieces that were connected to the zippers fall off, but I’m not too concerned because again, their purpose was nothing more than decorative.

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We were also sent a child’s size pillow, called the Lilypad pillow, and Layah seems to enjoy it. The filling is a combination of latex and kapok. It is very soft like down, but doesn’t come with allergy concerns, so that’s a good thing for folks out there who need so be mindful of that. I appreciate the smaller sizing for her, but it isn’t so small that she’ll outgrow it in the next 2 years (which will be when it is time to replace the pillow, FYI).

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Based on our experience, the quality of products from Brentwood Home is quite high. I will say, however, that the customer service experience was lacking. It took a little over a month for our shipment to arrive, and repeated requests for an update on the order were met with vague language about having production delays and the promise to let me know when the order would arrive. When I attempted to check the shipping status on my own, it seemed that I needed a password to get into my account that I don’t recall creating. No problem, since there was the ability to reset it via email. Only I never received any emails with links to reset the password (I attempted this route on two separate occasions with no luck).

Only by connecting with the media rep was I able to finally get any information about my order, but that is not an avenue available to the typical customer. If I had placed this order myself I would have been very unhappy with a month-long delay, and would have preferred to have just seen the item listed as out of stock, which would have been more accurate. I don’t like it when a company sells something that it does not have on hand to sell, and then doesn’t provide the customer with an opportunity to cancel the order but leaves them hanging for a month.

Brentwood Home is a company with other 30 years of business experience, and it has had online offerings since 2012. The product quality is quite good, and it just may be the case that I had unusually bad luck as a test customer. But I always tell you straight, so keep in mind before you order from them that based on my experience, the item might not actually be in stock and you may have to wait quite a while for your products.

Traveling for Christmas? Send the Host Family a Gift Before You Arrive!

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Will you be at a loved one’s home over Christmas this year? If so, help with the hosting needs a bit by providing a beautiful centerpiece. You can help with the holiday decor, send a thoughtful gift, and lighten your own packing load all in one simple step by using Teleflora to help you out!

And what if there are folks you love dearly who you won’t be able to see for the holidays? You can let them know you are thinking of them and sending them love and light this season, all the same. And if you aren’t going to be seeing your family with younger kids at home, trust me, you will be missed! Don’t believe me? Watch and see!

Did you catch that 20% off code at the end? Use YOUDELIVERED at checkout to save!

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There are countless possibilities for arrangements, but to make life easier for you, I’m just going to highlight my favorites from the holiday line. I really love (and am currently enjoying!) the Sparkling Star Centerpiece ($69.95). This is a stunning table centerpiece that really helps dress up our dining area, and I love the mercury glass bowl it arrives in because it can be reused as home decor later.

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Also check out the Snow Day Bouquet ($64.95) that is both a floral gift and a cookie jar. This is a great fit for families! Along the same lines, the Gift Wrapped Bouquet ($59.95) is also so pretty and comes in a ceramic jar that can be later used for displaying ornaments or sweets.

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For your friend who loves to sip on hot drinks throughout the winter, consider the Send a Hug® Christmas Cardinal Bouquet ($49.95). I love that pop of red throughout the bouquet and those beautiful red cardinals on the mug.

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And for a more classic look, go for the Silver Christmas Bouquet ($49.95). Notice that it has eucalyptus and white pine! Later, the snowflake vase can serve as a winter candle holder.

Teleflora is designed to make floral arrangements easy for the buyer and the recipient. You don’t have to know who the reputable florists are in your family members’ hometown; Teleflora automatically connects you! And you know the quality you can expect and the price point…no awkward surprises when it’s time to pay or when the arrangement is delivered. Just beautiful blooms and a reminder of your love and friendship.

The Cat with Two Daddies: Portraying Diverse Families in Today’s Kid Lit

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Thanks to today’s guest author, Max Goodman, who also wrote The Secret Life of Lilykins, which is a book my girls fell in love with at first read! I asked Max to tell us a bit more about this special book and why he wrote it. Be sure to check out the book for yourself! 

As a kid growing up in Queens, NY, I lived in what was probably one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the entire world. My friends and classmates, many who were recent immigrants to this country, came in all colors and from what seemed like virtually every part of the world.  Where I grew up, diversity wasn’t just about ethnic origin; there was also an amazing amount of variety in the kinds of families in which kids were being raised. Thinking back to my two closest childhood friends, one was raised by both his mother and grandparents, who all lived in the same apartment building. The other friend was raised by his adoptive parents who had decided to start a family in their 50s. Whether it was single-parent homes or multi-generational households, these “nontraditional” family units were so common where I grew up that they seemed as normal as any notion of a typical nuclear American family.

The only sort of families I didn’t see when I was growing up were ones with same-sex parents. Now, this was back in the 1980s, a virtual lifetime ago in terms of public perception and acceptance of gay people. The truth is that there have always been gay parents; sadly, these people had to keep their sexuality a secret for fear of being judged or rejected by their families and communities. Back then, there were few visible real-world examples of same-sex couples with children, much less representations of these kinds of families in children’s literature.

Fast-forward to the 1990s, when there was an increasing demand for kid’s books with characters and storylines that were more inclusive and more relatable for all types of children, including kids with same-sex parents. A well-known example of this attempt for inclusivity was with the book “Heather Has Two Mommies.” While this story of a little girl being raised by a lesbian couple helped to start an important conversation about different types of families, it was also met with fear and anger by many people. Accusations of some sort of “gay agenda” being forced on the general public lead to protests and outright bans of the book in some libraries and school districts. But while some people just weren’t ready 25 years ago for a book like “Heather Has Two Mommies,” it most certainly paved the way for greater visibility of same-sex parents in popular culture.

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My book, The Secret Life of Lilykins, features a same-sex couple, but it’s not a story about gay parents or different kinds of families. In fact, it’s not really even about people. The central character is a house cat whose wild imagination takes her on some pretty amazing adventures. And while the book is most definitely a work of fiction, the inspiration for it is based on my own everyday life. There really is a cat named Lily (who often acts like she’s possessed), her brother Charlie (who always tries to steal Lily’s food), and their two “Daddies” (my husband and I) who make brief appearances at the beginning and ending of the book. My goal with this book has always been to show children what powerful tools their creativity and imagination can be — but if my story can also show kids that same-sex couples and same-sex parents are as normal as everyone else, well then that’s just icing on the cake.

Society’s views on different kinds of families have changed a lot since I was a kid. My hope is that we’ve arrived at a point where a child can read a story about a wacky cat with two Daddies, and that child doesn’t think twice about a home with same-sex parents because it’s simply become a non-issue.

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About the Author:

Max Goodman lives in New York City with his husband and two very important cats. By day, he works as an advertising copywriter. The Secret Life of Lilykins is Max’s first book. The Secret Life of Lilykins is currently available in paperback via IndieBound, Barnes & Noble, and CreateSpace, and in both paperback and Kindle editions via Amazon.

Why December is the Perfect Time to Visit a Water Park

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Thanks to Wilderness at the Smokies for hosting my family overnight. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. 

Want to know a travel secret I’ve learned over the years? November and December are VERY GOOD times of the year to take little vacations. Other than the week of Thanksgiving and the week of Christmas, this is a time of year when most folks aren’t thinking about vacations, so the crowds at resorts and attractions tend to dip a little bit. This is great news for the folks out there like me who want to have lots of fun but skip the lines and long waits.

Just 2 1/2 hours away from our home in Chattanooga is a spot we have visited before and were so glad to return to now that the weather has gotten chilly. December is the most wonderful time of the year….to visit a water park!

Do I sound crazy? Well, perhaps I should clarify. This particular water park is located indoors and boasts year-round 84 degree weather. Yes, even when the weather outside is frightful! It’s also connected to a beautiful lodge so you don’t ever have to even leave the building where you are staying in order to get to the fun. And entrance to the water park is included in the price of the room you stay in which really makes this a tremendous value! Let me introduce you to Wilderness at the Smokies.

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Before we check out the amazing on-site water park, let’s look a bit more closely at the rooms. This resort offers a wide variety of room options, from a more traditional hotel room look and feel at Stone Hill Lodge to several different choices in the main River Lodge. We have really enjoyed the bunk suite, which comes with a queen bed and a pull out couch in one area, and a half wall for a bit of privacy separating a bunk bed (twin on top, queen on the bottom). The room also has a balcony and a small table for in-room dining, as well as a fridge and a microwave so you can have plenty of snacks on hand (always important when kids are around). I also noticed the placement of the sink outside of the room with the toilet and shower, and that is another great design feature that makes things easier when lots of people are staying in the same space. There’s also the possibility of renting adjoining rooms if you have a big group and need more than one suite!

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Now let’s focus on all the fun to be had on site! We spent a lot of time playing in this kid-friendly splash zone. A giant bucket of water is tipped over every 10 minutes of so, and the kids line up to get soaked by it. For the older kids, there are 3 different tube slides that are tons of fun and take you several stories down as you twist and turn. There’s also the option to do a little surfing!

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Since we have a 4-year-old, we spent a bit of time in the part of the park designed for the younger kids. It’s nice to have an area where you don’t worry that your little one will be overlooked and subsequently run over (it happens!).

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This space has slides and bucket swings for babies and toddlers, as well, and even seating areas for the parents if your child can comfortably splash around on his/her own.

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We spent the majority of our time, however, in the giant wave pool, jumping over wave after wave and absolutely wearing ourselves out with the fun of it. When the waves would stop, we found ourselves heading over to the giant hot tub area for a warm up. I was surprised (and the kids were delighted) to see that there’s an entire section of this hot tub area that is outside and it’s also open all year. We went out for a bit just for fun, but quickly decided we liked that 84 degree weather much more! 🙂

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The water park can provide hours upon hours of entertainment, but it’s not the only fun attraction at the resort. Layah was able to snag this super awesome plush dog by trying her luck (and winning!) in the video game arcade. Before 10am every day, the arcade games are only half price, so that seemed like the ideal time for us to try our luck and have some fun. It paid off in prizes, but even if it hadn’t, we made some great memories while we waited for the water park to open.

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In the same area, you’ll also find some really fun activities, like candle pin bowling, rock climbing, a ropes course, laser tag and glow-in-the-dark putt putt golf. We had stay passes so we could play these types of games as much as we want (I recommend going that route) and had so much fun playing together.

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So all of these fabulous things can be found at Wilderness of the Smokies any time of year that you visit, but during December, there are some extra special features that you will want to check out.

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Shortly after we checked in, we noticed a doorway that led to Santa’s workshop, and we decided to check it out after we we finished with our water park fun that day. So after dinner, we got into our matching Santa jammies (because #wesleigh) and headed downstairs to check out the fun. And we were SO surprised by how much fun was waiting for us!

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There were several different crafts set up (only 2 options had a cost…everything else was completely free!). We decorated cookies, made ornaments, did some holiday coloring, and even wrote a letter to Santa.

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And speaking of Santa, let me tell you about one of the greatest moments of the entire trip. While we were having our fun in the workshop, I decided to go over to the cafe on the first floor and get some hot chocolate (they serve Starbucks, so I knew it would be yummy!). I took my 7-year-old with me, and guess who we ran into at the coffee shop?

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SANTA!!!! Oh my gosh! Darah could not believe her eyes and was just beside herself with joy at this unexpected run-in! Turns out, Santa was there to hang out for a bit with the kids and to take pictures (again, completely free of charge for guests!). It was a rather magical encounter, friends, and one that my girls will remember for a long time!

We stayed at the resort just shy of 24 hours, but we made countless memories and enjoyed so much fun while also enjoying lower crowds. I very highly recommend taking a trip to Wilderness at the Smokies during December. It was such a fun experience, with all sorts of complimentary extras thrown in for the guests who are extra savvy and work in a little vacation during the holiday season! Be sure to check out the specials being offered by the resort, even if you are reading this after the holidays! There’s always something fun in store for you.

Stock Up on Baby Items at Kroger (Perfect for Filling Stocking for a Bargain!)

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If you have a baby on your holiday shopping list, NOW is the time to head to your nearest Kroger and take advantage of The Baby Event.

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This is a special two week Catalina coupon promotion just for the Baby aisle at Kroger. A Catalina coupon is a special coupon that prints at the register when you make a qualifying purchase, FYI. From 12/14-12/27, when you spend $40 on participating Baby items, you’ll get a coupon printed at checkout to save $10 on your next Baby Aisle purchase!

To help that $40 stretch even further, don’t forget to make use of additional digital coupons that are available, including $2 off any Huggies and $2 off an Goodnites or Pull Ups.

Huggies is also offering a $5 Catalina coupon at checkout when you purchase $25 or more of the following products: ANY size Huggies Diapers, Wipes, Pull Ups, Goodnites, and Little Swimmers.

And for the folks who like to buy larger numbers of diapers at a time, there’s a sweet $10 Catalina coupon when you buy 2 Pampers or Luvs Diaper Boxes (including Easy-Ups).

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So if you need some of these products look for the tags on participating items and get stocked up while racking up the savings! And then you can turn around and use all those great Catalina coupons (you could find yourself with $25 in Catalina coupons!) to get some great stocking stuffers that will be just perfect for your little one. The Baby Aisle at Kroger has a great assortment of products that you will love and that baby can use!

Remember, the $40 purchase minimum must be met AFTER any digial coupons have been applied and this great offer only lasts until 12/27, so head on over to Kroger today!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Baby Catalina . The opinions and text are all mine.