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It’s Finally Here! Diagon Alley Opens at Universal Orlando

by Candace Sampson

I’m ridiculously excited for all the people who were able to attend the grand opening of the The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley today at Universal Orlando. I’m also totally jealous. This fully-immersive area expands upon the global phenomenon launched by Universal Orlando when it opened The Wizarding World of Harry Potter …

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Why You Need to Run Away with Your Girlfriends

by Candace Sampson

Let’s just get something straight from the outset, my family comes first. Without them, none of what I am would have meaning. Every move I make, every decision I make is based solely on how it will affect/benefit my family. My brain literally never stops working in this regard. Do I have the right ratio …

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5 Ways to Have Fun with Vintage Dishes in Your Backyard

by Candace Sampson

I’m not a fan of paper plates, and I’m completely opposed to plastic. They are a waste financially and environmentally, so I use real plates, glassware and cutlery in my backyard all summer long. The problem of course, is that I don’t want to use my good dishes out on our concrete deck. I think …

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Creamy Jalapeno Dip: Spicy, Addictive & So Easy to Make

by Candace Sampson

When I say this creamy jalapeno dip is dangerously addictive, I’m not exaggerating. It has ruined me for other dips — and I don’t say that lightly. This is the kind of party food that quietly shows up, sits down on the snack table, and steals the entire show. People hover. People dip. People demand …

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Butter Chicken Wraps

by Candace Sampson

Summer is officially here and for me that means kids. Lot of kids. They tend to gravitate to our house and I’m 100% good with it except that I serve way more lunches during the summer than I do the whole school year! I keep a steady supply of frozen pizzas and hot dogs on …

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Girls Escape to Ontario Highlands #OHLetsGo

by Candace Sampson

This is a story about three moms who escaped the big city for a wild and crazy weekend in the Ontario Highlands. You read that right, the Ontario Highlands, home to charming bed and breakfasts, boutique hotels, fine dining and antique shops galore was the back drop for three ladies cutting it loose for a …

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Hate Cooking? Indifferent to Food? How to Survive in A World of Foodies

by Life In Pleasantville

I hate food. You wouldn’t know it to look at me, but it’s true. (I wouldn’t put myself in the overweight category, but I don’t look like I’ve missed many meals.) I don’t have an eating disorder, I have a FOOD disorder. I hate deciding what to cook, I hate shopping for it, preparing it …

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10 Reasons Beaches Makes Luxury With Children Possible

by Candace Sampson

lux·u·rynoun, luxurythe state of great comfort and extravagant livingnormally not reconcilable with children I own no white furniture. No high end nic nacs adorn my home. I keep the good china packed away for special occasions. I am a Mom after all and while I like to admire the lux life from afar it’s not …

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