Spring Break



It's Spring Break!!!  Here in Vegas, yes, it's even hot enough to spend a day at the lake! Be safe, have fun and take the time to enjoy this week with you children, making lasting memories!!





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The Dodge brand Power Rallye Tour is speeding into Las Vegas Premium Outlets, this weekend; April 11th- 13th to offer locals a chance to feel vehicle performance unleashed with the 2014 Dodge brand lineup.
 
The Dodge brand is hosting the first event at the Las Vegas Premium Outlets (South) and will be offering test drive participants an opportunity to enter for a chance to win $45,000 towards any eligible Chrysler Group vehicle. See below for more details regarding the test drives and Chrysler Group giveaway.

Dodge is showcasing its full lineup of 2014 vehicles – Charger, Challenger, Dart, Durango, Grand Caravan and Journey – as well as special edition vehicles and the Dodge Charger SRT and Dodge Challenger SRT, at more than 50 event locations across the country. Most “Dodge Power Rallye” events will feature test drives and all will include vehicle displays, interactive games where consumers can win prizes and an opportunity to enter the 2014 Chrysler Group National Giveaway for a chance to win $45,000 toward the purchase of any eligible Chrysler Group vehicle.

 The “Dodge Power Rallye Tour” will crisscross the country from now through mid-September, stopping at significant events and locations, such as car club gatherings, cruise nights, outdoor concerts and festivals, state fairs, shopping centers and trendy neighborhood locations. Examples include Taste of Omaha (5/30-31), the Cars at Carlisle show in Carlisle, Penn., (7/1-13), Ohio State Fair (7/23-24), Michigan’s Woodward Dream Cruise (8/16) and the 10th Annual Indianapolis Theatre Fringe Festival (8/21), as well as select Motley Crue concert tour dates. (Dodge is presenting sponsor of Motley Crue’s “Final Tour.”)

 The test drives will also feature special edition vehicles, such as the Dodge Charger R/T 100th anniversary model, Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker, Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 30th anniversary edition and Dodge Journey Crossroad.

Some events will include a Dodge 100th Heritage Wall chronicling a century of brand innovations, a technology tent, special edition Dodge vehicles and a Dragster Thrill Ride, allowing consumers to experience high-performance acceleration in a specially modified factory-built 2014 Challenger R/T outfitted with a Mopar Scat Pack 3 performance kit, giving enthusiasts the ride of their lives. The specially modified vehicle provides the perfect example of what the avid weekend warrior can do with their Dodge Challenger using factory-backed, hassle-free Mopar performance parts.


Las Vegas is Attracting more Families


When you think of Las Vegas, you automatically think of adult fun.  While it still may be the adult capitol of the world, it is now making itself more family friendly, attracting more families than ever.  With the economy slowly coming around, now may be the perfect time to make that move!  Spring is in the air, the sun is out and the lights are shining! Below are four new family attractions that have popped up here in Vegas and ready to entertain your family while helping you keep cool this summer. 

 The Linq – (Pictured left) This just opened last week and will take you soaring to the top of Las Vegas!  This is the world’s largest observation wheel, standing at 550 feet above the glittering Las Vegas Strip.  It takes 30 minutes to make it all the way around and each cabin holds up to 40 people!

The Container Park – This is a new area in Downtown Vegas where during the day it’s a child’s playground and after 9pm it’s only 21 and over.  The Container Park, is just that – a playground full of containers where children and adults can let their creativity run free.  There is a treehouse with a 33ft. slide as well as a wet zone.  Plenty of shops and restaurants surround the Container Park. 

  Wet & Wild Water Park – (Pictured left) This is Nevada’s largest water park with over 25 slides and attractions.  With the high summer temperatures we have here in Vegas, this is a great place to cool off and enjoy some fun with the family, away from the Las Vegas “adult scene”. 

Cowabunga Water Park – Opening next month, will feature water slides such as the Zuma Zooma, The Wild Surf and Good Vibrations.  A perfect way to cool off during the hot summers here in Vegas.  This water park is located on the opposite side of town than Wet ‘n’ Wild is, so no matter which side of town you are on, it’s a quick drive to some summer relief with the family!

In closing, there is no better time to move to Las Vegas with the family in tow.  Without a doubt, Las Vegas is no longer an adult only city, but quickly becoming a playground for families.     We have year round beautiful weather, we are a 24/7 city, our neighboring states are not far for a family vacation and there are so many family friendly options here in Vegas!  And on top of all that, the economy is on the brink of getting back to where it needs to be!   

Movie Monday




I cannot wait for this movie! Looks amazing, doesn't it!? 

STORY SYNOPSIS:
 
"Maleficent" explores the untold story of Disney’s most iconic villain from the classic “Sleeping Beauty" and the elements of her betrayal that ultimately turn her pure heart to stone. Driven by revenge and a fierce desire to protect the moors over which she presides, Maleficent cruelly places an irrevocable curse upon the human king’s newborn infant Aurora. As the child grows, Aurora is caught in the middle of the seething conflict between the forest kingdom she has grown to love and the human kingdom that holds her legacy. Maleficent realizes that Aurora may hold the key to peace in the land and is forced to take drastic actions that will change both worlds forever.  

Cast: Angelina Jolie, Sharlto Copley, Elle Fanning, Sam Riley, Imelda Staunton, Juno Temple, Lesley Manville

Like MALEFICENT on Facebook: facebook.com/DisneyMaleficent
 
Follow MALEFICENT on Twitter: @Maleficent
 
 
 
 

MALEFICENT releases in theaters everywhere on May 30th!


Nutrisystem Counselors






When you are trying to lose weight, it can be difficult on your own!  During the three months on the program, there's been many times when I have had a question or just at a lost on what to eat or if I'm even eating the right things.   One of my favorite things about the Nutrisystem program is the support you get, not only from the Nutrisystem community, but also from their counselors!  While I do have a specific counselor that I work with (Rachel) I do understand that she has a life too and is not always available when I need her.   At those times, I have simply logged into the site and was able to chat live with another counselor who was available.  I wanted to get a bit more personal with the counselors and learn more about them so I asked Rachel (my counselor) to give me a quick little bio along with some helpful tips!  This is what I received, below - thanks Rachel!!


Here is a little bit about myself and the other Counselors here at Nutrisystem!
 
             I have been a Counselor at Nutrisystem for a year and a half. It is great to interact with so many different people throughout the day, and hear so many inspiring stories. The Counselors are here for answering questions on the phones, on live chat, and through email. We can be reached on the phone from 7:00 A.M.-12:00 A.M. EST. In addition, we also have Action Teams where we meet and discuss how to make our members' experience on the program better. I am on the ‘Healthy Living Action Team.’ I have a degree in Nutritional Sciences, and I love any interactions about new diet trends, foods, and overall healthy living.
            I have done the Nutrisystem Program for a couple of months at a time in the past 2 years. Personally, I feel that it is a good way to keep portions in check throughout the day and not even have to think about being on a "diet." The foods are so convenient when on-the-go.  Everyone is so busy these days, we may feel like we never have time to eat. The Nutrisystem plan gets rid of that excuse, reminding you that there are great choices to make to eat healthy throughout the day.
 
Top 5 Tips
1.     Water! Always go for at least 8 servings of 8 ounces of water. Staying hydrated is important for the body, and it also helps to keep us satisfied.
2.    Don’t eat too little! I know it sounds bizarre, but it is important to find the balance between eating too much and eating too little. If we exercise too much and don’t take in enough calories, then we may run into some trouble.
3.    Vegetables! The non starchy vegetables are great low calorie foods to help you stay full. Plus, they have good nutrients and fiber. They may seem bland, but there are many ways to make them more interesting.
4.    Find a buddy! No, you don’t have to both be on the same diet, or same weight loss plan. But you both have a common goal! You can motivate each other to stay on track. It may also help keep you more accountable, and make going out to eat a little easier. 
5. Get creative!  Keep it interesting.  Add vegetables to an omelet or on top of a pizza.  You want to keep a variety so that it doesn't seem like a "diet".  Food can be exciting! 

Papa Murphy's Fresh Pan Fan Sweepstakes


 

Have you had the opportunity to try Papa Murphy's Fresh Pan pizza yet? Pan pizza is my fav!!  My favorite part of a pizza is the crust - that can either make it or break it!  Papa Murphy's now features a new Fresh Pan Pizza option that bakes to a buttery, thick pan crust. It is airy and light on the inside, but crispy golden on the outside. If you have yet to try the Fresh Pan pizza, then you may want to pick one up tonight! 
  
Papa Murphy's would like to invite you to enter the Papa Murphy's Fresh Pan Sweepstakes for a chance to win a grand prize of a family vacation valued at $4,000! Weekly winners will be awarded as well with a prize of free pizza for a year!  

 To enter, first you must register through either the Papa Murphy's Facebook page or through the Papa Murphy's website. Once you've registered, you can receive additional entries by sharing the sweepstakes information via Twitter and by sharing photos of your family enjoying Papa Murphy's pizza on Instagram and Twitter with the hashtag #FreshPanFan. 

Personal Reflection



Today my husband & I are celebrating our 2nd wedding anniversary! Our love story is an amazing story of love and how God works.  When I think of it, I am still in aw!  We dated when we were in our late teens.  I was friends with his brother and when he came home from the Army - I was like "wow"! I gotta have the guy! lol!  So I went after him and we dated for a bit, then drifted our separate ways.  I kept in touch with his brother off and on as the years passed by - never really asking about his brother, although it was always in the back of my head.   I ended up getting married and was in an abusive relationship for ten long years.  My ex-husband was a heroin addict who physically and emotionally abused me. I felt trapped, always asking God "why me? What did I do so wrong to deserve this?"  After ten years, he had held a knife on the kids & I - that was it for me, I had to get out.  I filed for a restraining order & a divorce and finally worked up the nerve to ask about his brother. 

Now Michael was going through his own struggles.  He was going through a situation that was also coming to an end - a situation that had totally transformed his life.  We got back in touch and within a month was back together.  He helped me get out here to Vegas and on my feet, took the kids and I in and here we are!  It's just amazing that after all these years, I know now why I went through everything I did.  It totally made me the person I am today and he had plans for me that I never even could have imagined!  If Michael & I had got in contact any sooner or any later, it would have not worked - but it was God's perfect timing that brought us together at the right time in our lives - taking us each through situations that made us the people we are today - then bringing us back together at just the right time.   Just amazes me how God works!!


Happy Anniversary Baby - I love you so much and am so very thankful for all that you do and continue to do for our family!!