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Friday, October 25, 2013

#monstersUniversity Review of the new 3 Disc BluRay set of DVDS, coming out on DVD Oct 29! @monstersU #ad

Product Details
Actors: Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Helen Mirren, Peter Sohn
Directors: Dan Scanlon
Writers: Dan Scanlon, Daniel Gerson, Robert L. Baird
Producers: Andrew Stanton, John Lasseter, Kori Rae, Lee Unkrich
Format: AC-3, Animated, Collector's Edition, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen, Multiple Formats
Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0), English (DTS-HD High Res Audio), French (Dolby Digital 5.1), Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Subtitles: French, Spanish, English
Dubbed: French, Spanish
Region: Region A/1 (Read more about DVD/Blu-ray formats.)
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number of discs: 3
Rated: G (General Audience)
Studio: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment
DVD Release Date: October 29, 2013
Run Time: 104 minutes

My Review of this movie!

It's amazing how realistic the animation on Pixar films has become. I swear even movies with actual people in them weren't as realistic as cartoons can be today!

The movie starts out good, grabs you by the seat and takes you on a fun, fast paced story that shows you how Mike and Sully actually met and became friends.

This movie was sad, but leave it to Disney to get right to the bottom of your heart and tug on your heartstrings. My kids were completely captivated while watching this movie. I remember hearing it was coming out over a year ago- and being so SO excited. Monsters Inc is one of my favorite "non-princess" Disney films. Even though it is Pixar, it is also DISNEY-Pixar now.
Or maybe it was always. I have a throbbing headache that is about to turn into a migraine.
Somebody call a doctor- a nurse.. heck anybody!

I always thought, wow if they did a sequel to that movie- it would be awesome! SO naturally- I jumped at the chance to review this BlockBuster BluRay set for the girls.

Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan are an inseparable pair, but that wasn’t always the case. From the moment these two mismatched monsters met they couldn't stand each other. Disney’s “Monsters University” unlocks the door to how Mike and Sulley overcame their differences and became the best of friends.

One of the early concept drawings of an early Mike in college was dated 2008, which goes to show you just how long this Monsters Inc prequel has actually been in development. It’s kind of amazing that we only learned that it would be a prequel story-line earlier this year. To give you an idea of the timeline, Ratatouille was just completed when they began concept work for this film — it was that long ago.

I also heard that Pixar toured actual college campuses to prepare for the story and animation for this movie! Little facts like that are so neat, ot to mention impressive that much work goes into a movie. It's the little details, things you would never think. But it makes sense.

Mom and Dad will love hearing familiar voices of John Goodman, Billy Crystal and Steve Buscemi! My kids kept talking about the movie for days, giggling at parts of it at breakfast the next day over waffles!

In college you meet many different interesting and sometimes strange characters, and MU is no different. There are all sorts of monsters; frat monsters, nerd monsters and goth monsters, as well as an assortment of Monster professors.

Facts about movie found on:"Slashfilm.com"

Well that concludes my review of this 3 disc set, BluRay, Standard Def, and Digital Copy of Monsters University by Disney Pixar, and if you can't tell.. we totally loved it!

If you take our word for it. Buy this movie now! I left links to purchase on Amazon, Walmart & Target!

Amazon: 24.99
Walmart:: 24.99
Target: $29.99

Also, if you are in some need of entertainment for yourself and the kiddies (either/or) Do be sure to check out the Monsters University website by typing into your browser, " www.MonstersUniversity.com "
Check out the site, it REALLY looks like a professional collegiate website, legit!
I even took a screenshot just in case y'all didn't believe me!

Underneath that pic, at the VERY bottom of this post, you'll fiind that boring disclosure, but you'll also find links to follow Monsters University on Social Networks, like Twitter and Facebook!

Thanks for reading my review of this movie!
Casey Colette
Mommy Blogger @
Locomotion of Expressions

PS- the ULTIMATE 4 disc set Collectors Edition is not out until the 29th!!! Nor is the DVD set I reviewed. The Ultimate set is just like mine, only has the 3D version of the movie.

Monstersuniversity.com/edu

Twitter - @MonstersU

Facebook.com/PixarMonstersUniversity

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Sunday, September 29, 2013

@PowerMyLearning is one of the best sites I have seen for free educational game compilations

I absolutely LOVED that this site PowerMyLearning is free!!

Not only do a lot of sites have high membership dues, or "free trials" which you soon forget you even subscribed for.... That is, until you get the non-refundable 19.99 charge on your debit card bill.. Yeaaahh- y'all know what I am talking about, don't you?

As I was saying, not only is it 100% free, and free is a GOOD thing-- but in addition: lot of sites worry me, because of the Ads on sidebars which could have viruses and/or tracking cookies, not to mention things inappropriate for children, at times. Even the best of sites like Disney and Nick have these.

Bottom line: You don't know a sites safety without sitting hours researching Even if you do, you'd have to sit on top of an eight year old the entire time they were on the computer to make sure they don't stray that mouse clicker to questionable sites. Now, this may sound bad- but let us have a moment of honesty here: a lot of the times I let my daughter on the computer to get her out of my hair and get stuff done.. and neither of those feats can be accomplished if I have to monitor her every click on the computer.

Rewire your routine, help your throbbing temples AND your school with the Excedrin Back-to-School Contest

Does back to school give you a headache? Rewiring your routine, Excedrin leads the way with not only a tough headache war won, but also a tough school year, since 5 lucky school will win 10,000 dollars in the name of saving your throbbing temples. Your each Excedrin purchase you enter a code: much like MyCokeRewards, or any kind of online code sweepstakes- and if you win, your school lucks up. And I mean BIG!!!
How generous of the company, since most schools have floundering budgets. ALSO: FREE ENTRY AVAILABLE. No purchase nessecary.

I do know getting back into the swing of waking up early- school buying things too, you need lunchboxes, school clothes- backpacks, classroom supplies. Not to mention the first day of school traffic; it can all be a REAL headache.

Did You Know?:

• According to a recent survey by the makers of Excedrin®, 69% of parents, who have at least one child in school this coming year, say they are excited for their child’s first day of school. That doesn’t change the fact that 44% of parents also say they expect to get a headache during the back to school season.

• According to a recent survey by the makers of Excedrin®, more than one-third of parents* cite getting themselves (41%) and their children (43%) back on a schedule at the top of the list of things that might cause their headaches during the back to school season.

• In addition, more than one-third (35%) of parents* say shopping for school supplies might give them a headache. With all the pencils, folders and notebooks, parents should remember to put Excedrin® on their back to school shopping list.

• According to a recent survey by the makers of Excedrin®, a large majority of parents (85%) think their schools are in need of new or upgraded supplies such as pencils and paper and computers or software and gym/sporting equipment. And that’s because with every purchase of Excedrin®, parents can enter for a chance to win $10,000 for their child’s school.

• To enter the “Help Your School Excel with Excedrin” sweepstakes and have the chance to be one of the five lucky winners, parents simply need to visit Facebook.com/Excedrin.

* Parents that can name at least one thing that might cause a headache during the back to school season

Whether you love it or loathe it, back-to-school season is now back in full swing! From shopping for supplies to picking out the first day of school outfit, sometimes excitement can translate into nervous jitters – for both you and your child! In fact, a recent survey by the makers of Excedrin® showed 69% of parents said that they were excited for their child’s first day of school and 44% of parents also say they expect to get a headache during the back to school season! In addition, more than one-third (35%) of parents say shopping for school supplies is likely to give them a headache. So, when shopping for school supplies it is important to put Excedrin ® on your back to school shopping list too! Lastly, according to the recent survey by the makers of Excedrin®, a large majority of parents (85%) think their schools are in need of new or upgraded supplies such as pencils and paper and computers or software and gym/sporting equipment. And that’s because with every purchase of Excedrin®, parents can enter for a chance to win $10,000 for their child’s school.

The survey also indicated parents’ feelings that their children’s’ schools are in need of new or upgraded supplies such as pencils and paper, computers or software and gym or sporting equipment, which is why the makers of Excedrin launched the“Help Your School Excel with Excedrin” sweepstakes.

In the sweepstakes, five individuals will win $10,000 for their child’s school. For more information and to enter the sweepstakes, check out Excedrin’s Facebook page. The sweepstakes ends September 15.

Entering the “Help Your School Excel with Excedrin” sweepstakes is simple. Grab your chance to be one of five lucky winners, by visiting Facebook.com/Excedrin. Entry consists of some general information and entry of an Excedrin UPC code by September 15^th, 2013.

"Disclosure: " This post is part of a sponsored campaign with Excedrin® and MomSelect. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Runs 8/15/13 at 9:00:00 AM CDT to 9/15/13 at 11:59:59 PM CDT. Must be 18+, a legal resident of the 50 U.S./D.C., & have a valid email address & Facebook account. See www.facebook.com/excedrin for rules. To enter for free, hand-print your full name, address, phone number, date of birth, email address, and name of school, and mail to: “Help Your School Excel With Excedrin® - Free to enter”, PO Box 11387 South Bend, IN 46634-0387, postmarked by 9/16/13 and received by 9/23/13. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Kids Decals for school or whatever you need them for!

I know that school is not yet out. But already I am ready to put away the lunchboxes and bento boxes and not look at them for a few more months. And when I do put them away- you can bet I'll be putting these neat labels I found in there with them! I used these kinds of labels this & last year for school lunches, pencil boxes, field trips, and recreational activities. And I love them.

It keeps me from marking up her stuff with markers, so they are identifiable with other children's belongings ... so that's always a plus!

Besides, you get to pick how they look- kinda customization for your child. Cool- huh?

Best of all, they are durable & water-proof. You heard right. No worries!!!

(I also really like their key-cals for computer keyboards. ------>

Personalized Kids Name Labels:
Kidecals are an absolute must if you've got kids and hate losing their stuff. Label water bottles, clothing, books, toys, sports gear with their trendy and fun designs. kidecals are crazy durable...dishwasher, washing machine AND dryer safe, and they don't damage surfaces. Love it.

Waterproof Labels:
The annoying thing about using a sharpie to label stuff is it eventually washes away. Kidecals waterproof name labels are insanely durable and can stick to just about anything...from clothes to water bottles...and stay put through wash after wash after wash. Oh - and pool toys? Done and DONE.

Fun Mustache Stickers:
My kids are crazy for anything with a mustache, and frankly so am I. We love kidecals fun Partystache stickers to use as drink markers, and the Mustache Chalkboard Stickers are a sassy way to label/organize anything in your pantry or craft room. (They're also fun for labeling foods or drinks at a potluck or party!)

Chalkboard Labels that you can write on:
Chalkboard labels are the easiest way to get organized fast without having to create new printed labels from scratch. kidecals makes the prettiest designs, and their chalkboard labels are super durable and can even go through the dishwasher!

Daycare Labels:

If you have kids in daycare then you know how important it is to label EVERYTHING. kidecals daycare labels are not just super cute, they're dishwasher, washing machine and dryer safe, and stay put on anything from clothing, to baby's favorite lovey to sippy and snack cups.

As seen on the Today Show personalized clothing labels:

kidecals is such a fun site for personalized clothing labels! Now that I'm getting ready to send my kids off to camp, I'm super picky about how I'm labeling everything. Labels HAVE to be waterproof and washing machine safe. No sharpies for me. kidecals clothing labels are crazy durable and I love their cute designs. They were even featured on the Today Show!

Camp Labels:

It's obvious kidecals is founded by a mother of two boys, because not only are kidecals designs amazingly cute er - "cool" for boys, they are super duper durable for all the stuff I need to label for camp. kidecals are dishwasher, washing machine AND dryer safe. They literally do not come off. Ever. kidecals makes the perfect camp labels for this mom, who is expecting her kids to return with every single thing she packed. (yeah right.)