Book Review: ‘Class Mom’ by Laurie Gelman

Being the class mom seems like a piece of cake. Until you try to wrangle the parents… Hello. My name is Suzette Valle, and I am a recovering class mom. I couldn’t resist writing a review about Laurie Gelman’s new book, “Class Mom.” The title simply screamed at me. It was wagging a finger right in my face and excoriating […]

Interview with Disney’s ‘Freaky Friday’ Musical Cast Member Jessie Hooker

Freaky Friday Musical

I’m excited to share with you an exclusive interview with actress Jessie Hooker. She plays the role of Savannah in Disney’s “Freaky Friday” musical now at the La Jolla Playhouse. I watched “Freaky Friday” on opening weekend and I was completely entertained from beginning to end. Most know the 2003 movie, “Freaky Friday,” starring Jamie Lee Curtis and […]

Celebrate Life’s Special Moments With Basic Invite

Life is made up of special moments that we want to share with our family and friends. Marking an occasion like the birth of a child, graduations, bat or bar mitzvahs, weddings, birthdays, and the holidays are joyful celebrations that usually start with an invitation or announcement. If the special moment in your life means you’re organizing a party, the […]

Review and Giveaway: ‘Zootopia’ Available on Digital HD, Blu-ray+DVD, and Disney Movies Anywhere

Disney’s “Zootopia” is now available on Digital HD, Blu-ray+DVD, and Disney Movies Anywhere. Enter this giveaway and you could win a digital download of the movie! Or you could run to the store and get it, too.  Either way your family will thank you for it. I received an advanced copy of the movie. I watched it […]

Camping at The Five Star Peninsula New York

  This summer, families can go camping at the Five Star Peninsula New York with Camp Peninsula. No, you won’t be sleeping in the great outdoors. Au contraire, my friends. The tent will be pitched right in your grand luxe rooms complete with s’mores. If this doesn’t sound like the typical luxury hotel stay, you are correct. […]