tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31658337245033932502024-03-14T03:57:20.861-05:00Paper AngelsLife is what you make it. We make it magical.
We create magic with DIYs, recipes, travel, tips, and everyday family fun.Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-19946497126144507142018-01-15T17:56:00.000-06:002018-01-15T18:21:44.124-06:00Disney Savings Plan - Saving $5,000 in 52 WeeksIt is time to take action and start saving for Disney! Who is with me?
We have come up with a savings plan and will be posting ways to achieve those savings each week in our new Facebook group so make sure you join.
Disney seems out of reach for families that live paycheck-to-paycheck. That is why our plan involves ways to find and earn extra money. That way your Disney vacation is not comingBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-7622697218960424262018-01-08T18:52:00.001-06:002018-01-12T13:55:47.783-06:00How I Made $65+ on Swagbucks in One Day - Saving for DisneySwagbucks is a popular site to earn a little extra money. I use that little extra for trips to Disney World. I'm going to show you how I made $65+ in one day. I turn that money into Disney gift cards for our trips. Swagbucks can be overwhelming when first getting started. It is easy to get caught up in the fact that you are earning nothing but pennies at times, but those pennies add up and Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-56023993058650833562018-01-03T12:07:00.000-06:002018-01-05T12:17:41.893-06:00How to Save Money for Disney
We are all about magic here. A big part of that magic is Disney. I believe that everyone should be able to experience that magic at least once in their lives. It is the kind of magic that you can't describe. But that magic may seem like a distant dream to you because of the cost. We are here to help with that.
It is hard to save money especially when you are living paycheck to Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-78418380625684118382017-12-03T22:23:00.000-06:002017-12-03T22:23:08.337-06:00How to Make an Olaf Snack Mix
This yummy treat is for all the Frozen fans, more specifically the Olaf fans. So everybody, cause who doesn't love Olaf?
The Olaf snack mix is great for movie nights, birthday parties, winter get-togethers, or a fun treat on a random Sunday. I was inspired to come up with this snack after watching the new Frozen short, Olaf's Frozen Adventure.
Olaf is such a fun character thatBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-61117995301258460972017-11-26T20:03:00.000-06:002017-11-27T10:49:45.319-06:00Why You Should See Coco - Movie Review
I'm
going to do things a bit differently, and give you the TL:DR version
first of my movie review of the new Pixar film, Coco. See it. Just do
it.
You're
better off going now and then coming back to read my thoughts after. If
you simply must know right now, just check below this adorable photo of
Bean enjoying himself thoroughly.
Now
either you've already seen the movie, or you're Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00619248739432539904noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-7625174334297522702017-11-24T22:34:00.001-06:002017-12-06T17:08:22.213-06:00Easy DIY Mickey Mouse Christmas WreathDisney and Christmas may well be two of the most magical words in the English language. And we are putting them together with this Mickey Mouse Christmas wreath. This is a super easy DIY that even the kids can help with. Bug and I made a special day out of it by visiting the craft store together and picking out the perfect supplies for our wreath, then heading home to make it. Together we came upBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-7631501029774217542017-11-17T21:01:00.002-06:002017-11-17T22:05:51.108-06:00DIY Thankful Tree - Kid's Thanksgiving CraftWe've made this Thankful Tree a Thanksgiving tradition for our family. It is an easy craft and a great conversation starter. It reminds us that this is a time for us to come together as a family and talk about what we are thankful for. Afterwards, you have a beautiful Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Supplies
You will need:
Fall colored construction paper.
Sticks.
Scissors.
Any kind of Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-49529055769722474052017-11-11T09:55:00.000-06:002017-12-27T17:17:44.973-06:00Easy White Chicken Chili Recipe
This is a recipe that we have tweaked and perfected over the years and I feel like it's finally ready to share. I especially enjoy making this on a cold winter night. The whole family enjoys this one, including the baby. I was inspired when I used to get this at Ruby Tuesday, before Bear was born. Let's not talk about how long ago that was though. Do they even still serve this? This recipeBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-67429861255628510382017-11-06T23:58:00.000-06:002017-11-06T23:58:22.739-06:00Thor Ragnarok - Movie Review Thor Ragnarok is an awesome movie. Is it in the top 3 MCU movies? Not really. But it's a great film nonetheless, and a must-see for most MCU fans. Why didn't I say all MCU fans? I'll cover that and whether or not I think this is a family-friendly film.
Bear and I went to see Ragnarok today, for his birthday, which was not today. But we did a bunch of stuff on his actual birthday, so this wasAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00619248739432539904noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-56313922331647144392017-11-03T08:00:00.000-05:002017-11-03T10:10:51.800-05:002017 Must-Have Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Harry Potter EditionWe have a huge Harry Potter fan in the family. A Harry Potter fan that is actually turning 10 today! What better way to celebrate than a gift guide that includes gifts that he actually received?
I'm sure I'm not the only one with an elementary aged Harry Potter fan so I'm going to show you the most wished for Harry Potter gifts for kids. These gifts would be perfect for Christmas.
(ThisBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-33988652198544419892017-10-31T14:28:00.000-05:002017-11-13T21:20:16.885-06:00DIY Rustic Dollar Tree Christmas OrnamentsThe sparkling of lights, glitter shining from every surface, soft jingle bells being heard through the halls. Everything just feels magical around Christmas time. I did a rustic Christmas tree last year and I will be continuing with that theme this year. I visit the fancy stores, my cart fills up, and I can hear my bank account screaming. But decorating for Christmas doesn't have to be expensive.Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-88166584385593143742017-10-17T22:58:00.000-05:002017-11-07T19:15:06.542-06:0013 Days of Halloween Activity SuggestionsIt is no secret that I love Halloween and I want to make the most out of it. So I came up with a countdown list of activities that can be enjoyed each day leading up to Halloween. I made sure that most of the activities are easy, because I know how busy things get around this time of year. These suggestions are for the 13 days leading up to Halloween and will begin on October 18th.
(Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-53668885711908984532017-10-11T11:39:00.000-05:002017-11-11T10:08:20.007-06:00How to Make Jack Skellington Oreo Balls
It may still be hot, but Halloween is quickly approaching. I'm pretty sure that the holiday doesn't care what it feels like outside. So it's time to start working on all those amazing fall and Halloween treats that you see on Pinterest, right? You know, those impossibly smooth, perfectly spherical cake pops, for one. Yes, well, you won't find perfect pops here. Here, we focus on what can Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00619248739432539904noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-3018164928267675972017-10-03T14:44:00.000-05:002017-11-24T21:21:38.851-06:00Easy DIY Mickey Mouse Fall WreathA few years ago I decided to combine two of my favorite things; Disney and Fall. This Mickey Mouse wreath always instantly puts a smile on my face. The best part is that it wasn't that hard to make. I'm sharing my process to inspire a little magic for your door.
I made the trip to the craft store not knowing exactly what I needed or wanted for this wreath. I found a beautiful grapevine wreathBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-6123537913855148122017-09-27T11:00:00.000-05:002017-11-07T19:16:17.421-06:00Three simple tips for an It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown movie nightFall is officially here! The crisp autumn air hits your cheeks. The smell of pumpkin spice fills the air. The sounds of children playing in leaves echo in the afternoon. Just kidding, it is totally still way too hot here, but a girl can dream, right?
The first official sign of fall for me is when we watch It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. That's when I get really excited about pumpkinsBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-11299347934852765992017-09-18T19:21:00.000-05:002017-11-01T16:01:52.838-05:00DIY Reversible Halloween/Fall Pumpkin BlocksI always get a little giddy at the first mention of pumpkins. I feel excitement building up inside me and that excitement must come out. This year it came out in the form of pumpkin blocks. So today I'm going to show you how this idea turned into a reality.
WHAT YOU NEED:
For this DIY you will need scrap wood, paint, wood glue and twine (totally optional.) We used 4x4 wood for the main part, Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-60192691013493730802017-09-08T10:20:00.000-05:002017-11-13T22:35:40.628-06:00Tips for a Magical First Birthday at Magic KingdomFirst birthdays are special and should be celebrated even though your little one will probably not remember it. They will still enjoy the photos and videos from their celebration when they're older. If you are thinking about celebrating at Disney World, I would suggest Magic Kingdom because it is the most baby-friendly. Here are some tips and suggestions about how to make your day magical and howBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-38793479338423222872017-08-31T11:05:00.001-05:002017-11-07T19:16:57.659-06:00Tips for Getting Rapunzel's Autograph on a Frying PanThe most-asked question we get is about the frying pan that we used for Rapunzel and Flynn Rider's signatures at the Bon Voyage Breakfast. In case you haven't seen our video or post yet, we got Rapunzel and Flynn to autograph a small frying pan at the Bon Voyage Breakfast. It provided great interaction, a cute decoration for our kitchen, and a reminder of a wonderful memory.
I'm going to go Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-27831432645367711542017-08-27T18:07:00.002-05:002017-11-07T19:17:16.879-06:00Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast at Trattoria al Forno in Disney WorldOkay, so we are pretty big on Disney and food in this family. Disney World has some amazing food. So some of us may have been more excited about the dining plan than anything else. Okay, one of us. Me. It was me. Actually, everyone in the family was excited, but it was the first time we'd tried the meal plan, and I am totally sold. We got to try out a Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00619248739432539904noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-35617531510411681752017-08-22T17:48:00.001-05:002017-08-22T17:48:27.801-05:00Is Frozen Overrated?You know what the internet needs? Something else about Frozen. I
know, you're rolling your eyes. I can hear you from here. Is Frozen
overrated? No, and I am going to tell you why.
You are shocked right now. I understand. You may need a moment to recover. I'll wait.
I
have heard every single reason you can imagine about Frozen being
overrated. I've even seen Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-18721088299007323642017-08-10T21:37:00.000-05:002017-11-07T19:17:32.651-06:00Daddy Daughter Night InSo, this post is for all the dads out there. Dads with daughters. Daughter daddies. You know who you are. Technically, I suppose moms could also read it. Actually, I would love it if you do. Everybody is welcome to read it. I'm kind of funny, sometimes. Try it. Who knows?
So anyway, Dads, et al, you know how it can be. Beth and I areAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00619248739432539904noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-9048684767364068122017-07-23T19:46:00.001-05:002017-11-07T19:17:48.952-06:00Tips for a Back to School Party TraditionShh. Do you hear that? That music? You know the music I'm talking about. The Jaws music. But it isn't a shark looming, just below the horizon.
It's school.
Okay, seriously, though. School is on the way back, and even our homeschoolers are not feeling too excited. So we decided to fall back on something we did a few years back; a back to school party. &Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-71971259487670114732017-07-13T22:27:00.003-05:002017-07-15T18:54:16.188-05:00D23 Madness!Hi everybody! It's D23 time! Are you as excited as I am? Probably moreso! I don't actually even know if it's called D23 cause this is the 23rd one, or what! Beth knows, but I sure don't.
Okay, but seriously, I am pretty excited. And I know that our whole weekend is going to be taken up with getting new updates (from people who are lucky enough to be there,Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00619248739432539904noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-11957098805489419522017-07-08T23:21:00.002-05:002017-07-08T23:24:25.981-05:00Dad Movie Review of Spider-Man: HomecomingNotice concerning spoilers: While we will try to avoid any major reveals, the definition of what constitutes a spoiler tends to be a bit fluid. So this post may probably will contain some mild spoilers. For example, Spider-Man is a dude. Yeah. It's out there. Deal with it.
So me and the Bear went to see Spider-Man: Homecoming, and having done that, we Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00619248739432539904noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3165833724503393250.post-87972541807512422832017-06-23T11:44:00.001-05:002017-11-07T19:18:15.457-06:00Tips for a Magical Beauty and the Beast Movie NightOh, happy day! It was the day that I've been waiting for. It was the day that the live-action version of Beauty and the Beast was being released on Blu-ray/DVD. This was a special movie so I wanted to make a special night out of it. My mind began swirling with ideas. I didn't want anything too complicated because who has time for that?! Everything turned out better than I could have imagined. I'mBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04378684928675421486noreply@blogger.com2