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So just in case you’ve been in a galaxy far far away and haven’t heard Rogue One A Star Wars Story hit theaters last December and stole fans plans hearts….you’re in luck…It’s on digital and Disney Movies Anywhere TODAY, March 24, and will be available on Blu-ray combo pack & DVD in stores and online April 4th! I have been waiting for it’s release to Digital & Blu-ray to see it again!!
To celebrate the release, myself and a few other anxious Star Wars loving influencers are getting together to battle it out on twitter. This Sunday, March 26th, we will be live watching Rogue One together digitally and letting the battle take place on twitter. I’m a part of #TeamRebel and will be taking on #TeamEmpire! Make sure you’re following me @fmomof4boys and choose your side to join in the battle!
The viewing battle will begin at 4pm PST / 7pm EST so make sure you have the movie & popcorn ready to go!
From Lucasfilm comes the first of the Star Wars standalone films, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” an all-new epic adventure. In a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire’s ultimate weapon of destruction. This key event in the Star Wars timeline brings together ordinary people who choose to do extraordinary things, and in doing so, become part of something greater than themselves.
Never-before- seen “Rogue One” bonus material will take fans behind the scenes with the movie’s diverse, dynamic cast and inspired team of filmmakers. An intimate collection of stories reveals how the film came to life, as well as hidden Easter Eggs and film facts that audiences may have missed in the theater.
Bonus features include*:
A Rogue Idea – Hear how ILM’s John Knoll came up with the movie’s concept – and why it’s the right film to launch the Star Wars stand-alone films.
Jyn: The Rebel – Get to know Rogue One’s defiant, resourceful survivor, and hear what it was like for Felicity Jones to bring her to life onscreen.
Cassian: The Spy – Diego Luna shares insights into his complex, driven character, who becomes a hero through selflessness, perseverance and passion.
K-2SO: The Droid – Explore the development of this reprogrammed Imperial droid, from initial pitch and character design through Alan Tudyk’s performance.
Baze & Chirrut: Guardians of the Whills – Go deeper into the relationship between these two very different characters, with Chinese superstars Jiang Wen and Donnie Yen.
Bodhi & Saw: The Pilot & The Revolutionary – Forest Whitaker and Riz Ahmed reflect on Saw Gerrera, the broken Rebel leader, and Bodhi Rook, the Imperial pilot who defects.
The Empire – Meet a dangerous new Imperial adversary…and cross paths once more with the most iconic villain of all time.
Visions of Hope: The Look of “Rogue One” – The filmmakers describe the challenges and thrills of developing a bold new look for the movie that can fit within the world of the original trilogy.
The Princess & The Governor – See what it took to bring the vibrant young princess of “Star Wars: A New Hope” – as well as one of her most memorable foes – back to the screen.
Epilogue: The Story Continues – Filmmakers and cast celebrate Rogue One’s premiere and look forward into the future, to the Star Wars stories yet to be told.
Rogue Connections – Uncover Easter eggs and film facts hidden throughout the movie that connect “Rogue One” to the Star Wars universe.
* Digital bonus offerings may vary by retailer.
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I LOVE finding adorable outfits for my guys when they are little. I usually love the ones I find in online boutiques…Little Me is one of those boutiques that have so many cute holiday outfits for little people.
At Little Me, we create unique clothing that celebrates those fleeting years when newborns transform into young toddlers. At the heart of Little Me is this time of exploring and delight—the magical years of discoverhood. Our products let little ones be little—whether they’re napping, throwing cereal on the floor or crawling through deliciously muddy grass.
We are constantly developing innovative apparel, accessories and products that nurture discoverhood. We never use tweed, leather or any other “grown-up” material. We use fabrics like soft cotton, terrycloth and velour. We believe babies should always be comfortable, snuggly and safe, free to do what they do best: play, sleep and thrive. Everything we design allows babies to discover the world at their own pace. They’ll have plenty of time to dress like adults. After all, even the tiniest newborn will grow up soon. Let them—and yourself—enjoy the wonder while it lasts.
With many to choose from for girls and boys, you can find the perfect First Christmas outfits or Pjs. There outfits seem to go quickly…The one that we received is already sold out!
What’s cuter than a little man dressing like a little man! It’s a two piece outfit with snaps on the shoulders to fit over the head easily. Its made of a very soft cotton so no itchy skin or irritated baby! Here are a few offerings from their current Holiday Wear!
Little Me has those great boutique clothes that I look for! You should check out the line of holiday wear as well as their fall/winter line that just hit the shop!
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Growing up there were many special “stuffed animals” I had, but there were a few teddy bears that were my favorite, mostly because I received them from a special person. As I got older I didn’t need my hoard of stuffed toys anymore, so I did the only thing that I could think to do with them…donate them to the local children’s hospital to bring happiness to someone else’s life, the way they did mine.
Now that I’m a parent, I spend my days picking up my kids stuffed toys, but there is one out of all of them, that really mean something to my oldest, myself and my husband. How could one little teddy bear mean so much? It was the last gift my son got from his grandfather. He actually opened it on Christmas 2004, a few days after he had passed. It was a normal sized white teddy bear with golden ears in the prayer position…and when you squeeze it, it says the lords prayer. To this day, almost 11 years later, my son still has the bear sitting in his room. It’s a bit beat up and doesn’t play the prayer anymore, but it’s brings on so much emotion it’s hard to give up.
Do you remember receiving your first teddy bear and the joy and companionship that it brought you? No one understands this feeling better than Snuggle Bear, who has been softening laundry and hearts for over 30 years. Snuggle’s mission to make the world a softer place is especially meaningful as we celebrate National Teddy Bear Day September 9th.
Small acts of kindness make a big difference. So starting today, and throughout the month of SeptemBEAR, Snuggle is spreading joy and brightening people’s day through the simple, heartfelt act of giving away teddy bears through #ShareABear. Snuggle is encouraging everyone to take part in the #ShareABear movement by sharing a photo, video or story of you and a special teddy bear in your life. As part of the movement, Snuggle will donate 5,000 bears through Random Acts, a non-profit organization, to help brighten the days of children in need.
To kick off the effort, Snuggle surprised some special friends with a snuggly act of kindness, sharing teddy bears to help celebrate his favorite holiday and to encourage others to #ShareABear.
The positive effects of teddy bears are well documented, providing people with a rare companionship that very few other things can match. Particularly during times of sickness or stress, they can bring comfort and reassurance. And, at any age, holding a teddy bear can trigger a release of “feel good” hormones.
“As one of the fastest growing brands in the fabric conditioning category, Snuggle is focused on making the world a softer place,” said Bibie Wu, Vice President of Marketing, Snuggle. “So it’s no surprise that SeptemBEAR is one of Snuggle’s favorite time of the year. SeptemBEAR is a month to celebrate the special place teddy bears have in our hearts, and we are proud to celebrate with activities that capture the warm and snuggly spirit of the brand.”
Snuggle surveyed over 5,500 consumers to discover the true importance of the teddy bear in people’s lives. Results showed:
o 73% of people had a teddy bear as their first stuffed animal
o 38% still sleep with their teddy bear but won’t tell their friends!
o 71% still find comfort in their bear when sick
o 54% have passed down a teddy bear to a child or loved one
o 44% of people own more than four teddy bears!
Random Acts is a global non-profit organization, now celebrating its 5th anniversary, which aims to conquer the world, one random act of kindness at a time. Its network of child-focused charities includes, but is not limited to: Children’s Aid Society, New York; People Serving People, Minnesota; HELP of South Nevada and Bradley Angle, Oregon.
“We are excited to partner with Snuggle to make National Teddy Bear Day a truly special day for children in need,” said Cinde Monsam, Executive Director of Random Acts. “Thanks to Snuggle Bear, we will be delivering 5,000 acts of kindness, and we can’t think of a better time to honor #ShareABear than on National Teddy Bear Day.”
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