21 Must Have Sing Along Road Trip Songs

Take a sneak peek at the magical adventure by watching a recently released motion poster & featurette that showcases the bravery of Beetle, voiced by Matthew McConaughey. Kubo’s quest begins nationwide August 19, 2016 from animation studio LAIKA and Focus Features.
Kubo and the Two Strings is an epic action-adventure set in a fantastical Japan from acclaimed animation studio LAIKA. Clever, kindhearted Kubo (voiced by Art Parkinson of “Game of Thrones”) ekes out a humble living, telling stories to the people of his seaside town including Hosato (George Takei), Hashi (Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa), and Kameyo (Academy Award nominee Brenda Vaccaro). But his relatively quiet existence is shattered when he accidentally summons a spirit from his past which storms down from the heavens to enforce an age-old vendetta. Now on the run, Kubo joins forces with Monkey (Academy Award winner Charlize Theron) and Beetle (Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey), and sets out on a thrilling quest to save his family and solve the mystery of his fallen father, the greatest samurai warrior the world has ever known. With the help of his shamisen – a magical musical instrument – Kubo must battle gods and monsters, including the vengeful Moon King (Academy Award nominee Ralph Fiennes) and the evil twin Sisters (Academy Award nominee Rooney Mara), to unlock the secret of his legacy, reunite his family, and fulfill his heroic destiny.

Discover a whole new world in Disney’s Aladdin: Diamond Edition, as it rides it’s way for the first time on Blu-ray and Digital HD! Enjoy this magic carpet ride of non-stop comedy with Aladdin, Jasmine, The Genie and other memorable characters as it soars on Disney Movies Anywhere (DMA) and Digital HD September 29th, and on Blu-ray Combo Pack October 13th!
Soar away on a magic carpet ride of nonstop laughs and thrills in one of the most spectacular adventures on all time! Now meticulously restored and enhanced – experience the wonders of “Aladdin” like never before, from the Academy Award®-winning music (Best Music, Original Song for “A Whole New World” and Best Music, Original Score, 1993) to the unforgettable moments of sidesplitting comedy and soaring adventure.
In the heat of an enchanted city, a commoner named Aladdin and his mischievous monkey Abu battle to save the free-spirited Princess Jasmine from the schemes of the evil sorcerer Jafar. Aladdin’s whole life changes with one rub of a magic lamp as a fun-loving, shape-shifting Genie appears and grants him three wishes, setting him on an incredible journey of discovery.

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I’ve tried the world a few times, Rome, Venice, & Holiday, and each time I’m blown away by the quality of the products and excitement the Try The World Boxes bring to the house. This month I was able to try out the Marrakesh box and just love the included products!
Try the World is a bi-monthly subscription box service that brings the tastes of the world straight to your door! Their team of travelers and local experts curates a collection of products that best represent each country/city. The first box starts in Paris and then boxes move to Toyoko, Rio and other cities around the globe. Boxes include not only delicious gourmet finds but also a companion on the history of the products and how to use them as well as a culture guide that will take you through recipes, & history of the City.
At Try The World, we believe that life is too short to not try everything that’s out in the world. So we created the first subscription program to discover the best gourmet food and cultural finds from across the globe, delivered to your door!
This month, we peek over the ramparts of Marrakesh to investigate its culture and cuisine. After hundreds of years, you’ll still find merchants selling their wares in the city’s main square, Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Get lost in the winding streets of Marrakesh with this box. As you enjoy these delectable treats, imagine yourself reclining amidst the lush flora of the Majorelle Gardens, overlooking one of its glittering lakes. Tilt your face up to the sky, and feel the Moroccan sunrays wash over your skin.
Here is what was included in this months Marrakesh box…
Mediterranean Gourmet Harissa Sauce – A blend of red chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, salt, and cumin. It’s thick and looks more like a salsa. You can use it to liven up a grain dish like quinoa or couscous. You can also use it in stews, soups, or a flavorful condiment.
Mustaphas Mediterranian Preserved Lemon Confit – Mustapha’s Mediterranean uses Beldi lemons, which have been the preferred lemon of choice in Morocco for hundreds of years. At first, I thought it was a lemon preserve, but it’s not sweet like a preserve, it has more tang.
Mediterranean Gourmet Ras-el-hanout blend – A traditional Moroccan spice blend consisting of cardamom, cinnamon, clove, cumin, nutmeg, and more. It can be used as a meat rub, a flavoring for rice and couscous, or added to anything that calls for a little kick.
Sultan Sardines in Oil – Morocco is the largest exporter of canned sardines in the world. They go well on sandwiches or couscous. But I think I might pass on these..not a huge sea food fan anyways.
Villa Jerada Kefta Rub – A traditional Moroccan spice blend that includes cumin, paprika, morita pepper, mint, coriander, cilantro and cinnamon.
Dip and Scoop Culinary Argan Oil – This is a culinary Argan oil with so many uses… from dipping bread to grilling veggies, to topping off fish dishes or pouring in soup.
While the sardines probably won’t get touched, the others will be used quite a bit! I love trying out new spices, oils and rubs.
Now I leave you with a Moroccan Poem: Seven Birds (excerpt)
A White Bird
A breath condenses
Even density can be pleasant
Each wall widens its cracks
And retains the call
A height that remains a height
Springs that have gathered the winds of the fields
A Red Bird
It may have traveled the river in one night
The road may have guided it through the upper layers
I ponder the mystery of its redness
Then forget the sky
That has taken it
There
A Green Bird
There are sleeping feathers before me
Feathers that blast me with the fire of distance
And feathers without a body that bend
And collect
In a point
Between us speech is fluttering
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Try The World works with artisanal producers from around the world, and therefore each box may be a little bit different. All boxes have a curated assortment of delicious and authentic gourmet products of similar value. When opening your Try The World box, you may be pleasantly surprised to discover different local flavors than the ones I have received! The card included in your box will guide you through your culinary adventure.

Welcome back for the last day of our 12 days of Easter desserts! I hope you have enjoyed all we have had to offer. Today’s treat comes from Naomi at This Roller Coaster Called Life and can be made as either an Easter breakfast treat or as a more sweetened version for a tasty Easter dessert. Make sure to head over to This Roller Coaster Called Life to see how this yummy Lemon Strawberry Shortcake Trifle is made!
If you have missed any of the previous treats, make sure to check them out in the list below!

Check out this awesome time laps video of a Rio 2 Sand Sculpture! About the event:
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment invaded the Revere Beach National Sand Sculpting Festival on July 14th and 15th to celebrate the Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD™ release of RIO 2 on July 15. World-renowned sculptor Rusty Croft, star of Travel Channel’s Sand Masters, created a 7 foot centerpiece sculpture over a span of two days. Luckily for you, we captured the entire process in an amazing time lapse video. Disclosure: This post content was provided by Fox home Entertainment. Momof-3boys.com received compensation as a condition of this publication. The disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. For questions or to have your product featured on Mom of 4 Boys, email Becky at fryrebecca3@gmail.com..

One of the best ways to look after yourself is to think about your diet, as this will have an impact on your both fitness and your overall physical health. Whether this means changing your diet completely or switching up a couple of things, you need to ensure you’re eating healthy as often as you can. Whilst that doesn’t mean limiting yourself every single day, it does mean you need to be mindful. For a guide to eating healthy and how it can affect your health, you can visit this site here.
– Exercise As Often As You Can
Another great way to look after your physical health in the new year is to ensure you’re exercising as often as you can. Whether that means walking to work or going to the gym three times a week, the more exercise you’re doing the better you’re going to feel. If it helps motivate you, you might want to consider hiring a personal trainer to advise you.
– Work With A Personal Trainer
As mentioned above, working with a personal trainer is one of the best ways to ensure you’re looking after yourself to the best of your ability. Not only will they be able to tell you what you should be eating, but they will also be able to put together an exercise plan that will work.
– Get Regular Check-Ups
If you think you’re struggling when it comes to certain areas of your fitness, you may need to go for regular check-ups with a specialist. Whether this means seeing an orthopedic surgeon about an ongoing issue or seeing someone who can help with cardiac health, you need to put your health first. Whilst they may mean limiting the exercise you do overall, they will be able to advise you on the best route to take.