Autism, Picky Eating, Diabetes Scare, Visitng CHOC E.R. & Following my Mama Instinct all in a Weekend...

We had to take our son to CHOC last Saturday.

Let me back up to the week leading up.

Last Thursday through Sunday we were in Idyllwild for family time and Silverlakes Norco for soccer. 

Everything all weekend went well, we had a lot of fun exploring the winter snow a bit, winning a championship at the soccer field and getting ready for the week.

I noticed Mikey was saying he was a bit more tired than usual, he seemed to want to rest a bit more than hike or play and that's not like him at all when were outdoors.

I made note cause I know my boy very well. Since he does have his quirks and sensory things here and there he's pretty easy to read and his communication is getting a lot better with verbalizing what's going on. 

After we returned I noticed on Monday and Tuesday he was still saying he was itchy here and there but with no signs of why he would be visible to the eye on the skin. He also by Tuesday started to drink a lot of water and by a lot I mean like double what he was normally drinking.

Wednesday morning rolled around and he had an accident during the night. Wednesday he seemed to urinate more and drink a lot. Still saying he was itchy. 

Wednesday after school he said his ear was bothering him. I called the doctor, meanwhile no raised pulse or fever. They could not see him until Friday late, so I pulled him from school early and went to urgent care. The Dr. said that his left ear was infected and could have been causing him to be off and feeling this way. She prescribed antibiotics and sent us on our way.

Mikey started to tell me his hands and feet were tingly and sleepy. That raised flags for me. He also said his eyes were watery and when I asked him if his vision was blurry or fuzzy he said yes. Sometimes it's hard to tell what he may be wanting to express with the communicating. I have to draw out info and ask for details often with my little love.

Of course its Friday night and our pediatrician is now closed and when I google, I know but the symptoms were worrying me, it came up... signs of diabetes. 

Because we do have diabetes in our family history and because my son is such a picky eater that I can tell you all 15 to 20 things he eats, yes we've done feeding therapy in the past and are re visiting that, I was worried.

I called CHOC and decided I would take him into the ER in the morning. That way it would be fasting and they would be able to run some tests as needed fasting and then perhaps after a snack. Again all was fine and no other complaints or elevated symptoms and at this time none of the above was going on at the moment or all night. 

LEGOLAND CA Lego Movie World Update #legolandca #legolandcalifornia

Big news hot off the press about Legoland CA. There's been a Raptor Sighting!

LEGOLAND® CALIFORNIA RESORT ANNOUNCES THE ARRIVAL OF THE FIRST LEGO® MODEL IN THE LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD!

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We are so excited for this new addition to LEGOLAND California...

The LEGO® MOVIE WORLD, opening this spring at LEGOLAND® California Resort, has officially welcomed the land’s first LEGO® model; a skateboarding, stud-shooting Velociraptor!

Standing over 8 ½ feet tall and weighing more than 870 pounds, the Raptor LEGO model will welcome guests into the Bricksburg!

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Inspired by the time-traveling, spaceship piloting raptors from The LEGO® Movie 2©: The Second Part, the LEGO model is built from 90,151 LEGO bricks and took Master Model Builders 401 hours to assemble.

It wouldn’t be safe to have a Raptor in the Park without its trainer! The family theme park also announced the addition of the coolest character around, raptor trainer Rex Dangervest. 


Rex Dangervest is a galaxy-defending archaeologist whose best buddies are Raptors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and snap photos with Rex Dangervest along with Emmet, Lucy and all The LEGO Movie characters when the land opens this spring. 

SeaWorld San Diego Christmas Celebration Review Plus #Autism Tips #SeaWorldChristmas

It's been 7 years since we visited SeaWorld San Diego & a lot has changed!

We loved the Christmas Celebration themed shows, Rudolph's village of fun & seeing beautiful sealife up close.

We had so much fun exploring we wanted to give you some tips and must do's too... don't forget the Holiday festivities are on now until January 5th.
 



We loved that there are quite a few rides to enjoy too. Here is a recap we made on youtube of our day... we needed a few more hours to see everything but check it out and then read below for some fun tips.

 

A few time management, sensory & autism friendly tips..

* Arrive early & plan to do a combination of rides, shows & sights.
 



* See guest services for an assistance pass. This will help on the wait or return times for sensory needs.

* Take a break to have a snack & watch the tree lighting. Grab a souvenir like this cutie!
 

SnowLand Returns to Great Wolf Lodge! #Snowland #GreatWolfLodge

We Love Great Wolf Lodge!

Great Wolf Lodge celebrates the most festive time of year with its annual Snowland celebration taking place Nov. 29, 2019 through Jan. 5, 2020. 

Families will soak up the holiday spirit with daily snow showers in the Grand Lobby, visits from Santa and a variety of festive seasonal activities. 

During this seasonal celebration families can enjoy an escape from the chilly winter weather at the resort’s expansive 84-degree indoor water park while also experiencing the most magical holiday gift of all - time together as a family.

Beyond spreading holiday cheer during Snowland, Great Wolf Lodge is looking to help grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses by partnering with Make-A-Wish® on a special holiday-themed wolf ear promotion.

Starting Nov. 24, Great Wolf Lodge will sell festive Santa Hat Wolf Ears for $8.99 at the front desk and Buckhorn retail outlet, with $2 from each sale being donated to Make-A-Wish. 

The campaign runs until Jan. 5, 2020 or until supplies run out – the number of Santa Hat Wolf Ears available for purchase is limited to 15,000 ears across all U.S. resorts.

Sea World San Diego Christmas Celebration Returns with New Additions

The holiday festivities at SeaWorld San Diego are back this year!

 

Make spirits bright at this favorite family Christmas event, happening daily from Nov. 23, 2019, through Jan. 5, 2020.

 

Have you been in the past? We have not but I hear it is entertaining, beautiful, fun and festive. This year there are new additions to the event too.

 



 

Hot off the press from Sear World, Here we Go, Have a Merry Time

 

As holiday music fills the air, a sea of over one million lights sparkle, transforming SeaWorld into a marvelous holiday event.

 

Enjoy live shows like the all-new Winter Wonderland on Ice and Cirque Christmas. Plus, meet festive friends at Rudolph’s Christmastown and the new Sesame Street® Christmas Village.

 

Savor holiday flavors of hot cocoa and warm desserts as you shop for unique gifts and decorations.

 

 

NEW Sesame Street Christmas Village

Oh what fun it is to gather with family and friends at Sesame Street® Christmas Village. Here, treetops glisten with twinkling lights, snow falls and children can dance with their favorite furry friends. Families can enjoy Sesame Street story time with Mrs. Claus and share their wish list with Santa.

 

 

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MainPlace Mall Unveils “A Christmas Story”-Themed Interactive New Holiday Experience

More From MainPlace Mall & Holiday Festivities - You Wont Want to Miss This!

MainPlace Mall, a three-story super-regional shopping center in Santa Ana, California, announced it's holiday activities schedule as well as the introduction of an exciting new Santa set inspired by the fan-favorite Warner Bros. film A Christmas Story. 

The new set modernizes the traditional Santa visit, offering guests a branded family entertainment experience that will appeal to visitors of all ages - not just families with children. The new walk-through set combines the best elements of today’s highly popular “selfie museums” and augmented reality interactive experiences. A rendering of the new set can be viewed and downloaded here: http://ow.ly/aQdv30pHu7t.

“The brand-new ‘A Christmas Story’-themed holiday experience debuting this year at MainPlace Mall is an incredible change from the traditional Santa sets shoppers have grown accustomed to over the years,” says Jonathan Maher, Senior General Manager of the shopping center. “The new experience, based on the film, A Christmas Story, features an array of photo opportunities, an augmented reality app that really brings the set to life, and period-specific décor that will immerse our visitors in the Parker family home and the 1940s-era time period. With this new interactive attraction, the journey to see Santa has just become as much fun as the visit itself.”

According to MainPlace Mall’s owner, Centennial, a real estate investment firm with a national portfolio of shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, the new set is one of four being introduced nationwide this year. Centennial also plans to tour these experiential holiday sets annually among several of its malls to provide visitors at each property — including MainPlace Mall — with an exciting new encounter year after year.

MainPlace Mall: “A Christmas Story” Holiday Set: Debuts November 13th
A cherished holiday film, A Christmas Story is the heartwarming narrative about Ralphie, a young boy in the 1940s who yearns for a special present for Christmas. The experience at MainPlace Mall incorporates many of the most famous scenes from the movie, and because the movie was set in the ‘40s, it provides an opportunity for different generations to share memories as they admire replicas of period-specific food items, appliances and furnishings and hear the sounds of an antique radio playing in the background.
 

Visitors to the experience at MainPlace Mall can take pictures in front of Ralphie’s family home, inside the Parker family kitchen, and as a paid addition, alongside the movie’s iconic leg lamp. Using the set’s free augmented reality app, guests can even don a pink bunny suit or watch the neighbor’s bloodhounds knock over the table and steal the Christmas turkey - all before visiting and taking professional photos with Santa and sliding down the movie’s famous slide to exit the set.

“Working so closely with Warner Bros. Consumer Products has been an incredible experience,” says John Carter, CEO and Design Director at Parker 3D. “By taking the key scenes from such a treasured Warner Bros. holiday film and combining them with the artistic talents of our very creative design team, we’ve developed an incredible multi-sensory experience that will engage, entertain and amaze families waiting to visit with Santa Claus as well as teens and senior citizens looking for a new and interesting way to experience the holidays.”

 Visit with Santa Claus: November 13th - December 24th

MAINPLACE MALL ANNOUNCES THE ARRIVAL OF SANTA CLAUS AND OTHER FUN-FILLED HOLIDAY EVENTS

MainPlace Mall brings so many festive events all year long.

 

Much more than a shopping center to us, we love hanging out at MainPlace Mall.

 

It's a place for family outings, shopping, dining, playing and more.

 

This Holiday season...

 

MainPlace Mall has unveiled a series of fun-filled family-friendly seasonal events and activities to make the holidays an extra-exciting time for shoppers and their families. From a very special Santa’s arrival that showcases the mall’s brand-new “A Christmas Story”-themed journey-to-Santa experience to memorable visits with Santa Claus for children and pets, MainPlace Mall is the place to be this holiday season.

 



 

Visit with Santa Claus: November 13th - December 24th: Children and their families are invited to drop off letters to Santa, share their Christmas wish lists with Santa Claus and have a professional photo taken from November 13th through December 24th. Santa will be located in his new “A Christmas Story” home on Level 1 in Macy’s Court. The new “A Christmas Story” interactive Santa set, which will entertain people of all ages - from families with children to teens, single adults and senior citizens - is free and open to the public. For more information, including Santa’s hours, photo package selections, and to make reservations to alleviate waiting in line, please visit http://ow.ly/z9hV30pKXCk.

Santa’s Arrival: November 15th: The entire community is invited to join MainPlace Mall in welcoming Santa Claus to his new “A Christmas Story” home on Friday, November 15th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Following Santa’s arrival, children and their families will be able to meet some of Santa’s favorite elves, enjoy face painting and balloon twisting, and sip hot cocoa while listening to a DJ play festive holiday music. There will also be exciting giveaways available to the first 300 children to attend. This special fun-filled event, which takes place on Level 1 in Center Court is free and open to the public. No advance registration is required. For more information, including Santa’s hours, photo package selections, and to make reservations to alleviate waiting in line, please visit http://ow.ly/KHNT30pKXEP.

Pet Photos with Santa: December 1st and December 11th: 

Mickey Mouse Mixed Up Adventures New Series on Disney Channel for Disney Junior and on DisneyNow #MickeyMouseAdventures

Hot Dog! There is a New Mixed Up Adventure Headed Your Way With Mickey & Friends

 

Thank you Disney Channel for having us out to preview Mickey Mouse Mixed Up Adventures. All opinions are my own.

 



 

We had an amazing morning previewing the new Disney Channel show... Mickey's Mixed Up Adventures!

 

We started out the morning with a preview of the new show in the screening theater.

 



 

Mikey thought it was so very cool. He was right.

 



 

 

After the screening we were treated to a pixie dust filled lunch spread, perfect for the kids and adults.

 

 

The amazing Disney team had coloring pages set out, activities to play and something to eat.. I mean how kid friendly is all of that?! Thank you!

 





 

The new show Mickey Mouse Mixed Up Adventures is wonderful... an updated version of what my 12 year old used to watch when she was my son's age.

 

We loved it & had a hot dog adventure.... the best part is that Mickey turns a mix up of what seems to be a mess into something magical with a positive twist!

 

My son's favorite things about it all....

 

* Mickey is still solving problems & making friends smile.

* The mixed up mess made for a fun way to make it all right. 

* It was very funny, so, so funny.

* The Hot Dog dance and song is back & better than ever.

 

 

Sing along with us... Exclusive link!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0AYFetL3P4&feature=youtu.be

Mickey's Mixed Up Adventures is so cool!

 

Catch this new Series on Disney Channel & DisneyNow starting Monday the 14th!

 

Don't forget to get social with the fun too using #MickeyMouseAdventures and #MickeyMouseMixedUpAdventures

ChEARs friends!

 



 

Disney Bedtime Phone Call with Disney Bedtime Hotline #disneymoms

Calling all Disney fans....

 

The “Disney Bedtime Hotline” is back & guests can call it anytime from now until September 30, 2019.

 

Oh boy!!

 

Just call 1-877-7-MICKEY or 1-877-764-2539 & you can listen to a special bedtime message from one ... just follow instructions to choose!

 

Mickey Mouse
Woody
Anna and Elsa
Jasmine
Yoda
Spider-Man

 

Happy calling....

 

 

#disneybedtime #disneymoms #disneysmc #DISNEYFAMILY #bedtimecall #disneymagic #disneybedtimehotline

Southeast Asia Day at the Aquarium Of The Pacific Sat Oct. 5th - Plus #Giveaway

The Aquarium of the Pacific will celebrate its annual Southeast Asia Day on Saturday October 5th

The Aquarium of the Pacific will celebrate its fifteenth annual Southeast Asia Day.
 

The festival’s program will highlight the beauty and diversity of the cultures of Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos, and Indonesia.

 

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Guests will enjoy live performances, including music, dance, and cultural craft demonstrations.

 

Children will have the opportunity to partake in arts and crafts.


Full deets here... http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/southeast_asia_day/

Get a Mobile-print coupon:http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/offer/fest3

Good Luck and have fun!

  

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Baja Splash Latino Cultural Festival at the Aquarium Of The Pacific - Plus #Giveaway

Celebrate Latino Heritage Month Saturday September 28th and Sunday September 29th!

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its eighteenth annual Baja Splash Cultural Festival featuring live entertainment, crafts, educational programs, and special activities.

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This Aquarium weekend festival celebrates the beauty and diversity of Latino cultures through song, dance, art, and cultural displays.

Younger guests and their families are invited to visit The Bernadett Family Early Childhood Education Open House to engage with activities specifically designed for preschool students.

Full deets here...
http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/baja_splash_cultural_festival/

Also you can get a Mobile-print coupon:
http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/offer/fest2

Good Luck and thank you for entering!

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Moompetam Native American Festival at the Aquarium Of The Pacific - Plus #Giveaway

In celebration of local Native American cultures, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its fifteenth annual Moompetam Festival Saturday Sept 21st and SUnday September 22nd!

This weekend celebration will feature traditional cultural crafts, storytelling, educational programs, live demonstrations, music, and dance celebrating California’s indigenous maritime cultures, including Tongva, Chumash, Acjachemen, Costanoan, Luiseno, and Kumeyaay.

 

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CULTURAL DEMONSTRATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

 

Tongva Soapstone Necklaces - Julia Bogany

Blas Aguilar Adobe Museum – Juaneno Cultural Museum –Domingo Belardes

Tongva Hunting and Warriors Materials - Kevin Nunez

Tongva Traditional Acorn Display - Charlotte Nunez

Kitanemuk Chumash Yowlumne Tejon Indians Basket Weaving - Dee Dominguez

Chumash Cultural Display – Alan Salazar

Children’s Game Activities – Trish Rios

Chumash Cultural Display with Children’s Craft - Oscar Ortiz

Ti’at Tongva Plank Canoe Display - The Moomat Ahiko (Breath of the Ocean): Traditional Tongva plank canoe presented by the Ti’at Society.

Tomol Chumash Plank Canoe Display - Chumash Maritime Association / Ray Ward

Round Reed Basket Weaving – Lorene Sisquoc and Cindi Alvitre

Coastal Native American Cultural Materials - Heidi Lucero

Kumeyaay Cultural Activities – Stan Rodriguez

Tule Dolls Workshop – Gloria Liggett – 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

HERITAGE AWARD PRESENTATION

Sunday 1:40 p.m. honoring Christopher Diaz

All programs subject to change and weather dependent.

Full deets here...

http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/moompetam/

Also you can get a Mobile-print coupon:

http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/offer/fest1

Good Luck! 

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Flash #Giveaway for 2 Tickets to #CHOCWalk 2019 August 11th at the #Disneyland Resort

Hey there, hi there, ho there, it's a Disneyland Resort Experience Unlike No Other... CHOCWalk!

 

I've posted on my blog about CHOC Walk many times, it's a personal close to me fundraiser that we've been walking since 2007.

 

 

In honor of my nephew George, a stage 4 GBM cancer survivor, I am honored and proud to walk again this year.

 

I would love for you to help me fundraise even more and surpass my goal or even join my team, create a team or support in your own special way.

 

Here is the info to giveback with me and help me fundraise .... https://www.chocwalk.org/OnTheGoOC

 

Here is the info in the CHOCWalk itself and how you can join my team, another team or even start your own team.... https://www.chocwalk.org/OnTheGoOC and click register or if you are an Annual Pass-holder you can register to walk with the AP team and fundraise for some pretty cool Star Wars prizes.

 

 



 

Here is the giveaway info..

 

Enter below.. winner receives 2 wristbands for CHOCwalk!

 

** Note... The two wristbands will allow winners to attend the CHOC Walk as walkers without fundraising. They will, however, have to sign up to walk. Their $85 early bird registration minimum will be waived and they will pick up their wristbands during CHOC Walk check-in on Friday, August 9th and Saturday, August 10th at the CHOC Walk offices in Orange. Hours and location info on CHOC Walk check-in here: https://www.chocwalk.org/Static/Event-Check-In  . Winner Chosen July 25th and has 24 hrs to reply with name and email** 
 

GOOD LUCK TO ALL!

 



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Forty days of fun thematic events and activities as well as a Birthday Bash ring in summer for Kidspace’s 40th CelebrationJuly 6–August 16, 2019

To honor its 40-year history of play and experimental learning, Kidspace Children’s Museum continues its 40th Celebration with 40 Days of Fun! 

 

Hot Off The Press...

 

From July 6–August 16, 2019, the celebration invites guests to learn, explore, and enjoy added fun each week of the summer. Based around festive themes such as SLIME TIME and BUBBLES as well as a Birthday Bash, 40 Days of Fun! allows guests to embrace the spontaneity of childhood with random acts of fun, self-guided activities, and birthday-themed events, as well as larger weekend events and a Birthday Bash on July 13 and 14, 2019.

 



 

Kidspace’s 40 Days of Fun! offers different ways to explore the museum each week with a range of enhanced daily activities that culminate with larger weekend events. 40 Days of Fun! includes a self-guided scavenger hunt; random acts of fun that surprise guests with spontaneous sing-alongs, story times, and dance parties throughout the day; and a celebration-themed dailyExploration program every day at 11:45 AM in Stone Hollow Amphitheater, which includes, dramatic play and music, and culminates in a celebratory dance party.

 

 

Each week of fun will be centered around a new theme:

 

July 6–12: GET OUTDOORS invites guests to get ready for summer by exploring nature, getting messy, and playing outdoors. Guests can dig in the sand, play in the mud, and enjoy the wonderment and fun of getting to be outside. Throughout the week there will be special activities including bug hunts, fort building, and a Flower Shower garden program.

July 13 & 14: BIRTHDAY BASH invites YOU to celebrate Kidspace’s 40^th Celebration with birthday-themed activities that include: birthday hat making and classic birthday party games around the museum. DJ Bree will host an interactive dance party in Stone Hollow Amphitheater, which will include a confetti blast and more!

July 15–21: SLIME TIME brings out the ooey goopy fun with slime-related activities all week, culminating in the “Slime the Staff Quiz Show.” Throughout the week, random acts of fun will include some slimy surprises like exploring different types of slimes and using water to make slimy “snail trails.”

July 22–August 2: WATER PLAY keeps guests cool with water games and water play, culminating in a water exhibit. WATER PLAY week includes fun pop-up water events like sponge tosses and splash games. Guests may see random acts of run activities like outdoor evaporation painting, sensory water bins, and surprise boat races.

August 3–16: BUBBLES invites guests to pop on over for a good time and enjoy spontaneous encounters like bubble shows, bubble dance parties, bubble challenges, and bubble races!

40 Days of Fun! themes are designed to evoke adults’ favorite childhood memories of summer, giving adults a chance to relive their childhoods alongside children. The surprise nature of random acts of fun invites guests of all ages to live in the moment and enjoy and experience the spontaneity and freedom of childhood while delighting children with new takes on classic summer activities.

Summer Fun Coloring Pages From The Bravest Knight & Hulu

Hulu created adorable coloring pages on behalf of their new animated series THE BRAVEST KNIGHT.

 

Summer is fun but we need down time too.

 

So, in-between the workbooks and review worksheets we've been doing, some fun coloring is always relaxing.

 

No camp activities this week.., yes to color fun!

 

More Coloring pages:  http://thebravestknight.com/coloring.html

THE BRAVEST KNIGHT is streaming now on Hulu.

Get social too.mm show off your coloring pages!!

 

#TheBravestKnight

https://twitter.com/hulu

https://www.instagram.com/hulu/

https://www.facebook.com/hulu/

https://youtube.com/hulu

https://www.pinterest.com/hulu/

 

Have fun!

Legoland Updates, Surprises & More for 2019 2020 Plus Live Interview #LegolandCa #LegolandCalifornia

Everything is Always Awesome and Now with Lego Movie 2 well, Everything is Awesomer!

 

Get all the deets, inside scoop, new shows and so much more about Legoland California 2019 2020.

 

 



 

Thanks Legoland for giving me the opportunity to sit and chat with Jake. He's one of my favorites at Legoland and over the last 4.5 years we've gotten to know him and how much he really enjoys being part of the Lego team.

 

Jake, social media manager at Legoland California, and I sat down & talked a bit about what's to come, new additions, new shows and so much more in a fun interview.

 

Jake was so excited to share all things bricktastic coming our way. I was beyind thrilled to listen.

 

You see, Legoland has a special place in my heart, not just cause the kids love it and my family really has a good time each visit, but, because 20 years ago my mom was so excited about the opening. She wanted to see how cute this new 12 attraction theme park was. She loved it. Since losing my mama about 12 years ago, u do as many of the things she loved to see and do so that we can keep her awesome traditions alive.

 

Visiting Legoland makes me feel connected to her in a youthful way, reminds me of how happy she always was to see us, her family smiling and enjoying life.

 

These are the memories I want my kids to always remember too!

 

 



 

 

 

So let's get into it... what's new, what's coming our way and what can we see and do asap at Legoland California for 2019...

 

 

20th Birthday:

 

Celebrate Legoland's 20th with Free admission for kids 12 & under! To get more information on the birthday offer for kids in 2019, please visit: LEGOLAND.com/birthday or call 760-918-LEGO (5346).

Duplo Playtown:

 

LEGOLAND has a treat for its youngest guests as the Resort recreates the popular DUPLO® Playtown, adds a new LEGOLAND Express train and reopens in the most scenic area of the Park.

In this new location, kids will be able slide, hide, and ride throughout the interactive play area and board the new mini-locomotive for a fun-filled ride, giving more options to families with toddlers who are making their first visit to  the theme park.

 

 

LEGO Movie 2 Experience:

 

A super awesome stage set of the actual movie sets on display... see full blog post here.

 

 

LEGO Friends:

 

There’s even more to celebrate in 2019 with an all new LEGO® Friends Live Show and Character Dance Party at the new Miniland Stage.

 

Guests will be invited to sing along to new songs, learn new dance moves plus interact with some old friends who will be there to help get the party started.
 

 

Lego City 4D:

 

Just in time for spring break, minifigures and maximum adventure will come to life in the world of LEGO® City with “LEGO® City 4D- Officer in Pursuit”, a new 4D film debuting at LEGOLAND California’s LEGO Showplace Theater.

 

The new short will combine dazzling 3D computer animation with 4D real-world effects in the Park’s latest quest to save the city.

 

The movie is exclusive to LEGOLAND Parks and features tons of action and laugh out loud moments that will appeal to everyone.

 

 

Water Park:

 

Yay!!!! The Riptide Racers are now open at Surfer's Cove...

 

Full water park will be open for summer soon but we cant wait to splish splash in the sun this weekend! (we hope to visit this weekend... keep an eye on our social media!)

 

 

*** Mayor of Miniland ***

 

Did you know that your little can send in a video to be in the running?!

 

Does your kiddo love legos, Legoland & all things bricktastic?!

 

Well then check out Legoland California on IG here to find out how your child can apply to be the Mayor of Miniland!!

 

 



 

 

So that's a lot of information and some good stuff to prep for family fun when visiting Legoland California.

 

Catch our full interview with Jake & get more deets here.

 

We've enjoyed watching Legoland California expand & become a real life Lego model we've all grown up loving.

 

From 12 attractions to over 60 and 3 parts to the theme park, I'd say let the bricks keep on building and please don't ever stop!

 

 

 





Support Autism Awareness with Lucille's BBQ & Round It Up!! #LucillesBBQ

We Love Lucille's & Even More So We Love That Lucille's BBQ Supports Autism Awareness!

Thanks to Lucille's BBQ for helping spread the word and education on fundraising for Autism during the month of April!

In honor of Autism Awareness Month, Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que teamed up with three autism organizations to raise awareness and funds during the month of April to support the autism community.

Donations will be accepted through Round It Up America contributions – in which guests “round up” their purchases to the nearest dollar – at all 24 Lucille’s locations throughout Arizona, California and Nevada. For donations of $5 or more Lucille’s will give guests a $10 bonus card good for a return visit between May 1 and June 30, 2019.

The Deets...

 

Southern California’s favorite family-owned award winning barbeque destination, Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que restaurants are dishing up Southern-inspired plates for a cause. In honor of April’s Autism Awareness Month, Lucille's  teamed up with three autism organizations to raise awareness and funds during the month of April to support the autism community. The three organizations include Autism Speaks, the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center and the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation.

 

“For a fourth year, we are proud to support the autism community in their efforts to learn more about this condition that affects as many as 1 in 59 children nationwide,” said Brad Hofman, President, Hofman Hospitality Group, parent company of Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar B Que. “We have seen how Lucille’s family can make a difference when we come together for a common cause, and we look forward to continuing to support these organizations.”  

 

Lucille’s will donate to these three worthy causes through Round It Up America contributions – in which guests “round up” their purchases to the nearest dollar – at all 24 Lucille’s locations throughout Arizona, California and Nevada.

 

For donations of $5 or more made during the month of April, Lucille’s will give guests a $10 bonus card good for a return visit between May 1 and June 30, 2019 (one per table, please).

As another way to support these organizations, Lucille’s will be serving up a drink called the “Rhythm and Blues,” inspired by the color for autism awareness and is made from fresh blueberries and mint hand shaken with Tito's Vodka, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur and fresh lime juice. For each Rhythm and Blues sold in April, Lucille’s will donate an additional $1 towards the cause.

 

Lucille’s restaurants are reminiscent of a Southern roadhouse with a distinctive Southern décor that features reclaimed wood outline doors and windows for a rustic yet contemporary look. Lucille’s features blues-inspired art throughout the restaurant and the Flying Pig lounge. 

Lucille’s has been participating in Round It Up America, platform that encourages restaurant guests to donate change; over the past ten years, Round It Up America has collectively raised millions of dollars for charitable organizations and programs across the country.

 

Our Story & Autism...

 

Autism is in our home. It's in our daily lives but it does not control our lives.

 

We work very hard with a lot of supportive others and have come a long way with our son.

 

Diagnosed at age 2 we started early start and all programs we could for speech, communication, behavior and feeding.

 

Today my now 7 year old is thriving educationally and loving life in mainstream first grade and we continue to support and work on things.

Do we have challenges, yes... do we hit our goals and create harder challenging ones, yes... do we support others in their efforts to help their ASD family or friend, yes... teamwork makes the dream work.

Dr. Yoonessi of My Pediatric and Respiratory Clinic Entertaining My 20 (okay maybe 200) Questions

Getting to Know Dr. Yoonessi and My Pediatric & Respiratory Care Clinic

 

I had the lovely opportunity of asking Dr. Yoonessi my own questions about what is important to me about my families health care options and Dr. preferences.

 

All opinions are my own and all questions were my own.

 

Talking with Dr. Yoonessi I felt that My Pediatric & Respiratory Care Clinic has the priority of families and children at the top of their list.  

 



 

Health and wellness within daily lifestyle is important to my family and Dr. Yoonessi was so energetic and passionate when speaking to me about how important health care and honesty to her patients is to her.

 

Health care honesty seemed to come up often in our conversation. Dr. Yoonessi made it clear that she desires, strives and works daily to be a trusted resource in and to the community.

 

Since she specializes in respiratory care but has a passion for all pediatrics Dr. Yoonessi has some major future plans!

 

With bigger dreams to bring an all inclusive integrated treatment center with many facets and resources under one roof it is easy to be excited for the next level of care she wants to provide.

 

Dr. Yoonessi and I talked about special needs and Autism specifically. I shared with her that my son is on the Autism spectrum and very high functioning. I also let her know of a few concerns, questions and uncertainty I had but that I wanted help with.

 

She was more than willing to share her own thoughts and expert experiences as well as point me in the direction of more resources and go to materials to extend my knowledge on what I needed for what I was asking.

 

Interviewing Dr. Yoonessi (I do this with any Dr. or medical professional I may send my kids to) made me feel like I have known her for a while.

 

An instant connection with a medical professional who was listening to me, hearing my concerns, helping me with what my children may need and offering extended resources.

 

Dr. Yoonessi has a great knowledge on sensory and special needs and expressed to me how early intervention for any delay is key. I couldn't agree more as a mother of a child with Aspergers.

 

Dr. Yoonessi completed her master's in Public Health and is very community driven. Community is key to her. She provides community outreach programs monthly and to support not only the children with healthy diets and such but with families as well providing health educational classes too.

 

I really appreciate that Dr. Yoonessi is inspired to continue her dedication to community health and wellness.

 

You can see her interview recently with KNX 1070 on Ibuprofen safety and also an interview on the dangers of liquid nitrogen.  

 

You can find that interview here…

https://knx1070.radio.com/blogs/doctors-warn-about-trying-new-dragon-s-breath-treat

 

Dr. Yoonessi continues to research topics in children's healthcare important to her as well as studying certain things that affect pediatrics.

 

It was a pleasure chatting with Dr. Yoonessi and I love that she is an animal lover too. Horses and dogs have come to share her heart with her love of children.

 

Compassion and empathy are important to her and it shows in all aspects of her life.

 

To make an appointment with Dr. Leila Yoonessi at her clinic MY Pediatric and Respiratory Care Clinic in Long Beach call 562 491 9001 or make an appointment online at https://www.mypediatricclinic.com/new-index/.

 

To stay up to date on all the services, classes, and community events offered (including the NEW Nutrition program) follow Pediatric and Respiratory Care Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and Google Business. https://www.mypediatricclinic.com/