What’s New at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

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What’s happening at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter this summer? A lot! Thanks to our friends from Universal Studios Hollywood for hosting our family and giving us the gift of Hogwarts. #UniversalStudiosHollywood

This trip was eight months in the making but Craig and I finally took Kayla to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Okay, we actually visited most of Universal Studios Hollywood, but let’s be honest…this was about finally getting our letter to Hogwarts. If you’ve never been or it’s been a while then you should know there are some new things waiting for you.

My youngest sister joined us as the stars aligned and she found herself on a business trip to LA that week. She read the series as a teen while they were originally being released and attended those midnight parties at bookstores. To see her get to experience this with Kayla was so special! [Read more…]

Family Trip to Julian – DeerWalk Retreat

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You guys, we rented the cutest little cabin in Julian this weekend! It was just perfect for our little family of four. Craig and I recently celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary. While we’ve always planned to take a BIG trip, it’s been a year. We’re not quite there yet, but we’re thinking Italy sometime soon if budget, my health and childcare allows for it. Fingers crossed, but for now, Julian!

The best place to stay for a family trip to Julian CA. DeerWalk Retreat - Kid Friendly Julian California trip from Hello Splendid

If you’ve never been, Julian is a sweet town about an hour and a half outside of central San Diego. Historically known for the apple pie and maybe more recently known for the hard cider. Naturally, we had both.  [Read more…]

DIY LEGO Handbag & LEGOLAND Castle Hotel

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Heading to Legoland? Make my DIY Lego handbag to bring with you! I made an adult size bag and a child size bag so my daughter Kayla could carry her minifigures while we stayed at Legoland California for the opening of their new Legoland Castle Hotel. These bags are easy to make, look SO CUTE and are probably the most fashionable lego bag you’ll find.

DIY Lego Handbag | DIY Lego bag | Mom + Me Lego handbags for Legoland Castle Hotel from Hello Splendid www.hellosplendid.com

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Girl Time Is Everything.

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Thanks to Kia for giving my friends and I girl time while showing us #thenewkia in San Diego

When was the last time you found yourself laughing so hard you couldn’t breathe while surrounded by a group of friends who get you? Who respect you? Who tell it like it is and who you can just do you around? If you’re like me then it has probably been a bit too long. And we need to fix that, mmmkay? You ready? You NEED girl time. Here is how to do it in 5 easy steps.

How to have a girls day | 5 easy steps to girl time with #thenewkia from Hello Splendid www.hellosplendid.com

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Lessons at Legoland

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Thanks to Legoland California for inviting us to visit One World Trade Center in #MinilandNYC The new Freedom Tower at Legoland California is amazing!

Recently I took Kayla to Legoland California for the ribbon cutting of One World Trade Center in Miniland. The week before I attempted to explain 9/11 to Kayla in a way that seemed appropriate for a seven year old. Which wasn’t exactly easy. With so many terrible things happening in our world lately I want her to understand and be educated but also not live in fear.

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