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Celebrating Stella’s 7th at Sky High Sports

March 27, 2012

My best friend’s daughter, Stella, and my son are two months apart in age. On the 16th of March, Stella turned seven. Angry Kid turns seven in May. This year Stacey held Stella’s birthday party at Sky High Sports in Costa Mesa. Because Stella’s party was held on a Saturday, Stacey rented a private room. It was one of the best decisions that Stacey made in regards to the party. The day of Stella’s party was a VERY rainy and stormy day. It seemed like everyone in Orange was looking for something to do, so they headed to Sky High Sports.

Angry Kid and Stella posing.

Sky High Sports is a trampoline fun center. You can bounce forward, backward, or even do flips on the 360 degree walled trampolines. They even have balls available for a little trampoline dodge ball game. It was super fun to watch the kids bounce around on the trampolines. Angry Kid had never been to a place like this and he had a blast.

We were supposed to go there during Christmas Break for their open play time, but unfortunately Angry Kid was sick. They have several open play times during the week where you can pay a flat fee for an hour plus of jump time.

I utilized my iPhone during the party to take a bit of video of Angry Kid. I spliced several different videos into one, so don’t be hatin’ on my craptastic video skills. After you see this video, you will understand why the kids were all so tired. Obviously my kid is the one wearing the green shirt and jeans. It was St. Patrick’s Day after all.

After some food and jumping, it was time for cake, well cupcakes. Stacey purchased the lovely cupcakes from Kristin of Meringue Bake Shop, a local favorite. I was able to get some pictures of Stella before and after she blew out the candle. I’m trying to make-up for my son’s birthday last year, when I didn’t get pictures of him blowing out the candle.
Unfortunately, Stella’s present did not arrive in time for her party. I received her present via UPS this week. Stacey consulted with me on options, and I think Stella really liked her gift. Stacey had me order Stella a Spirograph. I hope that I’m not dating myself, because I loved mine as a kid. I could do those circles for hours and hours. I remember received one as a Christmas present. I’m pretty sure that Angry Kid would want one of these if he had actually seen what it does. Stacey and Stella came over on Saturday and we all went out to lunch together.

Happy 7th Birthday Stella!

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Medieval Times Premieres New Show

March 3, 2012

Orange County, Reviews

Last month I attended the premiere night of Medieval Times new show. This was not my first time at Medieval Times. Having grown up in Southern California, I have attended shows there several times. I actually spent my 30th birthday there.

I went with my husband, son, and my friend, Janice, whom was in town from Canada. My son has been there previously but attended with my parents time. Now that he is six, going on seven, I knew that he would have a better understanding of the show.

This is the first time that Medieval Times has debuted a new show in five years. The writers in the Medieval Times corporate office polled fans on the website and Facebook page for content for the new show. They wanted the fans to give input on what they wanted in a show. The fans replied that they wanted more action!

When arriving at Medieval Times, we were given our team color, which was blue. This would indicate where we would be seated. We were all given blue crowns, and we took a picture with the princess. We were then directed towards our seating.

All of the Knights were led out onto the field and introduced. We got to see and cheer for our Blue Knight!

Angry Kid was mesmerized by the jousting, fighting, sword fighting, and a performing horse.

We were served a delicious dinner which consisted of Tomato Bisque, Focaccia Bread with Olive Oil and Seasoning, Oven-Roasted Chicken,Larger BBQ Spare Rib, Herb-Basted Potato Split into Two Quarters, and Braided Apple Strudel which we ate sans utensils. They also accommodate vegetarians and food allergies. I was laughing because Janice was unsure about eating her food without utensils. She even brought some contraband (plastic utensils) with her. But she survived and ate with her hands. Seriously, the food was delicious and there was so much I couldn’t even eat half of it.

Medieval Times was highly entertaining and the food was great. I was quite proud of myself also for preparing ahead of time. When I went for my birthday, ummm six years ago, I had a REALLY bad asthma attack. It seems that the hay and horses were not good for my allergies and asthma. I prepared ahead of time and took some medication. I had no issues.

I found a great YouTube video which features the commercial that Medieval Times is airing on television to advertise their new show. It almost looks like a movie preview, it is soo good.

This show will eventually premiere at all of the Medieval Times locations. We viewed it at the Buena Park location in Orange County, CA. If you are visiting Orange County, or even live here, it is a great event to bring the family to. The kids love Medieval Times.

Disclosure: I was provided tickets to attend this event via Medieval Times. All of the photos and opinions in this post are mine. The video is from Medieval Times.

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Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination

January 12, 2012

Orange County, Parenting, Photography

Last month we headed to The Discovery Science Center for The Science of Gingerbread event but we were also very excited about their current exhibit: Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination, which continues though April 15th 2012.

As my husband and son are HUGE fanboys, they could not wait to check out this exhibit. When we entered the museum, we were immediately greeted by these guys. My husband was totally impressed. The kid, well he was a bit frightened and REFUSED the photo opportunity, total FAIL.

The Star Wars exhibit is in a separate area in the museum and is behind a closed door. The anticipation was so great and you did not know what to expect. Well, ‘Hello There Landspeeder”, upon entering the exhibit, I immediately noticed the Landspeeder. In the “Getting Around” theme area, Luke Skywalker’s Landspeeder from Episode IV is on exhibit.

Angry Kid was mesmerized with building a spaceport, moisture farm community and walled Jawa town. You place cards on a table, the physical landscape, and a computer superimposes a building on a site in virtual reality and real time.

In the Robots and People section of the exhibit, Angry Kid got to see robots like C-3PO and R2-D2. But this OOM-series battle droid excited him because it was a larger version of the one that was on Day 11 of his Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar. I’m pretty sure that he was making a robot face. My kid is odd sometimes, well not really, he’s just a typical 6-year old boy.

Costumes from each of the Star Wars worlds { TATOOINE, KASHYYYK, CORUSCANT, HOTH} will demonstrate how the environment shaped the look of the Star Wars characters. I love this photo of Yoda and Anakin from Coruscant. A little trivia and randomness but Angry Kid was born the day that Episode III: Revenge of the Sith came out. Angry Husband attempted to get me to change or incorporate the name “Anakin” into Angry Kid’s name. No, I’m not joking. And yes, while I was in the hospital recovering from a c-section, a certain husband was watching a movie.

Angry Husband also got to experience a virtual jump to lightspeed in a full-size replica of the cockpit of Star Wars Episode IV’s Millennium Falcon. I mean really, when do you get the change to ride in a Millenium Falcon? Never!

Discovery Science Center (DSC) and Cartoon Network are partnering to present Star Wars: The Clone Wars Takeover Day along with several other Star Wars Fan Events:

Kids ages 3-14 get FREE general admission when they wear a Star Wars costume on any Fan Day! Limit one free admission per paid adult general admission on Fan Days only. General admission includes Fan Day activities, but does not include Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination exhibit (extra $10 ticket required).

Upcoming Events:

Clone Wars Takeover Day

Saturday, January 14 | 11:00AM – 3:00PM
Put on your favorite Star Wars costume and join us as Cartoon Network’s most popular series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, takes over Discovery Science Center! Don’t miss your chance to meet heroic Clone Troopers, spin the Star Wars: The Clone Wars prize wheel, pose in front of a Clone Wars green screen backdrop for a souvenir photo, and much more!

Star Wars Fan Day: A Galaxy Far, Far Away

Saturday, February 4 | 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Venture to another galaxy on this special Fan Day with special presentations, fun photo opportunities and more! Don’t forget to wear your favorite Star Wars costume and brush up on your Star Wars trivia for our Trivia Challenge.

Star Wars Fan Day: Star Wars Mania

Saturday, February 18 | 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Join us for a day of everything Star Wars including special presentations, photo opportunities with some of your favorite characters, hands-on activities and more! Plus, wear a Star Wars costume for our costume parade and brush up on your Star Wars trivia for our Trivia Challenge!

Star Wars Fan Day: Empire Strikes Back

Saturday, March 3 | 10:00AM – 5:00PM
This special Fan Day features exciting presentations teaching Galactic Survival Skills and a special presentation on “Speed of Light.” Don’t forget to wear your favorite Star Wars costume and brush up on your Star Wars trivia for our Trivia Challenge.

Star Wars Fan Day: Out of This World

Saturday, March 24 | 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Join us for a day of exciting presentations and activities featuring photo opportunities with some of your favorite characters, hands-on activities and more! Plus, wear a Star Wars costume for our costume parade and brush up on your Star Wars trivia for our Trivia Challenge!

General admission for an adult into The Discovery Science Center is $14.95 and $12.95 for children ages 3-14. It costs an extra $10 for Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination tickets, or $8 if purchase in advance online. The Millenium Falcon Experience is an extra $5 also.

Disclosure: My family was provided entry to the Discovery Science Center and the Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination exhibit free of charge. All opinions and photographs used in this post are mine.

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