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Your Nose Knows: Spring Into a Good Mood Right Now

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April 5, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 118 Comments

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SCJ.Disclosure The calendar may have changed from winter to spring, but are you still feeling like it’s the dead of winter inside? Are you ready to your internal clock to start hearing the birds chirping and enjoy the sweet smells of Mother Nature?

Here’s why those plugins, candles and melts are much more important than you realize to your well being. Of all your senses, the olfactory system is the most dynamic. It doesn’t just allow you to enjoy the smell of a rose,

Of all your senses, the olfactory system is the most dynamic. It doesn’t just allow you to enjoy the smell of a rose, it also immediately connects you to a memory attached to the smell, like when your first boyfriend gave you a rose AND the way you felt when he did. It’s the connection between your smell receptors, your memory and your emotions that make the power of smell, well, so powerful. Of course, for me and my huge love of food, I choose to surround myself with all things that smell like food, not just because I like sugar cookies, but because I’m transported to a time when I enjoyed making Christmas cookies with a loved one at Christmas time and how they made me feel.


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So if you’re looking to get out of your funk AND get the housework done, then go light up a candle. Yep, it can be that easy.

751Walnut-Tiki-Colada

Recently my grandfather passed so my I’m not exactly feeling sunshine and flowers lately, but I’ve got to get moving on all my mom/wife/boss lady tasks. While the idea of jumping a plane to a tropical location to sip a pineapple-filled with pina colada did seem to be a quick way to happiness, budget, time constraints and all that jazz kinda kept that from happening. However, burning a Tiki Colada candle from Walmart’s exclusive 719 Walnut Avenue that smelled like the sweet, creamy concoction did a pretty fantastic number on improving my outlook and got me to wash the dishes, too.

If you’re looking to get a SPRING into the season, it’s just as easy as finding the right scent to match the idea of spring. A five-minute run through the air freshener aisle at your neighborhood Walmart might actually be actually what the doctor prescribed for a little picker-upper.

Several brands are featuring springtime scents just to get us all in the right state of mind (cue a little Jay-Z):

Air-Wick-Turquoise-Oasis If the idea of a Hawaiian getaway sounds right up your alley, but isn’t in your schedule, consider Air Wick’s Life Scents Turquoise Oasis Scented Oil. With driftwood, sea spray and warm breeze, you’ll be whisked off to a hammock in paradise just a few minutes after you plugin that warmer plugged in.

Glade-Sunsine-ShowersDon’t need to getaway, but want to just enjoy the smell the sweetness of a mid-afternoon rain? Sunshine Showers  from Glade is the right combination for you with the aromas of daffodil and dew.

Febreeze-Verbena Looking for a fresh clean smell that doesn’t resemble plain-ole soap or remind you of the big heap of laundry waiting for you to do? Then Febreeze’s Ginger Verbena combines an outdoorsy-meets-spicy-woodsy-with-citrus-love. Yes, that’s how I describe it. Kinda like wine, you get what you want out of a smell and this scent is pretty clean, but it a good, not sterile way.

Glade-Poppy-Grove

If you’re more of a Dorothy gal that likes the idea of walking through a pasture of poppies (and your nose isn’t going to hate you later from the allergies), then the mild-sweetness of Poppy Grove will get you in the mood without your ruby slippers ever having to leave home (except for the quick drive to the store to get it.)

And since it’s always good to pass on the favor of feeling good to another person – let’s call it Smelling it Forward, then I’ve got a $5 giftcard for Walmart for one reader so you can go pick up any of these seasonal scents to get you in a great mood for spring! 

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  1. Madeline says

    April 6, 2015 at 6:14 pm

    My favorite scent is cinnamon.

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    • Emily says

      April 11, 2015 at 1:02 am

      Cinnamon

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  2. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    April 7, 2015 at 4:33 pm

    I would love to feel like I am on a Hawaiian vacation in my own home! That’s awesome.

    Reply
  3. Jenna Wood says

    April 7, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    I love the smell of anything with citrus- we use a lot of Febreze products in our home and car. It’s true, fragrances can transform you anywhere.

    Reply
  4. Jennifer says

    April 7, 2015 at 6:47 pm

    I have three dogs, so I’m a big fan of air fresheners. These are great!

    Reply
  5. Laura (Another Cent Saved) says

    April 7, 2015 at 6:48 pm

    I frequently change my mood with candles. All you have to do is close your eyes inhale deeply and transport yourself. Life is stressful enough that we all deserve a mini me moment in our own homes. Thanks for pointing out what I already do 🙂

    Reply
  6. Shauna says

    April 7, 2015 at 7:31 pm

    I love fresh scents and it sounds like Sunshine Showers is perfect for me. I tell you, a good candle just changes your mood, doesn’t it.

    Reply
  7. Liz Mays says

    April 7, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    Mmm I’d love to have some spring scents in the house. Turquoise Oasis sounds really good. A Hawaiian getaway? Yes please!

    Reply
  8. Vera Sweeney says

    April 7, 2015 at 8:13 pm

    I prefer baked good candles. It is crazy how much our sense of smell impacts our life.

    Reply
  9. Sunny says

    April 7, 2015 at 8:50 pm

    My favorite scents are always lighter food scents. I also love coconuts for spring!

    Reply
  10. Shelley Zurek says

    April 7, 2015 at 10:52 pm

    Alas I am allergic to so many scents. I feel like I am missing so much of the world, especially the way you describe these smells.

    Reply
  11. Lisa Collins says

    April 7, 2015 at 11:16 pm

    I am loving the new scents Glade has out! I need to stock up for the house!

    Reply
  12. Meagan says

    April 7, 2015 at 11:34 pm

    I LOVE the smells of spring! Febreeze has some of my favorite scents to help my home feel like spring!

    Reply
  13. Cathy @ Our Mini Family says

    April 8, 2015 at 9:10 am

    Having a nice smelling home definitely does put a smile on my face! It also really relaxes me, too!

    Reply
  14. Melissa says

    April 8, 2015 at 9:45 am

    Oh, I NEED to pick up the Hawaiian one. It would put me in such a good mood!

    Reply
  15. Ann Bacciaglia says

    April 8, 2015 at 8:56 pm

    This is a great idea. I do not feel like it is spring yet. I will have to get some of the great spring scents to get my mind on track.

    Reply
  16. Shelia S says

    April 10, 2015 at 6:03 am

    I love vanilla, and I love citrus scents.

    Reply
  17. Julie says

    April 10, 2015 at 8:41 am

    I love having air fresheners in the bathrooms and the ginger one sounds really intriguing!

    Reply
  18. Ally says

    April 10, 2015 at 11:16 am

    I love the smell of lavender and fresh laundry!

    Reply
  19. deanna says

    April 10, 2015 at 11:33 am

    My favorite scent is hazelnut.

    Reply
  20. Jena says

    April 10, 2015 at 11:55 am

    I love clean laundry smells!

    Reply
  21. Wendy Pesce says

    April 10, 2015 at 12:16 pm

    My favorite scent is cinnamon

    Reply
  22. Christina says

    April 10, 2015 at 12:26 pm

    Ginger Verbena sounds like my favorite.

    Reply
  23. katie hanson says

    April 10, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    sunshine showers sounds fantastic!!

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  24. Lyndsey says

    April 10, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    Cinnamon is my fave!

    Reply
  25. Connie says

    April 10, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    My favorite scent is a clean scent like a fresh breeze.

    Reply
  26. Soo says

    April 10, 2015 at 2:28 pm

    I love the smell of the air after a fresh snow.

    Reply
  27. Kelli Taylor says

    April 10, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    I like anything coconutty. (Beachy)

    Reply
  28. Amanda Rauch says

    April 10, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    My favorite scent is probably coconut-reminds me of the beach and pina coladas!

    Reply
  29. Chad Mickelberry says

    April 10, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    Never tried them before, but the poppy groove sounds delightful.

    Reply
  30. Leigh Anne Borders says

    April 10, 2015 at 5:41 pm

    I like all kinds of scents. it kind of depends on my mood. Most of the time I like floral scents.

    Reply
  31. Jennifer says

    April 10, 2015 at 6:30 pm

    I like tropical scents.

    Reply
  32. David Fultner says

    April 10, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    I think the ginger would be great.

    Reply
  33. colleen long says

    April 10, 2015 at 7:19 pm

    I love the poppy grove scent. Its so fresh.

    Reply
  34. Rachelle says

    April 10, 2015 at 7:57 pm

    I love citrus and vanilla scents

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  35. tracy webb says

    April 10, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    sugar cookie

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  36. MARTHA says

    April 10, 2015 at 8:52 pm

    Gardenia is top of the list !!! TY

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  37. Tina W says

    April 10, 2015 at 10:07 pm

    Gardenia or vanilla.

    Reply
  38. Sarah L says

    April 11, 2015 at 1:59 am

    My favorite scent is lavender.
    Thanks for the contest.

    Reply
  39. Marilyn Nawara says

    April 11, 2015 at 2:55 am

    Poppy Grove sounds interesting

    Reply
  40. Tammy d says

    April 11, 2015 at 3:38 am

    Vanilla is my favorite. Such an inviting scent

    Reply
  41. Vicki G says

    April 11, 2015 at 5:50 am

    I like any scent that is “clean” smelling, like fresh linen.

    Reply
  42. KJ Skib says

    April 11, 2015 at 8:12 am

    I would like the sunshine flowers but my all time favorite is vanilla.

    Reply
  43. Julie L says

    April 11, 2015 at 8:26 am

    I think I’d like the Sunshine showers!

    Reply
  44. Holly Mitkowski says

    April 11, 2015 at 9:08 am

    I love the smell of coconut!

    Reply
  45. Donna L says

    April 11, 2015 at 10:07 am

    I like lavender scent.

    Reply
  46. Patricia M says

    April 11, 2015 at 10:34 am

    I like lemon scents.

    Reply
  47. Kathy Hanley says

    April 11, 2015 at 10:55 am

    I like tropical, beachy and floral scents!

    Reply
  48. David says

    April 11, 2015 at 12:16 pm

    My favorite scent is cinnamon, primarily because I find it does the best job of covering odors.

    Reply
  49. April says

    April 11, 2015 at 12:22 pm

    We like scents in the baked goods and spice families. Sugar cookie, vanilla, cinnamon, pumpkin spice etc.

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  50. sandra says

    April 11, 2015 at 1:12 pm

    Vanilla

    Reply
  51. kelly says

    April 11, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    vanilla

    Reply
  52. liz l says

    April 11, 2015 at 2:36 pm

    Vanilla

    Reply
  53. latanya says

    April 11, 2015 at 4:28 pm

    gardenia or cotton linen

    Reply
  54. Rachel says

    April 11, 2015 at 5:54 pm

    My favorite scent is lilac.

    Reply
  55. lissa crane says

    April 11, 2015 at 6:37 pm

    My favorite would be the Tiki Colada! I love the scent of coconut, so this would be perfect!

    Reply
  56. Sarah Hernandez says

    April 11, 2015 at 7:21 pm

    Sunshine Showers for me!

    Reply
  57. Holly E says

    April 11, 2015 at 8:01 pm

    The Poppy Groove sounds great.

    Reply
  58. Kim Reid says

    April 11, 2015 at 8:10 pm

    Turquoise Oasis sounds wonderful, I love beachy and tropical scents!

    Reply
  59. Aziza says

    April 11, 2015 at 8:17 pm

    I love any coconut scent! Bring on the spring and summer scents.

    Reply
  60. wendy browne says

    April 11, 2015 at 10:15 pm

    Febreze Mediterranean Lavender is perfect.

    Reply
  61. claire says

    April 11, 2015 at 10:23 pm

    vanilla almond

    Reply
  62. Sunnie says

    April 11, 2015 at 11:10 pm

    I Like lavender.

    Reply
  63. Dana Matthews says

    April 11, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    I like clean, crisp, cotton scents!

    Reply
  64. Grace Mitchell says

    April 11, 2015 at 11:33 pm

    I love citrus scents, especially when I’m zesting a fresh lime!

    Reply
  65. Leela says

    April 12, 2015 at 2:35 am

    Sunshine Showers.

    Reply
  66. Ashley M says

    April 12, 2015 at 8:33 am

    I would probably like the Tiki colada

    Reply
  67. Linda Trinklein says

    April 12, 2015 at 8:43 am

    I like coffee scent! thanks

    Reply
  68. Parris S. says

    April 12, 2015 at 9:45 am

    I love linen and fresh scents.

    Reply
  69. Linda Kwolek says

    April 12, 2015 at 10:32 am

    Lilac is my favorite scent. there is a lilac bush outside my bedroom window. I know it’s spring time when I smell the lilacs in bloom.

    Reply
  70. Kelley H says

    April 12, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    I love the scent of vanilla.

    Reply
  71. Birdiebee says

    April 12, 2015 at 3:28 pm

    I’ve never tried these before but the ginger scent may be something I would love to try.

    Reply
  72. Rachel says

    April 12, 2015 at 4:20 pm

    I always love vanilla and cotton!

    Reply
  73. wen budro says

    April 12, 2015 at 4:28 pm

    My favorite scents are cinnamon and grapefruit.

    Reply
  74. Audra watts says

    April 12, 2015 at 5:18 pm

    I love tropical coconut scents

    Reply
  75. kristie says

    April 12, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    I want to try the sunshine one but I also love the smell of chai tea.

    Reply
  76. jamie tucker says

    April 12, 2015 at 5:54 pm

    I love poppy groove

    Reply
  77. Hillary D says

    April 12, 2015 at 7:06 pm

    I love apple scents.

    Reply
  78. Kristie says

    April 12, 2015 at 7:56 pm

    I love lilac! kristiedonelson(at)gmail(dot)com Thank you.

    Reply
  79. Dana says

    April 12, 2015 at 8:05 pm

    I like fruity scents. 🙂

    Reply
  80. esme says

    April 12, 2015 at 8:29 pm

    I love coconut and pine scents.

    Reply
  81. Deb Jensen says

    April 12, 2015 at 8:50 pm

    I love fruity smells! Strawberry, watermelon, and cherry!

    Reply
  82. Angela Saver says

    April 12, 2015 at 9:19 pm

    Vanilla is my favorite scent!

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    Reply
  83. Nancy says

    April 12, 2015 at 9:51 pm

    I like any clean or fresh scent like clean cotton or fresh linen types.

    Reply
  84. DeAnna Keller says

    April 12, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    Ginger Verbena sounds nice!

    Reply
  85. sharon says

    April 12, 2015 at 11:24 pm

    citrus scents are my fave

    Reply
  86. Melissa says

    April 12, 2015 at 11:50 pm

    My all time favorite scent is vanilla

    Reply
  87. Leah Shumack says

    April 13, 2015 at 12:58 am

    I tend to gravitate towards vanilla scents the most!

    Reply
  88. Rhonda R. says

    April 13, 2015 at 3:02 am

    I like fresh scents but it depends on my mood. I can like floral scents but they have too be subtle.

    Reply
  89. Dianna Davis says

    April 13, 2015 at 6:34 am

    Anything citrus goes a long way as a favorite

    Reply
  90. Patricia E. says

    April 13, 2015 at 7:10 am

    Apple cinnamon is my favorite scent!

    Reply
  91. Diana Hatch says

    April 13, 2015 at 8:33 am

    I like vanilla scents

    Reply
  92. MaryAnn says

    April 13, 2015 at 9:21 am

    Coconut is my favorite scent

    Reply
  93. Ashley C says

    April 13, 2015 at 11:29 am

    I love clean scents like linen or cotton!

    Reply
  94. jeremy mclaughlin says

    April 13, 2015 at 12:01 pm

    anything spring.

    Reply
  95. sara s says

    April 13, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    I enjoy fresh, spa- like scents! Something to calm my mind is always appreciated 🙂

    Reply
  96. Katy M says

    April 13, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    I favorites are vanilla or anything citrus/fruity!

    Reply
  97. Christy Maurer says

    April 13, 2015 at 4:10 pm

    I love citrusy scents the best!

    Reply
  98. Jackie says

    April 13, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    I like fruity, floral and outdoor scents. I think the Sunshine Showers sounds nice.
    Thank you!

    Reply
  99. Yona Williams says

    April 13, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    I remember Glade’s Sparkle of Spring Limited Edition scent – that was my favorite. I’m also a fan of fruity scents.

    Reply
  100. Cathy Truman says

    April 13, 2015 at 4:20 pm

    I like the scent of clean cotton or fresh linen.

    Reply
  101. heather says

    April 13, 2015 at 4:37 pm

    I love orange scent.

    Reply
  102. Kathy says

    April 13, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    I love anything with coconut or those pine tree scents!

    Reply
  103. Lauren says

    April 13, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    I like citrus scents.

    Reply
  104. Rene Chartier says

    April 13, 2015 at 5:46 pm

    I think the Tiki Colada would be fun for the summer especially. It would have a tropical beach flare.

    Reply
  105. Pam says

    April 13, 2015 at 6:13 pm

    my favorite scent is fresh rain.

    Reply
  106. beth dunlavy hoppe says

    April 13, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    Love the sunshine and flowers scent.

    Reply
  107. Jenn Short says

    April 13, 2015 at 10:29 pm

    I love anything that is vanilla scented.

    Reply
  108. Jenny Stanek says

    April 13, 2015 at 10:36 pm

    My favorite scent is cotton candy!

    Reply
  109. Dee C says

    April 14, 2015 at 12:04 am

    cinnamon

    Reply
  110. Emi says

    April 14, 2015 at 12:28 am

    Mine is pumpkin spice or similar autumn scents like cinnamo

    Reply
  111. Tamra H says

    April 14, 2015 at 11:54 am

    Love lavender!

    Reply
  112. kelly g says

    April 14, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    my favorite scent is vanilla

    Reply
  113. Kelly mather says

    April 14, 2015 at 3:22 pm

    I love the smell of Apple pie

    Reply
  114. cyndi br says

    April 14, 2015 at 3:34 pm

    favorite scent apple cinnamon

    Reply
  115. Becky says

    April 14, 2015 at 4:28 pm

    My favorite scent is lavender – so fresh and relaxing!

    Reply
  116. Fiona N says

    April 14, 2015 at 6:45 pm

    My favorite scent is floral
    Thank You

    Reply
  117. Sarah M. says

    April 14, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    Not sure what to call it.. pine woods, maybe?

    Reply

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I’m be waited my whole life for this Oscar…⭐ I’m be waited my whole life for this Oscar…⭐️ 

Oscar party that is! We created an Academy Award-worthy party plan anyone can host - including a menu you don’t even really need to cook and games! 

🌟 Get the free download #ontheblog for #Oscar Bingo! 

📺 Get the link to the @wfaagmt segment in Stories. 

#oscars #academyawards2023
IYKYK. #TacoTuesday And for you #keto fans, you b IYKYK. #TacoTuesday

And for you #keto fans, you better write this one down!

I’ve never heard of @jimboystacos (even though it’s been around since the 50s), but I’m so glad I have now. Errands brought me to the drive-thru at its one of 2 Texas location in #FortWorth. 

Three cars in line must mean it’s good, so I rolled up and low and behold they have #keto taco - chicken, pick, avocado, cheese and even a southwest sauce - all wrapped up with a lettuce leaf! While it wasn’t the prettiest taco it definitely was one of my faves! And since I was there, I grabbed a few others for the family to try. So. Freaking. Good.

I would say I have a new favorite especially with all its fresh ingredients, but the Keto Taco is only here until March 15. So get yours while you can 🌮 

Thanks, Jimboy for nudging me in the right direction for tacos!

#jimboytacos #dallasblogger #dfweats #fwfood #dallasinfluencers #dfwinfluencer #mamachallenge #dfwfoodie #fwfoodie
So much to love! ❤️ There’s so much I coul So much to love! ❤️ 

There’s so much I could say that I love on this special day, but at the top of the list is my son who first made me a mama! While it is Valentine’s Day, for me February is also always a reminder that it is congenital heart defect awareness month, a condition that one and 100 children are diagnosed with every year, including my son when he was born. Thankfully we had access to care that saved his life. But only 1 in 10 kids has access to healthcare to help them. 
So any time I can support CHD research and awareness, we want to give back. I am excited the @dallasjackals (actually located in #ArlingtonTx) are donating $5 dollars to @childrensheartlink with every $20 purchased! 

Get link in my stories for this special deal!

#chd #chdawareness #childrensheartlink #dallasjackals #heartbabies #chdwarrior❤️
Did you hear there are actions to make Christmas t Did you hear there are actions to make Christmas to last for the entire winter season?

I can’t believe we’re in the homestretch and there are so many things I haven’t had a chance to see and do. However, one we don’t miss is #DaystarChristmas by @daystar.

Perfectly situated near @dfwairport in HEB, this free event is open nightly 6 pm - 11 pm. While Santa has already returned to the North Pole, it’s a beautiful self-paced walkthrough where you experience:
🌟 2 million lights
🌟 Light Maze
🌟 Life-size Manager
🌟 Photo Backdrops galore

The ideal spot for photos, catching up and then heading to dinner nearby like @gladeparkstexas. 

Tip: Go later for less crowds! Bring your jacket and gloves. Be patient and enjoy the time together. 

#eulesstx #bedfordtx #viridiandfw #dfw #dallasinfluencer #dfwholiday #dallas #fortworth #mamachallenge
Go wild this holiday at the Dallas Zoo Lights pres Go wild this holiday at the Dallas Zoo Lights presented by Reliant at the @DallasZoo! 🦒 

A new Christmas activity for us to experience, this event makes the zoo sparkle with millions of lights as you walk through installations, s’mores around the fire, fun activities for the kids, light show and and you can’t miss Santa (the kids are still talking about their visit with him!)

💡 Get your tickets in advance to reserve your cup of cheer (with cocoa and treats in your souvenir cup) ready for you when you arrive! 

📍 Dallas Zoo Lights - Dallas Zoo
Now - Jan. 1, 2023
Get your tickets online at DallasZoo.com

#DallasZooLights
New York may have the Rockefeller tree, but Dallas New York may have the Rockefeller tree, but Dallas has the tree at Galleria Dallas! 🌲 

Taking a photo with the tree or watching it light up with Missile Toes skating around it, is Bucket List Christmas in DFW.

However this year they’ve turned it up even more with SNOW ❄️! At special times throughout the day, you can experience snow falling for a White Christmas moment!

Snowfall in the Alley:
Now - December 24
Monday - Thursday: 5pm and 7pm
Friday - Saturday: 2pm, 5pm and 7pm
Sunday: 2pm and 5pm

And don’t miss Santa! But you’ll take a journey to see him through @snowdaypop! Travel via train and there enjoy holiday with innovative immersive experience and best of all they take the 
Snowday (Level 1, near Banana Republic) 
Now-January 8
(Reservations recommended)

You still have time to experience the Grand Holiday Ice Show today! 

And make Illumination Celebration a part of your holiday with Illumination Celebration!
Meet at the nation’s tallest indoor Christmas tree for a special music and light show. 

November 25 - December 24
12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

Don’t miss @GalleriaDallas for the Holidays this season! 

#GalleriaDallas #DFW #Mamachallenge #GalleriaHoliday #dallas #DTX
🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Nig 🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by Cirque Du Soleil! 🎪

Looking for something different for your holiday fun? Then this is the one. It will make everybody and every age smile and get in the holiday mood (even the teens!) 

Flips, jumps, lights, audience interaction, and Santa Claus! It's a beautiful bridge of a classic done in a whole new interactive way! 

🎪 Get your tickets now (try for section 200!) Now - Dec. 11, 2022!

🎪 Snacks + drinks are available, but you should eat dinner before or be ready for a late dinner! 

🎪 Attire is business casual, but make it fun for a festive, fun night out! 

🎪 Pair it with a trip to @Prairie Lights for 
the ultimate fun in #GrandPrairie! 

#CirqueTwas #twasthenightbeforechristmas #hosted #dfw #mamachallenge #visitdallas #visitgrandprairie #DFWInfluencer #DFWHoliday #DallasBlogger
Sums up this month about right. October has defi Sums up this month about right. 

October has definitely flown by and I couldn’t believe how many of my favorite experiences we didn’t get to attend, but an afternoon at @sixflagsovertexas took care of a lot of my fall bucket list! Halloween fun, seeing the leaves start to change, one of the best strudels + a true Oktoberfest bier, and picture moments galore - we’re all checked off! 

With three festivals - including Fright Fest, Boo Fest and a new Oktoberfest Food Festival, the whole family had a great day at @sixflagsovertexas. And paired with a flash pass and an All day cup (thank you, Six Flags) you can’t go wrong enjoying Texas fall in #DFW.

🤩 Plus make sure to stop and read the gravestones- they name all the rides that have gone out of rotation. 

#sixflags #sixflagsmemories #arlingtontx #aworldofwonderful #dfw #dfwevents #dallasblogger
Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we celebrated with a family trip to the @statefairoftx. 

There’s always so much to see and do, but for us it’s the FOOD! So many people asked us what’s the best thing thing to eat, so here’s our short list of #musteats at the State Fair of Texas!

✔️Every good Texan knows your first stop (and also your last) is @fletcherscornydogs. But did you know there’s more than the original to try? Go for the Dallas Hot Bird Dog dippes in spicy batter, deep-fried, split open and then piled high max and cheese, @cholulahotsauce and crispy jalapeños. #Daymade and you just started!

✔️ Pay homage to the to who @texasmonthly calls the “high priest of frying, @chef_abel, and order up his newest creation, the Doh-Muf: part fluffy donut, part muffin and all goodness with Bavarian cream and coated in banana nut muffin batter. Want to up the ante? Then while you’re there, snag the fried PBJ. (Ask for the Priscilla, just like the King.)

✔️ Don’t fly off too far…get another new dish - the Texas Ranch Hog Wings from @nevinsconcessions. Grab lots of napkins and The Fried Charcuterie Board from this dynamic duo.

✔️ I hope you’re not full because we aren’t finished yet - it’s time to get your greens on from @chefcassy. Deep fried collard greens of course served with a honey-glazed chicken wing! 🐔 

✔️ Quite possibly the fastest thing we ate - was the Ultimate Brookie Monster from @smokeyjohnsbbq. It may not be pretty, but with chocolate chip cookie + brownie, @oreo, marshmallow, all deep fried and served with @bluebellicecream, cheesecake crumbles and strawberry sauce…it’s the ultimate dessert (because everything is in it!)

✔️ Like a corn dog, no trip to the fair is complete without a funnel cake from @ferniesfunnelcakes. It’s the perfect nibble as you people watch your way through the fair (and burn off a few calories before you eat again.)

✔️ So you done yet? You might be for now, so make sure to grab your @stifflersmomscookiefactory to go and wash it down with a dirty soda (ask and they’ll show you!)

HBD, #BigTex - we enjoyed it!

🎡 🌮 🌯🍗🍩

#Texas #statefairoftexas #statefair #deepfrieddynasty #dfw #dallas #statefairfood
If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 I If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 

I can’t help but take up on a good challenge, so when @visit_arlington asked what was my vote favorite taco during their #SavetheTacos campaign, I couldn’t let them down. ✔️ 

With 12 restaurants ready to face off for the title of “Arlington’s Favorite Taco,” anyone can vote and then win prizes for making their vote. 

Wanna play? You have 12 tacos and 10 days to make your 🗳.

My favorite? I’ll never tell, but I sure did have a good time doing the research.

This is what #TacoTuesday was made for.

#ArlingtonTexas #ArlingtonTx #aworldofwonderful #arlington #dfw #tacos #taco #dallasblogger #dfwinfluencer
BBQ leftovers? 

If you happen to have any, what’s your favorite way to put them to work in the kitchen?

I’m talking ways to use that sausage, brisket or smoked chicken from July 4th on @wfaagmtthis!
🇺🇸 Green Sauce for Brisket Breakfast Tacos
🇺🇸 Smoked Chicken Salad
🇺🇸 One-Pan Sausage, Potato and Green Bean Dinner

#july4 #independenceday #gmt #goodmorningtexas #bbq #brisket #dallas #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger
When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀 I w When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀

I was away for work and a special box from @universalpictures @theslyfoxclub showed up! 

My miniboss (and her accomplice) busted it open and made their own unboxing video to send to mom (check my Instastories). 

As much fun as they had making the unboxing video, we had to go see @Minions The Rise of Gru opening night. We both loved it (and the soundtrack is winning especially when your kiddo sings The Rolling Stones on the way home!)

➡️ See #Minions #TheRiseOfGru only in theaters TODAY! 

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

#minions #TheRiseofGru #Ad
DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good! S DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good!

Sign up for the The Heroes for Children 5K & Family Fun Run happening tomorrow, April 23 at Hall Park in #FriscoTx!

This is family-friendly race and party to raise awareness and funds for families affected by pediatric cancer in Texas presented by @heroesforchildren! This Dallas-based org advocates for and provides financial and social assistance to families with children battling cancer throughout Texas. 

🥇 5K runners receive an event T-shirt and the first 300 finishers receive a special Heroes for Gold Ribbon medal. 

Also enjoy:
🏃‍♀️ family fun zone
🏃‍♂️ community sponsored events
🏃‍♀️ Gold Go Gold Art exhibit
 
🏃‍♀️ Register now: https://www.heroesforchildren.org/5k-funrun-frisco and save $5 with promo code HEROESRUN5!

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#dfw #heroesforchildren #run #easter #dallas #frisco #pediatriccancer
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