JERRY & MARGE GO LARGE Go Large On Paramount+

 Based on the true story about couple Jerry and Marge Selbee, who win the lottery and use the money to revive their small town.

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Mom Knows Best & Review Wire Media for Paramount+.

 Are you looking for a movie to watch this weekend? You need to check out and stream JERRY & MARGE GO LARGE. This movie premiers on Friday, June 17 exclusively on Paramount+ and is rated PG-13, PG-13, for some language and suggestive references. This comedy movie is based on a true story. I think my favorite movies are ones that are based on a true story. After I watch the movie, I always have to know more about what inspired the movie that I just enjoyed.

JERRY & MARGE GO LARGE is inspired by the remarkable true story of retiree Jerry Selbee, who discovers a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery and, with the help of his wife, Marge, wins millions and uses the money to revive their small Michigan town.

Quick brief about JERRY & MARGE GO LARGE

  For decades, Jerry Selbee dedicated his life to his job at the local factory, maintaining a stable and satisfying routine that, upon retirement, is thrown out the window, leaving him feeling purposeless and lost. Despite the nudging of his lovingly supportive wife, Marge, and adult children to explore hobbies unknown, he resists…until a happenstance recognition of a completely legal loophole in the lottery system catches his eye and his head for statistics. Realizing there is more than enough money to be won, Jerry clues their local friends into the secret in an attempt to help revive a town and its citizens ailing from economic decline. Unfortunately, a brilliant but smarmy Ivy Leaguer trips upon the same systemic mistake and makes a play for Jerry and Marge’s grassroots gameplay.

In addition to Cranston and Bening, the cast includes Larry Wilmore, Rainn Wilson, Anna Camp, Ann Harada, Jake McDorman, Michael McKean, and Uly Schlesinge.

Watch the official trailer of JERRY & MARGE GO LARGE

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JERRY & MARGE GO LARGE will be available to stream on Friday, June 17 exclusively on Paramount+

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How To Make The Best Homemde Snow Cones With Hawaiian Shaved Ice

  Summer is here and that means we’re doing all we can to stay cool. One of the best ways to stay cool is with ice-cold drinks and snowcones.

 Kids and grownups love shaved ice and snowcones. Just head to any summer event and you will see plenty of people enjoying frozen snowcones. There is just something special about crushed ice covered with delicious sweet syrup in pretty colors. Snowcones are so refreshing and are a perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.

 Snowcones are so fun to eat and I just love watching the vendor make the snowcone. Seeing the ice get shaved and placed into a paper cone. Then the fun begins with selecting your favorite flavors of snow cone syrup. From grape to cherry to blue raspberry to even flavors like lime and pineapple, it can be hard to choose a fruit-flavored syrup to put on your cone of shaved ice. I think that is why so many people love rainbow snowcones.

I received samples from Hawaiian Shaved ice to facilitate this article and it may contain affiliate links

Skip the summer event and make snow cones at home

 Now you can save time and money by making your own snow cones at home. No more having to wait in a long line at a summer celebration to enjoy a delicious frozen snow cone. With an Electric Shaved Ice Machine from Hawaiian Shaved Ice, you can treat the kids and yourself to snow cones all summer.  

Hawaiian Shaved Ice is the Premier internet retailer specializing in affordable home shaved ice and snow cone machines with over 90 delicious syrup flavors! From home machines to enjoy all summer long to heavy-duty machines to please a crowd, Hawaiian Shaved Ice has you covered.

 For my family, snow cones were only enjoyed on special occasions. Money was tight with raising 5 kids. Plus being the frugal mom, I had a hard time spending money on ice and syrup. So my children were overjoyed when they were treated to a snow cone on a hot summer day. I discovered a way to treat my kids to shaved ice with sweet flavored syrups anytime without having to leave the house. This snow cone magic is possible with a shaved ice party package from Hawaiian Shaved Ice. 

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Create delicious, authentic shaved ice at home 

 The Hawaiian Shaved Ice Party Package from HawaiianShavedIce.com includes all of the supplies and serving tools you’ll need to make shaved ice just like they serve at carnivals and county fairs. All you need is ice! You can also create delicious, authentic shaved ice at your next party Shaved ice is a refreshing treat that your guests are sure to love, and you’ll be the only one who knows how easy it was to make!

 The Shaved Ice Machine is a cool machine! This electric snow cone maker produces soft, fluffy shaved ice from round blocks of molded ice. The Hawaiian Shaved Ice Party Package includes an electric shaved ice maker, 3 ~ 1-pint bottles of cherry, blue raspberry, and grape syrups, 25 spoon straws, 25 snow cone cups, and 3 bottle pourers. If you want an authentic shaved ice setup without spending a fortune, this convenient kit is a perfect choice.

Homemade snow cones that are so easy to make

 The electric ice shaver is so easy to operate. With a push of a button, this unique snow cone maker turns ice into fluffy shaved ice in seconds. The machine is safe to operate, so even kids can make their own delicious snow cones on a hot summer day. The hardest part of making snow cones will be choosing which snow cone syrup to pour over your shaved ice.

Over 90+ Flavors of Shaved Ice And Snow Cone Syrups 

The snow cone maker package that we received came with three bottles of flavored shaved ice and snow cone syrup but when we need more we can select from over 90+ flavors! From pineapple to chocolate to cake batter and cotton candy, Hawaiian Shaved Ice has the best syrup flavors for snow cones and shaved ice. They also have many different sizes of syrup containers! Hawaiian Shaved Ice also has all the snow cone supplies like cups and straws so you can recreate the best snow cone experience for your next party.

My family was super excited about the snow cones

When the snow cone party package arrived at my house it was a hot summer day. So I let my husband unbox the snow cone maker. My husband filled up the included cups to freeze the water to make the shaved ice. TIP: Add ice to the cups of water before placing them in the freezer. This will help the water freeze faster.

 Then we had to water to freeze into blocks of ice. After a couple of hours, it was time to make the snow cones. We took the lid off the snow cone machine and added the frozen round block of ice. Then with a push of a button, in seconds the ice was transformed into soft fluffy shaved ice. I loved that this machine was electric, so there was no need for cranking a handle. One round block of ice made plenty of shaved ice so the three of us could enjoy a snow cone. My husband poured plenty of sweet cherry snow cone syrup on his shaved ice, while my son and I enjoyed the grape snow cone syrup. These snow cone syrups were full of sweet flavor.

 Clean-up was super easy! After we enjoyed our snow cones, I opened up the top of the ice shaving machine and place the shaved ice maker on the kitchen drying mat to dry. 

Get your Hawaiian Shaved Ice Party Package now and enjoy homemade snow cones at home

Parenting Tips: How To Prepare For The Future The Right Way

  It's never too early to start preparing for the future. In fact, the sooner you start, the better off you'll be. There are a lot of things you need to do in order to make sure you're ready for whatever comes your way. No one knows what the future holds. But, by preparing for it the right way, you can rest assured that you and your loved ones will be okay. In this blog post, we will discuss some important steps that every parent should take in order to prepare for the future. So, without further ado, let's get started.

Purchase Life Insurance 

 One of the most important things you can do to prepare for the future is to purchase life insurance. This will ensure that your loved ones are taken care of financially in the event of your death. Life insurance policies cover things like funeral costs and outstanding debts. They can also provide your family with a financial safety net in case of an unexpected loss of income. There are a lot of different life insurance policies out there. So, it's important to do your research and find one that best suits your needs. You should shop around for life insurance quotes since most companies offer different rates. By doing so, you can find the most affordable policy for your budget. 

Take Care of Your Health 

 Another important step you need to take in order to prepare for the future is to take care of your health. This includes things like eating healthily, exercising regularly, and getting regular check-ups. A healthy diet and exercise habits will help to improve your overall health and well-being. They can also lower your risk of developing chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. In addition, you should make sure to get regular check-ups with your doctor. This way, you can catch any health problems early on and get the treatment you need. And, if you do unfortunately develop a chronic condition, you'll be able to manage it more effectively. 

Invest Your Money 

 One of the best ways to prepare for the future is to invest your money. There are many different ways where you can invest your money. For example, you can invest in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Or, you can put your money into a savings account or a retirement fund. Investing your money is a great way to grow your wealth over time. It's also a good way of protecting yourself against inflation. Just make sure to diversify your investments. This means that you shouldn't put all of your eggs in one basket. By diversifying, you can minimize your risks and maximize your potential for growth. 

But Leave Some for an Emergency Fund 

 Even though it's important to invest your money, you should also leave some aside for an emergency fund. This is because you never know when unexpected expenses will come up. Having an emergency fund will help you to cover these unexpected costs without putting yourself into debt. Ideally, you should have enough money in your emergency fund to cover three to six months of living expenses. This way, you'll be prepared for anything that comes your way, such as a relationship breakdown and requiring a Family Attorney to help you out of a difficult situation. You can start building up your emergency fund by setting aside a fixed amount of money each month. Or, you can set up a separate savings account specifically for your emergency fund. 

Plan Your Retirement 

 Another important step you need to take in order to prepare for the future is to plan your retirement. This includes figuring out how much money you'll need to have saved up and when you want to retire. You should start planning for retirement as early as possible. This way, you'll have more time to save up. You can use a retirement calculator to figure out how much money you'll need to have saved. And, you can use this information to create a retirement plan that best suits your needs. There are a few different types of retirement plans to choose from. For example, you can choose a traditional IRA or a Roth IRA. You can also choose a 401(k) plan if your employer offers one. 

Never Stop Learning 

 One of the best tips we can give you for the future is to never stop learning. This includes things like taking courses and reading books. Learning new things will help you to stay sharp and improve your skills. It can also make you more marketable in the job market. and, it can give you a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. There are many different ways where you can learn new things. For example, you can take an online course or participate in a MOOC. And if you didn't have a chance to get a degree, now might be the perfect time for that. You can also read books or listen to podcasts. Whatever you do, make sure to never stop learning. 

Give Your Life Meaning 

 Last but not least, it's important to give your life meaning. This can be done by setting goals and working towards them. It can also be done by helping others and making a difference in the world. When you give your life meaning, you'll be more fulfilled and happier. And, you'll also have a sense of purpose. There are many different ways where you can give your life meaning. For example, you can volunteer for a cause you're passionate about. Or, you can start your own business or nonprofit organization. You can also choose to work in a job that you're passionate about. Whatever you do, your life should be meaningful.

 So, these are some tips for preparing for the future. By following these tips, you'll be on your way to a brighter tomorrow. Just make sure to take action and put these tips into practice. And, don't forget to enjoy the journey along the way! Hopefully, these tips have given you some insights on how to prepare for the future. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to leave a comment below. 

Decorating Your Child's Room To Encourage Independent Play

  If you live in a home without a lot of extra space, it can sometimes be hard to set aside a space for 

your young children to play in, which is why many parents often double their child’s bedroom up as 

their play space.

 But, when decorating and furnishing bedrooms, we mainly think of how everything affects sleep and 

tailor bedrooms to sleep above anything else. This is all well and good but can lead to your child’s 

bedroom not being set up in an ideal way to encourage independent play. So, we’ve got some advice 

to share on how you can decorate your child’s bedroom in a way that creates a safe space for 

independent play.

Open Floor Space To Create A Play Area

 If your child’s bedroom doubles up as a play space, then floor space is at a premium. Until children 

are old enough for video games and more grown-up types of play, most of their play will be done on 

the floor, so by maximizing floor space in their bedroom, you maximize their area for play and ensure 

they always have a space to play.

 A simple solution that most parents use is swapping out their bed for a bunk bed. With a bunk bed, 

you elevate their bed from the floor, leaving behind a nice chunk of usable floor space. As an added 

bonus, most children absolutely love bunk beds and enjoy the novelty of sleeping up high.

Keep The Room Well Lit For Playtime

 When using your child’s bedroom as their playroom will require you to keep the room appropriately lit 

during the day, if your child’s bedroom is dark during the day that will discourage independent play in 

the room and if the room is too bright at night, that will make it harder for them to sleep at night. So a 

happy medium of lighting between day and night is needed.

 An easy solution to this is to use both natural light and artificial light in your child’s room during the 

day but retaining the option to make the room dark at bed and nap times. For the natural light, a set of

day and night blinds would be perfect, as they can be partially open during playtime to let in light and 

fully closed at night to keep the room dark. Then for natural light, a ceiling light may be enough, but 

having a small child-friendly lamp will ensure that they can play unimpeded by darkness. 

Use Child-Friendly Storage Solutions

 An issue that often arises when trying to introduce children to independent play, is that they can still be reliant on their parents to help them play. Usually, this dependence is formed as they cant easily access their toys themselves, which means that any time they want to change what they’re playing with, they need a hand from an adult.

 To resolve this common problem, you should look into child-friendly and accessible storage options

for their toys. When toys are stored on shelves or in cupboards, young children can’t reach them and 

sometimes ground-level storage like chests can be hard for a child to open themselves. So, you 

should look for storage which can be placed on the ground and is light enough for your child to use. 

By doing this, you’ll find that your child can play and tidy up after themselves much more independently.

Fathers Day Gift Guide For The Backyard

 It’s almost Father’s Day and I have some great gift ideas to show dad that you love him.

 Father's Day will be here soon, so you better get shopping. Finding the best present for dad does not have to be hard. Just think about what makes dad happy when has a day off and then buy a gift that reflects how dad would spend his time. Father's Day is the perfect time to show good old Dad how much you love and appreciate him. 

What really matters most to dad is spending time with his family and the perfect gift for dad is one that involves food, fun, relaxation, and family. So take all those items and buy a Father's Day gift that dad can use all summer. I am talking gifts for Dad for the backyard. For Mother's Day, I gave you 6 Garden Gift Ideas For Mothers Day and now I give you the Fathers Day Gift Guide For The Backyard.

Food and Relaxation

 Whether your dad likes roasting marshmallows over a fire pit, relaxing in a hammock, or cooking up tasty meals on the grill, you are sure to find the best gift for Father’s Day from Sunnydaze. I rounded up some gift selections that dad will love and they are perfect for your backyard celebration on Father's Day.

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Fire Pits

 Give dad the gift of a fire pit. Fire pits are the perfect item for backyard relaxation and roasting marshmallows. Sunnydaze has a wide selection of stylish and durable fire pits. Add a food grill rack and dad can use the fire pit to cook his favorite barbecue dinner like hamburgers or steak. Check out the selection of fire pits from Sunnydaze.

Hammocks

 Let dad relax on Father's Day with the gift of a hammock from Sunnydaze. From comfortable hammocks on a stand to hammocks that can be hung between two posts or trees, Sunnydaze has a wide variety of sizes, colors, and styles to make dad smile. So give dad the best seat in the house and let him take a nap on his special day.

Backyard Lights

Create the perfect spot for dad to relax and add backyard lights to the yard. From decorative lights to ground lights, Sunnydaze has a selection of lights to make your backyard special. Many of the backyard lights from Sunnydaze are even solar charged. 

Patio Umbrellas

 Don't let the sun spoil dad's day in the backyard. So give dad the gift of a patio umbrella. Sunnydaze has a wide selection of outdoor umbrellas in many colors and sizes. Sunnydaze also carries umbrella stands and lights for outdoor umbrellas. A patio umbrella from Sunnydaze would be perfect to place near dad's hammock or on the patio table. 

Outdoor Yard Decor

Make the backyard look special for Father's Day and all summer. Sunnydaze is my favorite place to shop for outdoor yard decor. From garden statues to metal yard decor to patio rugs and accessories, Sunnydaze is the place to shop for the most unique outdoor decor. Sunnydaze also has amazing prices on decor for the yard.

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Outdoor Fountains

 An outdoor fountain is the best gift for relaxation for Father's Day. The sound of water always adds a special touch to the backyard. The selection of outdoor fountains at Sunnydaze is the best. From small table water fountains to ones that look like stone with many in between, I know that you will find an amazing water fountain for a Father's Day gift.

Sunnydaze for Father's Day Gifts

 This is just a small selection of items that Sunnydaze has in stock for gifts for Father's Day for the backyard. Sunnydaze Decor's mission is to bring relaxation, style, and convenience into people's lives through high-quality indoor and outdoor decor products. Their goal is to transform your living space into a relaxing and stylish area through excellent customer service, fast shipping, and top-quality products.

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Allergy Shots and Asthma Update

 Are you considering allergy shots but need more information before you start an allergy shot treatment plan? Keep reading to discover my experience with receiving allergy shots.

 It has been a while since I wrote about my allergy shot appointments. Life has been busy and my appointments for the allergy shots have been pretty much the same. The last three allergy shots, had me experiencing the same side effects as the previous allergy shots. That is a good thing as I was worried about my asthma symptoms. My asthma symptoms, thirty minutes after receiving the vials of allergens for allergy shots, were mild. I also experienced some burning in my arm, where I received the seasonal allergy shot. 

 It was allergy shot number 6, that I learned that my weed and grass allergy shot was causing the burning in my arm. That makes sense as it was the weeds and grass that tested high, when I did my allergy testing. I decided to have the allergy doctor test my son, so I could get him started on allergy shots. My son also has asthma and for the past couple of years, his asthma gets severe when things start growing here. My son has missed several days of school due to his asthma.

Allergic To New Mexico

 After my son had allergy testing. the doctor looked at the allergy shot testing results and said, "you are allergic to New Mexico." The allergy testing caused some huge hives and redness on my son's back. For the allergy testing, the nurse pricked my son's skin with many different allergens. Things like weeds, grass, trees, plants, mold, and animals. When I compared my son's allergy testing results to mine, we are pretty much allergic to the same items. He also scored higher on most of the weeds and grasses. I also discovered that the type of mold that my son is allergic to is not the one that you find in your home. That explains why my son did not experience mold sickness when we had mold in our home.

Severe Asthma Symptoms After I Traveled

 My asthma started to get out of control after I traveled to see my mom. My asthma was so bad that I had to sleep sitting up on the couch for several nights. My asthma symptoms had not been this bad since 2018 when I discovered that a dairy allergy was causing my severe asthma.

 Many things were causing my asthma to be out of control. While I was visiting my mom, I stayed at my brother's home. My brother has a cat and the cat was peeing on the carpet. So my brother was cleaning the carpet on a daily basis with a chemical cleaner. Then when I returned home, I became sick with a miserable cold. My husband also had a cold, so I think him kissing me caused me to catch his cold. Then there were the nearby forest fires that caused poor air quality.

 So many things were triggering my asthma. Every time I had to cough, I struggled to breathe. So for two weeks, I had to do nebulizer treatments for asthma and sleep sitting up. Once I felt better, I had my 6th-month allergy doctor appointment. The allergy doctor reminded me about using my allergy nasal spray. I also got some not-so-good news at my allergy appointment.

Sixteen More Build Up Allergy Shot Appointments

 I had allergy shot number 8 the week before my appointment with the allergy doctor. I thought that I had only 4 more Build Up Allergy Shot Appointments but the doctor looked at my chart and said that my build-up phase was a year-long, instead of the typical 6 months. Due to my asthma, the other allergy doctor decided that it would be best to do my allergy shots every 2 weeks instead of once a week. I was glad that I was on a slower build-up treatment as a couple of the allergy shots caused me to have some breathing issues with my asthma.

Air quality is improving but weeds are growing

 I am still having seasonal allergy symptoms that are triggering my asthma as the weeds are growing here. The air quality is improving as the firefighters are starting to get the forest fires under control. The forest fires may be far away from my town but the smoke and pollution drift over here. So I have been staying inside for the most part.

The worst part is having to exercise indoors. Exercise has been shown to benefit those with asthma so I make sure to exercise every day. I just can't run outside with the poor air quality. If you have asthma check out these Ten Tips For Exercising With Asthma. I am so looking forward to the day when my allergy shot treatment allows me to run outside again. 

 My allergy shot treatment will be a rough ride but at the end, when my seasonal allergies are cured, it will be so worth the misery. While the allergy shots will not cure my asthma, they will cure my seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies are a big trigger for my asthma, so it will be a big layer removed from my asthma causes. You can read more about my allergy shot treatment plan HERE.