Halloween Survival Guide

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Looking for some adult fun this Halloween? Look for The Divining Rod wines in stores now. Pick up a few bottles for a nice treat for your guests at your Halloween party.

“From water, comes wine” – never has this been more true than with The Divining Rod wines. By giving life to countless vineyards across California, Marc Mondavi quite literally “turns water into wine.” He possesses the grape growing and winemaking skills and knowledge that come from growing up in the Napa Valley, as a key member of America’s foremost wine family. But Marc’s “sixth sense” for water divining (also called water witching or dowsing) and connection with the land, put him on another level of winemaking. That’s why we say that his Divining Rod wines are more than natural, they’re supernatural. History Established in the 1940’s by Italian immigrants Cesare and Rosa Mondavi, C. Mondavi & Family remains a family-owned business which has thrived for generations to produce fine wines for a variety of occasions and consumers. Built on a foundation of family values, hard work and European winemaking traditions, the winery offers a portfolio of wines for special occasions and everyday gatherings of family and friends. Day-to-day operations are handled by co-proprietors Marc Mondavi and Peter Mondavi Jr., both sons of legendary Napa Valley wine icon Peter Mondavi Sr., who serves as the company’s president and CEO. The family is now proudly welcoming members of the fourth generation to the business, continuing a legacy started 70 years ago and setting a foundation for generations to come. Marc Mondavi started The Divining Rod label in 2012 in honor of his ability to locate underground water sources and establish vineyards. The first new brand from C. Mondavi & Family in over 60 years, The Divining Rod has secured its place in a long line of fine wines created by this iconic family.

I love the history behind these wines. Now, when I go in the store to pick my next bottle of The Divining Wines, I know the story behind the wine.

Current Wine Releases
2010 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% "a little magic" (Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Malbec) SRP: $17.99
2011 Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay 95% Chardonnay and 5% "a little magic" (Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier) SRP: $17.99

Winemaker Our winemaker and water witch Marc Mondavi begins by giving life to vineyards by using his copper divining rods to locate underground water. This water is harnessed to nourish vineyards and create ideal conditions for vines to thrive. Marc then puts on his winemaker hat to create beautiful expressions of his special vineyards. Our wines are specifically made to highlight the beautiful fruit given to us by nature. Marc prefers to showcase the fruit of the vine, rather than the telltale signs of heavy-handed wine making. This is what sets The Divining Rod wines apart from the rest. I like the fruit of the wine, rather than the signs and TASTE of heavy-handed wine making.

Yummy Orange Mimosa

For all the parents out there who are exhausted from the Halloween parties and trick or treating, here is a quick drink to make for an adult treat. Enjoy an Orange Mimosa!

1 ½ cups Orange Juice
¼ cup Triple Sec Orange Liqueur
2 cups Champagne

In a pitcher, combine orange juice and triple sec and stir. Add champagne and stir. Pour into a martini glass.

Items needed:

2 Bone-In Split Chicken Breasts
Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper (to season)
1/2 cup Onion (finely diced)
5 cups Chicken Broth
2 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern Beans (drained)
1 (8-ounce) can Whole Kernel Corn (drained)
1 (4-ounce) can Chopped Green Chilies
1 teaspoon bottled Minced Garlic
1 ½ teaspoons Ground Cumin
1 ½ teaspoons Oregano
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/8 teaspoon Pepper
2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
1/4 cup Half & Half
Fresh Cilantro
Sour Cream
Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

Place chicken in a roasting pan. Season each breast with salt and pepper, then rub with olive oil. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees on the 3rd rack for 50 minutes. Remove chicken from oven and let cool, remove skin and shred into chunks enough to equal 3 cups, then set aside. In a large heavy pot and over medium heat. Combine chicken, onion, chicken broth, northern beans, corn, green chilies, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for 40 minutes. Stir together cornstarch and half & half, then pour into mixture. Stir and cover. Let simmer an additional 4 minutes. Serve soup topped with cilantro, sour cream and monterey jack cheese.

Kids Academy Releases Preschool Education Center for iOS and Android

I love this Kids Academy app. Brings of of fun while learning, too. My kids just cannot play with it enough. Lots of learning games and I like that it reinforces what my child has already leanrned. Great for preschool aged kids!

Kids Academy Releases Preschool Education Center for iOS and Android!

I am always looking for fun and educatiopnal apps for my kids. Kids Academy has just that! I highly suggest you check out these apps and download them to yur devices! Kids Academy – the team behind some of the top educational apps for kids with over 10 million downloads worldwide just released the long-awaited version of their flagship app – Preschool Education Center. As the name suggests, Preschool Education Center is an all-in-one educational app for kids and toddlers. The app covers all aspects of early childhood education from the alphabet and reading to writing, building vocabulary and developing math skills. Based on the proven Montessori method the app offers a number of fun games that help master essential learning skills through play. I love this Kids Academy app. Brings of of fun while learning, too. My kids just cannot play with it enough. Lots of learning games and I like that it reinforces what my child has already leanrned. Great for preschool aged kids!

Until now, Preschool Education Center has only been available on iTunes but today's release makes it finally available for Android device on Google Play! This fun and free app is currently being featured in the Family section of the Android store in the USA, Australia and Canada.

Get the app free on Google Play!

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For iOS devices:

Kids Academy have also updated the iOS version of the app: Preschool & Kindergarten Early Learning Games adding new games, books and educational cartoons and shows as well as printable worksheets. - The update boasts a bunch of cute little monsters that will teach your kids about money and how to count it. - Kids Academy TV now has a 24/7 Live Zoo channel offering web-cam views on real-life animals.

Grab your free copy of the update on the iTunes App Store!

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BONUS! Free Preschool & Kindergarten Worksheets for Kids

Kids Academy is also finding a way to expand beyond the screen and help master pen and pencil with free printable worksheets. You can get free preschool worksheets on a variety of subjects from alphabet to math (the library is being constantly updated). Download, print out and get start practicing with good old pen and paper in seconds!

Head over to to the Kids Academy to get your FREE PRINTABLE WORKSHEETS and get your kids busy!

Olive Garden Never Ending Pasta Bowl 20th Anniversary

Where are all of my Olive Garden Fans? Now through November 22, 2015 Olive Garden is having the 20th anniversary of the Never Ending Pasta Bowl! This is my favorite time of year to get some great pasta from Olive Garden. And who doesn't love the bread sticks? Make sure to visit your Olive Garden to take advantage of this offer. I did and it was delicious.

Never Ending Pasta Bowl includes options to please the entire family:

· Pastas: Rigatoni, Cavatappi, Spaghetti, Whole Wheat Linguine, Gluten-Free Rotini, Tri-Colored Penne, Fettuccine, Angel Hair and Mezzaluna Ravioli.

· Sauces: Five Cheese Marinara, Traditional Meat Sauce, Asiago Garlic Alfredo, Alfredo, Marinara, New Chicken Pomodoro and Pesto Alfredo.

· Toppings: Meatballs, Italian Sausage, Chicken Meatballs, Crispy Chicken Fritta or Crispy Shrimp Fritta can be added to any combination starting at $2.99.

Tell me what Pasta Bowl you would get!

I was compensated for this review iwith a gift card.