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Gravity Falls For Nintendo 3DS review

- brandy3 1 Comment

Disney and Ubisoft have introduced a new game just for kids. Gravity Falls Legend of the Gnome Gemulets is a brand new game where Mabel and Dipper explore together to save the Mystery Shack. In this game you can switch between the two characters to defeat objects and Jeff the Gnome to save the Mystery Shack.

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The graphics in this game are phenomenal, and allows you to go through levels and obstacles with no problems.

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**Gravity Falls The Legend of the Gnome Gemulets is so much fun. I had trouble putting it down the first day. Mabel and Dipper work together with their own talents to defeat the gnomes and save the Mystery Shack. Mabel can swing over rocks and trees with her graveling Hook and dipper can shrink with his flashlight. Every level you have a giant gnome to fight at the end, Mabel uses her sleeves from her sweater to whack her enemies and Dipper uses a battle cuff.
I am stuck at the last level Jeff the Gnome becomes a giant and is relentless at defeating Mabel and Dipper.

You can learn more about Gravity Falls Legends of the Genome at Ubisoft and buy it here.

Disclosure: No formal compensation was received for this post. A product was received from Ubisoft.

Best German Potato Salad

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One of the sides we had with Thanksgiving dinner this year was German Potato Salad. We had never had it before but my husband had gotten a good recipe from my Father-In-Law.

The recipe:
4 cups red potatoes diced
a package of hormel bacon
1 onion diced
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

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Place Potatoes in a pot with water covering, boil and cook for about 10 minutes or until soft. drain and set aside.

Cook bacon in a large skillet or 2 over medium high heat. Cook until they are brown and crip then remove from skillet and set aside.

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Drain some of the bacon grease, (if you use it all it will make the potatoes soggy). Add onions to remaining bacon grease and cook over medium heat until golden brown. Add the salt and pepper, water, sugar, and vinegar to the pan. Bring to a boil the add potatoes. Crumble half the bacon into the mix. let t heat through the pan, put in a serving dish and add remaining bacon.

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It’s best to serve the German Potato Salad warm. If made early put in a casserole dish covered and put in the oven at 400 degrees for 5 minutes.

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

Home Alone 5 Disc 25th Anniversary Giveaway Closed

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Home Alone is celebrating 25 years, this year with a collection set featuring all 5 films as well as a few extras all together in a commemorative paint can.

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It’s so hard to think that it has actually been 25 years since this first movie was released, makes me feel a bit old. These were my favorite movies when I was younger. I didn’t even really know that there was a Home Alone 3 or 4. I am super excited to be able to sit down and enjoy these holiday classics with my kids.

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Who wants to win this Awesome Anniversary Set?

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Back To School with Hormel Party Trays #HormelFamily

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We are finally into a schedule with back to school. It took a while, as its a new area and new school, so took a while. We are mixing between the kids eating at school and packing lunches.

To start the school year off I wanted to get the kids something special to pack in their lunch. It may seem a bit odd, but my kids love Cheese and crackers, pepperoni and cheese with crackers etc. I bought a Hormel Family Party Tray to celebrate back to school. I originally bought it as snack at home after school, but the kids ripped right into to it and used it for their lunches.

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Packing everything they could between the cheese, crackers, salami, and pepperoni. The entire party tray was gone in 2 days just from them using it for packing lunches.

We have always loved Hormel party trays, they are the perfect fr snacking, parties, or any occasion. Party trays come with a variety of cheeses, crackers, salami and thick pepperoni. They are so delicious.

Have you ever tried a Hormel Party Tray?



Lloyds Flame Seared Babyback Ribs Review #HormelFamily

- brandy3

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

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Lloyds has a new line of ribs to add to their product line. Flame seared baby back ribs are the perfect choice for Summer BBQs. Unlike Lloyds regular ribs, the flame seared are more juicy and a bit spicy.

The flame-seared dry rub pork ribs use the finest quality cuts of meat. Enjoy the slow-simmered taste and open-fire flavor alongside green beans, corn on the cob or macaroni and cheese.

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** These ribs were a little bit spicy but were oh so good. Match them up with a nice salad, corn on the cob and you have the perfect summer meal. Lloyds ribs are fully cooked already, so just follow the directions to heat up on the grill.

Whats your favorite style of ribs? Did you cook any this summer?



The Longest Ride Blu-ray Giveaway Closed

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Based on the bestselling novel by master storyteller Sparks, The Longest Ride centers on the star-crossed love affair between Luke, a former champion bull rider looking to make a comeback, and Sophia, a college student who is about to embark upon her dream job in New York City’s art world. As conflicting paths and ideals test their relationship, Sophia and Luke make an unexpected connection with Ira, whose memories of his own decades-long romance with his beloved wife deeply inspire the young couple. Spanning generations and two intertwining love stories, The Longest Ride explores the challenges and infinite rewards of enduring love.

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I loved snuggling up with a blanket and watching this chick flick. It made me laugh and cry.

Win a Blu-ray copy here:

Tell me your favorite love story?

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Best BBQ Beef Around #HormelFamily

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We lived in the south for 4 1/2 years and came to love the taste of slow cooked BBQ beef, no one can make it the way they can in the south. Unfortunately for me I don’t even have the patience to try. It’s a lot of time, even though the slow cooker does most of the work. So I have found the best BBQ beef around and its right in the grocery store.

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Luckily for me their is Lloyd’s BBQ Beef available and ready anytime. All you have to do is heat it up in the microwave. It has cme one of my easy go to meals for dinner or lunch and my kids love it.

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This has become one of our favorite past time meals. The best BBQ places are so far away and making it myself is so time consuming and not to mention all the ingredients are a bit expensive.

Lloyd’s BBQ comes in both Chicken and Beef and retail for $3.99 at retailers Nationwide. You can find out more about Lloyd’s products here.

Disclosure: : I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

Hormel’s New Taco Meat Makes Dinner So Simple

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Hormel is introducing a few new meat items to their line up this year. One of them being new taco meats. It’s so simple to make dinner now with Hormel’s Taco meats.

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The meats are already seasoned and ready to go. It is already fully cooked and you just warm it up in the microwave or cook it on the stove top.

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We tried out the shredded chicken. It said it was already seasoned and was the dark meat.
I would of actually preferred it to be white meat but it was good. Maybe could of used a bit more seasoning, but everyone liked it. It was the perfect addition to our taco night. I used it on a tostada with refried beans and lettuce and cheese.

choose from shredded chicken, shredded beef, shredded pork, or beef crumbles. These meats are perfect for Tacos, quesadillas, tostadas, burritos or salads. Which variety will you choose?

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How To train Your Dragon 2 Giveaway #FHEI Closed

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The thrilling second chapter of the epic HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON trilogy returns to the fantastical world of the heroic Viking Hiccup and his faithful dragon Toothless. The inseparable duo must protect the peace and save the future of men and dragons from the power-hungry Drago.

My son is just starting to love Dragons, so this movie caught his attention. He was so thrilled to see so many dragons and a few friendly ones at that. Plus a bit touching as Hiccup finds his long lost mother in a cave. This movie is a great gift idea for anyone in your house that loves Dragons and adventures.

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Gearing Up For Thanksgiving #HormelFamily

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We always have Thanksgiving at home, as we don’t have any family really close. It’s better for us as we get to choose what to make. Every Thanksgiving we usually do a medley of different foods, my kids are really really picky.

This year we are having a prime rib roast, as well as a Hormel Cure 81 Ham. Then of course all the trimmings, potatoes, veggies etc. I love having a small ham every year, because leftovers go great with breakfasts.

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Hormel Cure 81 hams come in all different sizes, we usually just get 1 lb or 2. The ham comes pre-sliced and makes it so much easier to serve.

Have you planned your Thanksgiving meal?

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