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Pure Flix Review: An Unlikely Angel + Giveaway!

August 25, 2022 By MommyOctopus 1 Comment
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Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

Starting August 26th, Pure Flix will have a new movie titled An Unlikely Angel.  I was given a preview to watch it before it was released and I really loved the movie!

About the Movie:

Janie is a workaholic who is falling apart at the thought of becoming a first-time mom. She whispers a small prayer for help and it’s answered in a very unlikely way when an angel intervenes and fast forwards her life. Will her second chance change how she approaches life? Janie is lucky enough to be given a second chance, but will she change before it’s too late?

Check out the trailer below:

Our Thoughts:

I’m always a fan of Pure Flix movies.  They are safe to watch with our family and leave us feeling inspired and encouraged.  An Unlikely Angel is another great example of what we have come to expect from Pure Flix.  In An Unlikely Angel, it shows that all things work together for God’s glory – the good and the bad.  We watch as the main character has an accident and then tries to figure out her life after 6 years of being in a coma.  The ending has a twist and is something that needs to be seen and not discussed.

Giveaway:

One lucky reader will receive a 3-month Pure Flix subscription (for U.S. residents only)!  There are so many great movies and shows on this platform!  Fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!

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Review & Giveaway: Tyson’s Run

March 10, 2022 By MommyOctopus Leave a Comment
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My kids and I just finished watching the new movie Tyson’s Run, which will be in theaters starting March 11!  Our family loves movies that the entire family can watch.  Although it’s rated PG, it was a pretty clean movie except for a scene in Anatomy class that made us cringe a bit.  Everyone liked the movie, including my 6 year old, and we cannot wait to watch it again.  It was a great reminder of persevering through our circumstances and not judging until we know the full story.

About Tyson’s Run:

When fifteen-year-old Tyson attends public school for the first time, his life is changed forever. While helping his father clean up after the football team, Tyson befriends champion marathon runner Aklilu. Never letting his autism hold him back, Tyson becomes determined to run his first marathon in hopes of winning his father’s approval.

With the help of an unlikely friend and his parents, Tyson learns that with faith in yourself and the courage to take the first step, anything is possible.

You can watch the trailer below:

 

Giveaway: 

One lucky reader will win a $20 Amazon gift card!  Simply head on over here and fill out the Google form.

Good luck!

 

Review: Vindication Season 2 + Pure Flix Subscription Giveaway!

September 20, 2021 By MommyOctopus 5 Comments
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My husband and I are now hooked on the Vindication series.  We cannot wait until a new one is added each Wednesday on Pure Flix.  The one we most recently watched is Season 2, Episode 3.  This one really kept us on our toes and guessing. In this episode, Kris investigates an assault case where she may know the suspect personally.  So many twists and turns and we still couldn’t figure it out until the very end.  I love that the shoes are very suspenseful and entertaining, but clean so we can watch them with our teens.

About the Show:

Vindication is a unique crime drama series that alters the perception of faith-based entertainment. Detective Travis (Todd Terry, Breaking Bad) has spent 15 years solving cases in the small town of East Bank, Texas. When the addition of an eager trainee upends his routine, Travis is forced to adjust his ways while balancing a growing number of suspiciously consistent cases. At home, tensions between the cynical detective and his devoutly religious wife escalate when their estranged daughter returns home.

About Pure Flix:

Pure Flix is the leading faith and family-friendly streaming video-on-demand service. With thousands of God-honoring and inspiring movies and shows, you can Have Faith In Your Entertainment again.

Pure Flix was founded in 2005 by Michael Scott, David A.R. White, and Russell Wolfe. The company initially started as a film studio behind breakout theatrical hits like “God’s Not Dead,” “The Case for Christ” and “Do You Believe?” and launched its streaming platform in 2014. In late 2020, Pure Flix the streaming service became part of AFFIRM Entertainment, a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, with a mission to stream God-honoring stories to a new generation through inspiring and faith-affirming TV shows, movies and original series.

For More Info:

To watch the new season of VINDICATION on Pure Flix, be sure to sign up now for the free trial!  We received a 3 month subscription for this post, but we definitely plan to continue it once that is over.

Giveaway:

One lucky reader will receive a 6-month Pure Flix subscription (for U.S. residents only)!  There are so many great movies and shoes on this platform!  Fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!

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Review & Giveaway: When We Last Spoke

August 7, 2021 By MommyOctopus 5 Comments
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Many thanks to Last Spoke Partners for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.

I love watching movies for reviewing purposes.  The latest one we have seen is When We Last Spoke.  When We Last Spoke is an award-winning, heartwarming story of faith, family, and forgiveness, based on a book by Marci Henna. In 1967, two sisters are abandoned and raised by grandparents in the town of Fireside. Humor, heartbreak and triumph are served with whipped cream and lots of local nuts in this heartwarming tale of family, friendship and forgiveness.  I really enjoyed it and it kept my attention.  The acting was great and the story line flowed well.

You can watch the film, currently free on Amazon Prime, or visit their website to find all the ways to view this powerful movie with the whole family.  When We Last Spoke stars Melissa Gilbert (Little House on the Prairie), Cloris Leachman, and Corbin Bernsen.  When We Last Spoke recently won Best Picture, Best Narrative, Best Supporting Actor, and more at the Crown Awards at the National Religious Broadcasters 2021 Christian Media Convention!

Giveaway:

One lucky reader will receive a free digital code for When We Last Spoke. Simply fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win.  Note: This giveaway is limited to US residents only.

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GIVEAWAY: Ultimate Annual Passes to LEGOLAND Discovery Center – Atlanta

February 14, 2020 By MommyOctopus 12 Comments
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It’s been a few years since we visited LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Atlanta, but when we went, the kids had a blast!

Did you know that LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta currently has a sale on their annual passes?  If your family enjoys LEGOs, this is a great deal for you!  Now through March 6, 2020, you can purchase Ultimate Annual Passes at $39.95.

Save over $35 per Ultimate Annual Pass during the limited-time sale now through March 6 – it pays for itself in less than two visits. Families will get unlimited access to five BRICKTASTIC events year-round including new exhibits such as LEGO® Trolls World Tour, Pirates Ahoy! and DC Superheroes vs. Super Villains, plus the popular Brick-or-Treat and Bricktacular holiday events. Annual Pass holders also receive special discounts on friends and family tickets, LEGO® store items and more at the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground.

Ultimate Annual Pass Members Benefits:

  • Unlimited admission for 12 months
  • FREE activity pack and lanyard per pass
  • 50% off admission for friends and family that visit with membership holder
  • 20% off in the LEGO® Café
  • 10% off select items in the LEGO® Store
  • 10% off birthday parties
  • 3 free child tickets

Giveaway:

Our friends at LEGOLAND Discovery Center have generously offered to giveaway a family four-pack of Ultimate Annual Passes (valued at $300)!  What a great prize!  Simply fill out to the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!

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Giveaway: Frozen 2 Digital Download Codes!

February 5, 2020 By MommyOctopus 47 Comments
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We never did make it to see FROZEN 2 in the theaters, so we are chomping at the bit to the release date!  My kids are going to be so surprised that FROZEN 2 coming home on Digital HD on Tuesday, February 11th and Blu-ray™ on Tuesday, February 25th.  

Isn’t that great news!?!

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” has melted hearts around the world, becoming the No. 1 animated feature of all time. Just in time for Valentine’s Day,  the follow-up to 2013’s hit Oscar®-winning Best Animated Feature, “Frozen,” comes home, with a sing-along version and all-new extras. “Frozen 2” bonus features include deleted scenes, deleted songs, Easter eggs, outtakes and a sing-along version with lyrics to the film’s forever-infectious songs. Extras invite viewers to go behind-the-scenes to hear personal, making-of stories from the “Frozen 2” cast and crew. Fans who bring the film home early on Digital will receive two exclusive extras: an interview with songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, who won an Oscar® for Best Original Song (“Let It Go,” 2014) and wrote seven original songs for “Frozen 2,” and a deleted song titled “Unmeltable Me.”

Giveaway:

We have some HD Digital Download codes to give away to a couple lucky readers!  Simply fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!

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Giveaway: MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL

January 9, 2020 By MommyOctopus 33 Comments
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The first Maleficent movie is one of my favorites.  I love the angle that Disney did to show another side of Maleficent.  I’m eagerly awaiting the release of MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL, coming home on Digital HD on Tuesday, December 31st and Blu-ray™ on Tuesday, January 14th. The thrilling sequel to 2014’s “Maleficent,” starring Angelina Jolie as Maleficent and Elle Fanning as her goddaughter Aurora, arrives home with brand-new bonus features, extended scenes, outtakes and an exclusive extra for Digital consumers.

 

2 Lucky readers will each win their own Digital Download Code for MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL.  Simply fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win.

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Giveaway: World of Coca-Cola Tickets!

November 22, 2019 By MommyOctopus 21 Comments
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We love visiting the World of Coca-Cola during the Christmas season.  It transforms into such a beautiful and magical place!

From now through Jan. 1, the attraction is festive and bright, including dazzling lights, larger-than-life decorations, signature seasonal beverages and more as part of World of Coca-Cola’s annual celebration.

When visiting the attraction this season, don’t miss these five holiday highlights:

  1. Lights, Camera, Smile: Make a memorable entrance by walking through a 28-foot-tall ornament of holiday lights in Pemberton Place. The outdoor winter wonderland is complete with larger-than-life ornaments and trees wrapped in thousands of lights.
  2. Have a Cup of Cheer: Sip on something magical this holiday season by visiting the Taste It! beverage lounge, where you can enjoy a seasonal favorite like Gingerbread Coke or be among the first to taste Sprite Butter Toffee, a crisp-yet-cozy flavor sure to spark the holiday spirit.
  3. Take a Blast to the Past: Stroll down memory lane when you stop by “A Coca-Cola Christmas Celebration,” showcasing historic, seasonal Coke ads and artifacts from around the world. Learn the story of the man in red in the “History of the Coca-Cola Santa” exhibit.
  4. Sleigh the Selfie Game: Guests can climb aboard Santa’s sleigh or steal a bear hug from the 7-foot-tall Coca-Cola Polar Bear. Share pics using #WorldofCocaCola, and you might even see your holiday snap on the attraction’s social channels.
  5. Shop ‘til You Drop: Guests can knock out some holiday shopping during their visit. From apparel, to glassware, to home goods and more, there’s something for everyone on your list. For even more gift ideas, remember to shop online at CokeStore.com for a wide variety of holiday-themed items like ornaments and decorations, and even personalized bottles and clothing to make the holidays extra special.

There’s so much more to see and do at World of Coca-Cola this season – visit and see why the attraction is a holiday tradition for fans near and far.

The last time I went, we went at Christmastime and I got this cool mug.  I still use it often and it’s a great gift to grab!  I’m hoping our crew can go back soon!

Giveaway:

Our friends at World of Coca-Cola have offered a giveaway for you guys!  One lucky reader will win a fantastic family 4 pack of tickets to check out the World of Coca-Cola!  Simply fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!

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Review & Giveaway: Amber Vale Home Holiday Sampler Candle Set

November 15, 2019 By MommyOctopus 16 Comments
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I love having candles going in my house and one that match the season definitely bring me joy.  I received a set of the Amber Vale Home Holiday Sampler candle set for this post.

The Amber Vale Home candles are hand-poured in Franklin, TN and are a soy/coconut wax blend.  The Holiday Sampler came with 3 candles and retails for $20 for the set. Included in this trio are their 4 oz. Tennessee Christmas, With Extra Whip and Gathering. Gathering is my favorite, with yummy scents of orange and cloves.  With Extra Whip is also exciting with peppermint and hot chocolate scents.  Tennessee Christmas has a lovely scent of evergreen and deciduous trees.

I love having the Gathering candle burning while I’m in my room reading.  It is such a pleasant scent and a new favorite of mine. It’s just enough of a scent without being overpowering.

The Amber Vale Home candles contain wooden wicks which create a unique burning experience — hearing the sizzle, “pop” and crackle is just so relaxing and inspiring.  I’ve never had a candle with a wooden wick, but I’m very pleased with these!  With a woodier wick, it’s important to have your candle burning for 2-3 hours each time so the wick works correctly.  The candles come with an instruction sheet on proper usage for these candles.

Interested in purchasing a set?  They are available at Amber Vale Home for $20.  Shipping over $40 is free, so consider grabbing a set for yourself and a set to gift.

Giveaway:

One lucky reader will win their own Amber Vale Home Holiday Sampler candle set.  Simply enter the Rafflecopter below!  Good luck!

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Giveaway: Toy Story 4 Digital Download!

September 20, 2019 By MommyOctopus 40 Comments
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We had a busy year and completely missed getting to see Toy Story 4, so we are on pins and needles waiting for it to be released.  Fortunately we won’t have to wait too much longer because Toy Story 4 will be available on Digital 10/1 and Blu-ray™ 10/8!   WOO HOO!  I’m excited to learn about Forky and the rest of the crew.

About the Movie:

This summer, Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” took audiences on a hilarious and heartwarming road trip with Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the whole gang, earning a 98 percent critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes and more than $1 billion at the global box office. Packed with old friends and new faces, the fourth film in the beloved Toy Story series, which leads Woody to an unexpected fork in the road, arrives home on Digital in 4K Ultra HD™, HD, and Movies Anywhere Oct. 1, and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray,™ DVD Oct. 8.

Fans who bring home “Toy Story 4” will be treated to over an hour of bonus features celebrating the film’s iconic characters, Pixar’s filmmaking team and the legacy of “Toy Story,” which began as the world’s first fully computer-animated feature film released nearly 25 years ago. Extensive extras includes deleted scenes such as an alternate ending, an all-new featurette with an endearing look back on Woody and Buzz’s legendary friendship throughout the years; entertaining studio stories shared by members of the Pixar team; a nostalgic look back at the creation and first storyboard screening of “Toy Story” with filmmakers; and the pioneering efforts of Pixar artists who created the sets, characters, look and feel of the original film and much more.

Giveaway:

We have a couple Digital Download codes to give away to lucky readers!  Simply fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!

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