Are you looking for the perfect movie this Holiday season? Then take a look at the new movie Rise of the Guardians starring Alec Baldwin, Isla Fisher, Hugh Jackman, and Chris Pine, directed by Peter Ramsey  that opened today November 21.

This would be the perfect movie to go out and see tomorrow night after you stuff your face!  When I was younger we always went to the theater Thanksgiving night. NOW I AM always doing my Black Friday Shopping! SO if you are one of the lucky ones that get to hit the movies on Thanksgiving night I AM JEALOUS!

Rise of the Guardians tells the story of a group of heroes — each with extraordinary abilities. When an evil spirit, known as Pitch, lays down the gauntlet to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children all over the world.

I was planning on taking the kids today to go see it today However, I am BEHIND! So I promised them that we will go Saturday afternoon.  I have read several reviews today from people who have already seen it and they love it! So I can’t wait to see it and report back to you what our family thought about it!

To get us ready for our movie day I was sent this great family fun pack! The kids loved it and Jada was so happy that she will be able to wear her GUARDIANS shirt Saturday.

I also want to add that Rise of the Guardians is the first animated film directed by an African-American! So for my readers I know that is something that you would love sharing with your children.  WTG Peter Ramsey!!

If you are like most women, you know that you can do it all but on many days, it feels as though the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders. You wonder how you will be able to do it all.

When you find yourself in the middle of times like these, you have to look to those who have gone above and beyond to make the world a better place through routes such as music and to literally do it all in the blink of an eye. Women like that do exist, such as Dianna Krall.

Diana Krall is not just an inspiration to musicians, but to women everywhere. Krall is a Canadian singer and jazz pianist, who is especially known for her glorious contralto vocals. As many people eventually learn though, she is much more than “just” a musician.

Krall has sold over 6 million albums in the United States alone and more than 15 million albums worldwide. Dianna has a total of 11 albums and counting to her name, with her first album being released back in 1993. The most currently released album is that of “Glad Rag Doll”, which came out in 2012. As if that is not impressive enough, she has done all of this while raising her twin sons. She is truly a fine example of a woman who can do it all.

Krall married the love of her life, Elvis Costello, on December 6, 2003 at the London estate of Elton John. Exactly three years later, on December 6 2006, her twin boys, Frank Harlan James and Dexter Henry Lorcan were born in New York City.

You would think that having married a successful man as she did and just giving birth to twin boys would slow her down, but that could not be further from the truth. She continues to record albums, DVDs, and appears in movies and television shows. Krall also received the honor of being able to perform in Washington, D.C. for Neil Armstrong’s memorial service.

It is easy to see what an accomplished woman Diana Krall is, but it’s something else altogether to get to hear her music in person. You really cannot get a full grasp of what this woman has accomplished until you have been blessed enough to hear the sounds of her beautiful and earth-moving music live. Listening to her mellifluous voice is an experience like none other.

Treating yourself to Diana Krall tickets will only bring you that much closer to becoming in awe of what she has done professionally with her amazing talent, all while raising a grounded family.

If your child has been bugging you this summer to take him or her to see the two latest installments of superhero flicks – Spiderman and Batman – you have no doubt either succumbed to their wishes or keep putting them off.

The bottom line is that bothfranchises have hauled in a boatload of money over the years, and these latest updates on the crime fighters is proving no different.

Either way, there is possibly a debate going on in your household as to which character is the better superhero. Is it the man who spins webs or the caped crusader? Is it the guy wearing the StylinClothesthat symbolize a spider on his chest or the one that highlights a bat?

While the only way to potentially settle such a debate would involve the two crime fighters taking on one another, you could also take a look at some of the differences between the two to help settle your argument.

Among the differences:

1. Spiderman can spin webs – While most women are not fans of spiders, imagine how cool it would be if your man could spin a web whenever he wanted to. It could serve as a highlight at family gatherings, office happy hours and while out in public at sporting events;

2. Batman has the batmobile – There is nothing much cooler if you are a guy than pulling up in the distinctive batmobile. With all the gadgetry that it has to offer, what mother would not sleep better in knowing that her daughter is safe with the caped crusader? Flip a switch here or there and you can instantly escape the bad guys, arrest them, or just plain have a little fun with them;

3. Spiderman is a swinger – When the term “swinger” is used, it is in a good way. There may be nothing cooler than seeing Spiderman swing from building to building in a crowded downtown. Just as Batman has the cool wheels to move around town rather flawlessly, it would be very easy on crowded city streets for Spiderman and his date to get from the restaurant to the movie theater with just a flick of his wrist. Given how expensive it is to park in some downtown venues on the weekends, this would also save Spiderman and his date on parking fees;

4. Batman has a cool sidekick – Even though he was more famous in the old television show than in the series of Batman movies, double dating with Batman and his junior partner in fighting crime, Robin, must be a thrill. Imagine the luck ladies that get to hang out with this pair of crime fighters on a Saturday night. Other guys would certainly keep their distances, while waiting for a table at the finest restaurants would almost be unheard of, especially in Gotham City;

5. Spiderman can hang with the best of them upside down – It isn’t every superhero that can kiss his girl while hanging upside down. In fact, how many superheroes do you know that can pull off this trick? While some women may find this a tad unnerving, others may find it quite attractive. Batman, meantime, can do amazing things, meantime, but hanging upside down while kissing a woman is not one of them. In fact, how many times have moviegoers seen Batman actually kissing a woman in the first place? The money seems to be on the fact that Peter Parker is just a tad cooler when it comes to his technique;

6. Batman has the cool digs – For those that date all the way back to the old TV show, stately Wayne Manor always seemed like it would be a cool place to hang out. Whether it was the lush grounds of the estate, having Alfred the butler to serve your every whim or sliding down those bat poles, what’s not to like about the place? While Spiderman can swing from venue to venue, Batman gets to go home at the end of a long day of crime fighting and kick back in the cool digs.

Whichever crime fighter wins out at the box office may not yet be known; one thing that is known is that both have a large fan base, something not even villains can deter.

If you’re a frequent music listener, you know the importance of a good pair of headphones. From comfort to noise quality, the right style will make all the difference to the everyday jogger or workday music lover.

When it comes to choosing the right pair, however, there are a variety of options to consider. So, before you pick out the cheap Bose headphones on Craigslist, take these important factors into consideration.

Comfort

If you’re using your headphones frequently, you need a certain level of comfort. AskMen.com suggests, “… You want to make sure that they’re not going to snag on your hair or rest uncomfortably on the cartilage of your ears.” So, the first qualification to make is what will be comfortable for you. There are two main factors to consider.

• Shape: For some people, earbuds become uncomfortable after many hours of use. Be sure to consider the size of your ears, as this style doesn’t always cradle comfortably in every ear contour.
• Padding: Ear cup style headphones are considered some of the most comfortable options; the padding and cup style keep your ears from being pushed back, avoiding any discomfort during long term use.

Style

Choosing the right style will be very important in your headphone decision process. What fits the needs of a runner may be very different than what works for someone who uses them for eight hours a day. There are a variety of styles to choose from, however be sure to try out the two main styles to get an idea of what will be best for you.

• Earbuds: Good for listeners on the go, such as travelers or joggers, these provide minimal material with good sound quality.
• Full size headphones: For some, earbuds don’t fit right or quickly become uncomfortable.  Full size headphones come in a number of sub styles, including ear-pad, circumaural and over the ear.

Extras

Once you’ve take care of the comfort and style of your headphones, you want to consider different features that would be ideal for your headphone use. Take into account when and where you’ll be using them, as well as price; often times extra features, means more money.

• Noise cancelling: Noise cancelling: noise cancelling headphones work by sampling the noise around you and playing an inverted version of that sound in your ears, effectively cancelling out the surrounding noise. This is particularly beneficial when you’re in heavily populated areas, such as the subway, as it helps block out ambient sounds, allowing for a more peaceful listening experience.
• Wireless: For active music listeners, wireless headphones are ideal. These usually utilize Bluetooth technology, and allow you to avoid tangled or bouncing wires. Unfortunately, these require frequent charging, which can be a pain if you need headphones in a pinch.

Choosing the right headphones is much more involved than picking up the first pair you see. If you’re using them on a daily basis you want to be sure to consider comfort and style, as well as pricing. And, don’t forget to try them on before buying to ensure you’re happy with the fit.