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Coco Granado Design: Facebook Page Tumblers. No, we're not talking about the sessy website, we're talking about personalized, awesome cups that are made with love and look awesome; Even at 3am when you wake up realizing your television didn't turn off, and when you turn it off you have a glowing light staring you in the face making you wonder if there's an alien in your bedroom. (True story.)  Coco Granado Design is a local to Texoma, self-made business by an awesome woman that I have had an honor of now getting to call a dear friend. We met at a local karate academy, and she was so down to earth that I loved talking to her. When she began her business, I HAD   to become an ambassador and showcase her talents because she does an amazing work not only with tumblers but with multiple other things as well!

Ready to get Medieval for the holidays? Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament is offering Extended Black Friday savings now until December 8 th ! Don your crown and enter into the majesty of Queen Isabella’s 11 th  century castle. Experience the feats of our breathtaking pure bred Andalusian Stallions and flight of the royal Falcon. Enjoy a delectable four-course feast as you cheer on one of six knights in an authentic 2-hour medieval tournament. *All just $37.95 for Adults and $30.95 for kids 12 and under. Use coupon code  BFBLOG373  at checkout. Make your reservation at  www.medievaltimes.com  or by calling 1-888-WE-JOUST. *Must mention or enter code BFBLOG373 at time of purchase. Limited use of 8 people per reservation. May not be combined with any other offer or group rate. Tax, gratuity and applicable fees are additional. Upgrades are additional. Not valid on prior purchases or for the late NYE show. Valid for Dallas location only. Va...

Enchanted Fairies: Official Website Enchanted Fairies: Official Facebook Enchanted Fairies is an official donor & contributor to  Kidd's Kids . An organization started by the late DJ Kidd Kraddick of Dallas, Texas to help make a difference in the lives of special needs children! "Keep looking up, because that's where it all is..." - Kidd Kraddick An amazing part of our Princess Guide! In April of 2016, I was lucky enough to get to review an experience at Enchanted Fairies. I remember driving there with my sweet little girl, yelling at cars to get out of the way as we were hitting traffic at every turn. This time, I brought my husband so he could see the amazing experience and we left so early, no traffic except for a very small moment. We still parked, and ran straight to Enchanted Fairies excited! (Exterior of Enchanted Fairies inside Willow Bend Mall in Plano, TX)

Experience The Excitement of Medieval Times this Spring Break.  A Four-course feast awaits as you watch the pageantry and thrills of an authentic medieval tournament come to life inside the walls of the Queen’s 11th Century Style Castle.  Six armor-clad Knights of the realm compete in thrilling games on horseback as the pageant unfolds and cheers of the Queen’s noble guests fill the arena.  Skill and strength are measured in the combat.  Discover which of the Knights shall become champion. Includes: -A hearty four-course meal prepared by Her Majesty’s master chefs -Two hours of action packed live entertainment -Complimentary Parking ADULTS $38.95! KIDS AND STUDENTS $30.95! Must mention or enter code   BLOG383   at time of purchase. Not valid with other discounts, offers or group rates. Restrictions may apply. Valid thru 4/30/19. Make your reservations by calling 1-888-935-6878 or visit   medievaltimes.com JUNIOR KNIGH...

Medieval Times: Official Website Medieval Times Dallas: Official Facebook (Photo Credits to Tish Birt and The Review Ballerina) Our family has been very lucky in being able to enjoy Medieval Times in Dallas quite a bit. We have loved every moment and so this time, we decided to treat a few friends who had never been. The best part was allowing them to see the new show which we had only seen once before and unfortunately I was distracted that night so I didn't get to truly experience it. So this time, we got to enjoy together!

Moviehouse & Eatery: Official Website Moviehouse & Eatery: Official Facebook Going to the movies has been a past time of families for many generations. From drive-ins to stadium seating, the experience going as a family to the movies has changed over time but is still just as thrilling as it has always been. Moviehouse & Eatery allows a classy form of going to the movies while still allowing the family experience with reclining leather seats, fantastic food and most of all, great movies on perfect screens!

State Fair of Texas: Official Website State Fair of Texas: Official Facebook The State Fair of Texas is known Nationally as being one of the largest fairs in the US. It is also known for having some of the most unique fried foods and treats to eat while enjoying games, rides, shows, and more. I was excited to get to take my daughter back to the Fair as two years ago she was just too young to really get to enjoy it, and she didn't even remember going the first time.

Dallas Zoo: Official Website Dallas Zoo: Official Facebook Last year, we had an amazing opportunity to come to the Dallas Zoo and review the wonderful animals and location. Unfortunately, the monorail was not back up and running when we went but this year, we got the great chance to ride it and enjoy the zoo once again!

Preston Trail Farms: Official Website Preston Trail Farms: Official Facebook Every year I adore taking my daughter to a pumpkin patch. Out in Arlington I had some choices in the area but I was really excited when we moved to Sherman. Reason being? Sherman is very rural compared to Arlington, but not as rural as the surrounding areas! Finding the farm was extremely easy, and when we got there it wasn't very busy (or so we thought). 

Enchanted Fairies: Official Website Enchanted Fairies: Official Facebook Official Donor & Contributor to  Kidd's Kids . An organization started by the late DJ Kidd Kraddick of Dallas, Texas to help make a difference in the lives of special needs children! Two weeks ago, I was given the incredible opportunity to review Enchanted Fairies in Plano, Texas. I was able to talk about the experience my daughter had and talk about how incredible everyone was in making my daughter's time there so wonderful. One day shy of two weeks and I received an e-mail on Facebook with our online formatted pictures! I became that proud, teary-eyed Mommy staring at her beautiful little girl in total shock and awe. The magic that was added and all the special effects were so beautiful. One thing I adored was how they made sure that each picture was so unique. You would've thought she did an hour with different back drops, props, and more. The beauti...

Enchanted Fairies: Official Website Enchanted Fairies: Official Facebook Official Donor & Contributor to Kidd's Kids . An organization started by the late DJ Kidd Kraddick of Dallas, Texas to help make a difference in the lives of special needs children! Every parent believes that their little girl is a Princess, and their little boy a Prince. Enchanted Fairies gives you the opportunity to get to see your child in such a beautiful light with magic and wonder mixed in. The opportunity to do a review for Enchanted Fairies was a dream come true for me, and after braving traffic for over an hour I was able to finally get us there! Standing inside Enchanted Fairies, Willow Bend Mall, Plano, Texas Coming into Enchanted Fairies you felt you were stepping into a whole new world. It is so beautifully decorated with beautiful images of their past models. The large fireplace was gorgeous, and they have crystal beading on so much that is accented by soft light. Whe...

Prairie Lights: Official Website Prairie Lights; Official Facebook Every year at Christmas time, we love to go looking at Christmas lights. Out in Plano there's a few neighborhoods called "Deerfield" that are large, almost mansion style homes. They hire people to go all out on their houses making every single house sparkle and shine. But, I live in Arlington. To go out at night with a four year old and brave the traffic of Deerfield (45 minutes from home) and then drive back can be a nightmare. Prairie Lights is located in Grand Prairie off of Joe Pool Lake, and it was AMAZING!! I cannot wait for you all to read this review!

The Trains at North Park: Official Website The Trains at North Park: Official Facebook The Christmas Season is always one of the most "wonderful times of the year"...according to the great Christmas song. With beautiful attractions all over Dallas/Ft. Worth, you can't stay as grumpy as the grinch or as snobby as Scrooge. The Trains at North Park is a cute exhibit that benefits children through the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas and we were lucky enough to be able to go and review it!

The Trains at North Park: Official Website You know that as a child you loved the idea of the Polar Express and Christmas Trains. How about visiting Dallas's very own Trains at North Park? I'm giving away Five (5) Family 4-Packs of Tickets (Two adults and two children) to visit the Trains at North Park! Rules & Regulations: Only Dallas/Ft. Worth residents or those who will be visiting Dallas/Ft. Worth within December may enter.  To enter, just go below and enter, that simple! The winner will be announced on 12/11/15 on  The Review Ballerina on Facebook    as well as the  Giveaway Winner Page  so make sure to have that page liked and keep an eye out! Winners will have until December 20th from announcement to claim their prize otherwise another winner will be picked! Good luck everyone!! Family Pack of Tickets to the Trains at North Park! #giveaway #trainsatnorthpark Elizabeth is a work at home Mother of a sweet and beautiful...

Prairie Lights: On Facebook If you're like me, I want to do anything possible at Christmas time with my family just to always feel the Christmas cheer. I'm lucky enough to have Two (2) Car passes for Prairie Lights in Grand Prairie! These passes are only available for use Monday-Thursday and does not include the laser light show. Are you excited? So am I! Rules & Regulations: Only Dallas/Ft. Worth residents or those who will be visiting Dallas/Ft. Worth within December may enter.  To enter, just go below and enter, that simple! The winner will be announced on 12/10/15 on  The Review Ballerina on Facebook    as well as the  Giveaway Winner Page  so make sure to have that page liked and keep an eye out! Winner will have until December 20th from announcement to claim their prize otherwise another winner will be picked! Good luck everyone!! Car Pass to Grand Prairie Lights! #giveaway #prairielights Elizabeth is a work at home Mot...

Lauryn Smith Photography: On Facebook My husband and I got married in 2008, and we'd been together since the year before that. Unfortunately we have never had professional pictures done of each other and we have very few wedding pictures as well. So when Lauryn Smith agreed to a photo session in exchange for a review I was extremely over the top excited. This past Tuesday we were able to meet at River Legacy Park in Arlington and the experience was fantastic.

Dallas Zoo: Official Website Dallas Zoo: Official Facebook The Dallas Zoo has been open in it's current location since 1912 and has become one of the best locations in DFW for families to visit. With it's large pathways, multiple animal exhibits and great employees we finally had a great family outing at the Dallas Zoo. 

Amazing Jakes Plano: Official Website Amazing Jakes Plano: Official Facebook **THIS LOCATION HAS CLOSED** Sometimes the best opportunities for reviews come at the best of times. My daughter was having her fourth birthday party and we wanted it to be at Amazing Jake's. I'd already contacted them about possibly doing a review of their location, and they were wonderful enough to let me review their location for her party! Everything was fantastic and now for the details:

ALL SEATS $35 With $5 Going Back to Susan G. Komen $5 of every ticket purchased via  www.medievaltimes.com/ komendallas   will be donated to Susan G. Komen Dallas®. This $35 offer is valid for any  Sunday  through  Thursday  show thru  December 31th, 2015 . Tickets must be purchased by  December 31, 2015 . Offer only valid online. Experience The Excitement of Medieval Times this Fall Break.  A Four-course feast awaits as you watch the pageantry and thrills of an authentic medieval tournament come to life inside the walls of the King’s 11th Century Style Castle.  Six armor-clad Knights of the realm compete in thrilling games on horseback as the pageant unfolds and cheers of the King’s noble guests fill the arena.  Skill and strength are measured in the combat.  Discover which of the Knights shall become champion. Includes: -A hearty four-course meal prepared by His Majesty’s master chefs -Two hours of acti...

My daughter is a member of the First Presbyterian Preschool here in Arlington, Texas. In just the few short months she has been there she has grown considerably and you can tell they care about the children both during and after school. They have some after school activities for children that you could join even if your child is not a member of the preschool. One is TOT Basketball which teaches children basic dribbling skills, academic concepts, and they even get to attend a half time performance at local game! Weekly TOT classes are held at First Presbyterian Preschool , and contact information is below! - Wednesdays from  2:45 - 3:30 PM !! - Tuition $40/ Month - Registration $30 (one-time fee) - Register before  Friday, Sept. 11  and receive $10 off first month's tuition! - Register at:   www.teamsoftomorrow.com/ TOTArlingtonFtWorth !                               ...