Donna Biroczky

So I guess it’s time to frame this beauty? I’m so sad about today’s news. I still love Disney. Always will. I’ll be here when they’re able to reopen safely again for Disney fans everywhere. #disney #disneyland #disneypassholder #disneypass #disneylandpass #apholders #apholders #disneyparks #disneylandcalifornia #disneylandresort #disneynews

Oh, aye, Sassenach....we canna tell you how excited we are that this arrived today. It was a long trip from Scotland but worth all the wait. @sassenachspirits #sassenachwhisky #sassenach @samheughan #sassenachspirits #whisky #outlander #outlanderobsessed #outlanderstarz #outlanderfans #scotland #scottishwhisky #outlanderfans #outlanderseries #meninkilts #whiskydrinker #thesassenach #blendedwhisky

Ready to get up-close and personal with some dinosaurs, right here in Southern California? Tickets are available now for Jurassic Quest, a socially-distanced drive-thru experience with more than 70 dinosaurs to see from the safety of your vehicle…where you’ll avoid the swinging tail of the 80-foot-long Spinosaurus! It’s the nation’s largest touring and interactive dinosaur exhibit, where the moving and life-like dinosaurs, including a 50-foot Megalodon are displayed in realistic scenes, complete with audible roars and sounds. For $49 per car (with up to 8 occupants), you’ll all get the simultaneous audio tour (available in either English or Spanish) during your hour-long ride back in time. Tours also include one group photo (in your vehicle) with a dinosaur backdrop and an opportunities to visit with a baby dinosaur and dinosaur trainers! The schedule below includes four centralized locations through SoCal, making it an easy field trip for anyone. Purchase tickets online at www.jurassicquest.com! Del Mar Fairgrounds near San Diego: Jan. 1-10 Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena: Jan. 15-31 OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa: Feb. 5-14 Fairplex in Pomona: Feb. 19-28. #jurassicquestpartner @jurassicquest #jurassicquest #jurassicquesttour #jurassic #dinosaurs #dinosaurtour #socal #southernCalifornia #pomona #delmarfairgrounds #pomonafairplex #costamesa #rosebowl #rosebowlstadium #pasadena #sandiego #delmarsandiego #welcometojurassicpark

As a person who cannot eat red meat, I've found myself so badly missing some of my favorite foods, especially a good taco salad. Now I don't have to miss out anymore, thanks to the new Impossible™ Meat foods available at Rubio's! Impossible Meat is made from plants, so you can eat less real meat but still get a delicious protein substitute while eating out! It's available in place of the chicken or steak in Rubio's entrees, or in the three below new additions to the menu as of January 6. Impossible™ Taco Salad: Impossible seasoned ground meat made from plants, romaine lettuce, black beans, roasted corn, salsa fresca, tortilla strips, sliced Haas avocado and signature pickled jalapeno ranch dressing. Impossible™ Burrito Especial: Impossible seasoned ground meat made from plants, handmade guacamole, chipotle white sauce, roasted chipotle salsa, citrus rice, black beans and salsa fresca in a warm flour tortilla. Served with tortilla chips. Impossible™ California Bowl: Impossible seasoned ground meat made from plants, citrus rice, handmade guacamole, black beans, crisp romaine lettuce, salsa fresca, chipotle white sauce with your choice of salsa verde or roasted chipotle salsa. The Impossible™ seasoned meat has all the protein of 80/20 ground beef but no hormones or antibiotics and it's gluten-free. Seasoned with the same Rubio's signature blend of Mexican spices you're used to, it's delicious! We're huge fans of Rubio's, usually going to our Ontario Mills or Rancho Cucamonga locations, and now we have more reasons to visit because we know everyone in our family will find something they like! So glad to continue to visit and support a restaurant that meets all our dietary needs while always expanding and keeping their menu innovative and healthy! #RubiosPartner #RubiosXImpossible #ImpossibleFoods @RubiosCoastalGrill @MintPublicity #mexicanfood #impossiblemeat #burrito #food

When you finally get a group photo of all the kids in one room but two get cut out and you look like a creeper, you still post it. Life’s short and we don’t get enough time with our loved ones. Take the silly pictures and share them, proudly, no matter how weird they are. This is my crazy family finally together and celebrating a birthday. Mama Bear will do anything for this group. #family #birthday #birthdaygirl #familyphoto #familyphotos #familytime #birthdaycelebration

When I was a kid, I was a nerd. I read anything I could get my hands on, and one day, it was a copy of The Old Farmer’s Almanac. I was hooked. I knew when the sun would set, when the moon would rise and when to plant what in my tiny garden of castoff seeds I’d find in my mom’s garden. I found an early interest in astrology and loved keeping track of full moons, holidays, tide patterns and more. Fast-forward to me being an adult and I still love this book. It comes out yearly and is just as much fun now as it was when I was eight. The accompanying website features snow prediction tools, zodiac profiles, word of the day and so many other things a fledgling gardener or suburban homesteader wannabe can use. I also received a copy of the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook, providing step-by-step advice for vegetable growing success, full of photos for your easy reference. Not sure what to plant when? And where? This book will answer all of your questions for only $15.95. (And the almanac itself is a steal at $16.95.) Let your inner nerd flag fly high — grab this book and settle in for a read. Then let me know what you think! At the very least, you will have a lot of good conversation starters and you’ll be a great candidate for Jeopardy! #theoldfarmersalmanacpartner @theoldfarmersalmanac #oldfarmersalmanac #oldfarmers #almanac #vegetablegarden #theoldfarmersalmanac #vegetablegardening #vegetablegardens #gardener #gardening #gardenersofinstagram #gardenersofig #gardenerslife #readbooks #gardeningbooks

I’ve been watching Hallmark Channel Christmas movies forever now, and this year, I’m doing it in style....thank you to the Hallmark Channel for sending me this #countdowntochristmas box of goodies! I enjoyed so many of their movies this year. When we most needed lighthearted, feel-good entertainment, they delivered. For a couple of hours at a time, we were transported to a welcoming small town, drenched in Christmas decorations, where COVID and lockdown didn’t exist. The snow, the cookies, the festivals! I’ve worn these socks, so thick they are almost slippers, while cuddling on my sofa drinking cocoa by the tree, made prettier with the ornament they also sent. Next up? Puzzle time. Rain is on its way and that’s a great way to spend the afternoon. Thank you, Hallmark, for the fun Twitter contests and all the escapism! My favorite this year was The Christmas Waltz! @hallmarkchannel @hallmark #hallmark #hallmarkchristmas #hallmarkmovies #hallmarkchristmasmovies #hallmarkornaments #hallmarkchannel #hallmarkies #hallmarkmovie #hallmarklife #christmasornaments #christmaspuzzle #puzzles #christmascontest #christmastowel #christmassocks2020 #christmassocks

Christmas in SoCal this year meant no family photos. No group activities. Watching Christmas Vacation in the backyard, scattered far apart. It wasn’t what we wanted, but it was making the best of things. Not being able to hug a few of your kids because they have COVID breaks your heart. I’m thankful for a husband who gets creative and seven kids who all come together for each other. I could not be prouder of how we all still made Christmas happen in 2020. Thanks to everyone who checked in on the kids. As Stephen says often, Mama Bear is my number one job. We wish everyone a happy final week of this weird year. I got amazing news a few days ago and 2021 promises to be much better. I hope the same for everyone! Cheers, with whatever beverage you choose to celebrate with! #christmas #christmas2020 #covidchristmas #family #mamabear #2020christmas #familychristmas #wine #redwine #zinfandel @tobinjamescellars

Not a professional photo, but a spontaneous photo off the balcony with a Nikon D750 long lens. I have much to learn about shooting at the night sky but I was just glad I could take a picture that shows the two planets. I know it’s called the conjunction but I like calling it the Christmas star! #conjunction #theconjunction #astronomy #astronomylover #onceinalifetime #thechristmasstar #christmasstar #saturn #jupiter #planets #nightphotography #planetphoto #planetphotography #nightsky #nightskyphotography #aftersunset #aftersunsetphotography #amateurphotography #twoplanets #southerncalifornia #inlandempire #ie

What’s cuter than a puppy in a sweater?? A puppy in a sweater under a Christmas tree! Shuri is a Golden Collie mix, so she doesn’t get cold easily, but there are days here, even in Southern California, that get chilly. We take walks daily and now I know that on the coldest of days, she will be warm…and she’ll look pretty cute, thanks to Muttropolis! Muttropolis has everything from these sweaters to toys to snacks to beds, jackets, leashes and more. It’s not too late to get your fur baby some fun surprises or things you need without having to leave the house, and there’s SO MUCH to choose from. Order online now and use code SIGNUP20 to save 20% off of your first order! Happy holidays to you and your pups! #sponsored @Muttropolis #affiliatead #affiliatesales #muttropolis #moreontheblog #goldencollie #goldenmix #dogfashion #dogsweater #puppyfashion #puppysweater #dogsweater #animalprintsweater #animalprint #dogsofinstagram #goldensofinstagram #christmasdog #christmaspuppy #dogunderatree #christmastree #christmasgift #christmaspresent #caninefashion #caninestyle

Wine by the Christmas tree? Yes, please. This red Rhône wine, Cotes-du-Rhone, is a 2018 blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah with aromas of berries, black pepper and violet. From Chateau du Trignon, we enjoyed this fruit-forward, slightly spicy bottle along with the cliche cheese and crackers but it would pair well with bbq and heartier options as well. At less than $20, it’s affordable but comes off like a more expensive bottle with its full-bodied finish. I contemplated saving it for Christmas Eve, to enjoy as we wrap gifts fast and furiously, but am glad we caved and enjoyed it now... so I have time to buy more and enjoy it again! Thanks to David Mulligan Selections, importer of French wine, for sending this to me to taste! @dmswine #chateaudutrignon #redwine #winery #frenchwines #frenchwine #wines #wine #winetasting #frenchredwine #rhone #grenache #syrah #mourvedre #rhonevalley #rhonewine #rhonevalleyregion #redwinetasting #winewriter