Are you looking to upgrade your inflatable game? FUNBOY is here to take your summer to the next level.
Last year’s Cabana Dayclub was a huge hit, selling out in four days and amassing a 10,000 person waitlist. Now FUNBOY is bringing the coveted float back in 2021 and it’s been re-engineered for even more fun!
This year’s floating cabana measures almost 10 feet long and seven feet wide and is made with thicker materials, improved backrests and stronger seams. It come with a premium mesh carry bag, which makes transporting a breeze.
Made for four people, the Dayclub comes with dual mesh foot baths, center storage compartment, a water entry pad, side grab ropes, eight handles and a tether rope. The FUNBOY Cabana Dayclub is only available on funboy.com for $399. Don’t wait to snag this epic float, it’s bound to sell out like last year!
Editor’s note: Please remember to follow social distancing guidelines, wear masks and ensure you’re abiding by local orders when traveling. Stay safe and be responsible!
If you’re planning a trip to a galaxy far, far away, Airbnb has the perfect place for you to stay in Orlando, Florida.
Twelve Parsecs is a 9-bedroom house located just 15 minutes away from Disney World, making it the perfect place for a family of Jedi warriors to rest their heads while visiting Galaxy’s Edge.
With 17 beds and 5 bathrooms, this house can easily accommodate your entire family on your next Disney World vacation. The home features some incredible details that will have you feeling like you’ve left the real world behind and stepped right into a Star Wars movie.
The rooms are decked out in handpainted murals and one-of-a-kind, handcrafted beds. You can sleep on a floating cloud in Cloud City or spend the night in the swamps of Dagobah. Even the hallways are designed to resemble the fastest ship in the galaxy.
The home includes a heated pool and resort amenities at the Champions Gate Oasis resort that include a water park, two golf courses, splash pad, game room, theater and more. The hosts have also left behind 16 Star Wars Easter eggs for guests to find.
“Two drowning people can’t save each other, remember?” I say as my teen’s thumbs tap across their phone on the couch across from me.
It’s 10:35 p.m. and a friend with similar mental health struggles posted something dark in their stories again. It’s a regular occurrence—but not always the same friend on the other end. A struggling teen reaches out to mine because they understand each other’s dark thoughts. My child hurts for them because they know the mental pain first hand and can’t rest until they’ve talked their friend back into a safe zone.
It’s a hard line to balance on. On one hand they can’t abandon their desperate friend, but on the other hand, it adds stress to an already stressed-out brain.
I often repeat my drowning scenario as a reminder to be careful.
Life is a lake in my scenario and we all experience it differently. You’ll see the competitive swimmers with purpose to every stroke and the relaxed ones floating as they soak up the sun. Look a little harder and you’ll see some weathering storms and gasping for air as they wait for it to pass and still others use a personal floatation device (PFD) to make sure they get where they need without going under.
Then there are the ones silently treading water and struggling for air. All their strength is used to keep from drowning. They don’t feel the sun. They don’t seem to be getting anywhere. However, they notice other people in the same predicament…and they latch on to each other.
Sound dangerous? It is, but it’s easier to reach out to someone who obviously understands you. You don’t reach out to someone who tells you to try harder. Their advice is useless.
What my teen needs is a life-saving device like a PFD. Maybe it’s made of counsellor appointments, doctor visits, medications, healthier eating, etc. Maybe part of it is a supportive family and safe places to talk. Whatever it’s made of, it’s slow to put together and hard to put on at first as it’s made of many components working together.
What our teens need is a hero.
Someone that made it through. Someone that conquered those inner voices or learned to control and manage them so they could go on to fulfill their dreams. Someone who knows what it feels like to fight for air, but is not currently in that state.
Our struggling teens don’t look at someone floating leisurely in the sun or swimming hard to pursue their goal and feel inspired to try. No, they think “I can’t do that.”
What they need is someone who was struggling to keep their head above water, but grew stronger and now swims with confidence. Our youth need to hear how people around them once wondered if they would ever make it.
They need to know that the people they think have it all together, used to fight for survival.
They need heroes in mental health. They need to hear if you fought with depression every day or anxiety kept you from functioning some weeks. They need to know that there are mental health heroes all around them.
They need you to swim up beside them and help them put that PFD on.
You can start by saying “I was drowning once too.”
Mattel has been busy! The company just announced some uber exciting news for The Mandalorian fans.
Partnering with ProjectArt, the duo will donate an ultra-rare “Star Wars The Mandalorian The Child in Floating Hover Pram” during a one-week eBay auction. The piece will not be available as a retail item, and proceeds will benefit ProjectArt, an out-of-school and residency program for artists and underserved K-12 students that provides innovative approaches to teaching and learning through the visual arts in partnership with public libraries.
Star Wars - The Mandalorian The Child™ - in Floating Hover Pram
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The rare "The Child in Floating Hover Pram" item features a pram that spins and actually levitates 2.5” off its base and a plush inspired by the Child.
You can head to eBay from now until Fri. Mar. 5 at 9:00 a.m. PT to place your bid, but be sure to bring your checkbook. At the time of publication, the piece is already over $7,000!
Mattel has also announced an all-new “Star Wars The Mandalorian The Child Collector Edition Plush with Hover Pram” that will be available only on Mattel Creations.
Star Wars The Mandalorian The Child Collector Edition Plush with Hover Pram
Mattel Creations' "The Child Collector Edition Plush" comes with accessories inspired by The Mandalorian, including a control knob and Chowder Squid. The Plush comes with protective Hover Pram that features motorized doors that open and close and an adjustable stand.
Star Wars™ x Barbie® Inspired Dolls
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Mattel Creations will also open sales on very limited quantity sets containing three previously released Star Wars™ x Barbie® inspired dollsin collector packaging, with each set signed by legendary Barbie designer, Robert Best.
You can shop both the new collector edition plush and Star Wars x Barbie sets starting Fri, Mar. 5 at 9:00 a.m. PT through Friday, March 12 at 9:00 a.m. PT at MattelCreations.com.
It’s not every year that you parent during a pandemic. While some moments you’re eager to forget (like your baby’s epic up-the-back blowout during your latest Zoom call), other moments you want to bottle up and remember forever. Leave it to Artifact Uprising to memorialize the sweet, sour and unforgettable parenting moments of 2020.
From eye-catching woodblock prints to layflat photo albums to send to Grandma, Artifact Uprising has a photo book and gift for every occasion. We’re huge fans of their high quality items that make personalised photo gifting—whether to a relative or yourself—easy peasy. Scroll down for our top picks.
We know you can make those Reese’s disappear, but can you make them magically reappear before your family’s eyes? To celebrate the spooky season, Breyers ice cream and Reese’s have teamed up to up-level a delicious Halloween treat. Now you can enjoy your favorite Halloween candy in a new way with Breyers Reese’s Peanut Butter Frozen Dairy Dessert and the chance to win a magical kit complete with a floating cauldron.
Perfect for enjoying Halloween at home, this kit includes:
A food-safe floating cauldron
Wand to show off magic skills for photo opps
Breyers Reese’s Frozen Dairy Dessert
Fans can enter for a chance to win a free kit by:
Following @Breyers on Instagram
Commenting on the @Breyers Instagram contest post – to go live next week – tagging two (2) others with whom they wish they could enjoy Breyers Reese’s this spooky season using #BreyersMagicalDelivery
Limited quantities available. Check out the official rules and regulations here.
Katy Perry has given birth to a baby girl named Daisy Dove Bloom. The singer and partner Orlando Bloom confirmed the birth on Instagram on Thursday. Both shared a post by charity Unicef, of which the couple are ambassadors, confirming the arrival of their daughter along with a black and white photograph of the cuple holding their child’s hand. Perry’s nail has a sweet Daisy painted on it in honor of her new daughter.
The post was captioned, “Welcome to the world, Daisy Dove Bloom! We are honoured to introduce Goodwill Ambassadors @KatyPerry and @OrlandoBloom’s new bundle of joy,”
“‘We are floating with love and wonder from the safe and healthy arrival of our daughter,’ Katy and Orlando told us.”
The post continued with a message from the couple, “But we know we’re the lucky ones and not everyone can have a birthing experience as peaceful as ours was. Communities around the world are still experiencing a shortage of healthcare workers and every eleven seconds a pregnant woman or newborn dies, mostly from preventable causes. Since COVID-19 many more newborn lives are at risk because of the increased lack of access to water, soap, vaccines and medicines that prevent diseases. As parents to a newborn, this breaks our hearts, as we empathize with struggling parents now more than ever. As UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors, we know UNICEF is there, on the ground, doing whatever it takes to make sure every expecting mother has access to a trained health worker and access to quality healthcare. In celebration of the heart we know our daughter already has, we have set up a donation page to celebrate DDB’s arrival. By supporting them, you are supporting a safe start to life and reimagining a healthier world for every child. We hope your ♥️ can bloom with generosity.”⠀
The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Dogs for Joy Program has granted 15 full-time pediatric service dogs to over a dozen children’s hospitals across the country. These dogs, known as in-residence dogs, are full-time employees of the hospital who come to work every day like their human counterparts and serve as a critical part of a child’s treatment team. Three pediatric hospitals will receive their service dogs this month.
These highly specialized dogs help ease anxiety and reduce stress for young patients and their families. Each of these amazing dogs are trained to do incredible tasks, like keep kids calm during medical procedures, teach kids how to take a pill, or model how to put on a hospital gown.
Bob is a two-year-old Golden Doodle joining the ranks at the Floating Hospital for Children, the full-service pediatric hospital of Tufts Medical Center in Boston. Bob is from Canine Assistants. His favorite toys are the new Dunkin’ + BARK Munchkins donut hole treats dog toy and his stuffed bumble bee toy. His favorite activities are playing catch and receiving belly rubs. Bob’s best quality is that he brings joy to every person he meets, just by walking into a room.
Litta, short for Melitta, is the newest service dog to join The Children’s Hospital at OU Medicine’s staff in Oklahoma City. She is a two-year-old Chocolate Labrador Retriever from Canine Assistants. Litta, who also goes by Litta Love or Litta Lu, loves to cuddle with patients, family members, and staff. Her favorite toy is a pink stuffed dinosaur, and her best quality is being brave.
Dilly has joined the staff of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia from Susquehanna Service Dogs (SSD). He is a two-year-old Yellow Labrador Retriever who loves snuggling. His favorite toys are his stuffed puppy and treat puzzle. He is a goofball who loves to munch on the hospital ice chips. Dilly’s best quality is his patience.
Staying at home for months on end has had us all online, and shopping online, a lot more. Our Portland Editor Annette Benedetti feels us. A full-time, working mom with three kids, we asked Annette for her top 12 products that have gotten her through the pandemic, the summer, and beyond. Read on to hear more from Annette.
With three kid ages 10, 15 and 18 (yes, she’s still a kid), and a full time, at-home work load, the last handful of months have forced me to get creative with my home life. Turning our backyard into an entertainment area, gearing up for lots of camping time and keeping our in-home entertainment system on point has made all of the difference. I know Portlanders love to support one another so I’m giving you the scoop on the things that have been most helpful for my family. Scroll through to find my favorite backyard toys, camping gear, indoor entertainment and office items and more. I hope it gives you the inspo you need to get through another week!
Inflatable Unicorn Pool Float with Glitters
Having a pool in our back yard certainly helps keeping the kids entertained, but a pool isn't enough. They need floaties and toys to keep them entertained for hours (yes, even at 18). This fun inflatable is Portlandy, hip and super fun for kids of all ages. Who doesn't want to ride unicorn?
Floating is fun, but you gotta keep your kids active. Stick this in your backyard pool and your kids will enjoy playing Volleyball while staying cool all day long.
Getting the kids outside is the best way to keep our household sane, and protecting their skin from the sun is always top-of-mind. We order multiple bottles of Sun Bum Sunscreen at a time. It's mineral-based, SPF 50, and fast and easy to apply.
This sun shelter tent is one of my favorite pieces of outdoor equipment. It comes in handy whether we are relaxing at a park, hanging out on one of our local beaches, or having a picnic in our front yard. It's easy to put together and keep mom and dad sheltered from the elements while they watch their kiddos play.
There's nothing like enjoying a glass of sparkling wine while kicking back in the sun and watching the kids laugh and play. These no-shatter tumblers are insulated and minimize splashing and spilling. Ok, so you can use them for coffee too. They keep hot drinks hot, and cold drinks cold. Cheers!
The kids home full-time means lots of active outside time and tons of tiny accidents. From tumbles off bikes to splinters in toes, I can't express how important having a fully stocked First Aid Kit at home has been. This 100-piece set has everything you need and more, which means fewer trips to the store.
I'm a busy momma who needs silence to work well. These headphones were the answer to my kids' digital time whoas. Now they can sit right next to me while I work and watch shows on their devices, and I don't hear a thing.
Are you even a real Portland mom if you don't have one of these? Home office's don't have to be dull. Oh...yeah, they work for you kids' new school desk setup too. It never hurts to brighten things up with some color.
If you’re having way too much fun during a rousing game of cards to cool off in the pool, now you can do both! The Swimline Game Station Set is a must for your summer soiree.
The inflatable comes with two inflatable swing seats with drink holders, game table and waterproof cards for fabulous fun. There’s even an option to attach the table to the chairs, for steady float fun!
The included waterproof cards are a standard set, and the game table top is made from the same inflatable material that pulls tight when everything is blown up. You can snag your own set on Amazon for $49.98. There’s also a floating blackjack table for $32.99 and a magnetic multi-game set for $59.99.
