Young At Heart Mommy

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Make Every Night A Family Game Night!

There’s a lot going on during the week and even more on the weekends. I always feel like there is something to do, big or small. Whether it’s running errands or doing 3 loads of laundry, my hands are always full. To avoid pulling my hair our completely, I have found a relaxing way to wind down and enjoy time with my family. Game night! Everyone in my family enjoys exercising their minds and intellectual skills with a good board game. We play new games, old games, strange games, and games that just don’t make much sense at all! Games like Monopoly have developed into different versions and styles several times over the years. There is even an electronic banking edition. If that’s not evolution of a board game then I am not sure what it is. I’m curious to see what they come up with next…

Can you believe that over the past 9 years board game sales have more than doubled? I can’t say I am too surprised. When I walk into any toy section I notice that what once was a small wall of 20-30 games has now expanded to what seems an endless selection for all ages and interests. These games include those that are educational, strategic, competitive, complicated, trivia oriented, and my favorite- multiplayer! What fun is a game if you can’t play with more than one person? I love gathering around the table with friends or family to enjoy hours of game play, popcorn included of course. Take a look at the long and very interesting history of “board games” and where they originated. You may be surprised! Check the info-graphic below for additional information.

There are many games from my childhood that bring back the fond memories of friendly competition and endless laughs. Almost all of them come from my favorite brand, Hasbro. Hasbro has been making board games for years now. A few of their most popular games are Twister, Sorry, Operation, Monopoly, & Trouble. These are all classics that I grew up with and still own to this day. I think every family game night should include at least one of these. Incorporating board games into your traditions is a great way to get the family together and unwind from a busy week. The whole purpose of game night is to have fun so make sure to choose a game that everyone can enjoy together. Once you develop your own collection of board games, you will have an active arsenal for rainy day blues and boredom!

What board games, new or old, do you enjoy playing with your family?

BEJEWELED Frenzy Game Review + GIVEAWAY! #HasbroGameNight

Family Game Night is a routine and tradition that many families have acquired over the years. It’s a time for playing, laughing, and enjoying each others company as we compete for the title of “winner!” While every family has a different version of game night, there is one name that is present and popular for all of us. Hasbro is the creator and perfectionist of some of the most popular board games in the world. Growing up with Monopoly, Trouble, and Sorry… I couldn’t imagine my childhood with Hasbro in it! Could you?

Hasbro has stepped it up a notch and recently released BEJEWELED Frenzy. This interactive card game has brought the digital world of BEJEWELED to life. Similar to the online version, the object of the game is to collapse matching cards by collecting identical gems. There are also boost gems that allow you to earn bonus points. The player with the highest stack wins! It is a competitive game that will challenge you and keep you coming back for more. This game is appropriate for children ages 8+ and 2-4 players can play at a time. If you are looking for something new to play during your next Family Game Night, look no further! BEJEWELED Frenzy will entertain children and adults of all ages. 

This board game also includes a digital value for both parents and children. With permission, your child can go online and redeem 4 additional rare digital game gems. You are responsible for any fees but the extra gems are optional and not necessary for game play. This game is a fun alternative to the digital entertainment Bejeweled offers online. As a full blown Bejeweled Blitz addict, I almost lost it when I saw they were releasing the board game version of the popular online game I often play through Facebook. I even have the application on my phone! It’s one of those games you just cannot stop playing and when you do, you are still thinking of strategies to achieve the greatest score possible. You can play BEJEWELED Frenzy with your whole family on game night or even pack it up on the go for travel. The slim plastic casing keeps the pieces organized and in place. There is nothing worse than losing the pieces to one of your favorite games! Thanks to Hasbro, you won’t have to worry about misplacing any gems or cards this time around. 

BEJEWELED Frenzy

Age: 8+; Players: 2-4; Available: Spring 2013; Approximate Retail Price: $14.99

“It’s a sparkly flurry of a card game as kids race to match gems and build the largest stack of cards in Hasbro’s BEJEWELED Frenzy game. Kids will love competing with their friends to collapse their stack, collect Boost Gems and score the most points to win! The game comes with a link to redeem four Rare Gems to be used in the Bejeweled Blitz online game. Mobile device not included. To access the digital features, you must be 13 years or older and have a valid Facebook account. Additional terms and conditions apply to digital features offer.”


If you would like the chance to win a BEJEWELED Frenzy game of your own, please enter through the rafflecopter form below. This giveaway is open to U.S residents only and the winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email with their shipping information. Happy gaming and good luck Young At Heart Mommy readers!

Disclosure: I was provided with the Bejeweled Frenzy game to facilitate this post. I will not be compensated and all opinions are my own!

#WIN- Star Wars: Angry Birds Millennium Falcon & Foam Flyer GIVEAWAY!


Hasbro has just released three games from their new Angry Birds: Star Wars  line. This collection of toys is perfect for die hard Star Wars fans who also enjoy playing Angry Birds, the most addicting game known to man! On May 4th  fans around the world will be celebrating Star Wars day.  You can celebrate with your family by playing one of the three games within the Angry Birds: Star Wars collection. Die hard fan? Don’t limit yourself to just one, play them all and may the force be with you! Enter below and you could win the Angry Birds Millennium Falcon Bounce Game & an Angry Birds Foam Flyer.
ANGRY BIRDSTMSTAR WARS® AT-ATTM ATTACK BATTLE GAME

(Approximate retail price: $39.99; Ages: 5 & up. Available: Now)

Stack, launch, and destroy with the AT-AT ATTACK BATTLE GAME, which includes 21 blocks to create the signature AT-AT, a LIGHTSABER LAUNCHER and 12 ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS figures — including two that are exclusive to this set! Players can also unlock ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS in-app content with a special code in each pack. 

ANGRY BIRDSTMSTAR WARS® MILLENNIUM FALCONTM BOUNCE GAME

(Approximate retail price: $19.99; Ages: 8 & up; Players: 1-2; Available: Now)

Bounce into action with the new ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS MILLENNIUM FALCON BOUNCE GAME. Bounce three balls at the MILLENNIUM FALCON to knock down as many enemy pigs as possible, and land in the cockpit to score big! Players can also unlock ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS in-app content with a special code in each pack.

ANGRY BIRDSTMSTAR WARS® FOAM FLYERS

(Approximate retail price: $9.99; Ages: 5 & up. Available: Now) 
Toss around these 3.5-inch soft foam, iconic characters for a new way to play ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS!Available in LUKE SKYWALKER, CHEWBACCA, DARTH VADER and STORMTROOPER. 

Disclosure: I was provided with two Star Wars: Angry Bird games to facilitate this post. I will not be compensated and all opinions are my own!

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