Saturday, July 6, 2013

Moo La La Boutique Consignment Sale

Has it really been 7 months since my last post? Yikes! I've been pretty busy. Decided to start working part time, then found out we were expecting baby #2 and then she decided to make her entrance into the world 11 weeks early. It's been a whirlwind! But I promise to post more.

Speaking of babies... have you ever gone to a seasonal consignment sale or been a consignor at one? I highly recommend it! It's the best way to buy brand name clothing at a discount, or sell your brand name clothing for more than yard sale prices! The first time I decided to sell, I made over $300. And let's be honest, who couldn't use the extra money?

I've shopped and sold at a few other consignment sales in the area, but Moo La La is by far my favorite. They have a sale coming up September 6th-8th and still have a few consignor spots left if you want to sell your children's clothing that they've outgrown. Definitely put it on your calendar to stop by for great savings on your little one's wardrobe!

 
839 Tri City Center Drive, Redlands
 
When: September 6-8, 2013
Notes: Check their website for hours, special preview dates, etc.


Monday, December 10, 2012

Cinnamon Honey Butter

This stuff is smooth, creamy, buttery, deliciousness. I seriously want to eat it on everything! But my favorite is eating it with 7 Up Biscuits. It's also so easy that you can whip it up in 5 minutes. Another fun idea is to put it in mini jelly jars and give as gifts!

CINNAMON HONEY BUTTER
Serves: 2 mini jelly jars
Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients
1/2 cup butter softened
1/2 cup confectioner's sugar
1/2 cup honey
1 tsp. ground cinnamon

Directions
1 In medium bowl, combine ingredients. Beat on medium until fluffy.

7 Up Biscuits

Are you one of those people who busts open a can of biscuits and throw them in the oven? Yah, I was too. Those days are long gone thanks to this amazing new recipe. Just a few ingredients and you'll have fluffy, buttery, delicious biscuits fresh from the oven. Try it with the Cinnamon Honey Butter recipe I posted! You'll be in Heaven.
Original Recipe from: Six Sister's Stuff

7 UP BISCUITS
Serves: 9
Cook Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients
2 cups Bisquick
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup 7-Up
1/4 cu butter

Directions
1 Cut sour cream into biscuit mix. Add 7-Up and mix. (It makes a very soft, sticky dough).
2 Sprinkle extra bisquick on board and pat dough out. Don't knead it or roll it, just pat it.
3 Melt butter in a 9x9 pan.
4 cut biscuits into 9 circles. Place cut biscuits in pan and bake at 450 degrees for 12 minutes or until golden brown. Keep an eye on the biscuits to make sure they don't burn.

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Chicken Pasta

Cheddar. Bacon. Ranch. Chicken. Pasta.
All in one dish? Seriously? This is the definition of comfort food. This recipe makes quite a bit- enough to feed me, 3 men, a hungry 5 year old and still have leftovers!

I think this would be even better with mushrooms!
Original recipe found at Cassie Craves

CHEDDAR BACON RANCH CHICKEN PASTA
Cook Time:
Serves: 6

Ingredients
1 lb. mostaccioli or other short pasta
6 strips of bacon, diced
1 Tbsp. butter
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite sized pieces
2 Tbsp. all purpose flour
1 packet ranch dressing mix
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp. diced green onions
Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions
1 Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pot.
2 Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Drain on paper towels and dice. Drain all but one Tbsp. of bacon drippings from the pan.
3 Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add the butter to the reserved bacon drippings, then add the chicken to the same skillet. Cook until tender, no longer pink and slightly browned.
4 Sprinkle the flour and ranch dressing mix over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly. Stir in the milk and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened and bubbly. Stir in the cheddar cheese and half of the diced bacon. Cook and stir until the cheese is melted.
5 Add cooked pasta to the chicken/cheese sauce. Serve with more crumbled bacon and diced onions on top.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Random Acts of Christmas Kindness

Last year, I asked my 4 year old to tell me what Christmas is. Of course, his reply involved Santa and getting presents. It was the perfect opportunity to teach him that Christmas isn't just about getting presents, but also giving them. So, for every day in December, we did a Random Act of Christmas Kindess for someone. Every day we decided how we could make someone's day a little happier. We picked up trash, we gave treats to our postman, and LC's idea- we left quarters at the local laundromat. The idea went so well, that throughout the year he would often say "Let's do something nice for someone today". December is only a few days away, and I can't wait to get started!

I'll be updating this post and include what we've been doing in hopes that it may inspire some of you to spread a little Christmas cheer!

If you decide to do this with your little ones (or even on your own) please comment below with your Random Acts of Christmas Kindness ideas!



Dec 1: Donate non-perishable food to a local food drive.

Dec 2: Drop some money in the Salvation Army bucket.

Dec 3: Donate clothing to the needy.

Dec 4: Make Daddy his favorite dessert.

Dec 5: Adopt two angels off the trees at LC's school.

Dec 6: Landon's Kindergarten class went on a field trip a local nursing home to sing songs and deliver cards.

Dec 7: Donate money to Ronald McDonald House.

Dec 8: Donate cat and dog food to a local animal rescue.

Dec 9: Pick up trash at a local park.

Dec 10: Adopt-a-soldier and send a care package to him.

Dec 11: Landon helped his friend when she fell down and held the door open for us when we went to dinner.

Dec 12: Deliver cookies to the county library.

Dec 13: Buy Starbucks for someone behind us in line.

Dec 14: Host a North Pole Party for all of his buddies

Dec 15: Deliver cookies to the local fire station

Dec 16:  Cook a special breakfat for Daddy

Dec 17: Bring flowers to a friend

Dec 18: Drop off donuts for the ladies who work hard in the office at his school

Dec 19: Give a present to his teacher and Room Mom for all of their hard work

Dec 20: Bring treats to a friend at work

Dec 21: Donate Toys to the Spark of Love Toy Drive

Dec 22: Sponsored a Foster Child for Christmas and bought her a gift

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

French Dip Crescents

If you love traditional french dip sandwiches, you'll love these little French Dip Crescents. Not only are they yummy, they are easy! Get the kiddos involved to help you make them! These would also make a perfect appetizer for a Holiday Party!

FRENCH DIP CRESCENTS
Serves: 2-4
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients
Package of refrigerated crescent dough (8 pieces)
1/2 lb. deli roast beef
4 pieces swiss or provolone cheese, sliced
Packet of Au Jus Mix

Directions
1 Unroll and separate crescent dough
2  place a 1/2 slice of cheese and a slice of roast beef on each piece of dough.
3 roll starting at the wide end first.
4 Place on cookie sheet and bake according to directions on crescent dough package. (Approx. 11-13 minutes at 375 degrees)
5 Prepare Au Jus according to directions on packet.


Monday, October 1, 2012

Spicy Dragon Noodles

Prior to making these, I read that they're addicting. Now I know why. I honestly ate 2 servings without a second thought! They are that good! The nice thing about this recipe is that you can adjust the spicy levels from having a little kick to "My insides are on fire"! This recipe is for somewhere in between. Just add or take away a little bit of sriracha to adjust to your liking!

SPICY DRAGON NOODLES
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 2-4

Ingredients
2 chicken thighs cut into bite sized chunks
oz. chow mein noodles
2 eggs, scrambled
2 Tbsp. butter
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
3/4 Tbsp. Sriracha (rooster sauce)
1 handful fresh cilantro
2 green onions, chopped

Directions
1 Spray skillet with non-stick cooking spray and add chicken. Cook until no longer pink and set aside.
2 While chicken is cooking, cook noodles according to package directions. Drain.
3 Melt butter in small pan, add crushed red pepper and eggs. Cook until done.
4 For the sauce, mix together brown sugar, soy sauce and sriracha.
5 Mix chicken, noodles, eggs, sauce and green onions together. Toss until evenly coated with sauce.
6 Serve with fresh cilantro sprinkled on top.

Friday, September 21, 2012

Crockpot Honey Chicken

I'm a fan of crockpot meals. They are among the easiest and most delicous in my book. This is called Honey Chicken. It's similar to teriyaki chicken, so if you like that, you'll love this. It's delicious served over rice or with chow mein.

HONEY CHICKEN
Cook Time: 3 hours
Serves: 4

Ingredients
4-6 boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into large chunks
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/8 cup chopped onion or 1/16 cup onion flakes
1/8 cup ketchup
1 Tbsp. oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

Directions
1 Put chunks of chicken in crockpot
2 Mix the remaining ingredients and pour over chicken
3 Cook on high for 3 hours




Chicken Cordon Bleu

I love Chicken Cordon Bleu. Chicken, ham and melted swiss cheese all rolled into one bite.. yum! If you've never had it, now is the time to try it. It's really not that hard to make, and you'll have dinner on the table in 20 minutes!

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients
4-6 pieces thinly sliced chicken breasts (you can purchase them already sliced or do it yourself)
4-6 pieces deli ham
4-6 pieces sliced swiss cheese
Italian bread crumbs (I sometimes use Panko, too)

Directions
1 Lay a piece of chicken on a cutting board. Place a piece of ham on top and then a piece of cheese. If the ham and cheese overlap the chicken, trim accordingly.
2 Roll the chicken, jelly-roll style and secure with a toothpick
3 Roll it in the breadcrumbs.
4 Place on a cookie sheet lined with foil and sprayed with non-stick cooking spray
5 Spray all of the rolls lightly with cooking spray and Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until no longer pink in the middle


Monday, September 10, 2012

Be Prepared: Part 5

Here we are during the final week of preparing your Emergency Kit. Here are a few other essential items to include in your kit:

- manual can opener and other cooking supplies (utensils, camp stove, propane, etc.)
- plates, utensils and other feeding supplies
- warm clothes and rain gear for each family member
- a copy of important phone numbers and documents
- heavy work gloves
- disposable camera
- unscented household liquid bleach and an eye dropper for water purification
- personal hygiene products including toilet paper, feminine products, hand sanitizer and soap
- plastic sheeting, duct tape and a utility knife for covering broken windows
- tools such as a crowbar, hammer & nails, staple gun, adjustable wrench and bungee cords
- blankets or sleeping bags
- large heavy duty plastic bags and a plastic bucket for waste and sanitation
- Any special needs items for children, seniors or people with disabilities
- matches

Now your emergency kit is ready to go! As noted before, this is a basic kit that will get you through 72 hours. If you've been watching shows like Doomsday Preppers, they are planning for months of survival. If that is what you are also looking into planning for, I encourage you to look into purchasing MREs or freeze dried food made specifically for emergency storage. I have seen buckets available for purchase through Costco and various sites online.

Most of the information I've included can be found on www.72hours.org. FEMA has also supplied a similar list of items that can be found on www.ready.gov

I hope you have found this series of posts informative and if you haven't started preparing your kit, please do so. You can never be too prepared!

Be Prepared: Part 4

Yes, I completely spaced on doing this week's blog. Oops! We're going to cover "Go-Bags" and that will include a lot of different items, so I'll give the rest of this week and next to complete this part of your emergency kit :)

What is a Go-Bag? It's a backpack or other easy to carry container filled with essential items in the case that you'll need to evacuate quickly. Prepare a Go-Bag for each family member and ID tag. You may not be at home when emergency strikes, so it's also a good idea to keep additional supplies at work or in your car. Consider what you might need for your immediate safety. Here is a list of items to put in each person's bag:

- Flashlight
- Radio (battery operated)
- Batteries
- Whistle
- Dust Mask
- Pocket Knife
- Emergency cash in small denominations and quarters to make phone calls
- Sturdy shoes, a change of clothes and a warm hat (make sure to change out sizes if you have little ones)
- Local map
- Some water and food
- Permanent marker, paper and tape
- Photos of family members and pets for re-identification purposes
- List of emergency point-of-contact phone numbers
- Copy of health insurance and ID cards
- Extra prescription glasses, hearing aid or other vital personal items
- Prescription medication and first aid supplies (we have a mini kit in each of ours)
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Extra keys to your house and vehicle
- Any special-needs items for children, seniors or people with disabilities (for our son, we have hard candy and a coloring book. Just to add a little comfort.)

Make sure to keep your Go-Bag in a place that's easily accessible. (Not stuffed up in the rafters or shoved behind junk in the closet.) Ours are stacked inside our master closet, ready to go.

Be Prepared: Part 3

Week 3 and your emergency kit is taking form. If you've clicked on this link and haven't read the previous posts, please do. It's a weekly guide to putting together your 72 hour Emergency Kit and being prepared.

In Week 1, we covered water supply and a container. Week 2 was all about food and a plan. This week, we'll go over a first aid kit and providing for your pets.
Step 1: First Aid- You can pick up a ready made kit at Walmart/Target/Costco, or you can put one together yourself. If you are putting it together yourself, here are some items that should go in it:

- 2 pairs of disposable gloves

- sterile dressings to stop bleeding

- cleansing agent/soap and antibiotic towelettes to disenfect

- antibiotic ointment to prevent infection

- burn ointment

- adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes

- eye wash solution to wash eyes out or as general decontaminant

- scissors

- over-the-counter medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, antacids, laxative, anti-diarrhea medicine

- prescription medicines you take every day, such as insulin, heart medicine or asthma inhaler

- prescribed medical supplies such as glucose monitoring equipment or blood pressure cuffs


I also reccommend adding in the following

- sanitary napkins ( they act as a gauze/pad for wounds)

- super glue (to seal cuts that aren't deep)

- ace bandage

- medical tape

- q-tips

- tongue depressors (can be used as finger splints)

Step 2: Pets- Don't forget about your furry family members when it comes to emergencies. Make sure to always keep a collar with ID tag on it at all times. If they get loose or you aren't able to take them with you, there will be a way to possibly get them back home to you. Also, consider getting your pets microchipped.
Each pet should have a "go-bag" and a plan in case of evacuation. This should include:

- a sturdy leashes and pet carriers. A pillowcase is a good option for transporting cats and other small animals who cannot be leashed.

- Food, water and any medications for at least one week

-non-spill bowls, can opener and plastic lids if they will be eating canned food

- plastic bags, litter box and litter

- recent photo of each pet

- names and phone numbers of emergency veterinarian hospitals and local animal shelters

If you must leave your pet behind:

- On your front door or in a highly visable window, use chalk, paint or marker to write the number and types of pets in your residence. Include their location in your home and the date you evacuated.

- Leave plenty of water in a large, open container that cannot be tipped over.

- Leave plenty of food. If possible, leave it in timed feeders so they don't overeat.

- Do not tie up your pet in your home.

Be Prepared: Part 2

If you started to read this post and wonder what it's all about, you can read the first post in this series HERE .
 
So, last week you picked up the container to hold your emergency kit and your water supply. This week we will start filling that emergency kit!
 

Step 1: Food- Remember that you are stocking up on supplies that will last a MINIMUM of 72 hours. This is the recommended time from Red Cross, etc. I suggest stocking up for longer "just in case".

- Store food items that are familiar to your family rather than special emergency foods. Don't forget to take into account special dietary restrictions. Your body is already going through a stressful time and you dont' want to further upset it with foods that you haven't tried.

- Ideal foods are shelf-stable, low in salt and do not require cooking (ex: peanut butter, canned fruit & vegetables, canned soup or meat, jam, low salt crackers, dry cereal, etc.)

- If containers do not have an expiration date, make sure to mark them for rotation. Canned food usually has a shelf life of 18 months to 2 years. Dry products like cereal, crackers, cookies will last 6 months.

- Another great option is purchasing cases of MRE's. The same kind that are used by our troops. They have a shelf life of years. We have them and have tried one. It's not that bad.


Step 2: Make A Plan

- Designate an out of area contact person. Long Distance service is often restored before local service. Provide this person with the names and numbers of people you want to keep informed of your situation. Instruct family members to phone this person and tell them where they are if you become separated.

- Documents binder. Make copies of important documents that you might not have time to grab. These can include birth certificates, social security cards, driver's licenses, wills, deeds, insurance information (health, car and home), prescriptions, etc. Make sure to include photos of all family members and pets, as well.

- Make sure every family member knows where the emergency kit is and where each go-bag is (We'll discuss go-bags next week).

- Designate a meeting place outside of the home in case it becomes unsafe. Designate two areas. One just outside of the house, and one outside of the neighborhood in case of an evacuation.

- Teach each family member how to use a fire extinguisher. If you don't have one in your home, purchase one.

- Locate the gas main and other utilities and make sure each family member knows how and when to turn it off.

Be Prepared: Part 1



There's been a lot of talk recently on "Being Prepared"... for the big one, for the downfall of society, for 12-21-12 or for any other catastrophe.

Wes and I are prepared. Not crazy "Doomsday Prepper" style, but I'd like to think that if all power and communications were cut for a few weeks, we'd be comfortable.

Now, we've talked to a lot of family and friends who would like to be prepared, but are a little bit overwhelmed with where to start. So, I've decided to come up with a plan for all of you. (And in the process, I'll be able to double check my supplies.) Each week, I'll post a few steps in getting your kit together. That way, there will be time to get it done and time to ask questions or post your own ideas. So, here we go.

After a major disaster, the services we take for granted may not be available. (Running water, electricity, phone, etc.) These are basics to get your emergency kit started for 72 hours of survival. Please feel free to add to it.

Step 1: Get a container for your emergency kit. It should be kept in an easily accessible location and would ideally be watertight. A great example is a large plastic trashcan with lid and wheels.

Step 2: Water- a minimum of 3 gallons per person, per day ( If you have 2 people in your household, you will need 18 gallons). This is enough to allow for drinking, hygiene and cooking.

Tap water can be stored in clean 2-liter bottles. Label and store in a cool, dark place. Tap water should be replaced every 6 months. Commercially bottled water should be replaced by date on bottle or every 12 months.

There you have it. The first 2 steps. Don't procrastinate on this one. Get started on your supplies and be prepared.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Hummus Chicken Salad

So, Hubby and I are trying an all chicken diet. By all chicken, I mean no other kind of meat. We've also cut out fast food and most carbs at dinner time.It's only the first week, so wish me luck! It's our attempt at eating healthier. But, this also forces me to be more creative at meal time. I threw this together for a quick summer dinner and it was amazing! And it's so versatile. You can use whatever veggies you want to, whatever flavor hummus you want to and you can eat it a hundred different ways: On a sandwich, in a pita, with crackers, as lettuce wraps or on a bed of greens. Did I mention it's also Gluten Free?

Why hummus?
Only 60 calories and 3.5 grams of fat vs. the 180 calories and 20 grams of fat in Mayo.

Total calories of my version below: 275 for the entire thing!

HUMMUS CHICKEN SALAD
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Serves: 1-2

Ingredients
1 (5oz.) can of chicken breast (or diced chicken, leftover rotisserie, etc.)
1/2 roma tomato, chopped
1 green onion, chopped
1/4 avocado, chopped
2 Tbsp. hummus (I used Athenos Original)

Directions
1 Mix ingredients together.
2 Eat.


Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup

Even though it was 100 degrees today, I'm craving Fall. So I made this delicious Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup. The recipe called for sun dried tomatoes, but I knew my boys wouldn't like it, so I omitted those. They do, however, love pasta, so I doubled the amount of tortellini. Next time I think we'll add some sliced mushrooms. Yum!

Oh, and did I mention that it literally takes 10 minutes to throw together?

CREAMY TOMATO TORTELLINI SOUP
Serves: 6-8
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 cans condensed tomato soup
1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped OR 2 Tbsp. sun dried tomato paste (we left this out)
1 1/2 cups milk
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups chicken stock
1 tsp. onion powder
2 Tbsp. italian seasoning
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 package cheese filled tortellini (9 oz.) (we used a 19 oz. bag of frozen tortellini)
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Directions
1 Saute garlic in olive oil over medium heat in a large stock pot until golden brown.
2 When garlic is done, add tomato soup, tomatoes, milk, half-and-half, chicken stock and seasonings. Bring to a simmer.
3 Once simmering, drop noodles into the soup and cook according to package directions.
4 Ladle into bowls. Top with parmesan cheese and serve with french bread



Thursday, August 23, 2012

No Bake Energy Bites

When I first saw this recipe (on Smashed Peas and Carrots), I was a little skeptical. Usually when I make a "healthy" recipe, it doesn't equal a "tasty" recipe. These are a different story. So easy to make, fairly healthy for you (no butter or added sugar), completely customizable and YUMMY! And when I say yummy, I mean like dessert.

NO BAKE ENERGY BITES
Serves: approx. 24 balls
Cook Time: 30 minutes (chill time)

Ingredients
1 cup oats
1 cup coconut (unsweetened, sweetened, toasted- your pick!)
1/2 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
1/3 cup honey
1 tsp vanilla

Directions
1 Mix everything above in a bowl until thoroughly incorporated. Chill for 30 minutes.
2 Once chilled, roll into 1 inch balls and enjoy. Store in airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to a week.

*If you can only find whole flaxseed, you can throw it into a coffee bean grinder. Or feel free to use it whole for a little crunch!
* You can substitute any of the above ingredients. Take out the chocolate chips and throw in dried fruit. Experiment with your favorites! You can sub flaxseed for wheat germ or just more oats. You can use almond butter in place of peanut butter. You can even throw in some cocoa


Slow Cooker Ham & Beans

This is a comfort food. I remember eating this when I was a kid. Simmered on the stovetop and probably made from leftover Easter or Christmas ham. I cheated and made mine in the Slow Cooker and with a ham steak. Still delicious, much easier and yep... comforting! This would be a great dinner on a fall or winter night!

SLOW COOKER HAM & BEANS
Serves: 6-8
Cook Time: 8 hours

Ingredients
1 lb. package dried northern beans
Ham bone, hocks, shanks, or diced ham (approx. 1 lb.)
2 tsp. onion powder
6 cups water
salt & pepper to taste

Directions
1 Rinse and sort the beans for any pebbles.
2 Add all ingredients to slow cooker and cook on low for approx. 8 hours or until beans are tender.
3 Remove ham bone, shanks or hocks and pull off meat. Add meat back to crock pot and mix.

Back to School

Summer is officially over and my baby is now a Kindergartener! Yes, we made it through the day with minimal tears (and they were all from me).

We got ready about 5 minutes early so I could take a few pictures. If you don't have a chalkboard, a piece of paper works great, too! Don't forget some other "must-have" shots:
- Picture with Mom
- Picture with Dad
-Picture with new backpack and/or lunchbox
-Picture of them with their new teacher (can also wait for Back To School Night)
-Picture at their desk

 
 
LC's teacher gave each parent this very sweet poem with a tissue attached. And we all read "The Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn together. What a great book for the first day of school! The kids then gave all of their parents kissing hands (I know, I know. This is where the water works started.)
 
 

Monday, August 6, 2012

Fieldtrip 101: Discovery Science Center

We're attempting to finish our Summer up with a bang and fitting in as much fun as we can! There are so many museums, theme parks, etc that I've been wanting to take Landon to, and this was on the list!

What a great place to take the kids! While it's geared towards kids who are 5+, it's still great to let the younger ones explore and get some hands on fun with science.

The facility is 2 levels with multiple exhibits. It looked smaller than I thought it would be, but it was packed with over 4 hours of fun. LC's favorite exhibit was the Dino Quest. You receive a "magic wand" and a mission to find items in their Dino Exhibit. When you find one of the items on your list, you scan it with your wand. At the end of your journey, you return the wand and receive a special Dino token as a reward. He also really enjoyed the NASA Rocket Lab where he could launch rockets high into the air.

They have restrooms located throughout the museum and a few hand sanitizer stations, too. Although, I recommend bringing your own. 

For lunchtime, they have a Taco Bell/Pizza Hut on site that isn't marked up to ridiculous prices! Just plan your dining time out or have someone grab a table for you because seating is limited and fills up very quickly during lunch hour.





Discovery Science Center
2500 North Main Street, Santa Ana

Admission: $15.95 (15+), $12.95 (3-14)
Parking: $4.00 Cash Only
Hours: 10am-5pm
Good for Ages: 3+
Notes: Bring Hand Sanitizer, Cash Only for Parking