​At Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay, summer is the perfect time to play by the bay - whether reconnecting with friends, family, or nature, there is something for everyone on property - and around town . ​

Visitors can:
-Bike, hike or kayak through the 25,000-acre Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, while keeping an eye out for swooping bald eagles and nesting blue herons;
-Explore Cambridge and check out the downtown Farmers Market every Thursday, or take the Downtown Cambridge Art Walk on the second Saturday of each month;
-Tour one or more of the 20-plus breweries and wineries in the region; and don’t forget to try “Off the Rook,” RaR’s ale brewed especially for Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay;
-Visit local maritime museums and the Harriet Tubman Educational Center for learning opportunities for all ages; and
-View the galleries, shops and boutiques in nearby St. Michaels, the perfect location for a stroll, some window shopping, and an afternoon sweet treat. ​

 At the end of a wonderful day of adventure and relaxation - or both - settle in for some fresh seafood and cocktails or s’mores making on Manor Lawn.
Lastly, don’t miss Crab Week, August 10-19, a celebration of Maryland’s world-famous crabs including family-friendly, crab-themed events, food trucks, pool deck BBQs, cooking demonstrations, specialty dishes served at all restaurants on property, seaplane splash-ins, and a waterfront crab feast. Complimentary fitness classes and family golf clinics will be held all week to help burn off the well-earned extra calories.
 
Oh, and pets are welcome.  We have lots of special treats for our four-legged friends.

For more information on Hyatt Chesapeake Bay Hotel check out their website.

​When my son was born, the hospital was amazing. They gave me this nice book filled with all
the things I’d need to know as a parent. When to take him to his first doctor appointment. How
to handle the common cold. Sleepless nights. What lullabies to sing. When he should go to the
dentist the first time, and so much more. And if you believe anything I’ve just written, I have
beach front property in Idaho that is perfect for you. Only $5.46! It’s a steal.

Seriously, I was clueless. I remember this one time listening intently as a girlfriend relayed in
perfect minute detail her son’s second dental appointment. Needless to say, I reached for my
Pinot Noir more than once. All the while, I kept wondering, “Should I make an appointment for
Max? He’s three. Am I a bad mother?” (Her son was only one and had only one tooth.)

​Of course, the next morning I called my dentist and booked Max his first visit. Despite his initial
apprehension and my guilt for not taking him sooner, we left the appointment feeling thrilled
he didn’t have any cavities. Although, I did find out that my son has a cross bite. Which meant
he’d need to see an Orthodontist when his big-boy teeth come in.

​After doing some research I discovered that there are lots of ways to fix certain bite issues early
– especially if you take your child to see an Orthodontist around age seven. So, you can bet that
now that Max is seven I’ll be making that appointment. Seeing an Orthodontist early can mean
less extensive orthodontic methods later (like extractions and jaw surgery), and ultimately save
some green, too. (And who doesn’t want to save money?)
The question is how do you know if your child, who’s teeth seem straight as an arrow needs to
see an Orthodontist? Just to be on the safe side, your child should see an Orthodontist even if
they don’t have any problems with their teeth.

1) Your child lost their baby teeth early
2) Your child lost their baby teeth late
3) Your child sometimes has difficulty chewing or biting into food (not their sibling)
4) Your child is or was a thumb sucker or finger sucker
5) Some of your child’s teeth seem a bit crowded or misplaced
6) Your child’s jaw shifts and makes sounds
7) Your child often bites their cheek or the roof of their mouth
8) Your child’s teeth meet abnormally or not at all
9) Your child’s teeth are out of proportion to the rest of their face, either too large or too small

If you answered yes to one or more of the statements above, consider reaching out to an
Orthodontist for an evaluation. Overall, the best age for a child to get braces is between 8 and
14. But seeing an Orthodontist a few years early, could give your child the early intervention
they need to negate the necessity for braces later in life. Or, at the very least, shorten the
timeframe in which they need to wear braces. And what teenager doesn’t want to shorten the
time they’ll have to wear braces? (None that I know!)

​Follow your heart straight to adventure at Disney On Ice! Just keep swimming
with Dory and new pal Hank from Disney-Pixar’s Finding Dory as they set out to
find her parents. Cheer with the Emotions from Disney Pixar’s Inside Out.
Venture to wintery Arendelle where Olaf and Kristoff help reunite Anna and Elsa
and learn love is the most powerful magic of all.

See the Disney Princesses achieve their dreams through bravery, kindness and perseverance. And celebrate true friendship with The Toy Story gang. Make unforgettable memories with Mickey and your Disney friends when Disney On Ice presents Follow Your Heart skates into Fairfax!

Housewives In The City readers can get $6 off  tickets by using offer code: BLOG when booking your tickets online!  

Disney on Ice: Follow Your Heart will be at EagleBank Arena (formerly Patriot Center) in Fairfax.

• Thu. April 12 @ 7:00 PM
• Fri. April 13 @ 10:30 AM  and 7:30 PM
• Sat. April 14 @ 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, and 6:30 PM
• Sun. April 15 @ 12:30PM and 4:30PM

To book tickets you can grab them online, at www.ticketmaster.com, Call 800-745- 3000, or visit the Arena Box Office.

Easter Bunny and Family-Friendly Adventures in Annual Bunnyville Experience Return to Fair Oaks Mall March 9th
With spring just around the corner, Fair Oaks Mall is preparing for the anticipated arrival of the Easter Bunny. Beginning 9, March, the Easter Bunny will greet visitors in Bunnyville -- a three-dimensional town for kids to explore. Located on the shopping center’s lower level in Grand Court, Bunnyville features many places to visit including Hoppin’ Fresh Bakery, Hare Salon and 24 Carrot Bank. The last stop along the adventure is an opportunity to visit with the Easter Bunny and have photos taken. Those who visit the Easter Bunny will receive a complimentary gift (while supplies last). This special family-friendly holiday experience is being offered exclusively at Fair Oaks Mall from March 9th through March 31st. This annual event is free for the public to attend. Photo packages may be purchased onsite. 

Adventures in Bunnyville + photos with the Easter Bunny at Fair Oaks Mall
March 9 through March 31, 2018
Monday through Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fair Oaks Mall, 11750 Fair Oaks, Fairfax, VA 22033

Bunny Paws:  Bring your furry friends to visit the Easter Bunny on March 18, 2017 from 6:30PM to 7:30PM and on March 24, 2018 from 8:30AM to 9:30AM.

Bunny Cares (Sensory Bunny): March 11 and March 18. Individuals within every spectrum of special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session, to experience the time-honored tradition of a visit with the Easter Bunny during dedicated hours. Please reserve your complimentary ticket on EventBrite - ONE TICKET per group/family, please. Photo packages that capture holiday memories will be available for purchase at the event, pricing varies: https://www.autismspeaks.org/bunny2018

For more information visit shopfairoaksmall.com/events

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and it's time to start making your reservations.  I've rounded up my top five restaurants in the NOVA area for a romantic Valentine's Day Date just for you!  

The mission of The Hitch Chantilly is to provide a dining experience that brings the coastal delights to the suburban regular. Their chefs and mixologists develop a menu that is simple but honors the bounty of the coastal regions of America through fresh and simple cuisine. The Hitch is styled in an ambiance of relaxed sophistication with service that delights and entertains.
thehitchchantilly.com

don't forget to RSVP + join us for our next meet up and networking social!

Discover the full story of Disney’s Frozen like never before at Disney On Ice presents Frozen! Be a part of Anna’s adventure to find her sister, Queen Elsa, whose icy powers trapped the kingdom in an eternal winter. Join Olaf, Kristoff and Sven as they encounter wintry conditions and mystical trolls in a race to bring back summer.

Hosted by Mickey and Minnie, your whole family will sing along to unforgettable music and be delighted with special appearances by the Disney Princesses, Woody, Buzz, Dory and more.

​Experience magic at every turn and create memories to last a lifetime at Disney On Ice presents Frozen - the show worth melting for!

​SHOW TIMES:
Capital One Arena (Formerly Verizon Center), Washington D.C.
Wednesday, Feb. 14 @ 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 15 @ 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 16 @ 7:30 p.m.
Sat, Feb. 17 @ 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 18 @ 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Mon. Feb. 19 @ 12:30 p.m (President’s Day)

Ticket Prices:
​$85 Front Row, $55 VIP, $30, and $20
Additional fees may apply.
Ticket prices based on market demand and subject to change.

​To purchase:
1. Visit www.ticketmaster.com
2. Call 800-745- 3000
3. Visit Arena Box office (and save on service charges)

Describe yourself in three words:
Positive, relentless and out of the box thinker and doer.  

What do you consider your greatest professional achievement?
Becoming a Realtor was really my dream from the very beginning. Now that I have been a Realtor for more than 20 years, I can say that I still love my job. Every day is a new day, a new challenge and a new experience for me. This job allows me to help individuals and family's make changes and positive new beginnings. Working with people from the area, nationally and internationally has been my second broadening of my business.  

What are your professional goals for the next six months? ​

• Create home buying seminars for first time home buyers.
• Work with companies moving into the area for their relocation housing.
• Obtain the CIPS designation for REALTORS® to develop or grow my international real estate business. 

What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?
Lawyer

How do you maintain a work/life balance? ​
There are certain times of the day or week that you must take in order to keep yourself feeling and looking good.  So I do take one day of the month off completely.  Then I get busy with my job and life.  Set schedules and appointments are placed into my calendar for family and fun.  

What websites do you visit every day? ​
Usually it is the Weather.com and then a news site.

What are your top three favorite people/places/things to do in your city? 
Sully Plantation, Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, Chantilly Library

What is your goal for retirement?​
I would love to live on a yacht in the Miami harbor. I would be living my dream of assisting clients find their next new home, business or investment either nationally or internationally.  

Do you have any advice for women who'd like to start their own company? 
Yes. Believe in yourself.  You are you own first doubter, get over it and accomplish your goals.  

Get In Touch with Michele:
Website :  michelecornejo.huntcountrysir.com
Twitter :   @MICHELECORNEJO

Want to be the best mom on the planet and not drag your kid to the grocery store on Saturday morning? See below from this past weekend. On the right -- happy mom who didn't beg her son to go with her, help her through the store, and load the car at the end. On the left, happy son who didn't get woken up and dragged to the store at 8am. Just woken up and asked to unload the car. 

Try Walmart’s Free Online Grocery Pickup! You don’t even have to get out of your car. That means less stress and more family time after school. Use the code MOMHACKS at Walmart.com/grocery to save $10 off your first order of $50 or more.

Pick up at your convenience! Find a Walmart Grocery near you. Order and Choose a Pickup Time online or through the Walmart Grocery mobile app. You'll get a text when you're groceries are ready so you can swing by to have your car loaded up!

Same costs as in-store shopping. Think you're paying a service charge for the convenience factor? Nope! You can expect no markups and FREE pick up. 

But what about picking the perfect melon or bunch of bananas? Personal Grocery Shoppers Fill the Basket and will carefully select the freshest produce, meats and other items you request. 

Look for the Pick Up and Go area when you arrive. Don't fight for a spot in the parking lot -- there will be reserved parking spaces marked in orange and a designated number to call to alert an associate to bring your order to your car. 

Don't absolutely LOVE what you ordered or hesitant to make your first purchase because you're just not sure? Walmart always guarantees the quality of the food being picked up or purchased in store through its Freshness Guarantee for meat, produce and bakery items. If customers aren’t satisfied with an item, they simply bring back the receipt for a full refund.

Download a family guide with dozens fun ideas to make learning and school success a part of your child’s life beyond the classroom. Plus, you’ll find a free mini poster for your child, online grocery discounts, and more.

Monster Jam® Triple Threat Series™ brings adrenaline-charged family entertainment to fans across the country.  These world-class Monster Jam vehicles and athletes deliver what fans want to see most…more trucks, more racing, more freestyle, more donuts, more wheelies, more action!  ​

Each event tests the versatility of the athletes as they go head-to-head in seven different competitions driving three different vehicles --- Monster Jam trucks, Monster Jam Speedsters and Monster Jam ATVs. These athletes battle for points in challenging Racing and Freestyle events that push themselves and their machines to the limit. The point leader will receive an automatic bid to the prestigious Monster Jam World Finals® to compete for the title of World Champion.  

Featuring the eight most intense athletes of Monster Jam, Washington, DC fans will witness a fierce battle for the championship with each competitor using customized high-powered vehicles: Monster Jam Speedsters, Monster Jam ATVs and the famous Monster Jam trucks. These world-class athletes vying to be the Washington, DC champion are:

• Alien Invasion
• Blue thunder
• El Toro Loco
• Grave Digger
• Monster Mutt Rottweiler
• Pirate’s Curse
• “Shark”
• Zombie

*Trucks/drivers subject to change.