KICK OFF FEBRUARY - - with ❤ New Movies ❤ & Super Pet Specials! 🐈

Happy February, Everyone! "Love Ever After" month is officially here on the Hallmark Channel! Plus, it's time for Hallmark's adorable "Cat and Kitten Bowl," and UPtv has just the "write" rom-com on Sunday night!

See all the details below...


Saturday, February 1, 2020:

Start the first of February with the first "Love Ever After" Hallmark movie...

A Valentine's Match

Correct Premiere Time: 9pm/8c
image: Hallmark Crown Media

Storyline via Hallmark: The path to true love is sometimes long and winding, especially for Natalie Simmons (Lenz). Recently fired from her broadcasting job in San Francisco, Natalie returns to her hometown in Oregon to assist her mom (Mary-Margaret Humes, “Dawson’s Creek, “A Feeling of Home”) with the town’s annual Valentine’s Festival. Even though Natalie is officially engaged, she’s thrown for a big loop when she reconnects with kind and handsome Zach Williams (Macfarlane), the guy who broke her heart – and their engagement – ten years ago.

See the premiere of A Valentine's Match

Saturday, February 1, 2020

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

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More... Saturday, February 1, 2020:

This show is the "Cat's Meow!" Be sure to "cat"ch....

Cat Bowl II

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Screen grab - Hallmark Crown Media promo

De"TAILS" via Hallmark: “Cat Bowl II” is a one-hour special featuring adult cats from Kitten Bowls past coming together for an all-star game. Featuring 'where are they now' segments with fun and heartwarming profile pieces. Presented in association with North Shore Animal League America, it is hosted by Beth Stern, along with Boomer Esiason, Cameron Mathison, Larissa Wohl, and Rashad Jennings.

See the all new Cat Bowl II

Saturday, February 1, 2020

at 11pm/10c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, February 2, 2020:

Don't take a long catnap Sunday afternoon or you'll miss...

Kitten Bowl VII

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Screen grab - Hallmark Crown Media promo

De"TAILS" via Hallmark: Presented in partnership with North Shore Animal League America, “Kitten Bowl VII” will feature over 100 kittens rescued from across the country, as four teams will be competing for the Feline Football Championship. The 2020 game also marks a milestone of more than 40,000 shelter pet adoptions since “Kitten Bowl” premiered in 2014. TV personality, author and animal advocate Beth Stern returns as host for this year’s event from Hallmark Channel’s Kitten Bowl Stadium and is joined by commentators Jill Wagner and Brennan Elliott for all the play-by-play action along with field correspondent, former NFL running back Rashad Jennings, and four-time Pro Bowl quarterback Boomer Esiason, who returns as the Commissioner of the Football Feline League.

See the all new Kitten Bowl VII

Sunday, February 2, 2020

at 2pm/1c. on the Hallmark Channel

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More... Sunday, February 2, 2020:

Write your ticket - to the UPtv premiere of...

Mr. Write

Storyline via UPtv: When editor Dori meets her idol, romantic novelist Michael, she’s crushed to learn he doesn’t really believe in true love. But when Dori’s own romance falls apart, it's Michael who works to renew her belief in love.

See the cable movie premiere of Mr. Write

Sunday, February 2, 2020

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Whether you're relaxing at home or attending a watch-party... whatever you watch or do... I hope you all have a super weekend!

I'm planning to have some much-needed, restful down time with my family. Each day is a beautiful gift; I am choosing happiness and finding joy in the simple things!

And... I especially find joy and absolutely love kitties and cats, too! I'm so looking forward to watching all of the adorable fur-babies take the field in the "Kitten Bowl," once again, especially with two of my favorite Hallmark stars, Jill Wagner and Brennan Elliott, hosting!

Have a Wonderful Weekend, Everyone!

Much Love & God's Blessings to You All, Net

🌟🌟SHINING HIS LIGHT!🌟🌟

"My command is this:
Love each other as I have loved you."

~John 15:12

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Drawn to the Game: Classic Disney Short Subjects that Celebrate Football

By Michael Lyons

Whether you’re a fan of the game, the half time show or the commercials, there’s no denying that Super Bowl Sunday is, well, Super.

There are plenty of ways to prep for the big game: some may toss a football around the backyard, while others might consume enough Buffalo Wings to fill the city of Buffalo.

A less strenuous and low calorie way to get ready for the Super Bowl is to watch football themed movies.  And, a most unexpected genre features some fun football centered entertainment.

Several classic short subjects from the Walt Disney Studio featuring some of their most iconic characters take to the grid iron and all of them make for winning Super Bowl Sunday viewing.

“Touchdown Mickey” (1932)

In glorious black and white, Mickey Mouse, oh so young with his vintage look and button eyes, must lead his football team  (Mickey’s Manglers) and square off against the rough and tumble Alley Cats.

Made only four years after the introduction of Mickey Mouse, this short features animation that can best be described as quaint and comfortable.

Sight gags are predictable and repetitious (a player rolls down the field, flattening other players like pancakes), but there is such earnest innocence to “Touchdown Mickey,” especially when realizing how far animation has come since this short was originally made.

Minnie and Pluto are also featured, as is an early version of Goofy, as the game’s announcer, in this entertaining trip back to the early days of the Mouse that Walt built!

“How to Play Football” (1944)

Of all of the “Goofy How To” short subjects during this time period, this is one of the best, filled with not only great animation, but also a great, satiric look at the game.

In it, “Anthropology A&M” goes head-to-head with “Taxidermy Tech,” and all of the players seem to look exactly like Goofy, as everyone from the spoiled star player to the rabid coach find themselves lampooned.

Helmed by veteran Disney shorts director Jack Kinney, “How to Play Football” is a seven minute blur of creatively paced cartoon violence that craftily comments on the real life violence of the game itself, while somehow never letting you forget you’re watching a Disney cartoon.

“Football Now and Then” (1953)

Also directed by Kinney, this is a seldom seen entry in the Disney cartoon shorts canon.  In it, a grandfather and his grandson watch a football game between players from “yesteryear” (called “Bygone U.”) and today (“Present State”).

Like “How to Play Football,” this short also serves as a satirical commentary on the game, this time during the age of television, as the camera literally swoops in for the huddle and a strange commercial for dishwashers continually interrupts the game.

The short also comments on how the game has changed through the years and without Mickey, Goofy, or any of the standard Disney players in it, “Football Now and Then” is that rare, stand alone Disney short and one with a very off-kilter perspective.

So, as the Super Bowl drifts into it’s seventh hour on Sunday, consider any of these shorts to break up the night and bring a little, well, character to the game.

Sources:

IMDb

Wikipedia

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🎄 Three *Purr*fect CHRISTMAS MOVIE TREATS from Hallmark this Week... the Cat's Out of the Bag! 🐾 🐾 DE*TAILS* HERE:

You'll definitely want to *paws* (pause) this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night for Christmas on Hallmark!

Here are the CHRISTMAS MOVIES you can look forward to seeing this week on ALL THREE HALLMARK NETWORKS...

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Hallmark Drama's
"Home for the Holidays"
classic Christmas movie presentation is...
"Angel of Christmas"
on Wednesday, January 29th at 9pm/8c..

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Storyline via Hallmark: Susan is a newspaper staffer who decides to generate some Christmas spirit by writing an article about her family’s storied 100-year-old, hand-carved, heirloom Christmas angel. This leads her to accidentally meet Brady, a cute, upbeat artist who insists that he and Susan become fast friends (at least). It turns out that this angel also has the spiritual power to bring people together – as it seems to be doing with Susan and Brady. What’s behind this enchanted ornament? As time moves on, more about this captivating artifact is revealed.

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Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
"Miracles of Christmas"
classic Christmas movie presentation is
"Holiday Hearts"
on Thursday, January 30th at 9pm/8c.

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Storyline via Hallmark: While planning an annual Christmas party, Peyton is forced together with Ben to care for a friend's daughter. While finding their Christmas spirit, will there be some romance along the way?

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Hallmark Channel's
"Countdown to Christmas"
classic Christmas movie presentation is
"The Nine Lives of Christmas"
on Friday, January 31st at 10pm/9c.

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Storyline via Hallmark: Fireman Zachary Stone (Routh) is a confirmed bachelor who doesn’t believe in love or commitment. When a stray, tabby cat named Ambrose shows up at his door, Zachary takes him in and slowly starts to see that a little companionship might not be so bad after all. Zachary’s commitment to solitude is further challenged when he meets Marilee (Sustad), an animal lover and veterinary student who teaches Zachary how to care for his new feline roommate. Chemistry immediately develops between the two, but Marilee has vowed not to date until she graduates and Zachary is not ready to jeopardize his independence, though he senses Marilee is special.

With Christmas rapidly approaching, Marilee’s sister Jaclyn (Bennett) convinces her to add romance to her nose-to-the-grindstone life of work and school, while fire chief Sam (Harrison) encourages Zachary to understand the importance of love, marriage and having someone special with whom to share the holidays. When Zachary’s model girlfriend Blair (Hobbs) pressures him to get rid of Ambrose and has Marilee fired from her job at a pet supply store that her father owns, Zachary sees the light, realizing he is in love with Marilee and that life is better if shared with someone special.

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Once again, I hope you all enjoy watching Christmas this week!

"The Nine Lives of Christmas" is *ONE* of my absolute favorites! Is it *ONE* of your favorites, too? As Zachary asks Marilee, how do you know it's THE ONE? Well, you just know... right? I've loved this movie, like many of you, since the very first time I ever watched it, and yet each time it replays, I get caught up in watching it again, as if I've never seen it. And... I know it was one of those movies that my sweet Aunt, who just passed away last week and went to be with Jesus, loved too! So... I may watch this Christmas movie this week with a smile and a tear or two.

I often say, that is the most beautiful thing about Hallmark movies... not only are the films meaningful and a joy to watch, but they often hold warm, wonderful memories of our lives. I hope you'll enjoy watching, too, and make some special new memories!

What is your Christmas movie pick of the week?

Plus, see the Christmas TV Schedule for more Christmas movies airing in February.

Joyous Blessings to You All! Net

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Get ready to Fall in Love this February with Movies on UPtv!

UPtv, the television home for uplifting entertainment, will be airing delightful romantic comedies this February - with a cable movie premiere every Sunday night!


The February, 2020 UPtv Premiere Movies include:

image via: PixL TV

Mr. Write - Sunday, February 2 at 7 p.m. ET

Storyline: When editor Dori meets her idol, romantic novelist Michael, she’s crushed to learn he doesn’t really believe in true love. But when Dori’s own romance falls apart, it's Michael who works to renew her belief in love.

When the executives at Heartstrings Press wants to drop Michael Rothchild’s (Corey Sevier) next romance book, junior editor, Dori Shephard (Charlotte Sullivan), argues her way into working as the lead editor. But Dori’s dream job becomes her nightmare as she realizes Michael isn’t everything she imagined. Dori breaks the news to Michael that the executives think he’s an ill-mannered, washed up novelist and want to terminate his contract. Not wanting to be dropped from Heartstrings Press, Michael agrees to work with Dori for 30 days. While Dori wrestles with Michael’s languorous behavior she’s also in the midst of planning her wedding to her fiancé, Philip (Preston Vanderslice). However, things go awry for Dori when work becomes an obstacle in her relationship. Dori must learn what true love really means before it’s too late.

Stars: Charlotte Sullivan, Corey Sevier, Christie Laing, Colin Lawrence, Brittney Wilson

image via: PixL TV

Once Upon a Date - Sunday, February 9 at 7 p.m. ET

Storyline: When top-notched real estate broker, Josh Donahue, is sent to buy out a local community playhouse, he unexpectedly falls for the owner's daughter, forcing him to decide between the family business and true love.

Stars: Katrina Bowden, Dean Geyer, Francia Raisa, Titus Makin Jr, James Callis

image via: PixL TV

Twist of Fate - Sunday, February 16 at 7 p.m. ET

Storyline: While stuck in her car after an accident, Kelly makes an emergency call and as the operator Jeff attempts to keep her calm, a true bond forms. Each spends months trying to find each other, until an unexpected coincidence just may provide the break they have needed.

Stars: Cassie Steele, Ryan Kennedy, Karissa Tynes, Andrea Brooks, Nathan Mitchell, Andrew Francis

Vision of Love - Sunday, February 23 at 7 p.m. ET

Previous title: The Michaels

Storyline: Divorce lawyer Katherine is told her Destiny lies with a Man named Michael so finding him should be easy, right? Join Katherine as she searches for her soul mate called Michael or is it really Michael she is searching for? Love isn't easy and sometimes it is right in front if you.

(*Caution: This movie includes a fortune telling manicurist, who predicts Katherine's future. I think the character is supposed to be cute and funny... however, I personally don't believe in psychics; therefore, I wanted to make all of you aware of this storyline. The Bible strongly condemns spiritism, mediums, the occult, and psychics - Deuteronomy 18:10-13)

Stars: Brant Daugherty, Larisa Oleynik, Shaun Sipos, Beverly D'Angelo, Elliot Gould



Please Note: These four movie titles may be familiar to those of you who have the station PixL, since they originally premiered there; however, if you don't have that channel, then you're sure to enjoy these films when they have their cable movie premiere on UPtv this February!

Several of the movies above either star or co-star actors and actresses you may already be familiar with, including: Corey Sevier ("Northern Lights of Christmas"), Katrina Bowden ("Love on the Slopes"), Andrea Brooks ("When Calls the Heart"), Andrew Francis ("Chesapeake Shores"), Ryan Kennedy ("Marrying Mr. Darcy"), and Brant Daugherty ("Mingle All the Way," "A Christmas Movie Christmas").

Look for the first movie in February - Sunday, February 2nd at 7pm/6c. and additional cable movie premieres to follow every Sunday night!

Blessings, Net

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Thank You All for Your Prayers...

I want to say thank you all, again, for your heartfelt prayers. We were feeling hopeful for my Aunt’s recovery, but my precious Aunt Margaret passed away and into the arms of Jesus today. As I write this, I can hardly believe it still. My family and I are heartbroken, so please continue to lift us up in prayer.

Thank you for your love and support.
God Bless You All, Net

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❄Open your Heart and Home to Jill Wagner and Victor Webster in the last Winterfest movie premiere... "Hearts of Winter" and Don't be Late for Italia Ricci in "Late Bloomer" on UPtv! ♥

Two movie premieres you'll want to catch this weekend, plus it's already time (can you believe it?) to Mark the 25th...

Saturday, January 25, 2020:

There's no place like home in Hallmark Channel's last new Winterfest premiere...

Hearts of Winter

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Storyline via Hallmark: Designer Bethany select’s Grant’s house as winner of her makeover contest. But he’s unaware his daughter Zoe even entered until Bethany and her camera crew arrive. Realizing Grant is attached to his house full of memories of his late wife, Bethany backs off, but encouraged by Zoe’s enthusiasm and Bethany’s patience, Grant begins to enjoy the process, not to mention Bethany. Even TV viewers see their chemistry and only want more. But Bethany isn’t sure a career can mix with a relationship, and Grant isn’t sure his heart is big enough for both his wife’s memory and a new love.

See the premiere of Hearts of Winter

Saturday, January 25, 2020

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

*Following this Premiere, is the Love Ever After Preview Special at 11pm/10c.

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More... Saturday, January 25, 2020:

*Mark the 25th*

Happy Mark the 25th - on this January 25, 2020! Today marks 11 months until Christmas day! Since we are treated to 3 Christmas movies that air each week on the 3 separate Hallmark networks, I'm counting those towards our celebration each month of the 25th!

However, I still personally have some Christmas movies recorded that I have not seen from this past Christmas season, so I'll probably end up watching one of them this weekend. I just haven't decided which one it will be, yet.

Do you still have 2019 Christmas movies recorded to watch? Are you planning to watch something Christmassy to *Mark the 25th*? If so, please share in comments below.

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Sunday, January 26, 2020:

Will Jenny bloom where she is re-planted in...

Late Bloomer

Storyline via UPtv: Botanist Jenny fled her small town and cruel, popular high school couple Shane and Allison to track rare flowers around the globe. Now back, she’s shocked to find Shane has become a teacher, and even more surprised when he’s determined to make it up to her.

See the premiere of Late Bloomer

Sunday, January 26, 2020

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Have a Blessed Weekend, Everyone...

I hope you are able to share some special time with loved ones, make wonderful moments and memories, and cherish this last weekend of January...

God's Blessings, Net

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💮 JUST MY TYPE 💮 a New Spring Fever Hallmark Channel Movie Starring Bethany Joy Lenz and Brett Dalton! #SpringFever @hallmarkchannel MORE DETAILS:

HALLMARK PRESS RELEASE:

ASPIRING WRITER PURSUES

THE SCOOP, LOVE AND ADVENTURE IN

‘JUST MY TYPE’

A NEW ORIGINAL MOVIE PREMIERING MARCH 28,

ON HALLMARK CHANNEL

Credit: ©2020 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Bettina Strauss

STUDIO CITY, CA – January 21, 2020 – Bethany Joy Lenz (“One Tree Hill,” “Guiding Light”) and Brett Dalton (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D,”) star together in “Just my Type” a new, original movie premiering Saturday, March 28, (9 p.m. ET/PT) on Hallmark Channel as part of the network’s annual “Spring Fever” programming event.

Credit: ©2020 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Eike Schroter

Pop culture writer and aspiring novelist Vanessa Mills (Lenz) escapes run-ins with her ex by retreating to a quaint B&B in rural Washington. A chance meeting with the illustrious, elusive and reclusive author – and local resident – Martin Clayborne (Dalton) has Vanessa star-struck and determined to land an exclusive interview. With a big promotion on the line, a persistent Vanessa creates reasons to see Martin, who eventually becomes intrigued enough with her honest offer to let him finally tell his side of the story to his devoted fans. A spark ignites between them as they spend more time together during the interviews, but it’s clear they are more than literally worlds apart and that Vanessa has put her own aspirations, dreams and romantic life aside. It’s when Vanessa is back home in Portland and a mysterious gift arrives from Martin that she makes a surprise decision, leading her to assertively take her own advice and “go boldly in the direction of your dreams and live the life you imagine.”

Credit: ©2020 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Bettina Strauss

“Just My Type” is from Two 4 The Money Media production company. Kim Arnott and Ivan Hayden are executive producers and John Prince is producer. Paul Ziller directed from a script by S.W. Sessions.

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Be sure to look for this movie,
"Just My Type,"
premiering March 28th
on the Hallmark Channel
during Spring Fever!

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❤ “Love is in the Air” this FEBRUARY on HALLMARK MOVIES NOW ❤

HALLMARK PRESS RELEASE:

HALLMARK MOVIES NOW
GIVES SUBSCRIBERS

ALL-NEW CONTENT
FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY

Hallmark Movies Now, Crown Media Family Networks’ fast-growing subscription streaming service now has 8 additional Hallmark movies launching throughout the month of February, as it offers subscribers a fresh slate of programming during its “Love is in the Air” event.

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“My Boyfriend’s Back: Wedding March 5”
available to stream starting Monday, January 27, 2020
Stars: Cindy Busby, Tyler Hynes, Josie Bissett, Jack Wagner

A young, ambitious wedding planner partners with Olivia to plan the perfect wedding. What she doesn't know is the groom's best man is none other than her ex-boyfriend, who she hasn't spoken to in five years.

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“Yes, I Do”
available to stream starting Monday, January 27, 2020
Stars: Jen Lilley, Marcus Rosner, Jessica Lowndes

Busy chocolatier Charlotte has left mechanic James at the altar twice. Now she needs to prove to him that she really does want to marry him. Things are complicated when James’ ex-girlfriend arrives on the scene and says she wants him back.

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“Wedding at Graceland”
available to stream starting Monday, February 3, 2020
Stars: Kellie Pickler, Wes Brown, Priscilla Presley

Laurel Couper and Clay Sheppard have just three weeks to plan their wedding that will take place at Elvis Presley’s celebrated Memphis home. However, when both sets of in-laws-to-be, each with vastly different personalities and ideas for the wedding, descend upon Memphis to “help” plan the nuptials, the bride and groom-to-be are pushed to the breaking point.

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“The Perfect Bride: Wedding Bells”
available to stream starting Monday, February 3, 2020
Stars: Pascale Hutton, Kavan Smith

Former marriage counselor turned trainer, Molly offers yoga and advice to couples in her “Bridal and Marriage Boot Camps,” so popular she wants to buy her own gym. Her boyfriend Nick is in the same happy boat. He’s the wedding photographer everyone wants, but now he’s going to pursue art photography. Both Molly and Nick are taking big steps and they’re about to take another huge step together by getting married. Though they’re clearly perfect for one another, each is afraid of repeating past mistakes by seeking perfection but luckily, they remember that nothing really matters except their perfect love.

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“Love, Take Two”
available to stream starting Monday, February 10, 2020
Stars: Heather Hemmens, Cornelius Smith Jr.

When the producer of a reality competition wedding show returns to her college town to film an episode, she rediscovers her passion for writing. – and for her former beau – who just happens to be one of the grooms to-be who is getting married on her show.

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“Eat, Play, Love”
available to stream starting Monday, February 10, 2020
Stars: Jen Lilley, Jason Cermak

A young veterinarian returns to her hometown and realizes that her former high school sweetheart, now engaged to an insufferable diva with whom he plans to move to New York in a month, is the only guy she's ever really loved. With the urging of his sister, Dr. Carly Monroe has just 30 days to make him see what she sees - that they are perfect for one another.

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“Ms. Matched”
available to stream starting Monday, February 17, 2020
Stars: Alexa PenaVega, Shawn Roberts

Upstart wedding planner Libby Boland makes dreams come true by designing romantic fairytale weddings for her clients. Problem is there's no romance in her own life. All that changes when she falls for Ben Reynolds, author of the new book, 'Wedding Day Do's and Don'ts." Unfortunately, their blossoming romance is threatened when she discovers that Ben's book is a primer for getting married on the cheap -- completely incompatible with everything she believes. Sparks fly at a wedding expo where Libby and Ben battle over clients. But when Libby's livelihood is threatened, Ben finds a creative (and romantic!) way to come to her rescue.

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“So You Said Yes”
available to stream starting Monday, February 24, 2020
Stars: Kellie Martin, Chad Willett

The owner (Kellie Martin) of a bridal shop falls in love with the son of her chief competitor, then must fend off the woman's attempts to sabotage the relationship.

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You can stream Hallmark Movies
by subscribing at hmnow.com
or you can sign up through Amazon!

Check out all the movies
currently available to watch - *HERE*!

I personally have thoroughly enjoyed watching "When Hope Calls" through this service, and I sure hope there will be a season 2! This show is leaving Hallmark Movies Now on January 31, 2020, so I'll be interested to see what's next for this series!

Blessings, Net

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JOURNEY BACK to CHRISTMAS 🎄 this WEEK on HALLMARK!!! 🌟 SEE HERE:

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Let's journey back in time again this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday to Christmas on Hallmark!

Here are the CHRISTMAS MOVIES you can look forward to seeing this week on ALL THREE HALLMARK NETWORKS...

Hallmark Drama's
classic Christmas movie presentation is...
the Hallmark Hall of Fame film
"November Christmas"
on Wednesday, January 22nd at 9pm/8c..

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Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
classic Christmas movie presentation is
"Journey Back to Christmas"
on Thursday, January 23rd at 9pm/8c.

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Hallmark Channel's
classic Christmas movie presentation is
"Write Before Christmas"
on Friday, January 24th at 10pm/9c.

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Once again, I hope you all enjoy watching Christmas this week! I'm looking forward to watching "Journey Back to Christmas" again and if I get a chance, "Write Before Christmas" - for the first time! It's actually one of those movies from Christmas still on my must-see list. I've heard many say they enjoyed it, so I'm sure I will too!

What is your Christmas movie pick of the week?

Joyous Blessings to You All! Net

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ICYMI: CHRISTMAS MOVIE NEWS on "Angel Falls" Sequel and a Jane Austen themed Movie!

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Last week news was released on two upcoming Christmas movies at Deadline.com - by New York Times bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz.

The first Christmas movie announced was: "Christmas in Angel Falls 3," starring Rachel Boston and Paul Greene, who will be reprising their same roles from the first "Christmas in Angel Falls" film, which premiered on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries in 2017. According to the article, this sequel "will continue the story of an angel who falls in love with a mortal and gives up her wings."

The second Christmas movie mentioned was: "Christmas at Mansfield Park." No news, yet, on who will star, however we do know this movie will be an adaptation from Jane Austen's novel, "Mansfield Park." I simply adore Jane Austen's books and authentic movie portrayals, and I have high hopes for this one, as well. Austen's "Mansfield Park" has a bit of intrigue and mystery to it; I certainly hope this Christmas movie will too!

Have a Wonderful Day, Everyone...

Joyous Blessings, Net

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A Special Gift + INSP's 2020 TV SCHEDULE and NEW EPISODES of THE COWBOY WAY - Coming in February!

I want to begin this post by saying a very special *Thank You* to my dear friends at INSP for the lovely gift they sent me at Christmastime! This sweet cocoa mug, with marshmallow shaped snowflake (so adorable!), warmed my heart the instant I received it!

Thank you ALL at INSP for this delightful, delicious gift! You certainly added an extra dash of sweetness to my Holiday Season and brightened my day!

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Now... dear friends, kick off our boots while I share the latest INSP news...

Since the beginning of January, 2020 - INSP has changed around their schedule a bit. The Waltons are gone, but not for long, as they'll be back in March!

However, all the classic westerns you remember, from Daniel Boone to The Big Valley, Gunsmoke, Bonanza, and lots more are on INSP's schedule - from morning's first dawn, high noon, and all through the dark of night!

Plus, "The Cowboy Way" returns with Season SIX and all new episodes this February!

Here are all the details straight-shootin' from INSP...


PRESS RELEASE:

THE COWBOY WAY - SEASON 6 - INSP

Buck Up

for the Season 6 Premiere

of INSP’s Award-winning

Original Series

The Cowboy Way

on Wednesday, February 5th at 8:00PM ET

WHO: Bubba Thompson, Cody Harris and Booger Brown

WHAT: Season premiere of The Cowboy Way

WHEN: Wednesday, February 5th at 8PM ET

WHERE: INSP - available on DIRECTV (channel 364); Dish (channel 259); AT&T U-Verse (channel 564); fios√ by Verizon (channel 286). To find out where to watch in your area, click here.

Big changes are coming for the cowboys and their families in season 6 of INSP’s original series, The Cowboy Way. While Bubba, Booger, and Cody have built a strong friendship and success as a company, the cowboys’ day-to-day work schedule and life on the road is taking its toll. With a desire to be home more as their families start to grow, they find their business at a crossroads.

Bubba, Booger, and Cody start exploring new ways to expand the company, and each is determined to do it on their own terms. Tensions start to rise as they struggle to see eye-to-eye about what their next move should be. Things get even more complicated when each cowboy is presented with a dream opportunity - leaving them to question if investing in their partnership is what is best - for themselves and their friendship. As they decide the fate of their future, the cowboys will have to make hard decisions that will put their friendship to the test.

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A little more on each Cowboy- from INSP:

Bubba Thompson is a rancher and skilled carpenter. He and wife, Kaley have a fun-loving relationship, often laced with good-humored “bets.” They have a daughter, Andie.

Retired pro-rodeo, calf-roping champ, Cody Harris produces popular rodeos. As he works at life on the other side of the arena fence, he is supported by his wife, Misty. They are devoted to each other, often sharing poignant moments and coming together to make those big life decisions. They have a young son, Carter.

Chris “Booger” Brown is an expert cattleman and a renowned horse and dog trainer. When it comes to joking around, he can give as good as he gets, but should a friend or neighbor need his help, the jokes take a back seat, and he’s ready to help in an instant. He is married to Jaclyn, a pharmacist, and is dad—and cowboy mentor—to young son, Matthew.

Together the cowboys own Faith Cattle Company. In each episode, you’ll share in Bubba’s, Cody’s and Booger’s emotional stories—the business and life challenges, the accomplishments, the joyful events, the unconditional support, the adventures, and lots of laughs.

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If you want to catch up or binge watch previous episodes of The Cowboy Way, you can watch Seasons 1 through 5 with Amazon Prime - CLICK HERE!

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Blessings, Net

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Update on my Precious Aunt and a Thoughtful Message from Hallmark Actor, Paul Greene...

Thank you all for your continued prayers for my precious Aunt. I feel the love and support of this dear "It's a Wonderful Movie" family, which means the world to me.

Each day she is a miracle, defying the odds the doctors have set before us. She fell on Friday and hit her head causing a brain bleed.

My aunt lives alone, but she has children, grandchildren, and siblings who check in on her, from time to time. However, since this occurred early in the day and many of them were at work, it could have been many, many hours before she was discovered. But the Good Lord had another plan. On Fridays, my aunt drives a neighbor/church friend to get her hair done, go shopping, out to eat, and pick up groceries, etc. Well, when my aunt didn't show up at their scheduled time, her friend became worried. She thankfully called their pastor and they went to check.

From there, my aunt was taken to the hospital, where we learned there was bleeding in her brain. She had stopped breathing in the ambulance and was put on a ventilator. The doctors said the bleeding was in the middle of the brain and there was nothing they could do surgically. They didn't give us much hope, at that point, but we didn't give up, we were all still interceding for her healing. I'm so grateful for each and everyone who said a prayer, too.

On Saturday, the doctors advised my cousins to remove their Mother from the ventilator, informing them she would most likely only live 10 minutes after doing so. The family all gathered around her singing praise songs and hymns. 10 minutes passed... 20... 30... and so on... and now nearly 48 hours have passed, and she is still breathing on her own- Praise God!!!

She looks comfortable as she is resting and I know this time is healing. Each step, each day has been a miracle, thus far, and I know there are many steps to go...

My family and I keep repeating the same scripture- that has given us great peace throughout this difficult time... "With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." ~Matthew 19:26 (NKJV)

When all of this first happened, I recalled right away that this similar event happened to Paul Greene's mother. (Paul Greene of "When Calls the Heart") I remembered praying for her and Paul when it occurred, and being so happy, rejoicing with their family when she recovered. Knowing Paul's mother was able to overcome this, gave me and my family such great hope. My Momma suggested reaching out to him and his Mother for prayer, so I sent a prayer request through my friend Ruth Hill, who I knew could get the message to Paul. Ruth responded right away and let me know she would be praying, along with Paul and his mother (a prayer warrior, as Ruth called her), with all of us. And Paul, so graciously and giving, sent the most beautiful, encouraging voice message to my Sister through Instagram, to play for my Aunt. Paul's reassuring, calming voice was telling my Aunt she could get through this, many people are praying for her; it is possible. It was such a precious moment when we played that message for her in the hospital; everyone became silent all at once and gathered around to listen. I just know if my Aunt could've responded at that moment, she would've been overwhelmed and elated by Paul's sweet message. She just loves "When Calls the Heart" and all the Hallmark movies. From now on, Paul will always have a special place in my families' heart. And as we all listened intently to Paul's message, who plays a physician on "When Calls the Heart," it was a comfort knowing our hope is in The Great Physician.

My aunt's condition is the same today, but we are beyond grateful she continues to breath on her own. Family stays by her side 24/7, and she is never alone. And we know The Lord has been by her side every moment along the way.

Thank you all for your continued prayers. If you would like to add her name to your prayer list, her first name is Margaret.

God Bless You All, Net

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