I've got to be honest with you.
Every new year, I tell myself, this is the year I'm going to eat better.
And every year work gets busy, the family is ready to eat and somehow we're back to the same rushed dinners on repeat.
This year, I want a reset, not another repeat.
That's when I tried Marley Spoon and it simplified our life and actually changed the quality of the food we eat.
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So here's a moment every parent understands.
Your kids are restless, full of energy, and you're hoping to find something that's more than just entertainment.
Fortunately, when learning feels like play, everyone wins.
That's why Cocomelon's Sing and Play with JJ caught us by surprise.
From the moment it started on our smart TV, our kids weren't sitting still.
They were dancing, singing, laughing, and clapping along with JJ and friends.
What makes it different is the interactive technology.
The characters respond to kids' voices and movements, turning the experience into something that feels active and playful rather than passive watching.
Designed with input from early childhood experts.
Cocomelon Sing and Play with JJ supports language growth rhythm, coordination and confidence.
It's completely ad-free, hands-free and made for the big screen, so there's no remote or distractions.
Our kids felt like they were part of the fun and we love seeing learning happen naturally through music, movement and smiles.
So if you want screen time that feels like playtime you can feel good about, give it a try.
Cocomelon Sing and Play with JJ is available now in the Volley app on your smart TV.
Just search Volley in your TV's app store and start your free trial of Cocomelon.
Sing and Play with JJ today.
Did you know next month, February 2026, a very special event will take place in Italy?
This worldwide sport event is the Winter Olympics.
You may know about the Summer Olympics, but did you know about the Olympics?
That is focused on winter sports?
The Winter Olympics are one of the most exciting events in the world.
They bring together athletes from many countries to compete in sports that take place on snow and ice.
These games celebrate skill, teamwork, and the joy of winter.
From fast skiing down tall mountains to graceful skating on frozen rinks, the Winter Olympics show what humans can do when they train hard and believe in themselves.
The Winter Olympics began in 1924 in a small town called Chamonix, France.
At that time, winter sports were growing in popularity, especially in cold, snowy countries.
The first Winter Olympics included only a few sports, like ice hockey, figure skating and skiing.
Athletes came from just 16 countries, and the games were much smaller than they are today.
Still, people loved them, and the Winter Olympics quickly became a tradition.
At first, the Winter Olympics were held in the same year as the Summer Olympics.
Later, in 1994, the schedule changed so that the Winter and Summer Games would be held two years apart.
This gave each event more attention and made the Winter Olympics even more special.
Over time, more sports were added.
Today, the Winter Olympics include exciting events like alpine skiing snowboarding, speed skating bobsledding, luge curling, freestyle skiing and biathlon.
Each sport has its own skills and challenges.
Some are fast and thrilling, while others require careful balance and perfect timing.
One of the most popular Winter Olympic sports is figure skating.
Skaters glide across the ice, spinning, jumping, and dancing to music.
Judges score them based on skill, creativity, and beauty.
Many people enjoy watching figure skating because it combines sports and art.
Ice hockey is another favorite.
Teams race across the ice, passing the puck and trying to score goals.
The games are fast, exciting, and full of teamwork.
Skiing events are also a big part of the Winter Olympics.
Alpine skiers race down steep mountain slopes at high speeds, making sharp turns along the way.
Cross-country skiers travel long distances across snowy trails, testing their strength and endurance.
Ski jumping is especially thrilling, as athletes soar through the air after launching off a tall ramp, trying to land as far as possible.
Snowboarding joined the Winter Olympics in 1998 and quickly became popular, especially with younger fans.
Snowboarders perform tricks, jumps, and fast runs down snowy courses.
Events like the Half Pipe and Big Air show creativity and courage as athletes fly high above the snow.
Some Winter Olympic sports may seem unusual at first.
Curling, for example, is played on ice with heavy stones.
Players slide the stones toward a target, while teammates sweep the ice to help guide the stone.
Curling is often called chess on ice because it requires careful planning and teamwork.
Bobsled, luge, and skeleton are all sliding sports that take place on icy tracks.
In bobsledding, teams ride in a sled together, racing down twisting courses at very high speeds.
Luge athletes lie on their backs and steer their sleds feet first, while skeleton racers go head first, making it one of the most daring sports in the Olympics.
The Winter Olympics are not just about sports.
They're also about countries coming together in peace and friendship.
Athletes march into the opening ceremony carrying their nation's flags.
They trade pins, cheer for each other, and show respect, even when they are competing.
The Olympic rings represent this unity, showing how people from all over the world can come together through sport.
The opening and closing ceremonies are always special.
Host countries use music, dance, lights, and storytelling to share their culture with the world.
These ceremonies help people learn about different traditions and histories, making the Olympics a celebration of both sports and culture.
Many unforgettable moments have happened at the Winter Olympics.
Athletes have overcome injuries, set world records and surprised everyone with amazing performances.
Some athletes return home as heroes, while others simply feel proud to have competed.
Every athlete, whether they win a medal or not, shows courage by stepping onto the world stage.
The Winter Olympics have also helped make winter sports safer and more popular.
Better equipment, improved training and safer courses have allowed athletes to perform at higher levels while reducing risks.
Kids around the world have been inspired to try skiing skating, hockey and snowboarding after watching the games.
The Winter Olympics are always held in places with cold winters and plenty of snow or ice.
Past host cities include places like Innsbruck in Austria, Calgary in Canada, Lillehammer in Norway, Salt Lake City in the United States and Pyeongchang in South Korea.
Each host city brings its own style and traditions to the Games.
Like I said earlier, the next Winter Olympics will take place in Milano, Cortina, Italy.
This will be a special moment, as Italy has a long history with winter sports, especially skiing in the Alps.
Athletes will compete among beautiful mountains, snowy slopes, and historic towns.
The 2026 Winter Olympics will bring the world together once again to celebrate winter sport and teamwork.
The Olympics also remind us that athletes train for many years for just a few moments on the world stage.
They wake up early, practice every day, and push through hard days.
They learn how to handle wins and losses with grace Their dedication teaches an important lesson.
Success often comes from patience, effort, and never giving up.
The Winter Olympics are not just about being the fastest or strongest.
They are about trying your best, supporting your teammates, and respecting your opponents.
They show that people from different countries, languages and cultures can share the same dreams and cheer for each other.
Every four years when the snow falls and the Olympic flame is lit, the world stops to watch.
Families gather around screens, classrooms follow along and young athletes dream of one day wearing their country's colors.
Whether it's a skier racing down a mountain or a skater spinning under bright lights, the Winter Olympics continue to inspire wonder and excitement.
From their small beginning in 1924 to the grand events we see today, the Winter Olympics have grown into something truly special.
They remind us that winter can be a time of warmth, joy, and shared celebration.
And as the world looks toward the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, a new chapter of snowy adventures and unforgettable moments is waiting to begin.
