A good night’s sleep. It is one of life’s pleasures if you can get it. My New Year’s resolution to be healthier overall includes cleaner eating (I have lost 10 pounds since I started this in November), less booze (not as hard as I thought it would be to decrease, I am happy to report), […]
Freebie Friday Winner!
It’s Friday so that means that it is Freebie Friday!! Earlier this week we blogged that we would give away this official Starbucks cute and cozy mug and peppermint hot cocoa set! If you entered the drawing then your name went in the drawing that we do through random.org! We had a good group of […]
Another Anniversary! 26 Years & Counting-Why It Works
Happy 26th Wedding Anniversary to my hubs. What a journey it has been and as we approach a very different empty-nesting chapter in late 2020 (is that really next year?!). I reflect on the peaks and valleys of a long-lasting marriage. Wedded bliss days and some challenging times make a 26-year union so far something […]
New Year, New Batch of Prize Drawings
It’s a new year and managedmoms.com has great prizes to give away so let’s kick off this week with this sweet & sturdy official Starbucks mug/hot cocoa set. This is nice for a Valentine’s gift idea or wedding gift. Or keep for yourself to enjoy. This set comes with two sturdy glass Starbucks mugs with […]
Quick Simple Savory Salmon 3-Ingredient Recipe
Manic: January is crazy busy for all it seems and you want to make a quick homemade dinner for the family in record time. Healthy salmon sounds good but you don’t have the time or ingredients on hand to make it right. Managed: I remembered that I had the easiest salmon recipe that only requires the […]
New Year Mental Mantras Equals Good Goals
Happy 2019! Have you ever heard a quote or words of wisdom that you bookmark in your mind and maybe even implement because the words are smart, have heart and work?! I have and I am thankful. Instead of a firm New Year’s resolution, I am reflecting on key phrases, mantras, words of wisdom…whatever you […]
Holiday Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Recipe
Top your holiday desserts with this festive red and green topped homemade vanilla bean ice cream! Your holiday guests will love it! Who says ice cream is just for summer? If you own an ice cream maker, this recipe is for you. Your holiday guests will cheer when they see that ice cream is near, […]
Last Minute Stocking Stuffers
Christmas is next week! If Santa needs a little help with stuffing stockings, I’ve found some unique and fun ideas for all on your list. I showed this fun array of ideas today on my Your Life Arizona morning show. Take a look… I recently heard about a unique boutique called In The Pink, located […]
Makeup Brush Set Winner!!
Thanks to all of you who entered the drawing this week for the the beautiful makeup brush set that is valued at $90! This 10-piece set is made by Wet n Wild, is pretty in pink and makes the perfect holiday gift! So who is our lucky winner today? Who did random.org draw!! The winner […]
Another Holiday Gift Giveaway Drawing!
We are deep in the season now! So this week we are doing a drawing for a chance to win a beautiful makeup brush set that is valued at $90! This 10-piece set is made by Wet n Wild and is pretty in pink… Want a chance to win this awesome holiday gift or keep […]
Easy & Festive Green Enchilada Holiday Recipe
Yum! Several years ago Shamrock Farms hired me to cook some of my family’s favorite recipes in my home. I signed on and we had a blast! Here is one of the recipes that ran that demonstrates how to make my family’s favorite Green Chicken Enchiladas from my own kitchen. These enchiladas are mild, tasty […]
My Favorite Family Passed Down Holiday Dessert Recipe
My favorite family passed down recipe is called Pumpkin Supreme. I have renamed it Pleasing Pumpkin Supreme. The first time I tried my sister-in-law’s festive pumpkin dessert many Christmas Eves ago, my taste buds lit up like a Christmas tree. Different from pumpkin pie with a sweeter and more decadent twist, this stuff is deeelish! […]
Santa Tote Bag Winner!
Thanks to all who entered! These tote bags are hot items! Before we announce the winner of this fun and festive Santa tote bag, we must thank Teresa with Teresa’s Creative Gifts for sharing this awesome prize with managedmoms.com to give away! Be sure to check out her online unique gift boutique at this link! […]
Another Holiday Gift Giveaway Drawing!
As promised, since we are in the season, here is another awesome holiday gift giveaway drawing! Today’s item is another one of those festive, fun, oversized and beautiful holiday totes from the awesome Teresa’s Creative Gifts. Teresa has my favorite online unique gift boutique ever! Look how cute this tote will look under your Christmas […]
Santa Evidence Kit Winner!!!
Thanks to everyone who entered the drawing for this super cute Santa Evidence Kit that will add loads of fun to Christmas morning with the little ones! Today’s winner gets this… Before we announce the winner, we want to give a shout-out to Teresa’s Creative Gifts for providing today’s fun prize to give away in […]