My daughter is worried. We got word this week that my daughter’s beloved second home (as she calls it), the Ahwatukee Children’s Theatre (ACT) may have to close their doors. Once she heard this, she sat down at the computer and thoughtful words poured out of her heart and on to the keyboard. She first reflected […]
Our Top 10 Maui Moments To Remember & Recommend
August 24, 2014 By
Now that the crazy busy school year is back in full swing, I have found myself day dreaming more than once about our magical Maui trip that we took in June. It was our first time to Hawaii and it was as wonderful as everyone had told us it would be. A lot of […]
Tween Tips from a Tween on Balancing a Busy Bee Life!
August 20, 2014 By
Manic: Our kids’ busy schedules. Were we this busy when we were kids?! I don’t think so. My daughter is a go getter and she takes on a lot and challenges herself with a slightly perfectionist personality that she works on balancing. Last year she balanced show choir, three musical productions (both in school and with […]
A Texting PSA With A Lesson For Teens & Parents
August 12, 2014 By
I had to share this texting PSA because it affected me unlike any of the others that I have seen. It is not graphic and it is done in good taste with a lesson for us parents as well. I made both of my kids watch this super short video that leaves you thinking about […]
Back to School Adjusting Advice For Parents & Kids…From a Kid!
August 10, 2014 By
Manic: Back to school can be manic for our kids and they don’t always know how to express that to us. Managed: My tween daughter asked me if she could share a few tips for kids and their parents when it comes to easing back into a busy back to school schedule. She wrote this […]
Kid & Mom Approved Lunch Box Menu Ideas
August 6, 2014 By
Manic: Coming up with lunch menu ideas day after day that both my kids and I can agree on since we want tasty, but healthy items. Managed: Brainstormed with my kids and came up with several ideas, like this one that is pictured. Watch my morning show segment below to see several other ideas, plus […]
And Just Like That….Hello Junior Year & 7th Grade
August 4, 2014 By
Manic: Raising kids…and the hectic back to school season. Managed: Taking it all in because, just like that, I now have a 7th grader and a high school junior. Where does time go?! Here are their first day pics. She posed for me and let me take several shots. He barely let me take one […]
Ways To Save on Back To School Shopping
July 30, 2014 By
For a lot of parents this time of year can be costly with back to school supplies, shoes and clothing needed to start another school year. So I did some research to see how to save when it comes to those shopping trips that add up fast. Here is what I came up with….
Better Beverage Ideas for Families
July 21, 2014 By
It is a constant struggle trying to keep my kids hydrated and away from the overwhelming number of sugary and unhealthy drinks that line store shelves and tempt consumers. They get so tired of plain water, so here are some healthy alternatives that we experimented with this summer. Of course, it is crucial to make […]
Fun Family Fitness Ideas & Thanks To My Tween & Pals For Helping Demo This On 3TV
July 16, 2014 By
Manic: Getting in enough daily exercise as an adult and enough family time, too. Managed: Fun and healthy ideas that makes exercise fun with games that will keep you and your kids moving and interested. I recently cohosted this recent “Your Life A to Z” morning show segment with fitness expert Wendie Marlais and she […]
How Sun Savvy Are You? Take This Quiz To See!
July 15, 2014 By
Manic: Making sure that my family applies sunscreen each time they leave to swim, play golf and more here in our hot and powerful Arizona sun. Managed: According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, Arizona ranks #2 in the world for skin cancer rates, so we can’t be too careful living here especially. So […]
My Final & Favorite Baby Products Review Cuz These Are Invented By Parents!
July 14, 2014 By
My final baby product segment, that I reviewed for our cohost Kyle who is expecting, is my favorite one of all that I did on the KTVK “Your Life A to Z” morning show because these products were invented by parents. So this stuff really works. Need a baby shower gift? Are you expecting? You […]
Smart Super Simple Summer Snack Ideas
July 12, 2014 By
Manic: Keeping hungry kids satisfied with snacks that are also healthy, hydrating and simple to put out when I’m in a rush. Managed: Remembering a great tip that managedmoms.com writer, Lisa Walton gave us that is simple and smart, so I recently shared it in a “Your Life A to Z” quick tip morning show […]
Celebrity Baby Product Favorites
July 11, 2014 By
Progressing through my baby week theme on the KTVK “Your Life A to Z” morning show, I showed some cool stuff for babies that are all the rage with the stars in Hollywood and in New York. The stroller that does it all, customized baby bonnets instead of the unisex cap the hospital gives you […]
How To Swaddle A Baby The Easy Way
July 11, 2014 By
Check out this cool tool out that makes swaddling a newborn baby simple! I love that this handy blanket was invented by a Dad, too. Go Dad.
