Manic: In these crazy days with the manic schedules we keep, sometimes I have to really remind myself to model respectful behavior, like when I’m in line at the school and the car in front of me fails to move forward, slowing the entire line down…which can result in unwanted tardies. Oh the stress of […]
You Gotta Know About This! Free New Service Keeps You in the Know on Valley Events
January 19, 2012 By
Manic: When we don’t have practice, rehearsal, homework and appointments, I actually get to plan something fun for the family to do, but where do I start when it comes to checking out the many events that Phoenix has to offer every weekend? Managed: One of our managedmoms.com writers, Angelic, has the answer with the […]
Family-Friendly Activities in Vegas
January 17, 2012 By
Manic: Our annual hockey tourney that takes place in Las Vegas right on the heels of the end of the holiday season. Managed: If you have to take your family to Vegas, there are some family-friendly activities that are appropriate, but be warned that your kids may see some PG-13 and even some R-rated characters […]
There’s Something Special About Being 10….Remembering Tucson
January 10, 2012 By
As I was reminded that yesterday was the 1-year anniversary of the horrible tragedy in Tucson that left an amazing group of citizens dead from a crazed gunman, I’m also reminded that the youngest victim, Christina Taylor Green, should be 10 years old now. In fact, she should have turned 10 on September 11th…the 10th […]
AZ Local: We Tried the Phoenix Downtown Outdoor Ice Rink in 85 Degree Weather!
January 4, 2012 By
Manic: My kids were manic and antsy about the last day of winter break, so they told me that they wanted to do “one more fun thing” before heading back to school! Managed: I told them that if they worked hard in the morning taking down holiday decorations, doing chores and helping me with the […]
Setting Goals with Kids for the New Year
January 3, 2012 By
Manic: So focused on my own New Years resolutions and goals, that I forget to help my kids set some New Years goals, too! Managed: When managedmoms.com writer and expert, Lisa Walton asked me about writing a piece about setting goals with your kids, I readily agreed that this is a good idea! And she […]
Family Movie Review: I’m Sold on the “We Bought A Zoo” Movie…but PG Rating Questionable
December 31, 2011 By
Manic: Finding myself spending all day cleaning and organizing, as we approach the New Year. Managed: Stopped cleaning and made time tonight to take my 10-year-old daughter to see the new movie “We Bought A Zoo” (www.weboughtazoo.com) and here is our review of the film…. Rated PG, I found this film to be a little […]
Teaching Kids the Caring Character Trait, Especially During the Holidays
December 8, 2011 By
Manic: The holidays, period! And it can be hard to take time to remember that the season is truly about caring and giving, but it is a good idea to set the example for our kids. Managed: Our writer, Lisa Walton, also a teacher and a Mom, asked me is she could share some fun […]
One Mom’s Touching Story about her Daughter’s Diabetes
November 14, 2011 By
Today is World Diabetes Day, so our managedmoms.com writer, teacher Lisa Walton, asked if she could share her story about a very special little girl who is battling the disease and how the shocking diagnosis turned her family’s world upside down. So in honor of all of those who suffer from Diabetes and the caregivers that care for those afflicted with this serious disorder, this touching story is […]
Tips for Teaching Our Kids To Have Good Character
November 1, 2011 By
Can you believe that it is November 1st already?! Crazy how time flies! As families continue to run at a rapid pace, we need to take the time to teach our kids about character and how to be good citizens. I try to remember to not only tell my kids about being respectful, doing the […]
Quick & Easy Last Minute Dinner Ideas
October 31, 2011 By
Manic: Halloween being on a Monday night and have to quickly get some good food into my kids before the onslaught of candy comes home! Managed: Thought of some quick and easy dinner ideas. Here are some fast food fixes before your family hits the trick-or-treating trail! *Put out a veggie tray, fruit and some […]
Halloween Decor Done by a Kid…and on a Budget!
October 26, 2011 By
Manic: Finding time to keep my promise to my daughter that we would fill our home, inside and out, with Halloween decor…and do it on a tight budget! Managed: Making the time and listening to her ideas….and then letting her implement her thoughts into holiday decor. She came up with some great stuff! She also incorporated […]
Tips for Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences
October 25, 2011 By
Manic: How has our kids’ 1st quarter already flown by? And how do we make the best of the few minutes we get with teachers for this year’s first parent-teacher conferences? Managed: Asked managedmoms.com writer and teacher Lisa Walton for some tips when it comes to making the most out of those conferences. With two kids […]
