Want a yummy and healthy recipe that is packed with veggies AND is kid friendly? Then you have to got to try this amazing recipe for Lemon Chicken with Spring Veggies and Orzo Pasta. A huge thanks to Celebrity/Professional Chef Chuck Wiley from Hotel Valley Ho’s Cafe ZuZu for letting me share his recipe that is perfect for Spring. […]
All Natural Kitchen Cleaning & Food Tips From the Manic Managed Mom’s Mom
April 12, 2014 By
On a recent trip to see my mother, I sat in the kitchen and watched her show me tip after tip about all natural recipes, cooking, cleaning and more when it comes to a healthy kitchen. No wonder I make a living showing tips in my weekly morning show segments. I get it from my […]
Simple Smart Snack Swaps That Taste Great
April 8, 2014 By
Manic: My continued quest to find smart family food swaps my family will eat. This was my New Year’s Resolution and for the most part, we are sticking to it! Managed: Success (on most days anyway) as I share a yummy chocolate banana milkshake recipe that tastes like ice cream but has none of that […]
Feeling Frustrated for my Feverish Girl
March 17, 2014 By
Right now, my daughter is supposed to be at her tech rehearsal for the big Ahwatukee Children’s Theater production of “High School Musical 2” that opens this weekend. But she’s not. Instead she is here at home, on Tylenol because she is battling a 102 fever. Yep, she is sick again. When the school called […]
Chicken with Mushrooms & Pearl Onions Recipe
February 25, 2014 By
Manic: So far sticking with my New Year’s resolution to cook more whole food meals for my family in spite of a very busy schedule. Managed: Accepting that cooking 4 to 5 times a week is a victory and to not worry about the other couple of nights when a pizza arrives or we are […]
My Manic Managed Mom’s Guide to Family Wellness
February 19, 2014 By
Manic: Trying to keep my family…and myself well….amid cold and flu season and a very busy family schedule that doesn’t ever seem to slow down. Managed: Shared some home remedy ideas that helped my son recover from pneumonia quickly and some wellness ideas for us women! Take a look and be well and feel well […]
Our Frustrating Week & A Health Tip To Know About!
December 19, 2013 By
Manic: The week before Christmas all by itself is manic enough…and then your kid gets sick and it is manic with a capital M! Managed: Literally had to come to a screeching halt and prioritize, which meant everything got canceled (even any blog posts that I would have usually done this week) until we could […]
A Crucial Contact Sports Safety Tip
November 20, 2013 By
Manic: Me through the years watching my boy play hockey since the 2nd grade. At times, I definitely worried about injuries and especially with the many missing teeth hockey jokes I heard. Managed: Fortunately, so far my boy’s injuries have been minor with one broken wrist and one broken ankle that both healed beautifully. We […]
AZ Local: Cool Color Me Rad 5K Phoenix Run & Enter to Win Free Registration!
November 4, 2013 By
I have a lot of friends who are runners and absolutely love it, so when I heard about this colorful, unique run that benefits the Breast Cancer Society, I had to share the details. Lauren (who signed her email to me “the coolest Color Me Rad customer service dudette”) has the fun scoop on this […]
Beneficial Beauty Ideas & Products for the On the Go Gal
September 26, 2013 By
Manic: I swear, this year more than any other! My life has been crazy with schedules that are busier than ever before. Managed: I have really been trying to do what I can to stay healthy, feel good and look good even though I’m running in several different directions and am constantly on the go, […]
At Home Spa Stuff For Her
August 30, 2013 By
Manic: A lot of my gal pals (and me) now that the busy school year is back in session. I’m also hearing from my friends who don’t have kids that they are crazy busy, too and with the holiday season quickly approaching, it is only going to get worse. Managed: Took some time out to […]
The Beat The Bloat Natural Remedy That Worked For Me
August 26, 2013 By
Manic: The way I felt yesterday after something I ate (I think it was roasted garlic and jalapenos) made my tummy poke out just minutes later. That bloated feeling came on quickly and it was uncomfortable. Managed: Tried a few natural remedies and they worked so well that I decided to share this with you today. […]
My Seven Successful SOS (Snack Off Solutions) for Surviving Summer Break Without Weight Gain
July 16, 2013 By
Manic: My weight every summer when the kids go on break and I find myself snacking more right along with them. In previous summers, I usually gained a good 5 pounds or more by the time they returned to school. Managed: Got it together this summer and implemented what I call my SOS tips….snack off solutions […]
