Manic: The weekends, just like the weeks, are manic this time of year! Managed: Finding a few minutes to take a quick nap and nothing is better than snuggling up with your pet….that is if you can make room next to your furry friend! To see what I mean, take a look at this week’s […]
Mix It Up Day is Coming!
October 17, 2012 By
Manic: The cafeteria at the schools can get manic at times! And I’m sure there are a lot of kids who feel anxious about meeting new friends at school. Managed: Kids participating in the annual Mix It Up Day at schools that recognize and honor this day that is all about kids meeting new kids […]
My Thoughts on My New IPhone 5
October 16, 2012 By
Manic: My kids both have birthdays coming up in the next few weeks! Managed: My daughter got me when she suggested that the only present she desired was my old iPhone 4S. Clever since she knew that my contract was up and that the new iPhone 5 came in! So, she talked me into it […]
Our Powder Room Mini Makeover
October 10, 2012 By
Manic: Our downstairs guest powder room! After living in our home for 7 years, the wallpaper was peeling off and was filled with unsightly streaks of soap and water stains near the sink! I dreaded it when guests needed to use the bathroom. Managed: Asking my family for a bathroom makeover for my birthday gift […]
Shop Pink Beauty Products for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 4, 2012 By
Manic: October because it is the kick-off to the holiday season and life gets even busier this month, but do make time to shop pink to support the fight against breast cancer. Managed: Found some terrific beauty products that all give back during the month of October to help fund research and support for those […]
Cool Cat Scratching Tools to Train Your Cat
October 3, 2012 By
Manic: My house at times with not one, not two…but three cats living in our household and basking in our love. In fact, these three felines are almost perfect pets. They don’t have accidents, we can leave them all day long, they are affectionate and loyal…but they do scratch our furniture! Managed: When guest writer […]
Fab Fashions that Flatter
October 2, 2012 By
Manic: Shopping for hip and fun clothes that will flatter my 40-something figure and not make me look like I’m trying to dress too young for my age. Managed: Went to see my favorite fashion expert, Heather, owner of The Purple Skirt boutique in Ahwatukee and of Dominque R in Scottsdale and she shared some […]
Pet Products that Please Both Pets & People!
September 20, 2012 By
Manic: Adding a third cat to our household! Call me crazy, but we gave our daughter our blessing to rescue a kitten several months ago and…thank goodness…it has gone pretty well! Managed: Buying the right products to keep our home clean and organized, even with the addition of a third pet! So, I put some […]
Yoga with Your Dog? Check Out Doga!
September 19, 2012 By
Manic: Me….but less so now since I’ve been doing yoga! Managed: And when guest writer and fitness writer, Marguerite Boyer, asked if she could tell our readers about doing yoga with your dog, I was quite intrigued, so I agreed! Read all about it… Marguerite says: Doga – Yoga with Your Dog Yes, you read […]
AZ Local: Helping our Neighbors in Need
September 12, 2012 By
Manic: Everyday life for so many of those in need of the basic things that so many of us take for granted like food, clothing, shampoo and more! Managed: Since managedmoms.com is headquartered in the Phoenix/Ahwatukee/Chandler/Kyrene schools area, we are proud to partner with the Kyrene Resource Center (KRC) to provide those in need with the […]
Six Easy Steps to Transform Your Living Room
September 6, 2012 By
Manic: My mind when I think about how I want to update my home decor on a limited budget and with very little free time to do so! Managed: Received a great article about how to transform a living room with a few simple steps from guest writer Justin Greig. Justin says: Transform any living […]
Weekly Pet Pic: Celebrating Sweet Sinclair
September 2, 2012 By
Today’s weekly pet pic honors my cousin Terri’s beautiful little cat, Sinclair. For 18 years, Sinclair was Terri’s constant companion, as you can see here as she helps her Mom with her college studies. And look at her funny back paws stuck straight up in the air! So cute…. Sinclair passed away on August 16th […]
Freebie Friday Winner!
August 31, 2012 By
Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did our winner win? What is next week’s cool prize? Keep on reading!! And remember if you are a subscriber, then you are automatically entered in our weekly drawing for great prizes that include beauty items, cookware, jewelry and more! Lots of cool stuff! Now, let’s announce […]
Staying Hydrated with Good Drinks & Foods
August 21, 2012 By
Manic: My schedule yesterday with events scheduled on the hour from sunrise to sunset! While attending my last event, my son’s high school curriculum night, last night, I wasn’t feeling so hot. I then realized that I had let myself get dehydrated…and of course, I forgot to bring a water bottle with me as I […]
Makeup Brush Tips from Celebrity Pro/Makeup Artist Karen Hall
August 19, 2012 By
Manic: My makeup drawer and my bundle of brushes! Managed: Getting some great advice from professional/celebrity makeup artist Karen Hall on the different types of makeup brushes. She streamlines which ones are the right ones to spend our hard earned beauty cash on and I love her tips! Check it out…. Karen says: When it […]
