Weekly Words of Wisdom

Happy Saturday.  Time for our weekly words of wisdom.  This one was sent to us from managedmoms.com subscriber, Bruce.  I think this is a great one to share with our kids as they come into their own and this works for us grown-ups, too….   Since I can’t enlarge the image, here it is again….. […]

Freebie Friday Winner!

Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did our winner win?  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 this week’s lucky winner…. This week’s […]

My Manic Managed Mom’s Guide to Family Wellness

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 […]

Honoring The Life of a Girl’s First Pet

I remember when my lovely niece, Julie first came to visit us when she was just a little girl.  It was super fun to have our school-aged niece stay a weekend with us, her auntie and uncle.  We didn’t have any children yet, so she was a thrill to have for several days and I […]

Weekly Words of Wisdom

This week’s words of wisdom are so simple and yet make such good sense.  The next time your find yourself nervous about being in a situation or a place that you don’t feel sure of….or even in the event that you have to attend something that you would rather not, take Jay Leno’s advice.  On […]

Freebie Friday Winner!

Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did our winner win?  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 this week’s lucky winner…. This week’s […]

Drug Store Beauty Products Put to the Test!

This week I did another installment of my beauty packaging pros and cons segment.  My gal pal test panel and my managedmoms.com writer, Bianca all tried out beauty items to let you know if they deliver on their promises.  We tried a couple of hair tools, eye shadows, a new charcoal facial cleanser and more. […]

Love These Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For All!

Manic:  Another holiday, just when you think the holiday season is over! Managed:  Had a blast shopping for some unique, thoughtful and fun Valentine’s Day gift ideas for that special someone, your kids or even a friend that you want to cheer up on heart day.  Take a look at what I found….

This Week’s Words of Wisdom

Thank you to our managedmoms.com subscriber, Bruce with Creating Your Own Economy for sending us some good words of wisdom when it comes to being motivated and planning your future.  I also think these two phrases work well when raising kids who have future dreams, too.  Take a look and be inspired.  Here is the first […]

Freebie Friday Winner!

Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did our winner win?  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 this week’s lucky winner…. This week’s […]

A Unique Valentine’s Day Gift Idea That Gives Back

If you are looking for a unique Valentine’s Day gift idea that gives back, consider sending that special someone a singing Valentine.  Phoenix barbershop quartet, Vocal Edition does just that and they give a portion of the proceeds back to the Youth In Harmony foundation that supports youth participating in the Fine Arts.The money provides […]

Weekly Pet Pic: Lovely Libbie

This week’s pet pics come from a cute kitty that resides in Houston.  Her name is Libbie and her Mama, Terri sent us her pictures.  Check out the lovely and lounging Libbie…. The Lovely Libbie….The Lounging Libbie….I hope you all found some time to lounge on this fun SuperBowl weekend.  Have a great week and […]

This Week’s Words of Wisdom

Thank you to my readers who have sent in some cool words of wisdom since I started this weekly Saturday post.  Today’s comes from our reader, Jodie (Jodie says that this quote is by Carol Clendinen) and it struck me because so far 2014 has presented our family with a couple of challenges that were unforseen, […]

Freebie Friday Winner!

  Who is our Freebie Friday winner today? What did our winner win?  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 this week’s lucky winner…. This […]

Teen Boy Talking Tips for Adjusting Moms

Manic:  How fast your son goes from being a little boy to a big strapping teenager.  My 16-year-old guy is now 6’1 and towers over me…and he doesn’t always want to hang out or chat with me like before. Managed:  Got some good advice from a few moms that have raised teen boys ahead of […]