Manic: Winter weather everywhere that does a number on your skin, hair and more. Here in the Arizona desert, we get fickle weather with chilly temps one day followed by warm temperatures the next and that does a number on our skin and more. Managed: Decided to ask my gal pals what their favorite winter […]
My Surprise Letter That I Will Forever Cherish
February 26, 2013 By
If you have been following our family’s fostering adventures with Oliver the cat, then you know that his new family came to get him last night. And great news! They texted me today that he is doing great, playing with his new human girls and purring for his new human parents. He loves his new […]
Awesome Project For Recycling/Saving Kids’ Sports Jerseys!
February 25, 2013 By
Manic: After years of hockey, our son’s jerseys are taking up space and this is space in my home that I want back, but parting with these jerseys is sentimental and may not be what my son has in mind, either. Managed: Sharing a great YouTube video from my gal pal, the very talented Lisa […]
My Tween’s $119 Budget Bed Buying & Selling Success Story
February 19, 2013 By
Manic: How fast our kids grow and how their tastes and style change just as fast resulting in our daughter asking for a new bed to suit her new style. My initial reaction was no way as her current bed was only a couple of years old and I didn’t want to spend money on […]
Healthy Dental Tips Every Parent Should Know
February 11, 2013 By
Manic: My kids’ inconsistent dental hygiene. And now that they are older, I wish I would have done a few things differently when they were little when it comes to teaching them good dental habits. Managed: Inviting local dentist John Dougherty D.D.S., MAGD to share his tips that he says every parent should know. […]
Mom Tested Home Remedies for Cold & Flu
January 25, 2013 By
Manic: This cold and flu season for so many of my friends….our family hasn’t been sick yet…knock on some major wood! Managed: Asked my gal pals what their favorite home remedies are for illness and I got some great answers, to take a look and be well out there…
Happy 20 Honey!
January 16, 2013 By
Manic: Having our 20th wedding anniversary hit today when there is no way that either one of have one second to celebrate with our kids’ schedules, home repairs, both of our job deadlines and more! Managed: Accepting that it is OK to celebrate another day and to remember to look back today….and to be grateful! […]
New Years Day Thoughts Instead of Resolutions!
January 1, 2013 By
Manic: Thinking about pressuring myself to get going on New Years resolutions! Managed: Taking a different approach this year to instead start the year by taking some pressure off myself to replace the usual New Year’s resolution with a cool new monthly family tradition and daily positive thoughts. Before I explain my anti New Years […]
The Aftermath…What Are You Saying To Your Kids?
December 15, 2012 By
Today is Saturday, the day I usually post a cute pet pic, but I’m not feeling that today because my heart is so heavy from the horrific and heart-wrenching school shooting that broke our nation’s hearts yesterday. So instead I’m asking you to please leave a comment here with your advice, as parents, on how […]
Review of Healthy Juice & Veggie Pouch Brands for Adults & Kids
November 8, 2012 By
Manic: Constantly telling my kids no to sugary drinks! The sugar and the caffeine are nothing but empty calories. Managed: Accepted a written review of the Peter Rabbit Organics and Buddy Fruits juice pack lines by guest writer, Jenny Dean. I must tell you that I have not personally tried the line yet, so read on to see […]
Getting Brand Name Clothes for Your Kids for Less
November 6, 2012 By
Manic: The short amount of time my kids go from one size to another. Me, and my bank account, just can’t keep up! Managed: Receiving a request from guest writer, Kelita Jean Klein to share an article about how to get brand name clothes for your kids for less money. I am all over that, so […]
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 […]
Tips to Pace Yourself During These Crazy Busy Holiday Months!
October 15, 2012 By
Manic: My brain as I realize that now that Fall Break is over, I’m about to launch into a very busy, crazy, hectic and insane fall/winter schedule! These coming weeks bring three birthdays in our family, several hockey trips for my son’s travel team, a big hockey tournament, Thanksgiving, holiday shopping, auditions for my daughter, […]
How Our Fall Break Turned Into a Physical Therapy Vacation!
October 6, 2012 By
Manic: Having a teenage boy in multiple sports activities that includes hockey, high school golf training and his newest interest….weight training. It became manic when he hobbled over to my car on Thursday with extreme back pain. Yikes! Managed: Going with my gut and trusting my mother’s instinct that we should go straight to the […]
