For Furry Family Members: Day 3 Holiday Giveaway Drawing

As we progress through our holiday giveaway week, today’s prize is for the dogs…and cats! Even if you have one or the other, still enter the drawing because you can give the other pet gift to a family member or friend who has a cat or dog.  First the feline prize, a cute and yummy […]

My 3TV Segment – Holiday Gift Ideas

If you saw my 3TV segment on the KTVK “Your Life A to Z” show this week, you will know that I showed lots of gift ideas! Ideas for everyone, like teachers and even the furry family members. Here is the information for each item I showed with links on how to purchase, too. Meaningful […]

Different Than Pumpkin Pie…Try Pumpkin Supreme!

If you are not a pumpkin pie fan, but like pumpkin desserts or if you want something a little different from the usual pumpkin pie, try this scrumptious pumpkin supreme recipe.  Several years ago, I asked my sister-in-law for her Texas family’s recipe for my all-time favorite dessert that she makes for us every Thanksgiving […]

My Thanksgiving Table Decor Deals & Ideas

Warm and inviting Thanksgiving table decor can set the mood and get the festivities going.  After I posted a quick picture of my Thanksgiving table on Facebook, I had a lot of compliments and some questions about where I found my festive items.  Love that and love my holiday table! So I decided to share in […]

Holiday Gift Ideas Shown In My 3TV Morning Show Segment

If you caught my morning show segment on KTVK’s “Your Life A to Z’ show today and want to know where to get the cool gift ideas I showed, here is the information…   I found quite the find at FOUND By Domestic Bliss store in Chandler.  I love locally owned unique boutiques and FOUND is so […]

AZ Local: AJ’s Thanksgiving Dinner PreOrder: How It Works

A few year ago, I tried the AJ’s Fine Food’s holiday dinner pre-order meal plan and it worked well, tasted great and happily fed all.  And no one guessed that I had a little help from AJ’s Fine Foods.  If you are considering cooking Turkey Day dinner, but need a little help, check out this […]

Halloween Wines & Autumn Sangria Recipe

Who has fallen for Fall?  I sure have with cooler temperatures, a return to long sleeves, everything pumpkin, Halloween and yummy autumn sangria!  Check out these two festive and fun Halloween wines and a tasty autumn sangria recipe that will have your October guests asking for seconds! First let’s talk wine!  I cheered out loud […]

Last Minute Fabulous 4th of July Party Food & Drink Ideas

Manic:  You have been invited to or are hosting a 4th of July celebration and you need something fun and festive to bring…but also something that is easy and simple to prepare. Managed:  I put together an assortment of ideas for you to quickly choose from.  Some are from awesome social media and some are […]

Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas!

Mother’s Day is coming right up on Sunday, May 8th so I have gift ideas that are unique, thoughtful, some funny and some that are earth friendly and give back, too.  Take a look and Happy Mother’s Day out there! To see the article that accompanies this video with prices, websites and links visit the […]

Simple & Scrumptious Holiday Recipes

Manic:  Coming up with new and unique recipe ideas every holiday season.  Hard to believe that the holidays have rolled around again. Managed:  Worked with wonderful Shamrock Farms to share some terrific holiday recipes from our family and friends’ cookbooks using yummy Shamrock Farms ingredients like festive eggnog, creamy half and half, the irresistable Shamrock […]

Fun & Festive Gift Ideas!

Manic:  Now!  November has arrived, so it is time to start thinking about and/or shopping for your holiday gifts. Managed:  Did some shopping to give you ideas for the different folks on your list.  Check this out for cute ideas for kids, items that work for both gals and guys, kiss the cook gifts and […]

Halloween Decor Designed By A Tween That Didn’t Cost A Dime

Happy Halloween and if you are reading this on Saturday, I hope you had a wonderful and safe Halloween. This year we did not spend one cent on Halloween decorations and for my Halloween loving daughter, that was a sacrifice.  Although we have been so crazy busy this year, that she didn’t ask for anything […]

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 […]

Check Out These Holiday Gift Discounts & A Free Giveaway, Too!

If you still have some holiday shopping to do, Managedmoms.com has some deals for you today.  If you are interested in receiving a FREE order of the awesome customized lip balm from Eco Lips, then email me by 5pm this Sunday, December 15th by 5pm Arizona time and your name will go in a drawing […]

Holiday Gifts Ideas for People & Pets

Manic:  The calendar!  Just like every year, the calendar is moving fast and the countdown to the holidays is on! Managed:  Did some shopping for you to see what’s out there for the teenager, mom, dad and even the pets on your list. Plus I show some fun gift ideas to take to the host […]