June is National Potty Training Month and BABYBJÖRN has a fantastic giveaway for our readers - a special edition, gold BABYBJÖRN Smart Potty! (not available in stores or for purchase.) There are EIGHT ways to enter, so be sure...
I get it. You're busy and you simply don't have time to "play in makeup" anymore. I understand because I am you. Yes, I am a beauty blogger but I am also a mama who is always rushing or...
I walked in to In Style Hair in the Waterford shopping plaza to get a haircut and color. Liam was my stylist and he was absolutely fantastic! He had such a fun, outgoing personality and really listened to me...
School is almost out and for many families that means vacation time! If your vacation includes time at the beach, you will want to check out this list of tips for a fun day at the beach. We head...
We appear to be in the midst of a “happiness” movement. You’ve probably heard this song by Pharrell a time or 200, or maybe “If You’re Happy and You Know It” is more your speed these days. Maybe you’ve...
I've decided not to run for Mother of the Year. I'm going to settle for "Mother of the Moment." That annual award is just so much pressure. Most days I don't even qualify to be on the ballot. But...
Lately, our lives have centered around FASHION. We have had to consider 5th grade graduation party dresses and shoes for the theme of “Hollywood Glam;” 5th grade graduation ceremony dresses and shoes; 8th grade social dresses and shoes; National...
Growing up, when it was time for our family vacations, we all piled in our van and hit the road. I can't even begin to count how many road trips I've taken in my life, many of them to...
Do you live your life on autopilot or by your own hand? The world’s communication has boiled down to a device someone can easily fit in their pocket and can’t live without.
We just enjoyed the Easter holiday and I...
This past November, we adopted our very first family pet. We rescued him from a local shelter. I have never owned a pet before, so this was all new to me. I was well aware that there are costs...
A few of my closest friends are currently pregnant with their first child (YAY!) and one recently asked me what I love most about being a mom. This is my answer…
Take a moment to travel back in time, to...
"It gets easier.", they say.
"She won't even remember.", they mention.
"It's always harder on you than it is on them.", they reassure.
I have been a Mother for almost 15 months and while I deal with Mommy Guilt regularly, I find...
I am a huge fan of IKEA and am so happy that we have one right in our backyard. My husband, on the other hand, doesn't feel the same way. Since he is easily persuaded, we go to IKEA...
Q: Wine + Women + Shoes = ?
A: The Perfect Fit!
Who knew three little words would hold enough power to generate one of the fastest-growing event series in the country? Just mention “Wine Women & Shoes®”, and you’ll hear,...
I don’t mean to be snarky, but if I have to read one more thing about “being present” and being “in the moment,” I might just hurl my iPad at a tree.
I get it. I understand the intention behind...