From Dates to Diapers

Getting your kiddos to brush their teeth can be a challenge, especially when you have lots of little ones. However, over the years I have learned some great ways to make dental hygiene a part of our regular routine without the fuss and fight. I’ve discovered that key to making sure your kiddos have good...

Last year my parents began a new tradition – an overnight campout on their “ranch” on Labor Day weekend, complete with a huge breakfast the next morning. It was great fun last year, and again this weekend. Except for one thing…. Just after we set up our tents on the lawn, Josh began to...

The back-to-school season may have just arrived, but it’s never too late to fine-tune the habits that will get this school year off on the right foot. One of the best ways to get started on the right foot is by knowing which habits to avoid.  These are the most common habits that students struggle...

We all agree that the sourdough pizza we made tonight, inspired by my grandfather’s famous recipe, is the best pizza ever. You will want to bookmark this page because any time you are craving pizza, you will want this pizza! Poppy Joe’s Sourdough Pizza First, coat both sides of sourdough bread slices in olive...

These Snickerdoodle Cupcakes are some of the best cupcakes I have ever made, or even tried. The cupcake itself really does taste like the cookie after which it is named, and the frosting is cinnamony-sweet and creamy. The perfect treat for any cupcake or Snickerdoodle fan! My sister’s boyfriend is celebrating a birthday this...

The internet is all atwitter with this newest list of “top mom bloggers.” I will admit that it IS one of the most complete, unbiased lists I’ve seen in quite some time, and I am flattered to be listed among many of my blogging idles. HOWEVER, the article in which the list is included is...

Its unconscionable that the Teachers Union would go to these lengths to keep sexual deviants in the classroom. Why are they so out of touch with reality? Is it all about the money? What are your thoughts?

I love taking pictures of my kiddos. While they sleep. While they play. When they laugh. When they cry. When they’re busy. When they’re bored. While they just are. My DSLR is big and bulky. And, with fabulous cameras built in to mobile phones these days, little point and shoots are all but obsolete....

Just the other day I asked how you, as a busy parent, stay fit and healthy. Some of you emailed me to tell me that you, like me, put yourself last. Others have a very unique diet and workout regimin, while some of you rely on evening jogs and morning walks with your kids...

Our family was asked to be a part of a special Influencer Program with Westfield Malls and WFamily for the next several months. Our first task was Back to School shopping and we were asked to make up our list and head to our local Westfield Mall, ours being at the Roseville Galleria. I...