Parenting

Going the extra mile to create an amazing experience I am thrilled to introduce you to Memories by Michelle Photography! As an on-location family and portrait photographer, Michelle focuses on modern and emotional imagery for families, children, and seniors. Michelle says… “Beyond the image, I am passionate about completely blowing my clients away: with...

  There’s that line from When Harry Met Sally: “You look like a normal person, but actually, you are the angel of death.” We should rewrite that about Meg: “You look like the epitome of marital felicity, but actually, you are the destroyer of marriages.” Oh come the fuck on. I know Meg Ryan...

Making kids feel secure when tragedies like the Moore, Oklahoma tornado strike.

There are some big things happening at the Disneyland Resort! Will you join me (here and on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) as I attend Disney’s media event this week? Here’s a preview of what we will be checking out – Fantasy Faire – an enchanting, immersive storybook world that extends Fantasyland. Disney Princesses await Disneyland...

Welcome to the June Festival of Food Carnival, hosted by Diary of a First Child and Hybrid Rasta Mama. This monthly carnival will aim to bring together seasonal recipes, healthy food, and a diversity of flavours and techniques. Here are the submission ...

A new celebrity backed prepaid debit card, called SpendSmart,recently launched and is aimed to attract tweens, teens and their parents. I wrote a column critical of the bank card because it had penalty fees and it was endorsed by teen idol, Justin Bieber. The CEO of SpendSmart asked me to take a second look,...

Alright everyone, I’m about to get really get Rasta on you! Today I simply want to take the time to spread a great message by the most popular Rasta of all time, Bob Marley. Like Hybrid Rasta Mama, I too am partially an advocate for some of the Rasta...

This dream of being a writer – it’s been around a long time, though  it has evolved over the years. And lately I’ve been thinking about the journey I’ve had. (Being part of Holley Gerth’s God-Sized Dream Team has helped me to pause and reflect. It’s funny how when you’re on the path of pursuing your dream, whether you’re...

A Spectacular Open House to Benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation & Celebrate BounceU’s 6th Year Anniversary! Join BounceU for the Big BIG BOUNCE on Wednesday, May 22nd 4-8 pm. Admission is ONLY $5.00! 100% of the funds raised will benefit Make-A-Wish! Bouncing Crafts & Games Face painting & balloon twisting Entertainment - Reptile and exotic animals...

I will not text and drive. In fact, I will not check my email, Facebook, or Twitter while driving. Better yet, I will  keep my cell phone in my purse, the backseat, or the glove compartment to resist the urge. It may not be this simple when it comes to teens and texting while...