Where My Love For Cooking Came From

why i love cooking now

As a child, I would have done anything to avoid the kitchen. So much so that I used to drink orange juice for breakfast to avoid the toaster. Still, nothing like the smell of cookies in the oven or a stew simmering in the pot would make me feel right at home. As I grew […]

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What To Do When You’re A Sick Mom

It was a day like any other. A family member needed me to watch one of their littles for a few hours, I needed to work, Fox was at his newish school, and the grass was growing. It wasn’t until around lunch time that I began to feel a tickle in my throat. My first […]

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The Best Places To Grab A Cup of Coffee and Read A Book

Weekends tend to be a savior of mine. Especially so after a week of long hours and minimal breaks. For many other working parents and people enjoying a warm cup of coffee Saturday morning while reading a book, the newspaper, or listening to music is a godsend – a rare one for those with small […]

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Pee-Kaboo! Potty Training Just Got Easier

Remember the times where you didn’t have to potty train any kids? When you were able to just hold your sweet baby in your arms and swap out a dirty diaper for a clean one? Yeah, those were the times. Then, all of a sudden someone told you “it’s time,” Your life exploded like Alderaan […]

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Rockabye Fox and Mommy: Review of Sleep Zzz Pillows

I love to sleep. I wish I could say the same for my child. Fox tends to toss and turn causing him to wake up in the middle of the night, crawl into my bed, and unintentionally shove is cold bare feet into my kidneys. Most parents understand the struggle and want a quick fix […]

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Making Chorizo Breakfast Tacos With TFM

There’s nothing quite like a solid taco in the south. Being close to Mexico’s border, Arizona is one of the premier states for taco consumption. Festivals are held multiple times each year in celebration of tacos and to discover the best tacos. Thus far the best taco places available are hole in the wall locations […]

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Quickie Review: Rocksbox Jewelry

The number of subscription boxes with varying types of contents out there in the world are unending. I absolutely love the five boxes I subscribe to monthly. In the video below I discuss Rocksbox, a jewelry company that send designer pieces to you as many times as you choose monthly.

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LOVE These Decoupage Eggs From Crafts n’ Coffee

It was a cold, gray day (kind of like today!) when I saw this bright, daisy print fabric at the store, and voilà, I found my inspiration to DIY these Decoupage Fabric Eggs. I paired the daisy fabric with a collection of pink and orange prints, a jar of Mod Podge and eggs of STYROFOAM™ […] […]

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The Best Animal and Adventure Memberships In Phoenix

Coming up with creative and fun things to do with your kids during our free time can be as exhausting as dealing with a kids’ tantrum. Lucky for you I love to do research! I’ve compiled a list of the best memberships available in Phoenix that will keep your weekends filled with adventure and excitement. […]

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Some Real Talk on Babysitters and What They Should Be Paid

Let’s get one thing straight here: We’ve all been a babysitter at some point and would’ve appreciated being paid for the work that we did. Babysitting isn’t exactly the easiest job in the world, especially if the kids are wild, demand lots of attention and care, and require special things. So when we become moms […]

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8 Nerdy Things Parents Can Do With Their Geek Kids

Nerds come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Nerdy parents, like myself, are often blessed with equally nerdy children, but for the parents who may feel at a loss when it comes to the overall nerdiness of a child, there are some easy things you can do to connect. 1. Embrace their interests Whether you’re […]

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