A Happy Birthday Lesson (To Me)
Today, as I celebrate being thirty-five years young, and (not) celebrating having to check off the 35-44 category on questionnaires now (instead of the 25-34 …
When Mom Takes A Day Off, She Gets Shinguards. (Huh!?)
When other moms take the day off, they go shopping for themselves, treat themselves to a spa day, relax, eat out. Y’know, stuff like that. Me? …
That’s It! Mom’s on Time Out
It’s been a rough couple of days, but it won’t be today, damn it. Today, I’m going to MAKE it a great day. I’m going …
DIY Homemade Uncrustables Sandwiches
Kids (and moms, ahem) love PB&J sandwiches. And those Smuckers Uncrustables sure are a wonderful idea in theory, except they’re processed, too expensive, and honestly, …
Kids Sleep Anywhere, The Camera Phone Edition
Unbelievably enough, I’ve gotten all these shots with my camera phone in the last few weeks. My kids have been hard at work falling asleep …
Chicken Nugget Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
What do you get when you pair your favorite boxed mac ‘n cheese with mixed vegetables and cut-up chicken nuggets? Chicken Nugget Macaroni and Cheese …
Halloween Schmalloween. Today is Mom’s Freaking Day Off!
Today might be Halloween, but other than dressing up and trading candy, today shall henceforth be known as MOM’S FREAKING DAY OFF, YO! Friday, Saturday …
Halloween Recipe: Chocolate Pretzel Spiders
What do you get when you combine mini pretzel rods with melted chocolate chips drizzled on ’em? A fun Halloween craft for your kids, that’s …
You Know You’re a Soccer Mom When….
Your kids take their muddy soccer ball, and smear it on your back window. Like this. And you drive down the street, not seeing it …
Halloween Recipe: Ghost Pudding with Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe
Do you want something snacky yet simple to create for your Halloween party? Be sure to try this super quick and easy recipe for Ghost …
Halloween Appetizers: Mummy Hot Dogs
I’m a huge pigs-in-a-blanket fan, but cocktail weinies you often find are chock-filled with additives and preservatives, as well as the dough they use. …
5 Tips to Throw an Awesome Halloween Party (Post Sponsored by Kmart)
My husband leaves this Sunday to go away for two weeks, and will miss spending Halloween with us. We decided not to let this news …