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    I am constantly looking up the current fashion trends.  I don't always follow those trends and I definitely am not always in the most current and trendy clothes, but I love to look at all of that and dream...

Introducing a new regular column on the West Valley Moms Blog! Each month we will take an idea from Pinterest, try it out and let you know if it is worth your time.. or not. Some of the projects...

The mornings are crisp, the sun is setting differently, and fall decorations are popping in store windows! For those Starbucks lovers out there, if the Pumpkin Spiced Lattes have graced us once again ... it  must be FALL!! I...

For those of you who are like me and DREAM of waking up every morning with ringlets and romantic wavy curls, this post is for you!! I have tried my hand at every curling device out there! Some of...

At our last meeting for the moms of the blog I had my hair in a super easy updo that I got so many compliments on I figured I would do a post on it.  It is the perfect...

The Shops at Norterra are hosting an awesome Back to School bash Saturday, September 7th on Main Street from 6-9pm! Here are the details: Celebrate the school year at this FREE event featuring an interactive DJ, inflatable games, photo booth, face painting,...

It's that time of year again! Some of us love it and some of us hate it- back to school shopping! I'm sure that you have your places that you frequent for this time of year, but we wanted...

Summer is here and in full swing...heat and even quite a bit of humidity lately for us Phoenicians.  The sun, heat, humidity, and chlorine that this time of year brings can leave your hair not looking its best.  I...

I eat a mostly vegetarian diet. Yes, I am an "almost vegetarian" who occasionally eats meat. For the most part, only seafood makes it into my diet (I love my sushi!). I cook vegetarian meals at home and occasionally splurge...

Honey has tons of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that make it great for our bodies, inside and out.  It has been said that Cleopatra used honey to keep her skin looking beautiful.  Many of you know the health benefits...

Wow, isn’t it amazing how fast money seems to go these days, especially when you have kids?  Our family is currently watching our pennies very closely, and sometimes it seems like the effort to save money is another part-time...

Hi!! We are back and the West Valley Cooking Club has not only started back up after a small break but it has grown! We are so excited to have new members and as always we love our times...

These homemade lotion bars are easy to make with as little as three ingredients and work great on dry skin; especially dry, cracked heals.  They are perfect for our sandal weather that we'll be having for the next many...

I am a Mom of a two and a half year old and a four year old, AND I nanny for two little boys that are the exact same age. I am always trying to think of fun ideas...

So, have you all seen the jeans that come in a ton of different colors?  I love them and have bought a few different colored ones that I have been wearing.  My sister had the idea of taking some...

The West Valley Cooking Club has expanded and has a couple more slots open for YOU! What is the WVCC you ask?! Well, I will tell you! It is a free club where a bunch of us mamas get together...

I'm back again this month with 2 recipes my family eats regularly. In order to save money, I've cut out buying pre-made mixes like Bisquick and some packaged snacks. (Not too mention making homemade mixes and snacks are much...

  I don't know about you mamas but when it comes to meal planning I struggle. I have a hard time coming up with new and delicious recipes instead of the same old repeats. I too easily settle for the...

Have you heard of the adorable organic baby clothing line, Pickle Peas? They're an innovative company that has thought of a cute way to make a bib part of your outfit in cute and fun ways, and the best part...

Time for another do-it-yourself nail idea!  These cheetah print nails can be customized to any color scheme and would be super cute on toes!  Sandal season is definitely here!  Here is what you'll need: a light/neutral base color, an...

Any of you mamas having a post-Valentine's date tonight?  I thought I would do a tutorial on the ever-so-popular smokey eye that all the celebrities wear.  If you have a special occasion that you would like to spice up...

Hello lovely mamas! I am usually posting on our West Valley Cooking Club recaps and recipes but I am honored to be adding another theme to my writing... creative moments with our kids! I don't know about you but...

I can't tell you how excited my husband and I were when we got to the stage with our oldest where all foods were fair game. We are a family who likes to cook, bake, and eat, so we...

I love baby showers, and I love births, and I love birthdays. I don't always love shopping for them. Mostly because I never know what would be most helpful to get the mom to be or the new baby....

Since Valentine's Day is less than two weeks away, I thought it would be fun for me to share a cute DIY idea for some fun "Valentine's Kisses" nails to get in the mood.  You can use whatever colors...