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As Christmas fast approaches we are sharing a few of our favorite companies with our readers. OiOi is right up there because they keep us organized while looking super chic! A personal/mommy goal of mine is to always be...

I gathered my fair share of presents at this seasons' fairs boasting locally made products. But I am no where near where I had hoped to be and I'm actively trying to avoid the mall. So as I blazed down Camelback...

For the holidays this year, we will be entertaining out-of-town guests for three out of the four weeks of December. I know... I know... but it's not as bad as it may sound. Two of the guests are my...

If you didn’t know that Culinary Dropout opened up their newest edition in Tempe this past Tuesday, now you do. Head over their quick and have a smashing good time. Even though I have a Culinary Dropout location literally...

It's the most wonderful time of the year... now what to do with the family to celebrate the season?  We have put together our favorite holiday activities and events, the very best in the valley,  for you and your family...

What are you up to this weekend? For the fourth year, we will be heading to the Fairmont Princess Resort for their Christmas at the Princess festivities. A lovely family dinner on the grounds will be followed by pictures with Santa...

Are you looking for a little break from the turkey and stuffing or looking to grab a bite to eat while enduring the madness of Black Friday shopping?  We suggest heading over to see Chef Bernie Kantak at...

Need a pie for Thanksgiving? I've got a solution, but  you have to act fast! Lindsey, owner of Ollie Vaughn's, has got you covered! Ginger Pear. Pumpkin Chiffon. Spicy Chocolate Mousse. Frenet Banana Chocolate. Walnut. Cinnamon Apple. Pecan Bourbon. Pumpkin Leaf. Get your order in by Nov. 25th! Phone. 602. 254. 1392 Ollie...

Oh Chef Gio, you know the way to my heart is with a menu full of mouthwatering dishes.  Virtu Honest Craft, is tucked away in Old Town Scottsdale near Indian School and Scottsdale Road, inside the Bespoke Inn.  This...

Are you like us and really looking forward to Thankgiving!? The family, the memories, the fall season, the food, the games on TV, the food...oh the food. And how about Black Friday shopping??? After your family gathering and post food...

I adore the start of the holiday season in Phoenix. I begin "airing out" the house if you will. I crack open the windows in the early morning and let the fresh air in, turn on an Anthropologie candle, and actually...

Let's hear those sleigh bells jing a ling . . . anyone? anyone? I can just taste Halloween! And do you know what that means? It's almost the start of the holiday season. So, here is my pre-season gift to you. Bust out...

"Thanks a Latte" for all those who attended our play date at Playgrounds Fun Zone and Cafe a few weeks ago! Wasn't it such a fun venue? I love the ability to sit and relax with a cup of coffee...

Fall is my absolute favorite time of year.  The crisp evenings, late sunrise, and pumpkin everything are just a few of my favorite things.  While we don't get to experience a typical fall in Phoenix with leaves changing colors we do...

One of my fellow co-founders (Rachel) and I were recently given the opportunity to check out As You Wish Pottery's new location at Westgate! We were encouraged to bring the family and make it into a fun, family night...

I'm honestly not a huge makeup person, but recently I have become a fan of adding and changing my lipstick or gloss. A pop of color on the lips can really change your look, and it's about the most...

I must confess...right now, I probably have at least 5 kinds of mascara in my makeup bag. I am constantly trying new kinds that I receive from Birchbox or Ipsy and ones I hear about from friends.  I even...

I made that typical right hand turn at the State Farm brick building on Vernon right off Central Ave. Thank God my typical parking spot was available or my already challenging morning would have been blown to smithereens. I strolled up...

Ok ladies, here is your fair warning to save the date and start saving those pennies! Pineapple Triangle is hosting their AZ Share that You Care market in just a couple of weeks on October 18th at the Icehouse in...

The Shops at Norterra are gearing up for Halloween and they have some exciting deals & fun events going on to kick it off! We are SO excited about the holiday season approaching and can't wait to have some...

Today is National Comic Book Day and what better way to celebrate than to share some of my favorite local comic book stores?   I know that typically comic books and moms don't go hand in hand but with...

These iced sugar cookies STOLE.THE.SHOW tonight, hands down beat my best performance of "Hernando Fandango: The Great Dancing Dog" to date! Where did I get them, you ask? Karl's Bakery! Not only are they beautiful, they are affordable. For $5.05 I brought home...

I think we can all agree that our kids are so precious to us. Each milestone is SUCH a big deal and we tend to make very careful decisions when it comes to where they will go to preschool,...

The weather is about to cool down! Yay! This is the time of year we live for in Phoenix and makes the summers worth the heat. One of our favorite things to do when the weather is nice is...

Deals, deals, deals......who doesn't LOVE one?! We sure do. And we like to share them too!!! Especially when it is from one of our very own Co-founders, Stacey at Dream Photography Studio! Woop! Ladies (and gentlemen if you read this), she is offering...