Everyone in Phoenix knows summer starts early here, and it's crucial to always have a swim suit and towel in your car and ready to go. You know, just in case you decide to wander into a luxury resort...
Hey mommas! Looking for fun/cool summer activities for your kids? See what your local Pottery Barn Kids has going on! We will be participating in their Summer Reading Challenge (cool temp wise and learning wise). What do you need...
Play ball! Spring Training is around the corner in Arizona and these Valley restaurants are serving home-run deals to celebrate!
Streets of New York - Local family-owned pizzeria Streets of New York are giving guests a home-run deal this spring...
Someone suggested a summer activity jar to me as a way to combat boredom for my kids during the summer months. I was skeptical for a few reasons; the main one being that I'm extremely lazy and that sounded...
We love watching the kids grow in the yearly family photo, a new baby announcement and even a fun boudoir session. Here are our favorite local photographers to help you connect with these talented businesses.
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The Starbucks holiday drinks are out, the holiday radio music is starting soon, we will all do decorating the tree and putting up our lights so soon (if we haven't already)! This year is definitely going to look different...
Come join us for a fun-filled evening at Puttshack - Scottsdale Quarter! This event is exclusively for moms looking to unwind and have a great time. Enjoy a night of mini-golf, delicious food, and giveaways. Connect with other moms in...
Each year both county shelters in Maricopa take in over 30,000 animals. This is done with limited resources and volunteers. Many people adopt their pets from the shelter to help the community and save an animal’s life simultaneously. But,...
I admit it....I love suburbia. The perfect combination of community, recreation, and retail with the convenience of being adjacent to a big city such as Phoenix. The Valley of the Sun is chock full of suburbia. But there are...
Shaving...ugh! It is probably the part of my beauty routine that I dislike the most. Since we still have at least a couple more months of wearing shorts here in Phoenix, I thought I would share some shaving tips...
Summertime in Phoenix is not my favorite. Every year I tell myself that summer isn't so bad, and then every year I complain all summer long. Now that I have little kids, I hate the desert heat even more....
As my school year is winding down, I'm looking at a summer spent with my family. I can't wait until I can stay in workout clothes all day, take my kids to the park on a week day, and...
We recently decided to have a lifestyle session with the talented Laurie Stephens, owner of Sweetface Photography.
I will schedule a photography session at least once a year, to capture not only my children’s changing features but also how their...
I moved to Phoenix nearly three years ago. It was December. I marveled at how we were able to wear shorts nearly year-round. I laughed inwardly at the person I saw wearing a fur in January. And then summer...
Living in Phoenix means our hot HOT summers need to be filled with busy camp days for our kids. Because we know, if we don't plan our kids summers, we then become the "camp directors." We know that finding...
Well, the inevitable has happened. The long, hot days of summer have arrived in the desert. The last month was uncharacteristically kind to us desert dwellers.....so much so in fact, that perhaps, we were in the slightest bit of...
What are a few quick and easy summer hairstyles for the busy mom?
Lucky for busy moms, this summer is all about undone, messy texture…on purpose! Beachy waves look so effortless and can be worn in so many ways. We...
The Shops at Norterra Kicks Off Their Annual Summer Reading Program
The Shops at Norterra are helping Valley school children avoid the “summer slide” and keep up their reading skills during summer break. Running through August 6th, kids ages 6...
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Every summer has a story to tell, whether it is time as a family,...
Well it happened. Fall is here. World Market released their new Pumpkin Spice coffee beans, saying "it's never too early to enjoy fall flavors." I've already seen Christmas decorations up at Hobby Lobby, and signs going up for where...
I can remember it clearly...my very first, and one of very few, camping trips with my family. I was about 12 years old, and my big sister had just started her Freshman year at NAU. Living in Tucson, the...
It’s Shark Week! These local businesses in the Valley are chomping at the bit to celebrate with fun shark-themed cocktails and deals on some of our favorite dishes–and we are absolutely eating it up!
$2 Off Signature Bowls @ Koibito Poke–The local and award-winning spot...
Pregnant and wondering if it's safe to use self-tanning products? This guide will address if self-tanners are safe enough for pregnant women, what to look for when shopping for self-tanner, and a list of some of the best self-tanners...
We have compiled a comprehensive list of the Best Fireworks in Phoenix and surrounding areas for the 4th of July. There are endless options and activities for your family to enjoy!
Tuesday, July 3rd
Anthem's Independence Day Celebration *FREE*
The event will...
Mother's Day is going to be here before we know it. And if you need to pick out something special for yourself (or drop some hints) or shop for your mother and mother-in-law, we put together a comprehensive list...