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This will be my 13th summer living in Phoenix and my 2nd summer in the Valley of the Sun with kids. Although it’s never easy, we always find a way to survive and make it to fall. Today I’m...

I am an Illinois native, so summertime in the Midwest is not comparable to these hot summer days that Phoenix brings. Growing up, everyone looked forward to sweet summertime. The magical months between May and August where we can...

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...

Our family went camping once or twice when I was young, but I don't remember many details about our trips. I know our tent was tan and I had a truly epic Rainbow Brite sleeping bag.  I recall sleeping...

This incredible Guide to Kids Eat Free in Phoenix is sponsored by our friends at Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers.  We are so thrilled to feature this amazing resource and hope it saves you and your family a few dollars, while offering...

Last week we had a perfect day trip!   If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the kids, I highly recommend taking a day trip to Mortimer Farms. In July, they have a recurring event called Blackberry...

My kids are loud. Really loud. They're the kind of kids who start talking the moment they wake up and don't stop until bedtime. And I'm pretty sure at least one of them talks in his sleep. They're loud....

This post was sponsored.  I received swim lessons for my child, though all opinions and comments are my own. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but in reality, I think the importance of what is seen in...

Any mommas out there with some crazy hair lately?  This weather that we have been having can lead to some frizzy, hot-messes on top of our heads.  I thought I would give you some tips on how to tame...

It's almost Fall and the weather will begin to cool down and of course the pumpkin patches will be opening up. Enjoying the pumpkin patches has been a long time tradition of our family and this year will be...

I don't know about you but I am always looking for new ways to stay cool and save money... especially during the summer months!  I was super excited to learn about NewAir and their amazing line of luxury appliances!...

If you’re like me, the official start to summer in Phoenix begins when temperatures are topping out in the triple digits throughout the week... well before the rest of the country. As the mom to a newborn, I have...

This year is definitely going to look different than previous Fall seasons, but there is no reason we all shouldn't celebrate the cooler temperatures after making it through the hottest summer ever. Time to pack up the fam (and...

As summer quickly approaches, so do the scorching temperatures and with kids that means long days inside the house. In order to beat cabin fever, I have put together a list of my family's favorite indoor play areas in Phoenix! 1. Whipples...

It's summertime ... and the livin is easy ..." Just kidding. When you live in Phoenix, there's nothing easy about the summer. And with temperatures already lingering in the 100s, the easiest thing you can think of -- walking your...

Here is your neighborhood Christmas Lights round-up for Phoenix!  Christmas Eve Luminarias in Moon Valley - 1344 W Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85023, USA Start from Thunderbird Rd and Coral Gables Drive, and go north on Coral Gables. Follow the lights...

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...

As much as Valley residents seem to treat the heat as no big deal or at worst a mild annoyance, it’s actually a serious health risk. If you underestimate the desert heat and don’t take precautions, you could be...

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 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...

It’s that time of year again friends! The weather is cooling down(ish) and fall is upon us. Time to pack up the fam and get all those fabulous insta pics posted.  More importantly it’s a great time of year...

Join us for sunset cocktails , psychic readings, and more at a child-free ghouls night out to connect with other local moms When: Tuesday, October 24 · 6 - 8pm MST Where: Hyatt Place Tempe / Phoenix / University 601 East 6th...

As a part time teacher I have summers off to hang out with my kiddos, but on the flip side I also don't get paid as a teacher during the summer, so my family has to summer on a...

Next to Thanksgiving, the 4th of July is one of my all time favorite holidays. I love that it is so family oriented and is an enjoyable holiday at any age. My favorite memory of the 4th of July is...

There seems to be a love-hate relationship when I think about traveling with my daughter, for sure.  I love spending time with my family creating fun memories on vacation, but getting to and from there is always an interesting experience. ...