When Life Gives You Lemons…

Julie Khaled
…add salt + tequila!     Today is National Tequila Day, so obviously we are participating in the festivities! What are some drinks/food to make with tequila? Mexican Mule – This is a spin-off of the Moscow Mule, use tequila instead of vodka. Margaritas – There are soooo many recipes for margaritas, hopefully this link […]

3 Ways to Stretch Out Your Budget

Julie Khaled
Ok so I don’t know about you, but there is something relaxing about knowing your finances are not stretched super thin. I know it’s only July, but there are some things to do (even now) to prep for having extra cash for the holidays! These are just a few tips that I have found to […]

4 Easy Boredom Busters!

Julie Khaled
Summertime is great and all…but let’s face the facts. The kids are home ALLLLLL day. Not only does it wear me out, but they run out of activities! In our house, we have come up with a few activities that are age-appropriate and keep the mind sharp while they are on break from school. Toddlers […]

Can Your Child Help Themselves in an Aquatic Emergency?

Julie Khaled
Not One More Child Drowns….Can Your Child Help Themselves in an Aquatic Emergency?   As a parent, you always think you will watch over your children and not let the unthinkable happen when it comes to drowning. The fact is that our children are curious and adventurous! That moment when you are in another […]

Mom Culture Loves: GREAT Kids Snack Box

Julie Khaled
GREAT Kids Snack Boxes Even though the kids are out of school for summer, these are still loooong days and somehow they eat more than I remember. Anyone else understand the struggle?! We discovered this amazing company that specializes in healthy kid snack boxes. Not only does it save this mama from a trip to […]

Here’s your reminder to get in the suit, mama

Sarah Komers
I can honestly say I don’t have a single memory of my mother in a bathing suit. I’m not sure if it’s because she tried to stay out of the sun or if it’s her illness that kept her from it…or maybe it was her body. Whatever the reason was, I never saw her in one […]