As I return from my “maternity leave” from blogging, my maternity leave from work is also coming to an end. I have very mixed emotions about returning to work: I cherished every single moment I had at home with...
It seems like everyone in America feels like a member of the middle class. We all know some people who have more money than we do, and some who have less.
Look at it another way: We all have some...
I know my limitations: I am neither thin of thigh nor mild of manner.
I also know my strengths: I can make a fantastic kids' playroom. A playroom that my children use. A playroom that looks respectable. A playroom that...
One of the things I love about writing for ACMB is the opportunity I get to try new things. This past week I got to test the Samsung Galaxy S4 from Aio Wireless. This was perfect timing for me because...
Don’t blink...as moms, we’re no stranger to this message. Our parents and friends advise us to enjoy every minute of our children’s seemingly sloth-like development because it goes “so fast.” Kenny Chesney reminds us not to blink or we...
I love hosting Thanksgiving! I come from a close, extended family and our regular ‘ol Sunday gatherings easily exceed 15 people. I embrace family gatherings and it warmed my heart last week when Dude said Thanksgiving was his favorite...
Tis' the season for family portraits - are you ready to make it the best experience possible? Or does the thought of being in front of the lens totally stress you out?
While planning for my family's session, I have...
The other day, a friend and I found ourselves in a conversation about instructions we leave the babysitter.
Yes, girls, my life really is this exciting. In fact, I recently splurged on a new beige cardigan.
I mentioned that I always...
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Over the last couple of years, I’ve had to learn to tolerate embrace Legos. Legos, Legos everywhere! We have Lego nightlights, Lego pajamas,...
Military Spouses face a unique challenge in the already demanding job of being Mom. We all know that this job requires a lot of time, patience, love, sweat, and well, this list could go on. Military spouses are often...
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Fiesta® Is Over…So What Do I Do with All These Medals?
I moved to San Antonio in 2003. After 16 years, I still only sort of get the Fiesta frenzy that overtakes the city every...
