For most of my childhood, I avoided red balloons. I had a theory: Red balloons pop more than any other color. I see how silly this is now, but for years I was convinced if I blew up a red balloon or received one at a party, my heart would soon break. POP.
Why did I [...]

With the snow from last week, I am already thinking about Christmas – no I do not work in retail, but just going shopping, I see it already!  Anyway, I need to schedule the regular photos with the kids – and after making an appointment to get my own Mile High Mamas photos done with [...]

As it turned out, getting slapped with an M.I.P (minor in possession of alcohol,) was no big deal. The three-day school suspension worked in her favor, too, because she was crunched for time and totally needed new swimming suits for her trip to Mexico. Her mom handed her the credit card.
No, it’s not a scene [...]

Rewind! I want a do-over.
I have just gotten off the phone with Josh Elledge, the new king of couponing, and I could fill a large Juicy purse with tears thinking of all the money I’ve left at the checkout counters of my consumptive life. Elledge is unintentionally shining a harsh light on my lack of [...]

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The Colorado Carvers’ Club hosts its 37th annual Show, Competition & Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $2; free for kids 12 and under. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. Sixth Ave., Golden, 303-232-7510GO
Birds of a feather
Scarecrows of all shapes and [...]

It’s unbelievable the kinds of trouble kids can get into. Whether it’s swallowing a poisonous substance, or jumping out of a tall tree, they are always keeping us on our toes. Having three children ages three and younger certainly keeps me on my toys and, thankfully, we averted crises more often than we’ve landed in [...]

One in eight Coloradans, half of them being children, suffer from hunger daily. Here are a few ways you and your kids can help that include watching the Sesame Street special on child hunger this Sunday with a new muppet, Lily. Also learn about The Big Give to benefit the Food Bank of the Rockies.

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A former Denver Public Schools lunch director told a group of journalists and school advocates Wednesday that his district likely would cut free-meal programs for poor schools if new nutrition standards take effect that require schools to serve more fruits and vegetables.
The panel discussion was sponsored by the National Potato Council, which represents potato farmers [...]

While a night out at a paint-your-own place can be fun, the cost of a sitter combined with food, drinks and entertainment can get expensive fast…and if you aren’t pleased with the art you create, it can really bring down the joy of the experience.