I understand that January is one of the best months for snow and skiing in Colorado. January is also Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month.Many of the resorts let kids under 5 ski for free (check with each resort individually) – but maybe they have not yet learned HOW to ski (or snowboard).  So where [...]

Like many other women, I could eat all the calories I wanted and not gain a single pound…until I was pregnant with our first child. Suddenly my metabolism slowed down and it seemed pounds were flocking to my midsection like never before. Naturally, I’ve had to turn to cardio workouts and calorie counting to help [...]

Dear Mama Drama:
My three-year-old daughter has a December birthday and we are inundated with toys and “stuff” from our very generous family. We appreciate their gifts, but are all a bit overwhelmed by the amount of new toys. My daughter tends to leave them strewn about the house bouncing from one activity to the next, [...]

There are two types of kids. Kids who behave better for other people than for their parents and kids that are better behaved for their parent than other adults.
My boys are better for other people. At school they are respectful and hard-working. I’ve been know to act incredulous whenever someone compliments [...]

We have closed the book on Christmas 2011 and as we look forward to ringing in 2012 this weekend, I am reflecting on those in my life and those who have shared it.
As I get older and watch my children grow up, I continue to gain insight and wisdom into what is truly important…it is [...]

There used to be a jingle from a TV commercial that my sister and I sang. It went something like “everything you wanted, you didn’t get for Christmas – is on sale now at SEARS.”  While, I can’t honestly say I am a big Sears shopper. I do love the deals that you can get [...]

Saturday. 2012 arrives with a bang at downtown Denver’s annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display. Snag a spot on the 16th Street Mall for the best view of this year’s display—10 DJs will be set up along the Mall to spin tunes before the countdown begins. When the fireworks are ready to launch, they’ll sync [...]

After three failed attempts, Colorado has finally landed a Race to the Top grant.
“We’re extremely happy,” said state Education Commissioner Robert Hammond. “Obviously there’s been a lot of hard work and disappointment in the past. Even though this is a reduced amount, we believe it will be extremely helpful.”
Colorado was one of seven states that [...]

Now that the holidays are coming to an unfortunate halt, I’m sure you’re wondering: What can I do now to save money and keep the kids entertained? Check out these awesome FREE DAYS at several locations around the city from January to June! (Note: Always contact the organization prior to going to confirm).
JANUARY
January 6th    
-Denver Botanic [...]

We had a fabulous holiday yesterday but money was tight for many of my family members. This caused me to reflect upon Christmas 2008. Instead of giving each other gifts we didn’t really need that we would then exchange for gifts we really wanted, my sister-in-law Jane came up with a plan.
“This year, we [...]