The Kid Blender:  A Single Mom’s Attempt to Find Joy in an Unexpected Life
February 8, 2012 – 8:00 am | 3 Comments

In this series of blogs, the “Kid Blenders,” I will be addressing our challenges, trying to blend our two families together. The names of the children will be changed to spare the easily embarrassed. And let me be upfront about this: I’m no clinical expert. I’m just a single mom trying to figure life out as I go. But knowing that there are around 14 million single parents out there…I’m guessing that I’m not alone in this venture.

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September 10, 2010 – 12:13 pm | No Comment

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Weekly event roundup: A Taste, Tarantulas, Balloon Festival
September 1, 2010 – 12:21 pm | Comments Off
Weekly event roundup: A Taste, Tarantulas, Balloon Festival

Today-Monday. Downtown Denver will be extra delicious this holiday weekend as A Taste of Colorado takes over Civic Center Park. The four-day feast features chow from more than 50 Colorado restaurants, dishing up everything from tacos to falafel to fondue. The Taste is about more than food, though: Live entertainment, arts-and-crafts vendors and a special [...]

Next Stop: Kindergarten (and how to enjoy the ride)
August 25, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Next Stop:  Kindergarten (and how to enjoy the ride)

Is it just me, or does anyone else hate buying back-to-school items?  I’ve tried to get a little here and there, taking my 12-page list each time I head out to Target.  We may have to look into donating our plasma (blood, not TV) this month in order to make ends meet in order to [...]

A bear, hail and other camping calamities
August 11, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment
A bear, hail and other camping calamities

This summer, my family spent two weekends camping—in a TENT—in two separate forests, with two different groups of friends. Back in January we were asked to go, and our friends made the reservations for two consecutive weekends. We feel fortunate to have good friends, and spending a weekend away “unplugged” sounded like a great idea [...]

Denver Deals: The Microsoft Store, Butterfly Pavilion, Wildlife Experience & More!
June 9, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Denver Deals: The Microsoft Store, Butterfly Pavilion, Wildlife Experience & More!

Entertainment
The Microsoft Store opens at Park Meadows on Thursday, June 10 and is offering giftbags with goodies like Xbox games, T-shirts and more. Your kids will love you for this one: The first 1,000 people in line get a FREE bag stuffed with giveaway items and two VIP tickets to an outdoor concert on [...]

Denver Deals: Sonic, Pei Wei, California Pizza Kitchen & Movies
June 2, 2010 – 7:13 am | Comments Off
Denver Deals: Sonic, Pei Wei, California Pizza Kitchen & Movies

The Denver Deal round-up this week proves you can have a great time without breaking the budget!
Restaurant Deals:
California Pizza Kitchen is offering a Free Small Craving with any $20 purchase via a printable coupon from their Facebook page.  Become a fan and visit the Free Offer tab to print your coupon.
Pei Wei is celebrating the return of [...]

Denver Deals: JCPenney, Lowe’s, Papa Johns, Orange Julius, & More
May 26, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Denver Deals: JCPenney, Lowe’s, Papa Johns, Orange Julius, & More

Restaurant Deals
Dave & Busters is offering 1/2 price off all games on Wednesdays. The deal will run all summer long so be sure to mark your calendar and visit either of their two Colorado locations.
Orange Julius is offering some summertime relief with a printable coupon for Buy 1 20 oz Smoothie, Get One for $1.
Restaurant.com [...]

Denver Deals: Einstein Bros, Lowe’s, Disney & More!
May 19, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Denver Deals: Einstein Bros, Lowe’s, Disney & More!

Restaurant Deals
Einstein Bros Bagels seems to keep the business by offering great coupons for their customers!  This week you can receive a free Bagel Thin Sandwich when you purchase another!
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill is holding Garbanzo Family Fun Celebration on Saturday, May 22 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at its Highlands Ranch location at 1100 [...]

Denver Deals: Chipotle, Brugger’s Bagels, Colorado Mills
May 12, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Denver Deals: Chipotle, Brugger’s Bagels, Colorado Mills

Restaurant Deals
Today(May 12th) is the last day all the selfless, dedicated, and caring nurses can receive a free Cinnabon!  Bring your healthcare badge into your local Cinnabon to receive a sweet treat that is much deserved!
Restaurant.com is at it again with their 80% off promo code!  Hurry, this one ends May 13th!  Use promo code ENJOY [...]

Mom’s Appreciation Golf Day Saturday
May 6, 2010 – 10:29 pm | One Comment
Mom’s Appreciation Golf Day Saturday

Mom’s Appreciation Golf Day, Saturday, May 8 at the Colorado Golf Club. From 2 p.m.-5 p.m., all moms who stop by will receive a free 10-minute golf lesson from a PGA Professional. They will also receive free chocolates from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, wine samples from Barefoot Wines, gift bags from Outlets at Castle Rock [...]