Mama Drama: Potty Training On The Go
September 3, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment

Dear Mama Drama:
My two year old is potty training and has moved into wearing “big girl panties.” I am freaked out about taking her out of the house because I’m afraid she’ll have an accident and will become too discouraged. How can I take her out and help her to be successful?
~ Stuck in the [...]

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Indulge in Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes’ New Summer Tropics Menu (Win 4 Passes!)
July 12, 2010 – 9:24 am | Comments Off
Indulge in Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes’ New Summer Tropics Menu (Win 4 Passes!)

Want to go on a tropical vacation? If so, you should check out this great deal from the Marriott in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
If not, bring the tropics to you with Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes new Summer Tropics menu for the entire month of July.
It’s no secret I have recently become mango-obsessed so these [...]

Fifty Free Summer Activities, Concerts, Daytrips and Festivals in Denver!
July 12, 2010 – 6:45 am | Comments Off
Fifty Free Summer Activities, Concerts, Daytrips and Festivals in Denver!

Grab your calendars and start planning now because Visit Denver recently released a fantastic rundown on Denver happenings. During the summer months in the Mile High City, there are plenty of free things to see and do, from fun festivals and outdoor movies to scenic drives and quaint mountain towns.
FREE FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Downtown [...]

Literally chalking up yet another crafting failure
July 12, 2010 – 6:00 am | 20 Comments
Literally chalking up yet another crafting failure

The kids and I recently made sidewalk chalk.
I know. Such ambition chalks shocks even me.
You see, I hate crafts. Always have. And despite my best efforts to be THAT mom, I always will.
I grew up with a domestic goddess mother so renowned that she opened the most acclaimed English tea rooms and gift shops in [...]

Fantastic Deal for a Family Getaway at the San Juan Marriott
July 11, 2010 – 7:41 am | Comments Off
Fantastic Deal for a Family Getaway at the San Juan Marriott

Let’s face it: Between work, carpools, homework, sports and clubs, quality family-time is limited. Many vacations augment this as kids are whisked away to a separate camp.
That’s why I love the San Juan (Puerto Rico) Marriott’s new vacation package that encourages activities and excursions the whole family can participate in together – the “BFV [...]

Denver boy with life-threatening illness gets wish granted by Kids Wish Network
July 7, 2010 – 7:06 am | No Comment
Denver boy with life-threatening illness gets wish granted by Kids Wish Network

I was working as a publicist at Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort in Utah when I became acquainted with wish-granting. A young Florida boy had cancer and his dying wish was to see snow. We hosted him at our resort and I played a very small part in making his wish come true.
It was an [...]

The biggest, baddest Fourth of July round-up in Colorado!
July 3, 2010 – 6:45 am | Comments Off
The biggest, baddest Fourth of July round-up in Colorado!

Fourth of July events in Colorado
Arvada’s “Celebration of the Spirit of America”
July 4: Festivities begin at 3 p.m. with a classic-car show, live music, a military display, children’s activities, booths and games, refreshments and more followed by a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Lutz/Stenger Sports Complex, 10664 W. 58th Ave., 720-898-7400, arvadafestivals.com
Aurora’s “4th of July [...]

Mile High Mamas’ Family Trip of the Month: Crested Butte
June 29, 2010 – 12:10 am | Comments Off
Mile High Mamas’ Family Trip of the Month: Crested Butte

Last summer, my family embarked upon a roadtrip that highlighted the best that Colorado has to offer. We loved every single destination but Crested Butte was the one standout and is our choice for THE must-visit destination in July.
Crested Butte is a haven for outdoor summer activities including hiking, climbing, mountain biking, boating, whitewater rafting, [...]