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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It’s one of the most sought out Christmas gifts in our culture…TecHNoLoGY…and yet with the many gadgets [...]
Back in November, Mile High Mamas, teamed up with the Colorado branch of Volunteers of America and posted a list of volunteer opportunities available around Denver for families during the holidays. It was just what I needed.
I called VOA and signed us up for a Meals On Wheels Route. One child was eager to help, [...]
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said,
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?”
Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the King Holiday to serve their neighbors and communities. The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday has been marked as a day to [...]
Through Sunday. This weekend is your last chance to go head-to-head with the mighty T. rex in “T. Rex Encounter” at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. The bilingual, kid-focused exhibit guides guests through a Cretaceous period environment, complete with robotic dinosaurs that can “see” visitors coming. Watch out for the wily velociraptors and [...]
Deep down, I’m a hoarder. Yes, it’s true. I know I come by this naturally. In fact, I daresay these tendencies are genetic. The polite observers would describe those in my family tree to be “pack-rats” or “sentimentalists.”
But, the truth? We’re hoarders.
Now, don’t get me wrong: I think some [...]
This time of year is filled with good intentions and goals for the coming year. In the past I’ve resolved to exercise regularly, to engage my son in more educational activities, to spend more time with my remaining grandparents, and even to learn to cook better. While I’ve had mixed success in actually implementing these [...]
I am thrilled to announce the winner of our $250 American Express gift card: Michelle Anthony. Congratulations to her!
Her money-saving tip for the holidays:
Well there’s tons of money saving ideas for Christmas but just depends on which ones to go by…For instance *Only draw names with your loved ones or make it a fun game [...]
For most of her 100 years, Minka Disbrow tried to find out what became of the precious baby girl she gave up for adoption after being raped as a teen.
She hoped, but never imagined, she would see her Betty Jane again.
The cruel act of violence bore in Disbrow an enduring love for the child. She [...]
The years fly by. Especially with a child in your life. People tell you to enjoy every minute. It’s advice not to be ignored.
Take a moment, stop and watch your child. Just a moment seared in your mind will become a time you will never forget because it will never be again.
As these moments pile [...]
Happy New Year to you. With the new year come resolutions for many and changes they hope to institute over the coming months. Most typically there are resolutions about health and fitness as well as financial. Hopefully we can help you with both!
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I often purchase my Sam’s Club membership for the milk [...]
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