When I lived in Chicago there was many a time I called up the girls and went out dancing. (BTW, I stink at dancing.) Now, I spend my nights having Dance Parties with my son. I wouldn't have it any other way! Please excuse the mess - if you don't understand - I will happily let you borrow my toddler until you get why my house is littered with toys, boxes, and empty … [Read more...]
Can you help this Mama Out?? {Needs Votes}
Hi all - My son is in two big contests right now - and is doing really well. But he NEEDS more votes. I think it is so exciting he is doing so well in these contests!! The first one is Parent Magazine Cover Photo He is a weekly finalist. This vote is very easy - no liking - no sharing info - just a click. (And a word captcha to make sure you aren't spam.) This contest goes through 5/15 … [Read more...]
The Night Before Mother’s Day…
A shrill scream rang out over the baby monitor. I glanced at the clock, 2:14am... But I was up, because this wasn’t his normal whiny sleeping whimper. This was a pain cry. As I entered his room, he sat up, alligator tears already running down his face. Teeth? (There is still one final molar waiting to cut through) Gas? (Could be - he did have a few different foods through … [Read more...]
Free and Low Cost Mother’s Day Gifts Any Mom Would Love!
Any mother will tell you, it isn't always about how much you spend. It really is more about the thought put into the gift. With Mother's Day right around the corner, and gas prices near $4.00 per gallon, spending money on a trinket for mom may not be the best idea. But that doesn't mean you can't give your mom a gift she'll love. In fact, if you put your mind to it, … [Read more...]
Wanna see where I blog from? Care to know why my blog is called Family and Life in Las Vegas?{Vlog}
I am linking up to Mama Kat's Pretty Much World Famous Writers Workshop for the first time. I am doing the bonus Vlog options, and I am doing last weeks question as well as this week's question... If you ever wondered what I look like IRL without makeup - now you know! Please be kind! … [Read more...]