Posted: 05/22/12 - Like many moms, I do just about all of my household's grocery shopping. This, in itself, saves me money because the last time I sent my husband to the store, he spent way too much money -- even though he stuck to the list. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - As moms, we're always on the go and we try to be prepared. Thank goodness for the hand bag! Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - We have two miniature dachshunds, but our 9-year-old wanted a pet of his own. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - A journey that began over a year ago has hit another milestone tonight. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - How do you know when your child no longer believes in Santa, the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny, but is faking it for the sake of the loot? Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Last week, our TV station asked for pictures of us starting school. It’s so fun to look back at these “old” pictures. I now think about my two kids starting school. Sure, the anticipation and mix of emotions are still the same, but the settings have changed a bit. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - “Remember to say please and thank you!” These are the last words my kids usually hear from me as they shut the car door and trot off to school. It’s my friendly little “manners” reminder. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Planning a child’s birthday party is fun…and stressful. So many questions: What’s the theme? Who to invite? What to serve? Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Follow the yellow brick road… the Vanderfords we’re off to see the wizard for Halloween this year! Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - The first few days of kindergarten are in the books. My 5-year-old seems to be adjusting...with a few little jitters. Read More