Sunday, March 11, 2012
This non-planning mom is jumping on the meal-planning wagon. It might be the ticket to less chaos.
I was out with some girlfriends this past weekend and our conversation turned to cooking and planning meals and how stressful it can be. We commiserated over the dreaded, “What’s for dinner?” question. We work every day, outside and inside the home. We are tired by dinner time. We all agreed it’s difficult to plan a budget-friendly, healthy meal when we’re juggling 10 balls in the air. Who has a test? Who has basketball practice? Who needs to go to the store to get a birthday present? The juggling act goes on and on. We often drop the ball when it comes to dinner. The witching hour hits and we aimlessly throw ingredients into a pot hoping it bears some resemblance to a decent meal. Sometimes we pull it off, sometimes we don’t. There’s got …
Thursday, March 1, 2012
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I'm in area schools every day. I've recently graduated with my teaching degree and have been substituting at schools in South Jersey. Throughout these experiences I have witnessed and learned about the different drills that are set into place and practiced in the schools. And, in light of the recent school shooting in Ohio, I'm realizing how important these drills are to our schools. On the other hand, I've seen the anxiety of kindergartners during a Tier 3 lockdown drill and wondered, are we doing these kids justice by these drills? Yes, I know these drills are necessary to reduce the numbers in a horrifying event that could potentially hit any of our local schools. But, are educators and board members approaching these situations …
Friday, February 3, 2012
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Sunday is the big game. Although the Birds did not make the bowl this year, there will be plenty of people in the area celebrating the big game in their homes. There will be guests, football, games, families, and most importantly, food. Food is the focus of most Super Bowl parties, and I'm curious as to what's on your Super Bowl menu. Lately, I've been browsing Pinterest (a virtual pinboard that allows members to share recipes, style ideas, and DIY crafts) for ideas for my own menu for Sunday. And, in the process, I came across this awesome site for 14 fabulous game-day treat ideas. I also wanted to share a family favorite of my own that has become a tradition for the annual Super Bowl Bash. White Cheese Pizza Dip 1 envelope LIPTON® …
Friday, December 2, 2011
Work-at-Home-Moms: Participate in this week's Moms Talk Q&A.
In Moms Talk we often discuss the hectic lives of stay-at-home moms (SAHM) and working moms. But, rarely do I ever discuss work-at-home moms (WAHM). This term has become a more popular one over the past ten years or so. Many families cannot survive with just one income, but want to be able to provide their own childcare and support for their families. And, thanks to the Internet, this job title has become possible for many moms across the country. I'm a blogger, as many of you know. Through blogging I have met many fabulous women who either have monetized their blogs or have made a career out of social media. And, the best part about their jobs is they can do it all from the comfort of their own homes. This can go two very different ways…
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
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The holidays are quickly approaching, which means that stress is on its way. Most parents, especially mothers, tend to especially stress out during this time of year. Moms are usually in charge of getting the gifts for everyone in their families and keeping track of what's in order for the holiday itself. Why is this the case? Whatever the reason may be, moms all over the world are usually in charge of planning the parties and meals, wrapping the presents, and making sure not to forget anyone on their list. So, how does a working mother or stay-at-home mom make sure to handle all that is on her plate, all while keeping up with the daily duties in the household? This is where I'm reaching out to our Haddonfield Patch readers: How do you …
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
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When I was a child, the most exciting time of the year for me was the day after Thanksgiving. As a family, we would pull out the Christmas tree and decorate it together while listening to holiday music on the radio. It was also when retailers, towns, and homes across the nation began to decorate for the most wonderful time of the year, the December holidays. That day was filled with excitement for many children and adults across the nation. In more recent years, this has not been the case. Retailers have been starting to decorate for the holidays as early as mid-October. And, radio stations begin to play holiday music by the first of November. Quite frankly, by the time Christmas Eve comes, I am sick of holiday music. Due to the premature …
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Looking for the hottest spots to take the kids this weekend? Look no further—we've compiled them for you.
It's beginning to feel more and more like autumn with dropping temperatures throughout South Jersey. Get out and enjoy the crisp fall air this weekend. Check out these awesome autumn activities to keep your family busy. Event: Story Time, Featuring Eric Carle's A Very Busy Spider Where: All Fired Up, 602 Haddon Ave., in Collingswood Dates & Times: Saturday, October 8 at 10 a.m. Why go: Children of all ages are invited to join the extremely friendly staff at All Fired Up in reading an exciting tale about an industrious spider as she carefully spins her web. The kids will paint a spider today and we will add glitter to make it a great Halloween decoration. Price: Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Reserve your child's spot for just $…
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Looking for the hottest spots to take the kids this weekend? Look no further—we've compiled them for you.
Check out these local events to keep your kids actively involved this week. Event: 19th Annual Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Arts Festival Where: Downtown Haddonfield When: Saturday, July 9 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, July 10 from noon until 5 p.m. Why Go: Bring the family to this fabulous festival and view over 250 professional artists, crafters, and vendors. Enjoy the atmosphere and expose your children to some fantastic art. Cost: Admission and parking are free for this event. Event: Movies in the Park Where: Knight Park-Browning and Collings Ave intersection, near the gaebo-Collingswood When: Thursday, July 7 & Tuesday, July 12 at dusk. Why Go: On Thursday night they will be featuring Disney's Finding Nemo and on Tuesday …
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Looking for the hottest spots to take the kids this weekend? Look no further—Grab-and-Go Kids Planner has compiled them all for you.
Glad you clicked on our Grab & Go Kids Planner! We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children. Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance. Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips—just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you! PJs, Pizza, & Painting Where: All Fired Up—602 Haddon Ave., Collingswood When: Friday, April 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Why…
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Since bargains are a crucial part of every mom's budget, here are the weekend's best local deals.
We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column will be dedicated to giving you five great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together. *This is event is surely a STEAL! Boot camp is $25/person which will be put towards retail purchases that evening to assist in creating your chic style at home. * This is …
Tina Gramigna
4:08 pm on Thursday, April 14, 2011
We are headed to the green festival! Thanks for the reminder. more ›