While some people look for indoor activites during the winter the Earthplace is embracing this winter with their Winterfestival. Join them in Westport on Saturday January 21st. Admission $5 a person. Learn more here: Festival
Thursday, January 19, 2017
Stop Being Practical...Start Being Happy!
"Life is short. Each year passes more quickly than the previous one. It is easy to deny yourself many of life's simple pleasures because you want to be practical. Forget about practical and decide instead to become a joy collector." Barbara Johnson
Just love this photo I came across online.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Cute Kids Bear Craft With Your Footprints
This just melted my heart. Super cute and super easy.
Source: My Incredible Recipes
We Made Finals! Voting Crunch Time
So excited to be a Finalist for Best Mom Social Media in CT. Please vote for me Mommy CT
THANK YOU to all of those who already voted and helped me become a finalist. Appreciate the support xoHave a great day!!
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Why Social Media Is A Funny Thing
Let's face it you have those who love social media and those who hate it. My clients actually pay me to run their social media accounts because let's face it I am one of the ones who loves it.
I am a mom who works from home. I don't get everyday interaction like full time working moms do. So social media is my outlet. I use it for the news. I use it for product updates. I use it to share my life...which yes sometimes I tend to be personal but I never post anything I wouldn't say to someone in conversation. I say what I post. It's just who I am.
Here's where it can get tricky...
People who don't share much are looking, and I mean constantly looking. Don't kid yourself they are there watching. Which is totally fine because those who share on social media share for a reason. You share to share your story or events or to be inspired, or post to do the inspiring. Those who do not is totally fine but it's like going to the gym. You should never mock, judge, make fun of or use something against someone you see working out. They are trying to better themselves. They are trying new things, taking a chance, improving themselves sharing so others see they can do it too.
Ok ok so maybe this is a better explanation. Social media connects you to avenues you can't connect solo anymore. It helps you stay connected to people near and far. I have a lot of family overseas and we feel close from connecting on social media. I have learned about a ton of events and deals from social media.
Where things get personal...never take anything on the internet personal. Never let it cause a fight or judge a character or ruin friendships or cause family drama. Set that aside. If you're going to use social media be prepared for what you see and hear and those posting be prepared to be judged...because you will be whether people tell you or not. But most of all do it because you have good intentions whether posting or viewing. Don't view to judge! Don't post to cause trouble.
Social media sites have really taken over all our free time so when you use it try to let it be worthwhile and most of all try to use it in a positive way.
Monday, January 16, 2017
Stop Caring So Much About Being A Perfect Mom
It was a long day. Fun but long. By bed time I had enough. My oldest daughter asked me "Mom do you still love us even when you yell at us?" "Of course" I replied "I will always love you all no matter what. Whether I am happy, sad, mad or angry. Do you still love mommy even when I yell at you?" "Yes mommy of course."
There's no "perfect mom" just be you and you'll be just fine!
Whale Exhibit At Maritime Center: Such A Fun Morning
What a great opportunity to have this aquarium in our town. It's always so much fun and information. The kids really enjoy seeing the animals and fish and all the interactive games they can play.
Today we were able to go inside a giant 40 foot whale. Inside it showed the whales organs and we learned some history and information on Whales. Like their teeth are no like typical teeth and they have three stomachs...Yep three! This exhibit is temporary but they do have a ton of other amazing things to see!
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org
Then the girls played with their interactive fish game. They pick a fish, color it, name it and then it swims out onto the big screen. It's so cool to see it come right to life!
Then off course all the fish tanks had some super cute and not so cute fish. My girls went nuts, especially my three year old, when they spotted "Dory"
If you're in town be sure to swing by and check out the Maritime Aquarium. Really worth the trip!
Was a great morning!
Dear Sleep...When Will I See You Again?
Reality is having three little ones means someone is always up. Which means they can sense the others are awake and slowly all three climb into your bed which magically can fit all five of us.
I try to rationalize and say they don't like sleep because we are such cool parents but to be honest I would be a much happier person if I didn't have to leave sleep before 6:00 am.
Saturday, January 14, 2017
Please Vote For Mommy CT
Dear Readers
I am so excited and honored that my Mommy blog got nominated for "Best Social Media Mom or Dad in Connecticut" for my Mommy CT blog
Please take the time and vote for me Mommy CT
Appreciate your support!!!
At My Age I Need Glasses...Magic Filled Glasses
These are the best type of glasses!
Source: Scary Mommy on Instagram
A Recipe Book Of Fairytale Cocktails: Cocktails by Cody
Perfect for Disney lovers and cocktail lovers- did you ever think you could pair the two?! Genius! This book is filled with fairytale cocktail recipes and images to go along with it. Pretty amazing!
Good Morning It's A New Day!
We tend to carry out stuff from the previous day but how different would ️our outlook on life be if we woke up and viewed it as a new day. A new start. To leave the previous day's sorrow and worries and problems behind. Like a new beginning. If we didn't hang on to things that bothered us from day before or week or year or years. If we didn't hang onto any of it then you would be truly able to wake up and enjoy the new day! Everyday!
Friday, January 13, 2017
Thursday, January 12, 2017
Calling All Runners Color Vibe Coming To Norwalk In April
April 8th at Veteran's Park Norwalk CT.
Kid Friendly Hair Salon Opens In Wilton CT
How cute is this new salon! A friend went to it and I had to share. Perfect for your little ones who can hang out in one of these adorable cars while getting a haircut.
Check them out on facebook: facebook.com/SuperScissorswilton
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Chocolate Lovers Chocolate Expo Is Coming To CT Jan 29th
Calling all chocolate lovers...I am sure there are quite a bunch of you who would love to be in a room full of chocolate. Well no need to dream any longer your reality is taking place end of this month! Come to the Martime Aquarium on January 29th and see it all for yourself.
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
How I Ordered Breakfast For Four People For $6
Weekly flyers are filled with coupons. Many we just toss, well don't anymore...
So we wanted to spend the morning at Costco before work and we had some time to pass since they do not open until 10:00. Normally we find ourselves in a different store like Walmart or Staples or a CVS spending money waiting for 10:00 am to hit. Instead my sister said I saved some coupons lets do breakfast.
She grabbed her Burger King flyer and we picked out breakfast. Buy an egg sandwich of choice with hash browns and a coffee and get a meal free for $5. I know you're thinking what I am thinking. "Like how do they even make any money this way..." Then I ordered with the other coupon- 5 french toast sticks for $1.
We sat and ate with kids who were actually scary good.
So next time you flip through those flyers and toss them aside, go back and think how you can actually take a time out and have a relaxing moment without it costing you a fortune.
Monday, January 9, 2017
Danbury Wedding Expo Is Coming Feb16th
Calling all Brides-to-be....This is the perfect event to attend with your bridal party and family members. I attended one decades ago before I got married and found my videographer that way. So fun!
Enjoy Giveaways and deals. Chances to win some fun stuff that helps cut the wedding costs. Really makes the whole bridal experience extra special and fun! Be sure to attend!
Purchase tickets for free here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/danbury-wedding-expo-2017-tickets-31037165999
Sunday, January 8, 2017
Miro Kitchen in Fairfield Family Fun American Dishes With an Asian Flair
Picture walking into a restaurant you would go to on date night with your spouse and not having to pay a sitter because your kids will be with you and they would actually enjoy their meal too?! Well that's Miro Kitchen in Fairfield and it is oh so delicious. Check them out at www.mirokitchen.com
I had the pleasure of coming in and checking out their new kid menu with my oldest daughter and as we ended our meal she asked if we can come back on her birthday.
The ambiance is so classy. Bar has a huge flat screen TV and full stock of liquor. The restaurant is bright and cozy.
Their menu contains American Classic dishes with an Asian flair to it. I got the sticky ribs and short ribs taco. The meat was so tender and I could smell these dishes walking into the restaurant so had to order them.
My daughter ordered their fried noodles and chicken fingers meal. The serving sizes are huge. Their fried noodles are like plain Lomein with a little soy sauce and butter. Very lite and tasty. She finished her bowl.
Their new and improved kids menu gives parents the opportunity to enjoy tasty food while their children get to pick from a kid friendly menu.
What's the sampler you ask? Well
it's a little bit of everything on their dessert menu and trust me you'll be happy you picked it.
The owner Eugene and his staff were super friendly and took the time to explain what things were to my daughter. She really enjoyed it and gave it a thumbs up! We can't wait to go back with the whole family!
Ice Festival In NYC Feb 11th 2017
Art is amazing because you can take something and totally make it into something else-like ice. The Ice Festival in NYC looks amazing. Artists transform a simple block of ice into a master piece infront of a live audience.
Details:
February 11th 3:00-7:00 pm
Central Park: Naumburg Bandshell which is Mid-park from 66th to 72nd Street
Open to the public for FREE
Learn more here:
Saturday, January 7, 2017
First Snow Storm Of 2017 Is Here
Last night I went to let my dog out and looked up to see a ring around the moon. The shadowing was brownish and blue and almost like a rainbow ring. I was in awe. I looked it up and they say when you see a "halo" around the moon it's a sign a storm is coming. Sure enough a storm is here. I couldn't get a clear picture but I stood outside for a good 10 minutes just amazed.
It's amazing how the earth gives us signals. I guess this is how people predicted storms would be arriving prior to having television and weather stations.
Have you ever witness a "halo" around the moon?
Something To Remember...Always A Part Of Us
When my grandparents passed I remember we all went to clean their house and sort through stuff. My grandparents had this little
Wooden holder they filled with grated parmigiana that every time we ate there they took out. Every party I have I like to take it out to remember them. It makes me feel like a piece of them are there.
When my husband's grandfather passed away I said I couldn't be at the house to sort through things but told him to grab something he could look at and remember them like what I did with my grandparents wooden cheese holder. Not financial value just pure sentimental value. He grabbed some stuff and as he went through it today showing me he pulls out his grandparents parmigiana cheese wood holder. I couldn't believe it. I smiled and said he didn't need to show me anything else because this was more sentimental then anything else.
Now every party we can have both sets of our grandparents memory there.
Friday, January 6, 2017
How To Deal With The Cold Weather in CT
Winter is here. There's a cold front coming so brace yourselves this weekend. And please please parents with babies make sure to always have a hat and socks on them!
Source: Sun-Gazing on Facebook
Thursday, January 5, 2017
PAW Patrol Live Is Coming to CT in April 2017
All you PAW Patrol lovers now's your chance to see them live. April 22nd and 23rd in Hartford at the Bushnell Performing Arts Center.
Purchase tickets here: http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?orgid=41449&schedule=list&group_id=658958
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