Date Night

As the old saying goes, "If Mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy." As society begins to recognize the importance of physical and mental health, both moms and those who love them have started to...

After 3+ years of being a single mom, I've realized that people can be really judgmental. Honestly, that's true with non-single moms too, but, for better or worse, single motherhood is sort of my...

Austin is one of the best foodie towns around.  We are super lucky to be surrounded by a plethora of incredible cuisine. I used to be a "picky" eater and stayed true to my chain-restaurant...

Big fan of staycations over here. When you become parents, spontaneity gets tossed out the window -- especially when it comes to overnight travel. Luckily, staycations provide a scenery change without the usual exhaustive...

This time of year always fills me to the brim with contentment that has nothing to do with puffy vests or Ugg boots. Let’s be clear. I’ll take tamales over pumpkin-spiced lattes any day....

Planning a date night at home can honestly be so easy, so inexpensive, and so much fun! The key is to plan something different than the typical night at home or typical night on...

I’m not sure why – but sometimes finding childcare can be elusive. If you’re like me and live away from family – tapping into a network of babysitters and/or nannies can feel like a...

Don't get me wrong, I love a good Mom's Night Out. Dinner and drinks with the ladies, a girly flick at Alamo Drafthouse, heck, even some freshly brewed coffee and a book discussion has me...

For all of us trivia lovers, sangria (most commonly a red wine punch) comes from Spain, but was first introduced to the United States in 1964 during the World’s Fair in New York.  While...

Jingle jingle jingle, can you hear that jingling? … Um no, no I don’t. Tis the season to be jolly. Well…not always. This has been me as I approach this Christmas season. I am recovering from...