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World’s best Meat Marinara Recipe
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A Tale of Two Disney’s
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Disney Infinity to Hit Stores August 2013
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Ombre Summer – #FashionFriday
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5 Summer Crafts You Won’t Want to Miss!
Recipes
World’s best Meat Marinara Recipe
The WORLD’s Best Meat Marina Sauce? Why yes it is! This recipe is great to make in bulk batches and freeze so you can have quick pasta nights later on! Originally posted over at my other site MommyNeedsaBreak.com, I thought all of you would enjoy it as well. This is my “go to” when it [...]
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A Tale of Two Disney’s
Okay, okay, I know y’all are like, “We get it, you went to Disney World” already, but bear with me for one more post. This is one of mommy anxiety, being an autism mom and about the need to let go and just have fun. Here we go… If I’ve learned anything over the last [...]
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Disney Infinity to Hit Stores August 2013
While at the Disney Social Media Moms conference, I learned more about an intriguing new game put out by Disney that will hit stores August, 2013. Disney Infinity! This game appears like it is Minecraft meets Skylanders. Kids can make their own worlds, mix and match characters and play with the figures that help run [...]
Fashion
Ombre Summer – #FashionFriday
Ombre is in right now, from hair to clothes, it’s popular! Here is a collection I made to showcase Ombre for the summer and everything is under $50! Ombre Summer by coloradomom featuring shopping totes
Crafty Crap
5 Summer Crafts You Won’t Want to Miss!
Summer is almost here. My kids are done with school over the next few weeks. I’m struggling to find things to do to entertain them beyond the countless hours of Minecraft. Naturally, I turn to Pinterest when looking for ideas! Here I’ve found 5 great crafts that will keep the boys entertained for hours. [...]
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Disney Fashion Ariel #FashionFriday
Posted March 29, 2013 by Emily
Time for my updated take on Disney Princess fashion. With the upcoming Disney Social Media Moms conference, it’s time to step up my game. Last year I had a few outfits inspired by the Disney gals themselves and this year I want to make it even more wearable and approachable. Here is my modern take on [...]
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May the Fourth Be With You!
Posted March 27, 2013 by Emily
Join Douglas County Libraries as we celebrate all things Star Wars! Enjoy crafts, lightsaber training, snacks, and photo opportunities with Star Wars characters. Special Guest Matthew Reinhart, creator of Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Galaxy and Star Wars: A Galactic Pop-Up Adventure, will demonstrate his technique for creating intricate Star Wars pop-up art. Book sales will be [...]
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Mr. Pencil and the Lost Colors of Doodleburg by LeapFrog
Posted March 27, 2013 by Emily
LeapFrog has gone and done it again. Captured the (short) attention span of Brady with a new ultra ebook. When they asked if I wanted to review it I leapt at the chance! Mr. Pencil and the Lost Colors of Doodleburg is about an evil mastermind, Dr. Dull and his attempts to drain Doodleburg of [...]
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Disney Fashion Merida #FashionFriday
Posted March 22, 2013 by Emily
Merida, the newest Princess. Naturally I’m drawn to her for her red hair and fiery personality. Here is a modern take on what I think she would wear on a night out on the town, or an evening strolling through Epcot. Merida Disney Fasion by coloradomom
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3rd Annual Denver Promise Walk for Preeclampsia May 5, 2013
Posted March 21, 2013 by Emily
Denver is hosting it’s 3rd Annual Promise Walk for Preeclampsia on May 5, 2013 at City Park in 8:30 am. The Denver Promise Walk for Preeclampsia will be a meaningful event for all preeclampsia survivors as well as their family and friends. There will be a 1.5 mile walk, 2 mile fun run, kid’s activities, a [...]
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WowWee ArtSee Studio for the iPad Review
Posted March 20, 2013 by Emily
I get a lot of iPad apps, cases and gadgets in to review. My kids are iGeeks like me. Sometimes they are great, more often than not, they fall under my expectations. This time, I was given a WowWee ArtSee Studio to review. I thought, “ho hum another one…” as I set it up. I [...]
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Showing off Western Colorado
Posted March 19, 2013 by Veronica
Veronica Daehn Harvey is mom to Rye, 7, and Paige, 3. She and her husband play house in Western Colorado. Check out her blog at singlemomwithlove.com and her website for Grand Valley moms at fruitamoms.com. Here she shows us the beauty of Western Colorado! One of my closest girlfriends visited me and my family this past weekend. She [...]
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5 Disney Classics Apps on Sale through 3/18
Posted March 15, 2013 by Emily
With our upcoming trip to Walt Disney World, we are getting more excited every day! I’ve been downloading apps to the kids devices to keep them busy on the plane and to keep them excited for the next few weeks until we go! Beginning today, March 14th, some of the most memorable Disney Classics, are only [...]
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4 Tips on Starting the IEP Process
Posted March 14, 2013 by Emily
Did you know that March is National Reading Month? Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are intended to help children reach educational goals, including success in reading, more easily – but they’re often a mystery to parents. A recent study found that schools nationwide could do more to explain the IEP process to families with less [...]
