Summer. As a kid this meant sleeping in, hanging out with friends, heading to the pool and NO homework! As a parent this means simply that… I HAVE TO ENTERTAIN THE KIDS ALL DAY ON MY OWN.  On. My. Own. For reals.  No teachers to take the responsibility of my children for 7+ hours a [...]

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

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.   [...]

Honey Bee on a Daisy – Wordless Wednesday

I just found this amazing deal to help escape the hot temps here in Denver and relax in the mountains! Winter Park is one of my family’s favorite places to spend some time reconnecting and avoiding the hustle and bustle of the city.     Is your family ready to escape the heat, breathe fresh [...]

Have you heard about the new hot toy sensation DaGeDar?! Boys all over the US are going to love this new toy. Think of mixing collecting with skill and racing and you have DaGeDar! If you are looking for something for the boys to do this summer that doesn’t involve electronics, this is perfect! “DaGeDar™ [...]

Chewy already has Behavior Therapy twice a week, Cartman has karate lessons 3 times a week and Thomas a class 3 times a week. We are already so busy this summer and it’s just started! So what is any busy mom to do? Add more. We finally got Chewy set up with his new speech [...]

  From the leaves to the temperature, change is a comin’.  I am finally feeling like we are back in the swing of things.  Homework is getting done, football practice is happening and the leaves are changing.  I love fall!  I love the change of temperatures.  I love the beautiful colors.  I love being able [...]

I love edamame! My boys actually like it too (well except the baby who is allergic to soy). I was searching for a good edamame salad recipe and couldn’t find one I like, so I was experimenting and came up with this one. I hope you love it! Recipe: Edamame Salad Ingredients 2 tablespoons sesame [...]

Even if it technically won’t be here for another week, I can feel it coming every morning.  Now if only the afternoons would cooperate!  I am so tired of 90 degree temperatures.  I ready to put on a pair of jeans and  boots and not be sweating by 4 pm.   There is another weekend full [...]

Elitches has a great month of fun going on in October! Check out all the great events below! Sept. 25 – Oct. 31: Fright Fest Face your fears at Elitch Gardens! Celebrate Halloween all month long at Fright Fest every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October. During the day, Fright Fest features family-friendly shows and [...]

I made this last night for dinner and the kids gobbled it up! Super super easy to make! Recipe: EASY Taco Salad Ingredients tortilla chips (you don’t need a full bag) 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1 cup salsa 1 can kidney (or black) beans 2 teaspoons chili powder [...]