Every morning we get 4 kids, aged 4 through 15, out the door by 7 am. It’s not easy. Particularly for the littler ones, aged 4 & 7. They’d be happy to dress themselves daily. But I’m not so sure the school wants to see them in Mario PJ bottoms that are two sizes too…
Influence vs Expertise: May the REAL Mom Win!
Earlier today Gizmodo challenged my friend Andrea Fellman of Savvy Sassy Moms to defend her Mom Influence, and Klout to defend their ranking system as well. They wrote an article entitled “Can a Dumb Social Media Tool turn this Chump into the Internet’s Top Mom?” Andrea is ranked #1 on Klout in the Topic “Moms”….
Top 10 Mom Pix on Instagram #Momstagram
I’ll admit it. I’m completely addicted to Instagram. Both taking photos and looking at the photos of friends and strangers around the world. I tune in before I go to sleep, and scroll through as I eat breakfast. Some of my favorite people to follow are my fellow moms. I’ve noticed a trend with our…
Fab New Facebook Feature for Moms
My brilliant developer husband just came up with a new Facebook feature for me. Check out the toolbar from this screenshot. I’m going to be using this option a lot!
{Review} TimeMine Planners Find Time for YOU
Earlier this school year I reviewed a planner. It was lovely. I liked it. So did my darling teenaged daughter. She NEEDED it, she argued, to keep track of homework, classes, dances, etc. Who am I to argue with a teen that wants to use a planner? Her time is valuable too. I gave it…
Alcoholism or Obesity: Which Affects Moms More?
You know who’s obese in your social circle. They wear their condition on the outside. Statistically speaking, you also know several people who have problems with alcohol. They are your friends and your family. But do you know who is an alcoholic? Would you judge them if they came to you for help? A shocking…
Cottonelle asks you to “Respect the Roll”
Here’s a list of things you might not expect to see together. Bear with me and I will make it all make sense: Toilet Paper Malibu Beach House Brazil Mad Men Jonathan Adler Moms Last week I went to “The Malibu Beach House” for an event sponsored by Cottonelle toilet paper. I’d heard about this…
Peach Pop (Vodka) Slurpy
Here’s the scene: A very tired and haggard mom, four kids in tow, checks out at Trader Joes. The salesclerk looks over her purchases, sizes her up, and leans in for this tip: “You see those peach push pops you’re getting for the kids? Keep a few for yourself. Dunk em in some vodka. Trust…