I get stuck a lot on the fact that I am not very good with traditions this time of year. I always have big plans and then, POOF! It’s already the 24th and I am freaking out about everything.  Who haven’t I gotten something for? Did I make enough cookies? …

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Christmas is almost tangible right now; it’s just days away. Hopefully, your shopping is close to complete. Mine is not. There are presents to be wrapped, cards still to be sent and ugly sweater parties to attend. I hear a lot of moms talking about creating traditions for their families during …

My Mom went to a wedding recently where on the gift table was a beautiful basket filled with small papers rolled up as scrolls with tiny ribbons. After taking one and opening it, she read the small words that said something to the effect of, “Thanks for your gift.” And …

You ladies sure know how to have a good time! Last month, we at Reno Moms Blog hosted our first-ever Mom’s Night Out event, inviting mamas from all over the Truckee Meadows to break away for a fun night of dressing up, meeting fellow moms and trading war stories over …

This entry is part 2 of 5 in the series Dad's Man CaveWelcome back to “Dad’s Man Cave,” a monthly series from dads we know and love, sharing parenting perspectives, humor and advice. Today’s post is from Chris McFarland, husband to co-founder Annie and dad to their spitfire three-year-old daughter. …

My husband and I love the holidays. One of our favorite things about the holidays is finding the perfect Christmas tree. For us, the perfect tree is the biggest, fullest, most beautiful tree we can find. A few years back, I bought a tree skirt and every year I pull …

Nothing is easy with kids. I know this. So you can imagine my reluctance when my husband suggested that we cut our own Christmas tree this year. “It’s only $10 for a permit, and the kids will have so much fun in the woods!” my dear hubby claimed. (Isn’t he …

One of my favorite memories from my childhood is my 11th birthday.  I woke up that day to our house decked out in streamers and balloons.  I had a sleepover party with some of my best friends, and we spent the night giggling away over the silliest of things.  For …

When I was growing up, my family always skied together. It was our main family bonding activity. In fact, my parents met in ski club. One of the requirements I had in mind for my ideal husband was that he’d also be a skier; it was that central to my …