Who doesn’t like to dance? Even people who SAY they don’t dance, I bet still boogie down when no one’s watching. Well, Primrose Schools, a leader in educational childcare, wants to see those moves! They are sponsoring the third annual Family Dance-off to benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. The dance-off is their way of fighting childhood […]
Family discounts offered for the Harlem Globetrotters at Philips Arena
The high-flying, family-friendly entertainment extravaganza known as the Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Atlanta! Yay! I love this crew! I remember going to see them as a kid and just loving it. Dont worry if you are not into basketball. For these guys (and girls) it is all about fun and entertainment. The Harlem Globetrotters […]
Win Freschetta Pizza for a year
I am not ashamed to say that I love frozen pizza. It is an easy dinner, quick lunch or a great late-night snack. One of my favorite brands is Freschetta because the ingredients seem fresh and top-quality and they make a great variety of toppings and crusts. Pizza ia easy and the kids love it, […]
Affordable birthday parties: Cowlick’s Yogurt and Floats
For Atlanta parents who are looking for an affordable birthday party option, Cowlicks Yogurt and Floats might be the perfect spot! They have in-house or at-home birthday party options are great for all ages. They combine endless self-serve frozen yogurt flavors and toppings with extras like goody bags and decorations for an easy celebration. Guests […]
Maria’s White House Journey in Pictures
Here is a pictorial representation of Mocha Moms Inc “Mom Summit” at the White House: Myself (middle) with some of my fellow Mocha Moms from the North Cobb chapter. Over two dozen moms from the Atlanta area made the trip for this event. Many also were invited on a tour of the East Wing with […]
One Mom’s Journey to the White House
The steps leading up to the south side of the White House, the Eisenhower Executive Building After a whirlwind few days, I made it to Washington DC, passed the three security check points, and stepped into the White House. The place is enormous (55,000 square feet to be exact), beautiful and made me feel just […]
Maria goes to the White House!
The view from my top floor suite at the luxuriousness Omni Shoreham. I highly recommend it! As the sun rises above the Potomac, I am up early. I have an appointment today. It is not with my OB or one of my kid’s teachers. It is not to meet the cable guy, pick up something for […]
Giveaway: Free Kid’s Meals from @ChickFilA (and wrap up from family tasting event)
On January 16, 2012, twenty-one Atlanta families gathered with their kids to try the delicious, and healthier, new kid’s meal options at Chick Fil A. Much to the shock of many moms and dads, almost every single kid tried the grilled nuggets and liked them. Even my own little ones surprised me at how quickly […]
Have tablet, will travel (with kids): Samsung Galaxy vs. iPad2
The new Samsung Galaxy Tablet (photo: engadget.com) With three kids (and one on the way) traveling can be stressful, aggravating, annoying, and troublesome…to say the least. So when my husband suggested a last-minute trip to visit his family in South Florida and I countered with a cross-country jaunt to visit my family in Scottsdale Arizona, […]
Daddy-Daughter Date Night returns to Atlanta
This is for the Dads who want to spend time with their daughters but don’t really know how…for the men who understand being a “Daddy” is much more then just donating sperm…for the husbands who wish they could spend as much time with their daughters as their wives do. Atlanta’s own Chick Fil A is […]

















