Join the Detroit Mommies Book Club starting next week

We are moms. We have that in common, but that’s probably about it. Some of you are stay-at-home moms, others are work-at-home-moms, some work part-time and others (like me) work full-time. Some of us juggle freelance projects (like this one for me). Some of us volunteer. Some of us take care of aging parents of special needs children. But the one important fact of life that moms often take for granted is that it is important to make time and take time for themselves.

I’m Busy, But Not Too Busy to End Child Hunger

Saying my life is hectic is a true understatement.  Since 2011began, my life has been a whirl wind.  I’m taking ownership.  I will OWN 2011! Florida to Meet with Elmer’s I had a trip planned to go to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to meet with the Elmer’s team.  You see, I work full time at the …

Rochester Hills Public Library Used Book Sale

The Rochester Hills Public Library is having a winter used book sale on January 26- January 30, 2011. You’ll find hardcover books, paperbacks, computer software, CDs, audiotapes, books on tape and so much more! For more information, call 248-650-7179 or visit www.rhpl.org.

Coats pose safety concern for car seats

It’s cold outside. Especially in the morning when I have to bundle up my little ones, take them outside and load them into the cold car and strap them into their cold car seats. Those big fluffy, adorable winter coats that I use to keep them warm could be causing a seriously dangerous situation. Christie Haskell, a mom and author, talked with Detroit Mommies about car seat safety.

Zehnder’s 20th Annual Snowfest

Anticipation is building in Frankenmuth this week, as workers prepare the single and double blocks of snow for carving in the upcoming Zehnder’s 20th annual Snowfest! I watch for this every January. Sure, I could check the web site (https://www.zehnders.com/zehnderssnowfest/), but checking to see if the blocks are being built is more fun. 🙂 I …

Preschool shopping easy at Preschool Fair

My husband and I decided to send our daughter to preschool this fall. She goes to an in-home day care and has spent the last few years in the same environment. We wanted to expose her to a little more. And she was so excited about school, we wanted to harness that.