Choosing a photographer has always been a big deal for me. Carefully analyzing their past work, prices, location, and most importantly reviews or lack of. Photos are a HUGE DEAL, especially the first year of your child’s life, it flies by and they are something to frame and cherish forever. If you follow me on Facebook […]
Why we buy local
I never quite understood the concept of shopping local prior to meeting my husband. He hates shopping and if he has to do it he rather buy it from a small business than a big chain store. I grew up in central MN (the land of a Target 15 minutes from anywhere.) It was a little […]
Harry Potter, Coloring book?
As a stay-at-home mom, sometimes I end up being a little behind on the latest craze, fashion trend, or what is hip with everyone. But honestly that is ok, more than ok to be quite honest. Because who can really keep up with who bombed who, who is dating/ marring/ divorcing who, or what movie/tv show […]
Nativity & Christmas Events 2015
I can’t believe it is already November almost December. My daughter has been diligently asking since her birthday (beginning of July), when we will be putting up the Christmas tree and all of the pretty decorations. I have been pretty adamant about after Thanksgiving, when do you decorate We have oodles of Christmas decorations, a little house, and […]
#momhackmonday: boiling hardboiled eggs in a coffee pot
Happy MONDAY!! It was a gloomy day here in SW Minnesota. Therefore we had to put a #momhack into the day’s agenda. I discovered this one a few weeks ago and I was REALLY REALLY hoping it would work because I have a soft spot for hard boiled eggs, deviled eggs etc…. According […]
In Search Of
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Happy Halloween
Nutcracker Ballet
Confession: All of my life I had a secret desire to see the Nutcracker Ballet, and on December 9th my daughter and I will be attending in the Twin Cities, MN. A few days ago, one of my friends shared a FANTASTIC deal online for attending in the Twin Cities, MN. They will also be in Sioux Falls, SD […]
Fall Festivals & The Such
After much research, here is my list…. I know it is not a complete list, and I would LOVE to add to it PLEASE Facebook or email me (mommieisntmadeofmoney@gmail.com ) if you have any to add to the list. I will be adding to the list almost daily as I get updates, so check back. […]
MEA: My Excellent Adventure 2015
Growing up I loved MEA (the fall conference time for the Minnesota Education Association which means no school. for most students and teachers in Minnesota) I loved this break because 9 out of 10 times my birthday would end up on that weekend (It doesn’t this year.) A long weekend means a little extra time to […]