Big Kids

If you're anything like me, you might hear the word, "productivity" and cringe. That, or turn on your heels and run—far, far away. But lately, I've come to realize that productivity isn't actually a dirty word. Really!  Listen. My kids...

My mom is terrified of water. She grew up on farm in the middle of the prairie and didn't really have the opportunity to learn to swim. Honestly, she didn't really need to learn. But she didn't want her...

Do you cringe thinking about how much time your children spend in front of a screen throughout the summer? Is it a struggle to get your children to play outside? Do you tire of cleaning up after your children...

When Kim and Dale Nuss began their journey as foster parents in 2012, they had no idea how deeply their hearts would be touched or how monumentally it would change their lives. Most of all, they never would have...

May is National Foster Care Month. According to childwelfare.gov, it’s a time to acknowledge foster parents, family members, volunteers, mentors, policymakers, child welfare professionals, and other members of the community who help children and youth in foster care find...

While you’ve been busy preparing for school to end, we’ve been busy planning some of your Summer adventures! Colorado Springs Utilities and Colorado Springs Moms Blog are excited to present our 1st annual Summer Park Hop Series! What are Park Hops? These...

I Know About ADHD I graduated from college a teacher.   Life guarding and teaching swim lessons paid my way through school.  I know about ADHD.  People who work around kids for any length of time, we can pick them...

I've been a part of a large moms group since I was pregnant with my first. So I've been involved in many meal trains. And while I'm no real expert on this, I do feel like I've learned a...

Oh, Pinterest. I have a love/hate relationship with you. You make me so excited to try the so many recipes, crafts, and party ideas. But at the same time, you remind me that I have no time to do...

Every summer it happens: School ends and my kids and I get so excited about all the fun plans we have. Which is great! Until the end of July comes around, and I realize that I've not been intentional...