Thanks for visiting! I'm Alicia, the author of this blog, and I love sharing bits of our life here and on social media. Back in 2008, when my oldest was only a month old, I started Making Time For Mommy as a way to make time for myself and meet other moms. I hope this blog encourages you to make time for yourself, gives you ideas for family fun, and provides easy tips you can incorporate into your busy life! ---read more about me here ---
Ingredients 6 large tart apples (Pippin or Granny Smith) 1/3 cup sugar, or 1/4 cup maple syrup 2 tablespoons tapioca starch 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Generous pinch salt 3 tablespoons cold butter Topping 1/2 cup sweet white rice flour 1/2 cup millet flour 1/2 cup tapioca … Read more
(Disclosure: I received pieces from Maclaren Baby, picnic essentials, and a gift card but all thoughts are my own.) My family recently enjoyed a beautiful picnic in the park on a sunny Fall day. We used items from the Maclaren Baby line from the UK in honor of the Royal baby. This just goes to … Read more
Looking to do a pumpkin craft with your kids? Check out this cute craft Lucas made at school! All you have to do is paint round pasta pieces orange and a few mostacholi pasta pieces green, let the paint dry, and then glue them on to a pumpkin shaped piece of paper. (Luke’s teacher used … Read more
(Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book but all thoughts are my own.) Recent studies have shown that just saying “thank you” is proven to boost health and happiness —promoting a stronger immune system, lowering blood pressure, even helping you sleep. And besides being good for you, saying thanks just got easier with 50 Ways to … Read more
Apple picking is one of my favorite things to do as a family during the Fall. This year we headed back to Jonamac Orchard in Malta, Illinois. Jonamac has a great choice of apples but we head to this one mostly for their doughnuts. They are served warm and are absolutely amazing. They are so … Read more
This post is sponsored by Yoplait. Prep Time: 15 Minutes Start to Finish: 15 Minutes Ingredients: 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait® Fruitful™ pineapple yogurt (get a coupon here) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken 1/4 cup shredded carrot 2 tablespoons sliced green onion (2 medium) 2 tablespoons chopped red … Read more
Monday: Breakfast for dinner Tuesday: Chili in the crockpot Wednesday: Chicken Fajitas Thursday: Culver’s Friday: Shrimp & Crusty Parmesan Herb Zucchini Boats Saturday: Leftovers Sunday: Chicken Wild Rice Soup
(Disclosure: I received a free trip to Branson and tickets to the Showboat Branson Belle while I was there. All thoughts are my own.) While in Branson we had a chance to go on the Showboat Branson Belle which was a dinner show cruise. I wasn’t sure what to expect entertainment-wise because I had never … Read more