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 ---
(Disclosure: I received gift cards from Kohl’s but all thoughts are my own. Honestly, I would have done most of my BlogHer shopping there anyways, even without the gift cards, since I love their selection.) I’m headed to the BlogHer conference at the end of this month. It’s one of my favorite blogging events and … Read more
We spent the morning at a McDonald’s play place so the boys could play while I caught up on some work. After a nap {for everyone!}, the late afternoon was spent outside in our backyard. It was a little chilly but the boys had fun on the slip n’ slide. Once Sinisa got home he … Read more
Looking to add a great side to your Summer BBQ? Head Chef Richard Hanna of Le Cordon Bleu cooking school in Los Angeles shared his terrific side dish based on a favorite summer staple: the watermelon. It’s easy to make and leaves plenty of time for you to socialize with friends and family. INGREDIENTS … Read more
(Disclosure: This is a sponsored post.) Outback Steakhouse will honor our nation’s birthday by letting freedom bloom. Visit any Outback location in the 50 states and tell your server to “let freedom bloom” and you’ll receive a FREE Bloomin’ Onion to share with your friends and family at the table. In addition to that, Outback Steakhouse will … Read more
Happy Independence Day! Hope you all have a red, white, and cool 4th of July :) Looking for some 4th of July ideas? Here are some of my favorite roundups! 4th of July Breakfasts 4th of July Treats and Desserts 4th of July Decorations 4th of July Crafts for Kids
(Disclosure: I received a beach set from Vera Bradley but all thoughts are my own.) I had never heard of Vera Bradley until a few years ago when I went on a mom’s retreat weekend. The other moms were so excited to go check out this store that had a large selection of Vera Bradley … Read more
Couldn’t resist sharing these cute printables from Paper Coterie! Seeing positive messages on brightly colored backgrounds excites me almost as much as brightly colored planners ;) Head on over to the Paper Coterie website and print off your favorite on the color of your choice.
Lobster Grilled Cheese recipe courtesy of Iron Chef, Marc Forgione. (Makes 4 whole sandwiches) Ingredients 2 cups Lobster Stock (If you can’t find Lobster Stock get seafood stock) 4 (1 ½ pound) lobsters, claws removed ¼ cup Sriracha 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce Juice of 2 limes 6 ounces (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, divided 4 … Read more