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 ---
Introducing Evzdrop, A Location-Based Interest Network
Sinisa and I have spent the past couple days trying out a new iPhone app for a location-based interest network called Evzdrop. Evzdrop lets people stay connected to what’s happening at places in real time. The free mobile app and Web platform allow users to “evzdrop” to get an inside look at any place they’re … Read more
Chocolate Mud Bars {Recipe}
This isn’t the kind of mud you step in when it’s raining outside! This chocolate mud bar recipe from The Old Farmer’s Almanac new Everyday Baking cookbook is called “mud” because of the moist, dark chocolate filling. It’s the best mud you’ll ever eat! Everyday Baking features 118 original recipes by celebrated baker and longtime … Read more
10 Halloween Photo Opps Not To Forget
Image courtesy of Shutterfly. Do something special with you Halloween pictures and make a Halloween photo book! Currently their photo books are 50% off :) (Disclosure: I was sent a Trick or Treat bag from Shutterfly with no requirement to post. I’m posting because I think these are great tips.)
Something To Think About This Halloween….
Last year on Halloween this was passed around on Facebook and I thought it was really great so I wanted to share it with you all this Halloween: Tonight a lot of creatures will visit your door. Be open minded. The child who is grabbing more than one piece of candy might have poor fine … Read more
Supporting Hesed House, A Chicago Area Ministry To The Poor & Homeless
As you all know, I have been sharing about making this an “others” focused holiday season instead of a “gift” focused season. I’ve shared about many issues lately that are focused on other countries but I wanted to show Jacob that there are people near us that need help, too. We talked about how some … Read more
Menu Plan {October 29th- November 4th}
Monday: Chili in the Crockpot Tuesday: Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Wednesday: Tacos Thursday: Leftovers Friday: Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Saturday: Pizza Rolls Sunday: Turkey, Sweet Potatoes, & Green Beans
Updating The Fall Wardrobe With Cookies Kids
My four year old is growing like a weed. While cleaning out Jake and Luke’s closet I realized that Jacob’s 3T pants were all way too short on him and it was time for him to move up to the next size. Most of the time I shop at a big box store but lately … Read more