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 ---
I don’t shop online much but after the great deals and experience I had shopping at CookiesKids.com I might just do so more often. I went there in search of clothes for my three year old who had recently grown out of his 2T clothes. I found many brand name clothing items and varying prices. … Read more
Today’s ornament from Truth In The Tinsel was about Jesus’ name. I liked Amanda’s craft for this but wanted to make it simpler for my three year old so we just used foam stickers for the letters. We talked about why that name was chosen and the letters in Jesus’ name and how His name … Read more
This is a flash giveaway that will end TONIGHT! GIVEAWAY: One reader will win a $10 credit to Shutterfly.com It expires on the 15th so it has to be used within a few days. HOW TO ENTER: Leave a comment telling me what photo gift you would make with the credit FOR AN ADDITIONAL ENTRY: … Read more
Here are 10 creative Christmas treat ideas perfect for holiday parties or just to enjoy yourself :) *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** ***
You may have noticed that we skipped yesterday’s Advent Ornament…that’s because we didn’t get a chance to do it. We did yesterday’s craft today and will be skipping today’s craft to get back on track. Here is the ornament Jacob made today: Every day I am amazed at how much Jacob is learning. When I … Read more
Ok, so that’s not entirely true because there are other things on my wish list but when my mom asked me what I wanted for Christmas I said I’d love a soup pot. Out of all the things I want this is #2 on my list (#1 being an iPad). I never thought I’d want … Read more
Imagine the look of wonder and surprise when a child receives a photo of Santa caught in the act in his or her very own home. iCaughtSanta.com is a unique website that helps visitors create those memorable keepsake photos. In three simple steps anyone can upload a holiday photo, add Santa Claus and print it as proof… or share it via email, Facebook … Read more
Kid made crafts make great gifts and decorations. Check out some of my favorites below and click on the pictures to be taken to the posts. {Looking for ornaments kids can make? Find that post here.} *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** ***