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 ---
Stumped on what to put in your preschoolers stocking? Here are 10 ideas: 1) Candy (the obvious one) 2) Crafty Items (collage materials, crayons, stickers) 3) Toiletries (bath bubbles, toothbrush with their favorite character) 4) Undergarments (character underwear, socks) 5) Dress up jewelry 6) Cars and trains 7) Snacks (fruit snacks, chocolate chip granola bars) … Read more
The Green Resolutions Giveaway Hop is now open for blogger signups. This hop is hosted by Happy Mothering, Mama Chocolate and Purposeful Homemaking. The giveaway event starts on January 16th and each blogger that participates will feature a product that is “green” in some way (ie. eco-friendly, promote healthy living, handmade). This is a free … Read more
Our ornament from the Truth In The Tinsel ebook today was Mary. Jacob liked using the Elmer’s 3D Paint Pens to decorate her dress. After looking at the finished product we should have probably added hair so it looked like a girl but I think it still looks cute.
One of my friends in a Facebook group for moms of children with SPD posted about Special Kids Day and I just had to share with you that are local. Special Kids Day is a day where all children with special needs and their families are invited to a FREE Holiday event just for them. … Read more
Felissa is offering 25% off everything in her Mary Kay store. The discount will come off before the order goes through but will not show in the cart. You can also connect with her on Facebook to keep updated on new promotions she runs. GIVEAWAY: Enter to win TimeWise Night Restore & Recover Complex- a … Read more
I am a huge fan of quick, easy meals. I think most busy moms are. I recently tried out the Tyson Mini Chicken Sandwiches and gave them to my kids for breakfast. Found in the freezer aisle, these sandwiches can be stuck in the microwave right in their wrapper and are ready in just minutes. … Read more
Monday: Shrimp Linguini Tuesday: Ham and Green Beans {never made it two weeks ago} Wednesday: BBQ Chicken Wraps Thursday: Leftovers Friday: Pizza Saturday: Chili Sunday: Leftovers {Wondering where all the creativity and pictures went in my menu plans? Me too! I will be back next week with some more meal planning inspiration but this week … Read more
It’s time for the 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Galore hosted by To Sew With Love. Just like all the other giveaway hops I’m participating in you can find a link list at the bottom of this post so you can hop around to all the other great giveaways. My giveaway for this hop is … Read more