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 ---

Halloween 2011 {Wordless Wednesday}

I didn’t get many pictures this year that weren’t blurry but here are some of my favorites from Jacob’s school “Harvest” parade and Trick or Treating: *** *** *** *** ***

10 Fun Literacy Activities

Today is National Family Literacy Day! Since 1994, National Family Literacy Day has helped communities celebrate the wonders of literacy and reminded people of the importance of literacy. The entire month is special as well – many families, programs and communities now join us in celebrating family literacy throughout the entire month. That’s right, November … Read more

Menu Plan {10/31- 11/6}

My goal for this week’s menu was to use what we already had in our pantry and freezer to make the meals so we have to buy as little as possible. The only meat we have to use is chicken, ground turkey, and hamburger patties. {Click on pictures to be taken to the post they … Read more

$1000 CASH GIVEAWAY!! {Rafflecopter}

This is one of the best giveaways I have seen since I’ve been a blogger and I am SO happy to be a part of it! I have joined with other bloggers and small businesses to offer one reader $1,000 DOLLARS (via Paypal) to spend on anything they would like- a vacation, Christmas gifts, or … Read more

Tony Bennett’s New CD {Giveaway}

Thought I’d share this with you all since the Holidays are coming up and this would make a great gift {for yourself or someone special}! One of you will also have a chance to win a copy of the CD and a bobble head…check the end of the post to find out how. *** Tony … Read more

Learning About Sensory Processing Disorder {Saturday Stumbles}

October is Sensory Processing Disorder Awareness Month so before the month is over I wanted to share a few resources for people to learn more about Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Even if your child doesn’t have sensory issues you might know someone who does and will probably come into contact with at least one person … Read more

Halloween Lunch Ideas For Kids

I have been coming across tons of fun ideas for Halloween themed lunches so I wanted to share a few of my favorites. Click on the pictures to be taken to the posts they came from: ***  *** *** *** *** This post is linked up to Things I Love Thursday :)