Lent:  A 40-day period penitence and fasting. I will once again be participating in this practice for religious reasons, but am a believer that regardless of your spiritual beliefs – this act of fasting can be a beneficial act for...
Once the snow starts flying it brings about lots of fun winter activities! From skating to tubing there are lots of opportunities to get out and find some action! See the list below for a winter activity near you! Ice...
The holiday season is one of the most enjoyable times of the year, yet it can also be the most stressful time of the year for some of us. There is not much time left to relax and actually...
His parents. My grandparents. His aunts.  My parents.  This is the reoccurring conversation when upcoming holiday plans are discussed.  I channel my inner Reese Witherspoon each holiday season in regard to her character from Four Christmases.  (Now if I could...
           Sometimes it is fun to do the traditional hand turkey, where you draw your hand on a piece of paper and make it look like a turkey. However, there are times where you just want...
No matter how early I start planning for Christmas, I somehow always get behind. Honestly, I have no idea how it happens. I’ll start shopping before Thanksgiving, knock a ton off my “to do” list on Black Friday and...
Pittsburgh Moms Blog, the premier parenting website in Pittsburgh, is creating a locally-curated and mom-approved holiday gift guide, and we want to feature YOUR brand amidst all of the buzz! At Pittsburgh Moms Blog, there are few things we love...
While the month of December brings some of my favorite things, it can also bring on a lot of stress and anxiety. Even though this time of year is filled with holiday cheer, festive happenings, and the magic of the...
Hispanic Heritage Month spans from September 15 to October 15. Just like Black History Month it started off as a week long celebration that was eventually expanded to last 30 days. Of course it is impossible to incorporate all...
It's that time of year again...where everywhere you go someone is always asking What are you thankful for? Most adults are thankful for one thing... their family. A new addition, a healthy parent, a strong marriage - it can...

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