Everyone needs a little time away from reality once in a while. A chunk of time away from the rat race of life. A time to step away from the laundry, and the cooking, the cleaning. Time to turn...
Join us for a FREE Holiday Event Saturday, December 6th, 2014 10:00 am - 11:30 am Valley Community Center (map of 4444 Fuller Road, West Des Moines) There are only enough spots for 100 children, so please RSVP! (RSVPs should be for the number of kids only--do...
November is a time when we give thanks. It also happens to be National Adoption Month, tomorrow being actual National Adoption Day. Today I am celebrating and sharing my thanks: To my mom and dad – thank you for always being...
"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" And we have a guide for events and happenings in the Des Moines metro to make it even more wonderful! Local Happenings: Altoona: Bass Pro Shop hosts Santa's Workshop all season long (November 16...
Disclaimer: I'm not an expert on this topic, but I'm a mom who cares deeply about her sons. I've thought about posting on the topic of pornography for awhile, but when pairing it up next to "20 Awesomely Hipster Baby...
Three years of trying. One miscarriage. Two surgeries. Months and months of fertility medications. A ridiculous number of ovulation and pregnancy tests. After all of this, I was finally pregnant. I was blessed to go about my first pregnancy “normally.”...
We invite you to join us not only for this upcoming amazing family event, but to support something so important to our community families. Blank Children's Hospital holds a sacred place in our hearts as our daughter, Clare was born at...
The Perfect Holiday Party? Hmmm. Well, I’m pretty sure that I don’t believe in anything in life being perfect, but how about a really kickin’ holiday party? Here are the things I think you really need in order create that fabulous...
Have you ever been in one of those homes that just makes you feel good? Like it's healing to your soul just to be there? It's warm and inviting and comfy and cozy and you kinda just want to stay. And then...
So, Ladies... I must tell you. I typically do this post with a fashion-loving friend who isn't afraid to think outside the box... but due to a hectic work schedule, my husband kindly obliged to helping me on our date...

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Things to do in Des Moines in May 2024

May is the kick-off to our favorite festivals and farmers markets. Cinco de Mayo, BaconFest, CelebrAsian, Tulip Time, and Downtown Farmers Market are all...