Today's post is a guest contribution by Kristin Porter of Iowa Girl Eats.
The falling snow, twinkling lights, and status updates of friends strapping freshly-cut conifers to their cars on Facebook can only mean one thing – Christmas is just...
What will you give to the working mom in your life this Christmas? Oh, you’re not sure? You want to pamper her with practical gifts she would never buy for herself? Look no more! Here is a list of...
I have this dream sometimes. While driving to work, I pass a car accident. A mangled mess of a car. Everyone in front of me slows down to look at the destruction. To see the tangled metal and the...
Last year, I felt like we spent a million dollars or something on gifts for Christmas. Since I'm not a millionaire, it turns out, all I remember is the debt we accrued. I can’t remember what we bought exactly,...
We’re rather minimalist Christmas gift givers in our house. You can see the floor under our tree as Christmas approaches, with only a few gifts tucked under its branches. And the majority of those are for grandparents and cousins.
The...
Wondering what to buy for that beauty lover on your list? Or maybe for yourself as you think about looking your best at all those holiday parties you have coming up? Check out these unique gift ideas that will...
You like coffee, but the idea of a latte with an extra shot of caffeine doesn’t sound good at 3 a.m. Sleep sounds better.
You like hanging out with and meeting other moms, but the idea of trampling one to...
"I'm so thankful for babysitters!"
"I am thankful for coffee after last night!"
"I am thankful for my kids."
Declaring these things that we are thankful for is easy. We can easily recognize the things that make our lives easier or sweeter....
"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...
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...
In + Around Des Moines
Des Moines Spraygrounds and Wading Pools
Perfect for the kiddos who can't quite swim yet, or for anyone just needing to cool off, splash around at one of the Des...
