Archive for June, 2010

The Mommy Makeover

As a 38-year-old mother of two, I have been struggling with self-confidence as it relates to my body image for the past 20 months. When I had my first child ... Read more..

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010 Posted in Main | 4 Comments »


Hill Country Summer Fun

For the last year, my husband, parents and I had been talking about taking an international trip this summer. Unfortunately, airfares were just too high to justify the ... Read more..

Monday, June 28th, 2010 Posted in Main | 2 Comments »


Blanton Museum of Art Free Weekly Event

Need a break from the pool? Perhaps you would like to do something in an air conditioned building? We live in a city that is full of fun, free stuff ... Read more..

Monday, June 28th, 2010 Posted in Austin, Main | No Comments »


Family Connections Library Toy Return

Do you still have toys that were checked out of the Family Connections Library? If so, you can now return them. Read an email that we received below for details: Dear ... Read more..

Monday, June 28th, 2010 Posted in Austin, Main | No Comments »


The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, June 25-27, 2010

Music in the Park- Pack a picnic, bring your lawn chairs and listen to some FREE live music while the kids play on the playscape. This week’s show features The Invincible ... Read more..

Friday, June 25th, 2010 Posted in Weekenders | No Comments »


Thursday’s Dish: Asian Pasta Salad with Kale

Almost exactly a year ago, I wrote an entry on cooking greens (mustard, collard, etc.). In it, I mentioned a pasta salad recipe I was working on and said it ... Read more..

Thursday, June 24th, 2010 Posted in Recipes | 1 Comment »


Capital MetroRail : Have You Used It?

My name is Lori, and I am directionally challenged.  This results in my having a REALLY hard time navigating downtown Austin.  I have been SO excited about the new Capital ... Read more..

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 Posted in Features | 2 Comments »


Austin Bloggin’ Mama Social

Are you an Austin area mom who blogs? If so, join us at the second annual Austin Bloggin' Mama Social on July 9, 2010 from 6:00- 8:00p.m. at Gallery D ... Read more..

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 Posted in Features | No Comments »


Children’s Art Contest

I received an email about an art contest for local Austin kids who are 6-12 years of age. Thought I would share it with you, as it will give your ... Read more..

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 Posted in Austin, Main | No Comments »


It’s Getting Hot Out There

So, as of yesterday, summer is officially here! Now we enter the portion of the year when a walk in the frozen section of HEB is divine and ... Read more..

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010 Posted in Austin, Features | 5 Comments »