I am asked- often- how my family is able to travel as much as we do.  While my job as a travel writer does open some doors, my family rarely takes trips that are compensated.  Instead, we pay for...
It's still winter in Iowa...On March 22nd. Aren't we all ready for a little sunshine, spring weather and happy thoughts? Today's giveway is from la-dee-da designs - a home-based business offering customized screen art. I first learned about la-dee-da designs from a...
I don’t know about you, but I love Spring! I love being able to get outside with my boys and play. I love listening to the birds outside. I love opening up the window and letting the fresh air...
Looking to add some color to your walls?  Ready for a fun spring activity to add some new life to your home? We moved into a new home 18 months ago. I wanted some new economical ways to decorate our...
DMMB is honored to share today's post from Ingrid Williams - Realtor for Re/Max: Let's face it. Moving with children can be hard. As a mom of five, I experienced the fun of selling our home and moving with small ones...
We have had a rough go at it this month. Drake was diagnosed with RSV, I got a cold, Lili got a cold, I got a sinus infection, Drake's cough came back, Hubby got the flu... It just hasn't...
I’m probably not the most organized person you’ll ever meet. Actually, I come by “neatness” more naturally than I do “organization”; but in my striving for order, I have met with some success—particularly in the toy department. Some women are...
As busy moms, there are days when getting dinner on the table seems like a daunting task. Our goal, of course, is to spend time planning, preparing and presenting amazing and healthy meals for our families but then LIFE happens....
I grew up with a mom who couldn’t stand to have anything sitting on the kitchen counter.  Her countertops were always spotless, with not even a coffee pot left sitting out.  She didn’t like clutter, and her kitchen testified...
With the New Year upon us, now comes the resolutions and finding the motivation to make changes.  The juggling act…work, home, spiritual growth, husband, kids, and fitness.  Oh my!  How can you squeeze more in?  If you choose to...

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Brunch in Des Moines is the best! Not only does it combine the best of breakfast and lunch, it's a social event best enjoyed...