Monthly Archives: July 2011

Mom, I’m Bored

Article first published as Mom, I’m Bored on Technorati. My older kids know better than to say those three words to me. What followed when they did in the past was hours of separating and going through the hundreds of … Continue reading

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For Julie

As a mother, I cannot fathom what it must be like to lose a child.  I hope and pray that no one ever experiences such a loss and am saddened when I hear of those who have.  Orland Park resident Julianne … Continue reading

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Running In A Swimsuit

  There are many things that I do not realize I can’t do anymore until I attempt to do so and severely fail. While at the community pool, my youngest son tried to escape the application of sunscreen session by … Continue reading

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Top 5 Reasons to Go to Baby’s Steak and Lemonade in Orland Park

#5    Baby’s has a great selection of freshly made sandwiches, salads and other delicious items.  May I suggest the buffalo chicken pita wrap?  Make sure you wash it down with a refreshing lemonade. 

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Little Red Schoolhouse

When I was a kid growing up in the Chicago area, my mother often took advantage of the free local attractions to keep us entertained throughout the summer.  One of my absolute favorites was (and still is) the Little Red Schoolhouse … Continue reading

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Time To Get Your Bark On, Orland Park!

According to a recent announcement from the Village of Orland Park, we are now one of fifteen finalists in the PetSafe “Bark For Your Park” contest!

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No discount card? No problem, just use Jenny’s

Have you ever gone into a store while traveling to find that the prices are only right if you sign up for a discount or club card?  Well, fear not thrifty traveler! 

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Cure 4 Connor

Local 3 year old boy, Connor Ruisz, was diagnosed in January with an aggresive form of cancer called Medulloblastoma.

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Top 5 Family Friendly Things To Do In Orland Park This Summer

  Looking for something family friendly to do with the kids this summer? You do not need to look far as Orland Park has so much to offer right here in town.  

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City Lights Orchestra to Perform Tonight in Orland Park!

If you were pondering what to do tonight (7/3/11) between 5-7pm, ponder no more!

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