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Author Archives: Orland Park Mom
Thankful for the Little Things
Every year I ask that my children express what they are thankful for on Thanksgiving. Of course, we are all forever thankful for our families and friends, our health and the world around us. As I ran around town yesterday and today gathering all … Continue reading
Posted in Everything else, Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged little things, Thankful, thanksgiving
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Disregard for Handicap Parking at School
Here in Orland Park we are blessed to have the awesome “valet” drop-off and pick-up system at our public schools. Teachers stand outside and make sure our little ones get safely into the building. I love this luxury, especially when the … Continue reading
Posted in Everything else, Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged Handicap parking, Homer Glen, Moms, Orland Park, schools, valet
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Ladies Night Out to Benefit Local Food Pantry!
Come on out this Thursday night to Pompei restaurant in Orland Park for some great food, a fun time and a wonderful cause! From 6pm to 9pm free appetizers will be served, discounted drinks will be offered and vendors will offer a multitude items to … Continue reading
Who Takes Care of Mommy When She is Sick?
I’ve got a horrible case of Strep throat. My voice is all but gone and every ounce of energy is drained from my body. Nevertheless, this does not change the fact that many things still need to be accomplished today. … Continue reading
Trick or Treating in Orland Park
Halloween is almost here! Costumes are ready and local kids are super excited about the possibility of bags full of candy. Trick or Treating hours in the village are listed as 2pm through 7pm this year.
Posted in Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged candy, kids, Orland Park trick or treating, safety, tips
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My Own Private Island
No, I did not win the lottery. The island I am referring to is purely symbolic. Let me explain…Over 15 years ago, I was a young bride living in the city, preparing for my first ever Thanksgiving dinner party. On … Continue reading
Posted in Everything else, Family, Food, Uncategorized
Tagged family, Private Island, thanksgiving
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Cafe Gaston Grand Re-Opening This Wednesday!
Cafe Gaston will be hosting a Grand Re-opening event on Wednedsay, October 26th from 5-7pm! Besides the obvious reasons to go to Cafe Gaston like spectacular food and amazing service, they are holding a ribbon cutting ceremony and will be … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Food, Local Businesses, Uncategorized
Tagged Cafe Gaston, french american cuisine, Grand re-opening, Orland Park, ribbon cutting
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Ross Dress For Less Grand Opening Saturday!
Orland Park Mom was invited to a VIP Sneak Preview of the brand spankin’ new Ross Dress For Less tonight. Of course I accepted and was excited to see what all the buzz was about. I was told I could … Continue reading
Posted in Deals and Sales, Fashion, Local Businesses, Uncategorized
Tagged Orland Park, Ross Dress For Less, shopping
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Kids Eat Free at Francesca’s!
Loyal OP Mom subscriber, Carrie, has clued me in to another local kids eat free option. Francesca’s, located at 12960 S. LaGrange Rd. in Palos Park, offers a kids eat free discount on Mondays. One child age 12 an under … Continue reading
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