Category Archives: Kids

The Case of the Missing Invite

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Let me just start off by saying, I think I am losing my mind.  I don’t remember feeling these immature feelings when I was, well, less mature.  Let me explain, here is how it went down… My child came home from … Continue reading →

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Ugliness Lawsuit?

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

  At first I thought this was a joke.  A reader sent me an email about a man who sued his wife for, well, misrepresenting her natural attributes.  Turns out it was true!

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Trick or Treating in Orland Park 2012

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

  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.   Here are some … Continue reading →

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Halloween Costume Madness

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

    So, one of our favorite holidays is soon approaching!  My two younger kids are all excited about the upcoming parties, trick or treating and above all else…COSTUMES! My 7-year-old son was quick and easy.  He went through the … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back School, I’ve Missed You…

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Raise your coffee mugs…..It’s almost here ladies, one more day, we’ve come so far, you can do it!! Welcome back silent morning coffee time, welcome back sanity.  Welcome back being able to go to the grocery store and actually get … Continue reading →

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City Lights Orchestra to Perform Tonight!

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Wondering what to do with the family tonight? How about a free concert right here in Orland Park? My family attended last year and really had a wonderful time. I think this is one of my favorite new events that … Continue reading →

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Free Museum and Planetarium Days Next Week!

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

The kids came home from their last day of school today at about 10am and 11am respectively.  By noon, they were fighting, complaining and inquiring about what we were going to do tomorrow.  

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A Letter of Gratitude To My Fellow Moms…

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

Dear Fellow Moms, Thank you for being there for me.  As a mom, you support me when I need it the most.  A small gesture that may seem miniscule in nature to you very well may have made the difference … Continue reading →

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School Board Member Earns Accolades for District 135

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

You may recall hearing about a CPR/AED program offered to students at our local junior high schools.  Well, thanks to the efforts of school board member Lynne Donegan to include the training as part of the curriculum, the Illinois House of … Continue reading →

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Orland Park Mom

My favorite thing about St. Patrick’s Day?  The South Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Western Avenue.  Coming in as a close second…. Shamrock shakes. I am embarrassed to admit how many shamrock shakes I consume during this time of year.  I can’t help … Continue reading →

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