Category Archives: Parenting

Hot Dogs for Hope!

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

Come on out to support both Children’s Memorial Hospital and the Children’s Miracle Network this weekend!

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Batter Up!

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

This baseball season is coming to an end and I have to say that it makes me sad.  Sure, its been like a juggling act trying to get to two games at different parts of town at the same time … Continue reading →

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Silver Lake Offers Yoga Class for Moms

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

The great folks over at Silver Lake Country Club are launching a new yoga practice called Yoga On The Green.  They will bring in certified Yoga Instructors from local yoga studios to lead the classes.   Sessions will be held on their dedicated yoga green that … Continue reading →

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Kids Eat Free at Champps!!

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

What could be better than one free kids meal with every adult entrée purchased?  You guessed it….TWO free kids meals with every adult entrée purchased!  That is the deal they are offering at Champps Americana right here in Orland Park. 

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It’s All a Matter of Perspective

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

  This morning I continued my search for the ever elusive bicycle pump in my garage of horrors.  My little guy ventured out onto the driveway to ride his scooter and within seconds he was running at me with the fear … Continue reading →

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Kids Eat Free at Granite City!

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

Update 7.28.14- A reader has notified me that this deal is no longer available at the Orland Park Granite City location.    As the weather warms up and the busy baseball season is upon us, it is nice to be … Continue reading →

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Hey there, Boo Boo!

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

The youngest of my bunch is just about finished with Kindergarten.  Every day he comes home with things for me to ooh and aah over that he has completed at school.  On Wednesdays the class has “technology” which basically consists … Continue reading →

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Excuse me?!?!?!

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

  There are some things I cannot stand.  One is the sound that the Morton Salt container makes when you open the aluminum spout, another the pissy little brat who works at the counter where I buy my make-up at the mall and … Continue reading →

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Birds, Bees, Therapy and Cookies

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

  Yesterday, my son had the awkward experience of attending the Robert Crown Center for Health Education.  All kids in the 5th grade that attend public school here in Orland Park go unless you specifically request that they do not.  My eldest … Continue reading →

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Little Birdie

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Orland Park Mom

This morning, as I was peacefully making my coffee, a shrill scream comes from my daughter’s room  followed by “MOM!  Come quick!”.  Of course I panicked and thrust myself down the hallway towards her room like a madwoman fearing the worst.  … Continue reading →

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