Michelle
Michelle is a mom to three minis: a Queen Tween, a nine year old standup comedian, and a sweet baby who hasn’t let anyone sleep for 14 months (and counting). Michelle was born and raised a Southern California girl, but relocated to the Pacific Northwest where she has spent the past 4 years living in Seattle. Michelle is a brunch enthusiast by nature; filling her weekends exploring the town’s best offerings and searching for the next, best, perfect latte. Naturally, Seattle was the perfect fit. But after four years, Michelle, her husband, and her three minis moved to Phoenix in search of more opportunity, and, hopefully, better brunching. Michelle is a makeup artist by trade, with ten years experience in beauty, bridal, and fashion makeup. When Michelle isn’t busy packing lunches, driving to basketball practice, or attending PTA meetings, she can be found beautifying her clients. “Everyone has a story” says Michelle, “This is mine; it isn't boring.”
Why I Talk To My Kids About Violence in the News
I had a very real discussion with a fellow mama friend recently. Our kids are about the same age and she asked me about a social media post I had made on Facebook after...
5 Beauty Products Every Mom On-The-Go Should Have
I have been a makeup artist for 12 years, but my love for makeup started long before that. I swore I would never lose my passion for daily makeup application just because I became...
Giving Allowance for Chores… Is It a Good Thing?
Teenagers, Tweenagers, Toddlers OH MY! I have three kids in each of these developmental stages (fun times in my house…… ) and providing allowance for chores is not something we do for any of...
The Long and Hard Battle for Child Support
My story is not unique; I’ve spent the past few weeks talking to moms who are fighting for child support for their children. As a parent, I really try to understand why this is...
5 Spring Brands That Give Back to the Community
I started out wanting to blog this month about Spring trends. The more I started to outfit plan to share my must have list with you mamas, the more compelled I felt to detour a...
The Day I Took Over My Teenager’s Social Media
As a mommy blogger I like to think that I am in the know when it comes to all forms of social media. I personally own three Instagram accounts for various audiences, all things fashion,...
5 Ways To Make Time For You, Your Marriage and Your Well Being
Alarm goes off and up you go: breakfast, diaper changes, carpool ... our daily list is endless. By the time dinner is made and homework is done, I’m counting down the minutes until these...
How My Divorce Made Me a Better Mom
Two years have passed since the last time I had to sit across the table from my ex-husband. I could think of fifty other unpleasant activities I'd rather do. Sitting across from someone who...
How You Can Do New Years Eve Glam
New Years Eve Glam
As a mother of three, time is of the essence! Even if your New Years Eve plans consist of staying home with your littles and some close friends, its nice to...
Leggings Are the Greatest Thing on Earth… I Think You’ll Agree
Legging lovers ... I'm here to set the record straight!
Some of you may have read this recent blog post about the forty dollar "buttah" leggings and the over zealous consultants trying to trick you into joining their online...
The Tale of the Terrible Twos and Tantrums
I was laying on the table anxiously awaiting the doctor to reveal the gender of our baby. “Girl, congratulations!” Tears of happiness streamed down my face! On the ride home I had already begun...
3 Simple Hairstyles You Can Do For Fall
3 Simple Hairstyles You Can Do For Fall
Top Knot Chic
Gone are the days of top knots only being acceptable at the gym! This fast easy mom-do can be done in less than 5 minutes...
Do You Need to Learn to Say No, As Back to School Starts?
This year, as back to school looms, I'm challenging myself, and any mom who finds themselves always saying yes, to just. say. no.
How many moms have had a chance to see Bad Moms? I recently took...
Welcome to the Age of Mompreneurs
I’ve been a mom for 12 years and I've struggled with whether to stay home or pursue a career for 12 years and 9 months. Many times in my life I have debated the...
Best Brunch in Phoenix: Mother’s Day Edition
It's Mother's Day and that means you need great Phoenix Brunch ideas! Put away your aprons, take off your hostess hats and make that reservation for a well deserved Sunday Brunch. No quiche to prepare, no...
When Dad is the Designated Hitter: Surviving Baseball Games Solo With the Kids
Take Me Out To The Ball Game...
Two years, countless diapers, and nearly 365 games of regular season baseball has elapsed since Spring Training 2014. That’s two full seasons of warm summer nights, Cracker Jacks,...
Spring Into Style: Phoenix Fashion Week
The past few weeks I've had a front row seat {backstage} to Phoenix Fashion week. Our makeup team was recreating Spring 2016 makeup trends: pops of color on the eyes and soft glossy nudes on...