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Fun Ways to Burn Off Those Calories from Thanksgiving Dinner I have been working hard this year to try and lose weight, and as all of us busy moms know,…

November 12, 2012No CommentRead More

The Busy Mom’s Fall Decorating on a Budget

Fall Decorating on a Budget — By Melissa Frasier (aka “The Busy Mom”) I love the holidays, and fall has always been one of my absolute favorite seasons. The colors…

October 15, 2012No CommentRead More

The Busy Mom’s Back to School Checklist

Back to School Checklist — By Melissa Frasier (aka “The Busy Mom”) Most people make resolutions about how they will do things differently every New Year’s Eve, like going to…

August 14, 2012No CommentRead More

What Would You Get a Famous Dad for Father’s Day?

With Father’s Day arriving in just a few weeks, you see ads suggesting all sorts of glorious things to buy for dad from riding lawn mowers to a brand new…

June 11, 2012No CommentRead More

When Mom’s Happy, EVERYONE’S HAPPY!

If you asked most moms what their hobby was, they’d probably end up laughing and shaking their heads. Between grocery shopping, doing the laundry and running kids all over town,…

May 7, 2012No CommentRead More

Dressing Your Kids for Crazy Weather: Create a Foolproof Wardrob

Spring weather in Oroville is so unpredictable, as evidenced by the pouring rain hitting my windows as I write this column right before Easter. I had a dilemma this week;…

April 9, 2012No CommentRead More

Creating fun Easter baskets that the kids will love

Creating fun Easter baskets that the kids will love doesn’t have to break the bank. Depending on the family finances and ages of your children, some years may require more…

March 26, 2012No CommentRead More