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So You Want to Go Back to School…Here’s How Four Local Moms Did It

I made the decision to pursue my Master’s degree last summer, after nearly 20 years away from formal education. Going to graduate school online, while working full-time from home during a pandemic has NOT been easy. However, it is still doable.

May 25, 2020May 25, 2020 by Momma

Fashion & Beauty, Raves & Faves

SHOP ONLINE: Meet Campo Alpaca

This post is sponsored by Campo Alpaca, however, all reviews and opinions about the company and product are based on my own personal experience. I first met Katie Lorenz, owner and founder of Campo Alpaca, an online boutique featuring alpaca fiber

May 13, 2020May 12, 2020 by Momma

Fashion & Beauty

SHOP ONLINE: Meet LMC Boutique

Earlier this year, I started a new series for the blog called “SHOP LOCAL: Meet the Mom Behind…” to feature some of my favorite local businesses, along with the moms who run them. “SHOP ONLINE: Meet…” is a spin-off of that

April 21, 2020April 21, 2020 by Momma

Raves & Faves

What to Binge-Watch During “Safer at Home”

So, we are all stuck at home for an undetermined amount of time. Governor Evers says until April 24th, but we all know that the “Safer at Home” order in Wisconsin might last longer than that, along with the worldwide COVID-19

March 28, 2020April 28, 2020 by Momma

Raves & Faves

SHOP LOCAL: Meet the Mom(s) Behind Booth 121

It’s hard not to smile when you peruse the many unique, locally-sourced and handmade gifts at Booth 121, a specialty retail store on Monona Drive on Madison’s east side. From clothing and accessories to candles and other home decor, Booth 121

March 4, 2020March 4, 2020 by Momma

Fashion & Beauty, Raves & Faves

SHOP LOCAL: Meet the Mom Behind The Purple Goose

As an avid shopper, I particularly love shopping local boutiques in Dane County for unique and on-trend clothing and accessories. In addition to great pieces and prices, one of the benefits of “shopping small” is developing personal connections with store owners

February 20, 2020February 20, 2020 by Momma

Raves & Faves

SHOP LOCAL: Meet the Mom Behind Crescendo Espresso Bar + Music Cafe

SHOP LOCAL: Meet the Mom Behind…is a new series designed to introduce you to local businesses in the Madison area that you may or may not be familiar with, along with the moms who run them! When you shop local, you

February 3, 2020March 3, 2020 by Momma

Fashion & Beauty

Why I Love Z Boutique: The Only Plus-Size Shop in Madison

Last month, I had the distinct honor of walking in the Fashion Forward: A Catwalk for Charity event at The Sylvee, on behalf of Z Boutique. Z Boutique is a locally-owned plus-size boutique, specializing in women’s sizes 14-24. As someone who

November 18, 2019January 24, 2020 by Momma

Random Thoughts

I’ll Say It: Halloween is Just So EXTRA

I haven’t written a post for Madison Mom (formerly Madison Moms Blog) in several months. It was great to finally get something out. And get this off my chest. I am not a big fan of Halloween, as I’ve already mentioned

October 24, 2019January 24, 2020 by Momma

Raves & Faves

The Best Birthday Freebies in Madison

I celebrated a birthday earlier this month, and as someone who LOVES free stuff, you best believe I took advantage of the many birthday offers available in our area. I’m all for a good deal and many of my favorite businesses

September 27, 2019September 28, 2019 by Momma