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Mom's Moment: Three Summery Recipes for the 4th

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I’m not a cook. My husband actually prefers the kitchen, and for that, I consider myself lucky… I’ve just never had a knack for prepping food.

That’s why I’ll take any help I can get, considering it’s nice to at least try- once in a while- to be a Betty Crocker.

I recently took my first trip to

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Mom's Moment: Summer Boredom Busters

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As we head into the dead of summer, I’m pulling my hair out trying to keep my kids entertained. In the same boat?

Here are 7 non-cliché boredom busters to stimulate the kiddos, and in turn, keep us mamas somewhat sain.

Travel “at home”

Surrendering an extravagant, expensive summer vacay? Instill in kids a love for travel from the comfort of home. You’ve probably heard of Little Passports, monthly subscription kits for kids exposing them to the world- but they just released a pseudo “camp in a box.” These 

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6 Ways to Play at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain

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There can be a lot of pressure when planning a summer staycation. Many kid-friendly escapes might not have enough for Mom and Dad to enjoy—and what about those unimpressed teens and tweens? What will keep them busy? The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain in Marana unveiled a renovation less than a year ago, welcoming some fun additions to its already-wonderful family-friendly lineup of activities, amenities and accommodations. Here’s what to see and do during your next getaway down...

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Summer Cleaning for Your Digital Life

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The digital era has brought the entire world to the tips of our fingers. With just one click on your phone, you can book a flight to Europe, deposit a check, or find the fastest route home from work. Alongside such modern conveniences, the Internet has created the ability for other people to judge who you are based on your online profiles. With this in mind, Jennifer Ward, Arizona President of the Employers Council, provided some insight into how students, employees and businesses can put their best foot forward online. While spring cleaning is focused on eliminating unwanted clutter in your physical space, summer cleaning is all...

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10 Things to do This Weekend in Phoenix: Family Edition

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10 Things to do This Weekend in Phoenix: Family Edition

With one month of summer vacation nearly behind us, reenergize your summer with an interactive exhibit or a live show. This weekend of June 28 to 30 brings a wide range of cultural, historical, and artistic activities.

Friday:

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Symphony of the Stars Laser Show

Fans of “The Lion King,” “Jurassic Park” and “Star Wars” will be delighted by seeing a laser...

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