Ramblings of a Semi-Conscious Mastermind Mommy Just some ramblings about my life and the people who run it for me.

I know… I haven’t been around much lately… I really don’t have any excuse…  blame Facebook… And my kids… and my inability to put down a book… GAH! Anyway, this week’s Mama Kat’s writing prompts had me in a tizzy. “This Week’s Prompts 1.) A promise. 2.) I thought my child was going to _______, [...]

Today’s post comes from a prompt from writeonedge.com.  It was intended for April Fool’s Day, but as with everything in my life…  it took a backseat to running like an idiot all over for my family so I guess this is my April Fools joke on you Dear Reader.  SURPRISE!!  An April Fool’s Day joke [...]

This month the From Left to Write Book Club is reading a book called The Art of Hearing Heartbeats, by Jan-Philipp Sendker. Not available on the American market until February 1st, The Art of Hearing Heartbeats is an international bestseller about a man who goes missing and his daughter’s search for

Before the holiday season, I was fortunate enough to be contacted by Janina from Southard Communications on behalf of Jada Toys. Janina wanted to know if I was interested in trying and reviewing one of their Battle Machines toys here for you loyal reader. Of course, I said yes. The toy arrived and m

I just wanted to take a minute of your time… I know I come on here and complain about my kids and my husband. A lot. I know… I’m usually awake in the wee hours of the morning (as I am now) thinking and being annoyed and worrying and thinking some more… It is also [...]

Recently I was given the opportunity to sample two of Kellogg’s new Fiber Plus cereals, Berry Yogurt Crunch and Cinnamon Oat Crunch.  I’d have posted my own picture but my family ate them so fast, I didn’t have time…       Anyway, I love Kellogg’s products, especially the Special K snack bars and Sp

“Here Mommy, I will be the beautiful princess and you will be the handsome prince.”  Little Miss approaches me in one of her many princess dresses, in her hand is a bright green cape adorned with dollar signs. I hate that cape. It is scratchy. And annoying. And it reminds me of our worst vacation [.

I’m not going to lie when I tell you, I’m not the biggest fan of Play-Doh. Not the company, the compound. I don’t like the smell, the consistency, and weird film left over after I’ve touched it. YUCK! However… My kids LOVE it!! So when I was contacted by Lauren at Litzky PR on behalf [...]

This week, Mama Kat’s Writing prompts included something I couldn’t resist. A chance to imagine my life without kids… I had to try it out.   I have friends that don’t have kids yet.  Sometimes I’m envious of the life they lead. I’ve been a mom for eight and a half years now. Those years [...]