Showing posts with label arizona. Show all posts
Showing posts with label arizona. Show all posts

Monday, August 8, 2011

Summer is almost over...but drownings never end...

 Before my daughter was born, I was getting advice about what swim lessons I should start her in. Being in a town, where practically every backyard has a pool, swim lessons are a must for our kids.

Early this spring, I started her in toddler group swim classes and she was not a big fan. She cried every class for the entire thirty minutes, it was so sad, and I wasn't convinced she was really learning how to cope and respect the water.

Over the summer, it was very scary for her to be around water. She would always jump in the pool and if I wasn't there, she would sink right down to the bottom. She was not afraid of the water at all, and that was scary for me. I decided to take my friends advice, and signed her up for the ISR-Infant Swim Self Rescue classes. That has been the BEST thing I have ever done, EVER! The best money we have spent on her to date. She is on her second week of lessons, she can know jump off the edge, and swim to steps, all by herself. It's so crazy. I recommend this class to anyone who has children. The class is ten minutes per day, everyday for 6-8 weeks. Our instructor comes to our house, it's very easy and we love it.

Here is a video of her just at two weeks into the six week class. AMAZING.



|| Your Desert Momma ||

A big thank you to my dear friends Carrie and Meredith for pushing me to do this class. Thank you.

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Organic Food Delivered to Your Front Door?


How does fresh and organic,
Apples, Mango's, and Peaches sound?
or...
What about fresh and organic,
Broccoli, Lettuce and Zucchini, to just name a few?



You can now get all this and more DELIVERED to your front door! 
 How great is that?

 

Nature'sGardenDelivered.com is offering delivery in Arizona and Georgia! Locally owned and operated
 Let's say one week, you want some GRASS-FED beef,
or what about for the weekend some yummy ALASKAN SALMON is on the menu?
Thinking you need some coffee, organic honey, homemade pasta, or juice?
Yep, you can get those added to your order, too! I think I'm in love with this concept, less time spending in the market, means more time with your family and friends! Yay!

OR

North Scottsdale Farmers Market....DELIVERS!!!!
All you do is fill out order form before Saturday and they will deliver.
Summer's hours: 7am -11am
9375 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260





Don't forget you can visit any of these
Farmers Markets throughout the SUMMER!

Old Town Farmers Market at Scottsdale Stadium
7408 East Osborn Road, Scottsdale
Saturdays 8:30am - Noon
We recommend you check the
website for market updates















 
 
1840 E Warner Road, Tempe, AZ 85284
Summer hours: 7am -11am


Thursdays 9am and Friday 4-6pm



 Or check your local Farmers Markets for Summer hours!


Let's buy LOCAL, FRESH and ORGANIC! :)


| Your Desert Momma |






Sunday, June 5, 2011

Hello Summer, hello Staycations!


It's been heating up already this summer...how about some ideas for a staycation in Arizona?

Here are some of my fav's:

Farimont Scottsdale
Sip, Savor and Splash Package
Package Includes:
  • Accommodations in a luxuriously appointed Fairmont room
  • A $50 daily food and beverage credit that may be used at any of the Resort's pools and dining outlets
  • Availability: The Sip, Savor and Splash package is valid from May 14 through September 22, 2011, subject to availability


Stay one night and enjoy a $50 resort credit, stay two nights and enjoy a $100 resort credit, or stay three+ nights and enjoy a $150 resort credit. Rates from $179.
Valid June 1, 2011 - August 31, 2011. Starting at $179 per night with a Deluxe Resort View Room. Rates do not include $24 daily resort charge, taxes or gratuities. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply.



Hyatt Regency Scottsale Resort and Spa
There’s summer fun for everyone at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa. Rates start from $135 (50% off second room), and include such values as: Free dinner for kids with each paying adult, Free Camp Hyatt for kids Free golf for kids with each paying adult Free weekend Dive-In Movies Free beach and pool activities 


The Westin Kierland Resort
SUMMER 2011 ENTERTAINMENT!
Enjoy LIVE entertainment every weekend this summer at
The Westin Kierland!

Every Friday and Saturday:
Various Entertainers
8 – 10pm in The Rim Lobby Lounge

SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT
Forth of July:
Live DJ
1 – 4 pm at the Adventure Pool
Billy Abdo, Acoustic Guitar
8 – 10pm in The Rim Lobby Lounge/Dreamweaver’s Canyon Courtyard


There are many more great offers out there, enjoy!

| Your Desert Momma |

_________

Saturday, May 28, 2011

Still time to order Spring 2011 or plan your next Mustard Pie Party for the Summer!

Mustard Pie Clothing - Spring 2011
 Mustard Pie Clothing - Spring 2011
 My favorite Kid Kouture for Spring 2011!The clothes are so cute on our little divas, and they run 6mo-8yrs.



Okay, Okay....the other truth is, I think I have a shopping problem, when it comes to shopping for my little girl. I reached out to Mustard Pie to find out how to order their clothes, and next thing you know I am a Trunk Keeper for Mustard Pie in Arizona.

 If you are in Arizona, and interested in hosting your own trunk show for Mustard Pie Clothing, please let me know...you can earn some discounts or even free clothing for the items you sell! Send me a message! Happy Shopping!

To see the current Spring 2011 items available and the prices, go to the Desert Child facebook page: www.facebook.com/desertchildmag
The clothing is listed under my photos.  









Friday, May 27, 2011

The Simple Farm - for my Arizona Desert Families



Where have I been?
Just 4 miles away from my house is The Simple Farm! :) We went there today for their first time for their VERY FIRST "Friday 4pm roadside Farmer's Market"! We were greeted with open arms. What n asset to our community, and EVERY community needs to have something like this in our neighborhoods!


Some our fabulous produce we bought today 05272011:
Amazing Heirloom tomato's-my daughter picked out the BIGGEST yellow one she could find!
Dzn beautiful eggs - my daughter picked herself
Lovely sorrel - which I can't wait to experiment with
and don't forget their homemade peach organic "confiture de peches"
and the amazing organic mint apple jelly!
They were so generous to let us hang out with their "fashion model's", aka, a group of their chickens that were so amazingly beautiful...I have never seen "beautiful chickens' before.....but I found them here! Before we left, we adorned the tall sunflowers in the wind, what a great way to start a Memorial Day weekend! :)
Thank you to The Simple Farm for having us today...and thank you for opening up your market on Fridays at 4pm, for those who can't make your Thursday am times.
http://www.thesimplefarmmarketgarden.com/
LOVE <> LOVE <> LOVE