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The Metro fridge at its new home in time for Thanksgiving!
The Lewis’ and their four kids are grateful this Thanksgiving week for friends, family — and that brand new FRIDGE! Tamara Lewis won the Big Chill Giveaway from Metro Appliances & More and it will...
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Beauty Buzz: How can I brighten up my look for winter?
Dear Andi, Are there any new trends you would recommend for the winter? My makeup routine is so boring lately. Dear reader, As the weather cools and my summer color fades, my complexion is turning as...
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Fall photos that make us smile
These photos from nwaMotherlode reader and friend Kathleen Villar remind us how blessed we are by the children in our lives. The top photo is one of Kathleen’s favorite shots from a few years ago, and...
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Northwest Arkansas Calendar of Events: December 2013
Gardenland Express The popular Gardenland Express returns this year! The model trains of the Sugar Creek Train Club and the Northwest Arkansas Garden Railway Society will take over the Event Hall...
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The Rockwood Files: Mom pleads the Fifth
By Gwen Rockwood, newspaper columnist and mama of 3 It started about a week ago – a strange itching sensation on the palm of my hand. No redness, no bumps. Only a pesky itch with no apparent cause. I...
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Devotion in Motion: Choosing the perfect gift
15 Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name. 16 But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such...
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Doc Talk: How to prevent the dreaded UTI
If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection (which is not-so-lovingly nicknamed UTI) then you KNOW how painful it is. It’s a serious, drive-you-insane level of pain. And since we’re only a few weeks...
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Life with Ladybug: 50 Shades of Gray
By Shannon Magsam, Ladybug’s mama and co-founder of nwaMotherlode.com My mom has owned a beauty shop for as long as I can remember, so my hair has been many different shades. I’ve played around with...
View ArticleFunny Friday: The Hungry Games
As a fan of The Hunger Games books and movies (just saw the second one at the theater and it ROCKED, by the way), I laughed out loud at this video produced by Pretty Darn Funny. Make sure you stick...
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The Rockwood Files: My bra is showing
By Gwen Rockwood, newspaper columnist and mama of 3 I’ve been all over town with my black bra showing – and it’s entirely my husband’s fault. Let me explain. It started a few weeks ago when Tom drove...
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Devotion in Motion: A different Christmas spirit
“I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” Acts 20:35...
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Snow day pics in Northwest Arkansas!
With no school for two days — and then the weekend — Northwest Arkansas families have had lots of time to get outside and play in the snow! Thanks to all of you who shared your great pics with us! Even...
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Beauty Buzz: Great beauty gifts for tweens and teens this Christmas
Dear Andi, My nieces are just starting to wear makeup. Do you have some fun makeup/beauty gift ideas for Christmas? Dear Fun Aunt, Being a preteen or teen is such a fun age for experimenting with...
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Giveaway: Win a monthly fresh produce subscription + gift one to a great...
It’s hard to imagine it today — with all the snow still on the ground — but when the weather gets warm, how awesome would it be for a box full of fresh vegetables to show up on your doorstep month...
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Empty Nexter: Living with and letting go of tradition
By Carrie Perrien Smith The holidays present so many challenges. Probably my biggest one has been managing my daughter’s grandparents’ expectations of her appearance at their holiday meals. She is...
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Inside His Head: Stay home for Christmas or visit the in-laws?
Dear Inside His Head, My husband and I are fighting again about staying home or going to my in-laws for Christmas (my parents usually fly in to visit around New Year’s). I prefer to stay at home and...
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Five Minutes with a Mom: Anya Ansley
Name: Anya Ansley Where do you live in NWA? Rogers What brought you to the area? My husband’s job with JB Hunt Child(ren)’s names and ages: Evan (5) and Eli (2) Where did you grow up? Silver Lake, KS...
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FREE Holiday Skating rink is open at Pinnacle Hills Promenade Mall!
The Pinnacle Hills Promenade Mall has opened its FREE Holiday Skating Rink. Go visit Santa in the Food Pavilion, then stop by the rink, next to Malco Theatre! FYI, this rink is made of stuff that...
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Blog 66: San Antonio from a native mama’s point of view
Thanks to Debi Pfitzenmaier of San Antonio Busy Kids for sharing her thoughts about her hometown of San Antonio. This great city review is making us want to visit SA — ASAP! When I’m in San Antonio, I...
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