Maria Hoey
A native of Iowa, Maria moved to Los Angeles ten years ago. It's there that she met and married her husband, Brian. Maria has 2 boys who make her world go round and round and round and round... She also is a co-host on a hilarious podcast - They See Me Mommin'. When she isn't doing all things "mom" Maria enjoys reading, writing, baking, eating andLAUGHING!
Giving Back During The Holidays In Orange County
Giving back during the Holidays is truly what makes this time of year magical. We absolutely love to give back to community partners who help improve the lives of those who are in need. ...
Orange County’s Guide to Tree Farms
Picking the perfect tree for the Holidays is one tradition we love which is why we've compiled a list of Tree Farms to help you find THE TREE!
Be sure to check out our entire...
Orange County’s Guide to Ice Skating for the Holidays
Yay for Ice Skating! If you know of more places, let us know! We hope you can get out and ice skate this year!
Head back to our entire Holiday Guide here!
Thank you to our...
What To Expect At Your First Mammogram
The Mammogram - something all of us will need to get at some point in our lives.
And for those who have never experienced the joy of a mammogram - let me tell you that...
How To Support A Friend Who Has Breast Cancer
It's hard to know how to support a friend who has just been told their world has stopped and they will forever talk about life in terms of before cancer and after cancer.
When my...
Not Your Mama’s Meatloaf Recipe
Do you like meatloaf? What if I told you that this meatloaf recipe was unlike any other - would you try it?
I was never really a fan as I felt like it was dry...
How Do You Know When It’s Time To Ask For Help?
As moms, we can often feel like we have to do everything on our own. If we aren't the sole caregiver, we aren't a good enough mom. If we aren't making baby food from...
Orange County Farmers Markets
Orange County Farmers Markets
We live in the beautiful OC where the weather is almost perfect all year long, which means we can be outside 365 days a year!
Farmers Markets are a fantastic way to...
An OC Mom’s Guide To Splash Pads In Orange County
Yes, you can find Splash Pads in Orange County! Sometimes, the OC is not in a draught and that means that splash pads are open. With that being said - always be sure to...
I Drank 1 Gallon Of Water Every Day For 30 Days – Here’s What...
That's right, I drank 1 gallon of water every day for 30 days. And yes, I did have to pee. All. The. Time.
Why did I want to drink a gallon of water every day?
Basically,...
What’s On The Menu
So what’s on the menu this week? Do you have a hard time figuring it out? Yeah, so do we! But – hey we are moms and we have to get that dinner on...
The BEST Homemade Crescent Roll Recipe
This is my mom's homemade crescent roll recipe. Yes, it is the best. And I'm sure you're going to love it - it's easy and delicious. They're slightly sweet so can be eaten with...
Finding Your Person – Why Friends Are Just As Important As Exercise
I just want to preface this by saying I am in no way a doctor, medical professional, or health expert. But I believe that friends are just as important to a healthy lifestyle as...
Want To Crush Your New Year’s Resolutions? Eat An Elephant!
Ah, New Year's resolutions, they're hard not to make and even harder to maintain. Even if you're in the I don't make resolutions camp (which I am very much a part of - unless...