Kelly
Kelly lives in Terrell Hills and is a full-time working mom of 4 in a never-a-dull-moment blended family. Her twin stepsons, Eric & Grant, are high school juniors. Her daughters, Eleanor and Sadie, are in junior high and elementary school. She and her husband, Ryan, are both attorneys. When she is not working and "air-traffic controlling" her busy brood, she and her family enjoy exploring San Antonio and the surrounding area.
Six Port Aransas Treasures
Eleanor, Beverly, Parsons, and Sadie watch for enemies aboard the Red Dragon Pirate Cruise.
Even though we are all in the throes of back-to-school mania, guess what? Here in San Antonio, we still have plenty...
Lactation Law 101
It seems like yesterday that I was dealing with it: still in a postpartum haze, picking up my briefcase, and heading back to the office a mere 12 weeks after my first daughter was...
Perspectives on Parenting: Why being a working mom is best for me
Motherhood comes with a host of choices to make about what is best for you and your family. We at Alamo City Moms Blog have a variety of moms who want to embrace these choices...
Alamo City Family Summer Movie Guide
I've got some good news and some bad news. Which do you want first?
THE BAD NEWS
Let's start with the bad news so that you have something to look forward to!
Folks, our options for family friendly movies...
Simple Summer Recipe: Meatball Subs
On busy weeknights, my whole family enjoys this easy-to-prepare, comfort-food dinner. Serve with celery sticks and carrot sticks with a little Ranch dressing.
Ingredients
1 package hot dog buns
cooked meatballs (The Anderson family has tried a...
Working Mom’s Workbook: DIY Yogurt Desk Breakfast
I know, I know. BREAKFAST IS THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY. But usually I don't have time to eat until I get to work in the morning. When I do, I want it to...
Guest Post :: Waiting With Wyatt
Today we welcome our guest contributor, Carrie, finalist for Alamo City's Amazing Mom and sister to ACMB contributor Kelly. Carrie was born and raised in San Marcos. After college and law school, she moved...
Get Away to Garner State Park
Are you looking for a fun family getaway just a stone's throw from San Antonio? Head west to Garner State Park! My husband, Ryan, along with my two girls and I, met up with...
Kids’ Fiesta Fashion for Every Budget
Fiesta is here! Mamas, it's time to get out your embroidered tops and capris, your white jeans, your bohemian accessories, your brightly colored sundresses and your sandals. That takes care of YOUR Fiesta wardrobe,...
An American Girl Tea Party
Spring has truly sprung in San Antonio, and March going out like a lamb also signifies Sadie, the baby of my family of six, blowing out an ever-increasing number of birthday candles. Sadie turned...
Plan-Ahead Tips for a Fun & Frugal Fiesta!
Fiesta, San Antonio's two-week city-wide party, is less than a month away. In order to optimize the fun and minimize the hassle, there are a few things you can do right now to get...
Viva Mardi Gras, San Antonio!
My husband and I have an ongoing love affair with the city of New Orleans. One of our first trips to the Big Easy was back in 2002, when we first started dating. Ryan, an...
Step by Step: Nifty New Fitness Finds
It's February! Where did January go? Are your "get in shape" New Year resolutions already a distant memory? Are you looking for a way to jump-start your fitness routine? Well, step right up. I...
Work Travel Woes and Wonders
Fortunately, I don't have to travel for work very often. As I have gotten older, I've become more and more a creature of habit and routine, and it can be hard for me to...