Amanda Backus

Amanda Backus
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Amanda is an Arizona transplant from the Midwest who is navigating the middle school years with her step-sons along with all things toddler-hood with her two littles. She has been married for six years to her favorite human and works full-time as a manager. She enjoys trying new places in the east valley, travelling, Vikings football, and sarcasm.
A Hyper Local Guide to Schnepf Farms

A Hyper Local Guide to Schnepf Farms

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Today we are talking about a local farm and agritainment destination in the East Valley that we love, Schnepf Farms.   Two years ago, my family moved into our forever home that just happens to be...
How Three Families are Protecting Their Kids Online

How Three Families are Protecting Their Kids Online

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Today we're talking about internet safety, and how three local families are protecting their kids online and navigating the challenges of a digital world that we didn't grow up in ourselves. The year was 2006...

5 Fun Local Date Ideas in the East Valley

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Once you have kids it’s easy to get lost in parenthood. Dating, or even just dating your spouse, becomes a chore and gets put to the side. My husband and I have talked to many...

How to Find a Last-Minute Babysitter

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How to Find a Last-Minute Babysitter It’s 5PM on Saturday night, and you have tickets to see Hamilton at ASU Gammage (yes! It’s really coming this season!)  with your husband that starts at 7:30PM.  All of...

Paying field trip fees: 5 tips to fund the fun!

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Today we're talking about how to afford expensive field trips. If you have school aged children, you likely have sat through at least a few presentations from your child’s teacher(s) explaining an upcoming field trip...