mod mom

anne kuzas age 49 information technology married mom of 16 year old daughter and 12 year old son my definition of a mod mom is…

A mod mom should be encouraging, flexible and always keeping the family organized and where they are supposed to be when they are supposed to be there! Also, able to make time for herself in her hectic daily life and spend quality time with family and friends.

the best advice i can give my kids…

My favorite saying is “you get out of something what you put into it” – which to me means to put forth your best effort in everything you do. Do your best and you will go far!

one thing my husband has given me that i can’t live without… favorite healthy meal i actually enjoy… three words my kids would use to best describe me are… Caring, loving, outgoing! my biggest mom moment was… i keep my marriage fresh by…

His love and of course, my wedding ring! He helps me get through the tough times and makes the happy times that much better! I look forward to seeing him at the end of each day – to share our day’s events and just spend time together. He is my best friend and I would be lost without him.

Baked halibut, greek rice pilaf, asparagus, a greek salad made by Bill’s mom (my mother-in-law) and a glass of red wine!

The birth of each child. Another is noticing how many things I do with my kids that my mom did with me. Hopefully I can be a good teacher to my kids like my mom was for me.

Taking time to spend with my husband, whether it be together at home, watching the kids activities or out with friends. Life can get so busy, but you must take time to be together. Put forth the effort to do it and forget about the things that aren’t getting done at home like laundry, yard work, etc. One thing we have done over the years is surprise each other with plans for a night out. We send a card to the spouse at their office that says “babysitter has been arranged, dinner and a movie date night”. It is a great surprise and a nice way to make each other feel special. one of the best books i have ever read… the last thing i say to my kids at night is… something else you should know about me is…

The “Last Lecture” by Randy Paunch. After watching the video of his last lecture and following his story, I just had to get this book. He has some great insights into everyday living. Most of all, he reminds us to live each day to the fullest and be happy no matter what.

Goodnight, I love you.

I absolutely love to travel, whether it is with my husband, my family or a group of friends! I enjoy getting away from it all and seeing the world. I feel that travel is an important part of our children’s education and we typically plan our vacation as a family. Oh yeah – and I love bison football!