Hey y'all!

Today I have a joke for you, well more like a riddle. How much money will you spend on your kids stomachs until the day you die?

Don't know?

How about 95% of your lifetime income!

Just kidding... but it is a lot! As kids grow, their stomachs do too but our wallets pretty much stay the same so that makes doing simple things like going out to eat a challenge for most families. Especially when you have more than one kid and a sprinkle of growing boys in there. My son literally eats 3/4 of what my husband does and he is only 8! I don't even know where it all goes TBH. My son is just as skinny as he was when he was two!

So, in order to still do special things ( like go out to eat) with my whole crew I started to search for the best places in Dallas where kids eat free ( or super cheap).

As with any listicle, this is something that I will add to, take from or prices will change. So make sure you call ahead to check the prices, days or even if it is still offered.

I will do my BEST to keep this post up to date for you!

So now, check out this list of places where kids eat free in Dallas!

**note, to avoid repeats, some places offer more than on day, that will be noted next to the restaurant**

Sunday
McAlister's Deli 
Kids 12 and under eat for only $1.99 daily (extra for takeout)
FreeBirds 
Kids eat free every sunday with the purchase of an adult entree ( regular kids meal $4)
Dickey's
Kids 12 and under eat free every sunday with the purchase of an adult entree
Firehouse Subs
Kids 12 and under eat free! ( Day + time vary by each location)
Cafe Brazil
Kids 12 and under eat free from 5pm-10pm Sunday- Thursday)
Golden Corral
Kids under 3 eat free daily, other discounts for kids vary on location and day.
Habaneros Fresh Mex Cantina
Kids eat free all day with the purchase of an adult entree
JC's Burger House
Kids eat free on various days. Check with the one closest to you for more info.
Modern Market
Kids eat free from 5pm- close (Also on Monday)
Woody's Sports Restaurant
Kids eat free Sunday- Thursday with the purchase of an adult entree. Plus Woody's has free arcade games!
Slim Chickens
Kids eat free with the purchase of adult entree

Monday
Fuddruckers
Kids meals are only $1.99 every Monday from 4pm-close with the purchase of adult entree
Mexican Bar Company
Kids 10 and under eat free (all day)
Cowboy Chicken
Kids 10 and under eat free from 4pm-close
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
Every Monday (and Tuesday) kids eat free with the purchase of adult entree!
Posado's Cafe
Kids 10 and under eat free every Monday with every adult entree purchased.
Swirl Bakery
Free kid’s meal all day with purchase of an adult entree for kids 12 and younger.
The String Bean
Kids eat free on Mondays with adult purchase!
Big Al's Smokehouse
Kids 12 and under eat free after 5pm.
Poke Bop
Kids eat free every Monday- Thursday.
Unleavened Fresh Kitchen
Kids eat free everyday after 4!
Papa Lopez Mexican Cantina
Kids eat free on every Monday (also on Tuesday)
Paradise Bakery & Cafe
Kids eat free Monday & Tuesday 4pm- close!

Tuesday
Denny's
Kids eat free on Tuesdays from 4pm-10pm
El Corazon de Tejas
Kids 12 and under get a free kids meal for every adult meal purchase on Tuesdays.
Luna Grill
Kids eat free every tuesday from 4pm-close.
Pluckers
Kids under 12 eat free every tuesday
Texadelphia
Kids eat free every Tuesday.


Wednesday
Braindead Brewing
Kids 12 and under eat free from 4-10pm with the purchase of adult entree.
Colter's BBQ
Kids eat free every Wednesday with the purchase of an adult meal
Kyoto Japanese Steak House
Every Wednesday, kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entree.
Mattito's
Kids eat free after 5pm with the purchase of an adult entree.
Penne Pomodoro
Every Wednesday, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal ( 2 per adult)

Thursday
Beto's Mexican Restaurant
Every Thursday, kids eat
Ihop
Kids 12 and under eat free from 4-10pm
El Chico Cafe
Kids eat for 99¢ ALL DAY

Friday
Texas De Brazil
Kids 2 and under are free, 3-5 are $5 and 6-12 are half price!
Highland Park Cafe
Kids 12 and under eat free after 4:30

Saturday
Baker Bros American Deli
Kids eat free with purchase of adult entree (Sunday also)

As always, this list will be evergoing so make sure you bookmark it check back often for new or updated restaurants! 

Hey y'all,

I have officially reached a new era in this this thing called motherhood. My baby, the youngest, my little chunky butt is officially 6 and no longer a "preschool" aged little girl! She is now officially a "school aged" little girl.


Side bar- I find that those age titles are a little "off" since Italy has been in (home)school since 4.

Anyway, as I continue with this tradition of documenting their growth, I feel like I am never really able to capture them just as they are. A camera can only see what is presented to it.. not their silly responses or their warmth of a hug. So, I really hope that this little yearly post on their birthdays will remind them and myself just how awesome they were at this age!

Italy is our last baby, she was a mess of cuteness the moment she arrived! I honestly wasn't the happiest person when I found out I was pregnant with her. I had just lost over 100 lbs after having Baltimore, I was finally doing well in school and I felt like I had parenting down. Then here she comes lol, my wild child!

Even though Italy was a surprise and I was not ready for her... I wouldn't have had it any other way! Through that pregnancy I gained what I consider one of my best friends... who just so happened to be due a few days after Italy! Talk about God working in mysterious ways!

When I was pregnant with Italy, I suffered from a lot of dehydration, morning sickness. I consumed so much ginger (ale, snaps, fresh & powder) that still can not stand it to this day! She definitely put me through the ringer before she was born!

But that's who she is!

Italy is always the one that makes her siblings laugh, whether it's with her or at her. She definitely has inherited her father's sense of humor and for that I am thankful!

So.... This is 6!


1. What is your favorite color? Pink
2. What is your favorite Food? Uh like dinner or something? Maccaroni?!
3. What is your favorite show or movie? Ninjago.... I don't know!
4. What is your favorite activity? Playing games. Just like building and stuff.. i don't know.
5. What is your favorite subject? Science
6. What do you think 6 will be like? Umm getting older or something?!

Italy, Mommy & Daddy love you so much! Your smile always brightens our day and your silly personality makes us laugh uncontrollably! We are so lucky that God had decided to give you to us! We are so proud of your growth and the love that you share with others! Happy Birthday little Italy Whitaly!

Hey y'all!

So let me tell you a little secret about me. I am a plus size woman! Whew.. now that that's outta the bag we can go home.... ( kidding). Yes, I am plus sized and as much I would like to say " I love the way I look" that would be a flat out lie.

The truth is, a lot of women (plus size or not) have issues with their bodies and how clothing contributes to our insecurities. We tend to constantly live in fear of how something makes us look or if it flatters your figure.

Growing up, I was always told I couldn't wear stripes or heard someone say "Big people can't wear stripes", or "Stripes make you look wider than you actually are!". While patterns can alter the way we see shapes and it can give off the illusion of multiple angles or inaccurate distances, plus size women can wear stripes! If you are a plus size woman there are plenty of ways to rock stripes so don't ever feel like you can't!

I for one have always struggled with clothing and how it looks on me, even when I lost over 100 pounds. It wasn't until this past Spring that I finally pulled the trigger and bought a striped dress. Well, actually my husband was the one that badgered me to get it. He loved the colors and he thought they would look great on me. So after a quick back and forth I gave in and said I would wear it.

It took me about two weeks to actually put the dress on and get in front of a camera and I am actually glad I did! My striped dress is now one of my favorites!

Now, on to the reason you are reading this post.... how to rock stripes when you are plus size!

1. Be confident- A lot of the time  we are the one that  thinks we look ridiculous when in actuality, we don't! Showing that you are confident in your stripes gives off a vibe of love and confidence! So, if you have to practice wearing them around the house do it and walk out feeling like a million bucks!

2. Go vertical- Since stripes can alter shapes, going vertical will make your plus size figure longer and leaner! I know a lot of women love to look taller, especially with their legs!

3. Pair with a solid- Sometimes, going full stripe takes time. So, if you are someone that needs to test the waters first before going head first try pairing a solid color top with a pair of stripe pants or a strip top with a solid skirt. There are many different ways to mix it up so don't be afraid to try different looks.

4. Go black and white- We all know black is pretty slimming and white can accentuate so wearing black and white stripes will not only slim but the white will enhance those curves giving you an amazing figure!

5. Layers- If you prefer horizontal stripes but aren't a fan of how they look on you, layer up with kimono, cardigan or duster. Adding a layer on top whether it's solid or a print can also add a dimension to your look and give you a bomb outfit and be beyond flattering.


6. Add a POP of color- Along with wearing black and white stripes, a pop of color can definitely draw the eye to a an area you would much rather be the focus. Our eyes tend to go straight towards the obvious odd color. Try adding a bright color in your top, pants or dress!

Hey y'all!

Guys, springtime is always a bitter sweet time for me, I have the Spring Holy Days, which I love, and everyone has a birthday which I don't love! Seriously, 66% of my family have birthdays that not only seem to happen right after one another they seem to come a lot quicker these days. I mean can I recover from the first kids birthday already?!

Each year the kids birthdays seem to get harder and harder for me. I had my children close in age which I had planned on, but having them so close in the year.. I DID NOT! Last year, Thai turned 10 and then a month later, Italy turned 5! Very big milestones in a kids life. Then you throw in two birthdays in between those, one being the big 3-0 and the other for the only boy... emotions are bound to erupt! The only birthday I can fully mentally prepare for is Phoenix's. Hers is so far down the year that I have time to recuperate and prepare for another child to grow up on me.

Well this birthday should come as no surprise to many of you, this birthday is for the boy! The only boy in our mini gang of kids.

My son is my heart and joy, the one who loves hugs more than anyone else and the one that looks up to his dad as if he was a super hero! My husband has had plenty of nicknames for Baltimore but one that has stuck (and Baltimore actually likes) is King #2. He loves that his father calls him that and also, he loves that his sisters look at him and respect him as King #2.
I on the other hand know that he will eventually grow up, get married and have a life of his own and that I will no longer be the number one woman in his life. AND THAT HURTS! Each birthday, I try to tell myself that no matter how old he gets, who his wife is and how many kids they have, that he will always be my baby boy.... just in a different stage of his life.

I have been blessed with my family and while at times I can't stand the boyish (ie nasty, stinky, weird and death defying) things my son does, I know that I am blessed!

So as I continue this tradition of making a blog post memory/keepsake, I want to wish my King #2 a happy birthday!

This is 8!


As you can see, Baltimore is a man of many words lol.

Baltimore, daddy and I love you more than you will ever know! We are so thankful that God has blessed us with a young man that not only loves his family and God's way of life, but also goes out of his way to show it! We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished so far! WE LOVE YOU!