My City Life with Kelly Coleman

meet Kelly Coleman

First and foremost, I am a mama to five! Some biological, some adopted, all of them driving me to wine, botox and prayer! With my educational background in child development, and unique and intentional style, I started a parenting blog in 2017. I have had the absolute privilege of speaking into the lives of so many parents across the Valley in various forums. We are all figuring this out together! I love life, family, being active and LIVING IN SCOTTSDALE!

recent entries

The Kids Are Gonna Be Alright

So here’s the truth.Going into distance learning with my four kids, I was sent copious amounts of schedules and programs. I’ve seen so many amazing color coded schedules and ideas for homeschooling kids while we are all at home. I thought it was awesome; I also knew it wasn't going to be for me. I know my strengths and weaknesses. I have no desire to homeschool. When our district rolled out their online distance learning for each of my kids, I was so impressed with their ability...

Home in the Desert

As it turns out, if you’re going to be in quarantine with four kids still at home, Arizona is a pretty great place to do it.While the rest of the world is completely shut down, it’s spring time in the desert! And it is so beautiful. While we are being responsible and maintaining proper social distance, the kids and I have found such peace and relief in this beautiful desert we call home.We have hiked new trails, most of them less traveled and popular, to avoid any crowds. This week we ventured...

Learn Your Kid's Love Language

You know what is overwhelming? Parenting. Like seriously. Maybe I’m missing something but I don’t think “parenting” was like a whole thing 40 years ago. Now people have entire parenting styles. There are books and conferences. So many opinions, so many options.I mean not only do I need to make sure these kids are alive and healthy, but I’m juggling sports schedules, doing well in school, friend choices, spiritual development, global awareness and overall...