February pulls at our heartstrings... Not only does Cupid strike on the Fourteenth, it's also Heart Health month! That's why we are sharing a few foods that will put you in the mood and keep your ticker healthy (a win-win!). Chef Mareya Ibrahim, the Fit Foodie and author of Eat ...read more

Let me ask you a question: What does your daily skincare routine at home look like? Do your morning and nighttime beauty rituals look basically the same? If so, you might want to consider switching things up. I noticed a few years back that the further I got into my thirties, the ...read more

Having a pet is a big responsibility. I begged and begged my parents to get me a puppy when I was a kid, and it took years to finally convince them. They waited until I was older and more mature; ready to help with the day-to-day tasks of caring for a furry friend. February is ...read more

How much screen time is too much screen time? As I write this very post, we are in the midst of our first official "snow day" of 2019. I got the robo call bright and early from the district superintendent informing me that due to the forecast our schools would be closed today. ...read more

One of the biggest perks of working in a small office is the ability to share favorite reads. Listening to an audiobook while taking care of business makes the day fly by. Our latest guilty pleasure is I Owe You One written by New York Times bestselling author Sophie Kinsella, ...read more

My go-to Valentine gift for teachers? A $5 Starbucks gift card with a mug and message "I Love You a Latté."  It might not be the most original or clever idea, but, hey, I'd be psyched to essentially be handed a gratis Grande. And I do believe that coffee and love go hand in ...read more

Do you have a trench coat you love? This classic clothing piece was originally invented for the British army in World War II, (wikipedia says Thomas Burberry invented the gabardine fabric in 1879 for the UK war office in 1901). In the past hundred years, the trench style has ...read more

Heart-shaped cookies and crafting... That's what the after-school hour is going to look like around here on Thursday. I love celebrating Valentine's Day with the littles and I especially enjoy keeping them engaged and entertained with fun and festive activities. These adorable ...read more

Cupid's cocktails--that's what I'm calling these three delicious drink recipes. Sweet, bright, and PINK, they'll surely inspire feelings of fuzzy love and buzzy delight come Valentine's Day.  Whether you're planning a Galentine's dinner or romantic tête-à-tête with your plus-one, ...read more

You know what's good ski marketing? Puppies! I've been working hard for years to spread the word about how much fun winter sports are, but I met some four legged ambassadors that are far better at attracting families than I am. Meet the Squaw Alpine Rescue Dogs. Love playing in ...read more

One of those products that sat in my medicine cabinet unused for a long time: witch hazel. I had it--because it's just one of those staple essentials you're supposed to keep stocked, like rubbing alcohol and hydrogen peroxide, but it certainly wasn't getting much play. I'd whip ...read more

Valentine's Day morning is my favorite. I no longer have lofty goals of romantic date nights and shiny gifts. No, nowadays, Feb. 14 is all about family time--loving on my crazy kiddos. That's why I love starting the day with a deliciously sweet breakfast that shows my little ...read more

Do you have products in your beauty stash that you can't seem to give up no matter what? Well, there is a particular Kiehl's face mask that I can't quit. One of the perks of writing about beauty trends is getting to try out the latest and greatest beauty products. And, trust me, ...read more

A huge thanks to Kristen Lummis (aka https://braveskimom.com/) for contributing to this piece and to our 2019 Family Ski and Snowboard Guide. As you start to fall in love with the sport of skiing, you might want to consider moving from rental equipment to owning your own gear. ...read more

I've been going through a bit of a beauty rut lately. It's a rare occasion that I extend myself beyond concealer and lip balm. If I break out the mascara, chances are it's a pretty special occasion.  Maybe it's the pregnancy that has me unmotivated in the makeup department. I ...read more