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I'm heading off on a health journey and want to bring you along. This isn’t just another wellness center; it’s a sanctuary where holistic health meets luxury, creating a transformative experience for me, and hopefully, my teenage daughter. I don't want to share too much of her ...read more

I saw my first orange leaves today on my morning hike and I have started wearing sweaters on the last dog walk of the day. It's happening, once again, seasons are changing. Time is flying this chilly fall month, and we are embracing every moment of hygee at home. As ski moms, ...read more

National S’Mores Day is August 10 each year. This summer we celebrated with a new recipe and time under the stars. As we head into the dog days of summer, consider this your reminder to get in those last-minute bonfires and celebrate this historically significant treat!  I have a ...read more

As we head back to school, I'm seeing more articles populate my newsfeed about restricting phones in schools. As part of my summer reading, I assigned myself the latest from Jonathan Haidt called The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic ...read more

In our family, we don't get bummed out about cold weather. We embrace it and head outdoors. That means getting the right gear to keep the girls warm and cozy on the snowiest coldest days. I've gotten really good at getting deals on ski gear and finding brands that can last for ...read more

Perhaps this spring you've moved on from your trips to the mountains. Many families have moved on to lacrosse, baseball, mountain biking and more. And that's something to celebrate. There are so many ways to play. That being said, a savvy ski mom, knows that the off-season isn't ...read more

Where I live, spring means dryness. Dry skin, dry hair, dry hands. Dry throat, nose and eyes. Between the temperature fluctuation of rain, sun and cruel spring winds – not to mention allergies and the occasional spring cold – and I am always looking for ways to battle dryness. ...read more

Moving to Vermont meant gaining many things and losing many things. It's been a learning experience to find my place here. I gained a great outdoor life and lost access to amazing restaurants and grocery stores. I've added a few things to make this transition easier--more skis ...read more

I've got thousands of photos at my disposal. I'm a snap-happy mom who loves to capture family moments PLUS I work in a very visual industry. Staying on top of all the images for my personal and professional work is a tall task. Thankfully, Amazon Photos has tools that help me ...read more

Tis the season to be hosting and cooking and cleaning and entertaining family, friends, and guests galore. Thanksgiving officially kicks off holiday time, and we're excited for good food, great drinks, and amazing company. Our 2022 Ultimate Hostess Gift Guide includes nine gift ...read more

The big Christmas countdown is on! We're celebrating the season and enjoying every merry moment this holiday season. Start a new family tradition with an exciting advent calendar filled with goodies galore--this year we're focused on creative girls that will keep kids entertained ...read more

For us, oddly enough, this week is Spring Break, and as is tradition at our house, my parents are coming to visit. Unfortunately, the way Colorado has their Spring Break set up, at least in our district, Spring Break and Easter do not coincide. Since my parents live 1,600 miles ...read more

Our apple trees are amazing this year. It's been an incredible harvest. I know, I'm supposed to be a city girl, but here's the thing, on weekend I play farmer. I've been hunting for recipes to use up the apples from the orchard.  We have a house about 100 miles from Brooklyn in ...read more

I'm having a bit of an identity crisis right now...Part of me wants fall to get here already, while the other part of me doesn't really want to let go of summer. Luckily, fall is almost here, but I still have a few weeks left to revel in the magic of summertime. Now even though ...read more

It's starting to transition to fall, and that means apple-picking season is upon us. Driving to the local orchard is one of our family's favorite fall traditions. We load up the car and head to Apple Annie's to spend a cool fall morning picking apples and tasting all the apple ...read more

Baby, it's cold outside! Fall has arrived and the nights are getting longer and chillier. Tonight the low is 19 and the rest of the week is following suit. So, what do we need when it's cold outside, girls? Something warm to drink, of course! For me, this is typically ginger or ...read more

We all love the holiday's, right? Well, some more than others, I adore them—a time to get together and enjoy each other and, of course, eat and drink some fantastic food and beverages.   Everyone seems to pull out all the stops for holiday parties and here is one you can use for ...read more

As leaves turn color and temperatures drop, we are happily reminded of the upcoming gift-giving, family-gathering, carol-singing season. While the festivities might look different this year -- you're likely staying home with immediate family, you'll still want to prepare for the ...read more

China offers a beautifully simple way to recapture elegance in everyday living. You can use it every time you dine and entertain, and even use it to elevate the sparkle of your home décor. It's time to stop saving the prettiest piece you own and put them to work. Here are seven ...read more

While I know you might think that every Friday is Celebrate Beer Day, yesterday was the official National Beer Day. If your city is anything like mine, craft brews (and breweries) with their nuanced flavors and small-batch productions are popping up on every corner and filling ...read more

Tomorrow may be the end of Oktoberfest, but luckily there is still time to celebrate! Here are five essentials you'll need to raise your own glass and prost (German for ‘cheers’) this weekend! Oktoberfest is the world's largest Volksfest (a large event in German-speaking ...read more

This week has been B U S Y. Mr. Momtrends is traveling and I have a slew of work commitments and the kids' schedules are packed. The offer to try out the Chipotle Kids Menu and find out exactly what is inside a Chipotle kids meal, couldn't have come a better time. Usually I ...read more

Zucchini is so plentiful right now. If you have a garden or a friend with a garden it's REALLY easy to come by this vegetable. And while I love grilled zucchini, there's only so many nights I can eat it. Zucchini bread bread on the other hand...that I can eat every day. This easy ...read more

Mountain biking has been gradually increasing in popularity in the US over the years, however, women are still under-represented, with males outnumbering females 2 to 1 according to the latest Outdoor Participation Survey. This statistic holds true both for first-time ...read more

When it's warm outside and the sun is shining, I seem to long for a cold, fruity, and refreshing cocktail. Anyone else? Make the most of the last days of summer with this delicious Tropical Cooler cocktail. Like most of our cocktails, this one doesn't involve more than a half ...read more

We would all love to hop on a plane this afternoon and head off to a tropical hideaway for some r&r, right? Sadly, that is rarely possible for most of us. Trips like that take planning and a good amount of vacation time and money. And while they are quite common destinations for ...read more

Welcome back! We have officially made it to the weekend. I, for one, am thrilled. Not that the rest of the days this week haven't felt like the weekend. Summer is here and the fruits at the farmer's market are amazing. To make the most of them, consider adding them to your next ...read more

Welcome to the club! That's how I great friends who are joining the next phase of life as a woman. I am all about sharing resources and helping mom friends get up to speed quickly. Making sure my besties are equipped with the right tools to enter this next phase of life with open ...read more

Cheers to summer! Like many of you, I like to enjoy a cocktail to celebrate a gorgeous summer night or a parenting success or simply to unwind a the end of a day. More and more, I've been experimenting with what I consume. I was late to the game of cocktails and was more of a ...read more

For all the folks out there with cold hands and toes, I have a solution that is both effective and sustainable! And, of course, it comes from a mom. Aurora heat is a small brand out of the Northwest Territories of Canada. Using sustainably resourced beaver pelts, they have ...read more

The holidays are a big deal in my family. I mean, they’re a BIG deal. As soon as Halloween is over, the Thanksgiving decorations go up. And while decorating for each holiday season is definitely a beloved tradition for us, our number one focus is spending time together. That ...read more

If you check out our recipes on occasion, you may have already noticed I'm a big fan of quick recipes that are delicious and nutritionally-rich. We use our crockpot several times a week as it is, but I'm always on the hunt for other recipes that taste great and can be on the ...read more

Memorial Day weekend is approaching--the unofficial start of the summer season. Time to invite over guests for good food, great drinks, and alfresco entertaining. A signature cocktail is always a hit at your start-of-summer soiree, and this delightfully punchy and palatable drink ...read more