The third and final summer 2018 Reno 5000 race by Dolan is coming up in just a couple weeks! My family and I ran the first one of the series three months ago, and despite it being incredibly cold that morning, we had an absolute blast. It was our first …
Read More »Returning to Pre-Baby Dreams and Goals (Post Babies)
Twelve years ago, shortly after I got married, I stumbled across cardio kickboxing classes at my local gym. I fell in love with the movements and the inherent “fun” aspect of this group class. The instructor, Verna, quickly become one of the highlights of the class. She was fun, encouraging, …
Read More »Free and Frugal Summer Activities for Kids in Reno 2018
Looking for some fun and inexpensive ways to hang with the kiddos this summer? Look no further! Here’s a sampling of some of the free and frugal summer activities you can expect this year. Do you see something missing? Let us know in the comments! Kids Bowl Free: This year, only …
Read More »The Great Big List of Summer Camps in Reno 2018
Summer is (finally) just around the corner. Whether you’re a working parent needing camps for care through the summer, or a stay-at-home parent looking for something to keep the kids busy, this list is chock-full of camp experiences your child will love. From full days, to half days, and even …
Read More »Dolan 5000 Running Races for the Whole Family
It’s no surprise that I’m a huge fan of fitness, taking care of yourself, and finding exercises that you love. I co-run a blog on the topic of fitness for moms, teach fitness classes, coach my kiddos’ soccer team, and am working towards my black belt in mixed martial arts. …
Read More »On the Other Side of Naptime
On the other side… Ladies, I made it. I survived. Not only did I survive, but I didn’t even realize that I had actually made it until I was a few months past “making it.” What is “it”, you might be wondering? Nap time. Ugh. For real. After 10 years (TEN!!!), …
Read More »Sensory Deprivation Tanks: The Gift Moms Don’t Know They Need
I recently took a trip over to Healing One here in Reno for a sensory deprivation float. What once sounded like a strange experience to me, was now something that I could readily try — and I was seriously so excited. I am a total sci-fi nerd and had seen these …
Read More »5 Reasons Reno is the Best Place to Homeschool
If you are considering homeschooling your children, you just so happen to be in one of the best places to do so! Having homeschooled my children from the get-go, I may have a little bias, but Reno has been an amazing place for my children to learn and grow in …
Read More »Five Unexpected Benefits of a Family Sport/Hobby/Activity
About two years ago, I enrolled my 4 1/2-year-old son in martial arts. Nine months later his 7-year-old sister hopped in. The following month, my husband and I were hooked, and the following month my 9-year-old daughter joined in. This month, my last born turned 4 and now he too, …
Read More »Free & Frugal Summer Activities for Kids in Reno 2017
Summer is quickly approaching. Well, maybe. Reno has been very confusing lately. But I’m at least dreaming of those warm summer days! With four kiddos, I’m 1) looking for fun activities during the summer, and 2) trying to not break the bank. And with that, here is this year’s Reno …
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