*Originally written in 2021. Last update May 2024. As each season gets warmer, we are reminded how few of us have air conditioning in our homes! We asked local moms what their favorite places were to beat the summer heat. This...
Author's note: The following article is about death preparation and is not intended to offend any of our neighbors for whom the subject of death is taboo. I'm sorry to surprise you here, but one day, you will die. I...
There was a wonderful episode of the TV show The Middle where the mom just wants to be alone for Mother's Day. Her family plans a big day out so she can stay home and have time to herself....
When I was pregnant with both of my kids, I felt pressure to have a “perfect” delivery. There's a whole market around this: doulas, birth centers, a plethora of books and videos…and Flagstaff, with its hipster vibe, is all...
Route 66, often referred to as the "Main Street of America," is a legendary highway that has captured the hearts of travelers for generations. In Flagstaff, Arizona, this iconic route weaves through the heart of the city, offering a...
We all want our children to learn and grow in a safe and loving environment. When it’s time for your child to start attending preschool, there are SO MANY wonderful schools in our area to choose from. To make...
I look forward to Spring Break every year. Why wouldn't I? Spring is here! Spring symbolizes wonderful things such as new beginnings, a fresh start, and warmer weather. I feel a thawing in my bones. I'm ready to purge...
One of my favorite places to take visitors to is the Lowell Observatory. My parents know that when they visit, they are guaranteed a trip to look at the stars! Perched atop Mars Hill in Flagstaff, Arizona, Lowell Observatory is...
Rising majestically in northern Arizona, the San Francisco Peaks are a prominent and revered mountain range that captivates adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike. This comprehensive guide will take you through everything you need to know about the San Francisco...
When we had our second child, just one month ago, I knew that it would be hard for our older one to share attention after she had gotten all of ours for the past two and a half years....
Until three days ago, I would have said that my biggest parental regret, hands down, was that my daughter, who was just about a year and a half old at the time, got into an ant hill on my...
Yes. I said it. And I used the "h" word because I feel so strongly about it. When my 7yo asks me to play Barbies, it takes everything within me to say "yes." I have to stop and remind myself...
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park, located in Flagstaff, Arizona, is a time capsule of the city's Gilded Age, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the history, architecture, and opulence of the early 20th century. This is one...

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