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I'm not sure if it's the fact that I'm getting older and I don't like crowds as much. Or the fact that I am a mom of two small children and the thought of shopping in public gives me...

The chill is finally in the air here in Flagstaff, HALLELUJAH! I know not everyone is a fan of the cooler weather but it's probably my favorite time of year! I love being able to cozy up in a...

My husband and I hike in some remote locations. In fact, as an archaeologist, he is often in places where he doesn’t see another soul, besides his coworkers, for days on end. Yet one thing seems to be ever...

Fall has arrived with the cool weather, comfy sweaters, Pumpkin Spiced Lattes at Starbucks, and of course the return of football! Throwing a football party is one fun way to get your friends and family together on the weekends. ...

Warmer days got you wanting to trade out your Uggs for spring sandals? Maybe it's time for a closet clean-out? I know that may not sound real fun. But what if you got to attend (or host) a "naked...

You know what's awesome? Fall.  The colors...The smells...The bulky sweaters that cover my apparently permanent "fall fluff"...Oh, and all the fall-flavored lattes we get to enjoy (see also sweaters to cover subsequent "fall fluff" from too many fall-flavored lattes. haha!).  I...

I want to start off this post by saying that I’m NOT a carpenter. I actually didn’t even know what a Sawzall (it’s a reciprocating saw) was until recently, and I just learned to make cuts on a miter...

Anyone who knows me, knows I love a good DIY project. I’m so excited to share my new found love for wide-plank plywood floors with you. When renovating our toy hauler, my husband and I had to come up...

As moms, we work so hard to make Father's Day fun. And if we're being honest, more than one of us is a little resentful at the, ahem...difference in effort put forth for Mother's Day.  I found a way around it....

Have you heard about the minimum wage increase in Flagstaff?  If you haven't then come on out from the rock you were under because it's REAL.  Small town political campaigns were staked on this issue.  I've spoken with local...

We recently sold our townhouse without having another place lined up. No, we weren't leaving town. Yes, we were worried about it. As the days ticked on, the stress mounted.It was what we had to do in this market....

Joyous Kwanza to all! 2020 has shown such a light on the black experience in America. Highlighting injustices, with the murders of many African Americans, showcasing triumphs with the Black actors having the most wins at the Emmys, and enlightening...

If you've ever moved into a new town and tried to navigate all the school options, you know choosing the best fit for your child can be overwhelming. In many towns, there are a myriad of options including public...