What makes a hike family friendly?
In my opinion any hike that doesn't involve repelling can be a family friendly hike if you plan well enough. However, not every family is as recklessly adventurous as mine. So I've compiled a...
Last Month, Flagstaff Moms Blog was invited to participate in the first ever Flagstaff Foodie Tour. When we learned about all the awesome local businesses participating in the tour we jumped at the opportunity! 3 days of amazing food...
School is back in session and Fall is creeping in. Routines are becoming familiar and the days are getting shorter. Watching the colors change is one of our favorite seasonal things about living in Flagstaff. And the crisp air...
As a stay at home mom whose husband’s demanding career takes him away from home for extended periods of time, all aspects of parenting our daughter are my responsibility. It is often said that stay-at-home mothers embody different personas;...
Dress for Snow and Ice:
I once saw a woman walking around snowy downtown in snow pants and stilettos. I'm all for fashion as a means of self-expression, but if you aren't wearing practical shoes you are going to be...
The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays in Flagstaff! It's the epitome of a "small town 4th" and is as close as my generation is ever gonna come to the famous community picnic scene in "The...
It's fall and in Flagstaff, that means chilly temps and gorgeous foliage in hues of crimson, gold, and magenta; and it is the perfect time to get outdoors! Whether you are new to Flagstaff or have been here for...
I'm not a huge fan of sweets, but every once in a while I'll share a dessert with my husband and daughter. One of my favorite desserts is funnel cake -- and guess what? You can get it in Flagstaff...
There are now plenty of accounts and collaboratives on the internet promoting outdoor adventure and hiking with kids. The Instagram algorithm really seems to favor folks posing in front of epic landscapes. on the one hand I think this...
I’ve always considered myself politically aware, engaged in the world around me. I think it’s just who I am - excessively inquisitive. I question everything (my husband thinks I ask too many questions, he’s so wrong by the way)....
Flagstaff may be a small town, but one thing that Flagstaff is big on is restaurants. It seems like new ones pop up almost weekly. Some restaurants offer free kids meals or discounts on certain days or times during...
There is a lot to appreciate about living in Flagstaff: the beautiful scenery, the abundance of outdoor activities, and my belief that it's a great place to raise a family, to name a few. I especially love the fact...
Happy National Adoption Awareness Month!
My husband and I have been on a stop and go adoption journey for over two years. Having issues with infertility we decided to adopt through foster care. After having our biological daughter, we kept...
In + Around Flagstaff
The Guide: October
Fall is officially here! We're big fans of this season and all the fun activities and events happening! This time of year life seems...
