I was in King Soopers today (just strolling along buying the things we need) and BOOM. This bag of M&M’s practically jumped into my cart. For real. No thought went in to making any decisions. My hand just reached out to the shelf, grabbed the bag and tossed it in. I have been thinking a lot about the season and what it will be like without Peyton Manning. I created …
If you follow along on my blogging journey, then you already know that I am sort of a Southlands Shopping Center girl. I love to shop. I love the outdoors. I love pretty landscaping and art. I love yummy food. Southlands has created opportunities for all of this and so much more in their first ten years of being Colorado’s largest outdoor shopping spot and I feel so fortunate to …
Let me start by sharing that Lawson Adventure Park provided our family with the most awesome opportunity to explore, take risks and grow together. In return for their generously providing us with day passes to play in their amazing outdoor playground, I am sharing my experiences and some of my lessons. The ideas and thoughts are my own. While I have some great parenting lessons from Lawson Adventure Park, I …
We received the tickets to see this as a gift from The Lark and the Loon. However, all opinions and ideas in this post are of my own heart and mind. Not too long ago, we were excited to find out about a new band for us…The Lark and the Loon. They are husband/wife songwriting duo with real names of Jeff Rolfzen and Rocky Steen-Rolfzen! They were playing in Denver …
Oh my goodness, how fun is this. We have participated in not only ONE but TWO days with Girl Scouts at Elitch Gardens. Because there are so many fabulous things to see and do, there is something for every girl. We are gearing up because a new season has begun! Girl Scouts of Colorado is so great at planning so many fantastic opportunity for girls. A few tips for a …
WOW! It has been a week since I posted anything here. I have been busy traveling and celebrating life. Before I took off for California, I went with my bestie (Laura from Housewife Hellraiser) on a coffee date to Legends Coffee which now has its own amazing location in Southlands Shopping Center. It rocks! I am so excited to share it with you. If you are local, go! Go now. If …
Last night I had the honor of attending Art Educator Night at Meininger Art Materials as a Senior Brand Ambassador for Tombow USA. It was a night filled with creative energy, connection and appreciation. Not only did I get to share and spread Tombow love, I had the opportunity to meet so many lovely art teachers who are making a difference for the youth in Denver. I miss being in …
We have been talking about this in our family for quite some time, indoor sky diving! It is on the summer bucket list so when the opportunity to do it and share it as a blogger arises, I say yes please. iFLY Denver has some GREAT opportunities. We plan to do it for Zoe’s birthday in July but now will go as a family and try it out ahead of …
It’s true and it looks so super fun! Slide the City is coming to Boulder in July! On Saturday, July 18th – Thirteenth Street will be transformed as participants ride inflatables down this giant slide spanning three city blocks. With music, local vendors, and giveaways, this family friendly event promises to be a highlight of the summer. My readers SAVE with promo code USFAM — Get your tickets here! https://secure.slidethecity.com/affiliate/usfamilyguide/boulder …
Summer is almost here! I can feel it when the farmers’ markets open up, even if it still chilly here in Colorado. We went as a family yesterday morning to the one at Southland Mall and had a blast. I am so excited to share our farmers’ market baked potato bar. It all happened (with a huge tossed salad too) for a mere $10, thanks to Miller Farms. I am …