Author Archives: Kristin

In Loving Memory — How You Can Help John Coons and Bryan Byrge

John Coons, one of the liveliest and loveliest people I have ever known died today while commuting to work on his bicycle. He and his dear friend, Bryan Byrge were both struck and killed instantly by a large pick up … Continue reading

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Winter Trips — Taking the Road Less Traveled (it’s okay, we have AAA)

I’ll just say it.  We like year-round school.  We like it a lot. The benefits of mini-breaks outweigh the pain of the year round calendar (three week summer break). One of our favorite parts is vacationing in the off-season.  We’ve … Continue reading

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Operation Undies 2013 — Thanks For Your Help

The year is coming to a close and so is Operation Undies.  For our 5th anniversary we went back to basics this year and provided the item that started it all Socks and Undies. Through a combined effort with friends, … Continue reading

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Gingerbread Festival in Daybreak — A New Christmas Tradition

I love the second half of December.  By the second half of the month, most of the shopping and holiday obligations are over and the fun, magical events happen. We started a new magical tradition last year attending the Ivory … Continue reading

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I Want Your Undies — Operation Undies is BACK

I found the Centro de la Familia, a Headstart program for the children of migrant farm workers, almost four years ago. One of my friends, a preschool teacher at the school, reached out asking for help with some very basic … Continue reading

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My Embarassing Moment — Is It Really Worth The Rush?

                        I had my day all planed out.  I put several things off until later in the afternoon so I could combine trips and “save time.” I could have done … Continue reading

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The Perfect Day

So my baby, who I swear was just born about three months ago, just reached the age of accountability.  So, she got baptized.  AND, by coincident, I think we just had the happiest day in our lives. Most the joy … Continue reading

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Steal Time For Fun

At this very moment I should be making a grocery list, washing my hair in the shower, cleaning my kitchen or vacuuming my carpet.  But I’m not. Instead, I’m doing this. The thing is, I know that those things will … Continue reading

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It’s Okay To Be Shallow — Five ways to improve self image

Having a positive self image is very important to your mental wellness. There are certain things you’re doing that contribute to your positive or negative self image. The easy thing to do is let negative thoughts take control.  If you’re … Continue reading

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10 Things to Cheer You Up

My husband Steve e-mailed me a link to an article on KSL he thought I’d like to read. It’s Called 10 Things That Naturally Cheer You Up.  As you might know, I love writing about things that are fun and … Continue reading

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