Talking to our Children About Drug Use
2015 results from surveys given to Aspen High School students reveal that it is time for parents to take their power back. Continue reading Talking to our Children About Drug Use
Connecting with My Spiritual Side
As working parents we all need to quiet the noise so that we can find the peace and happiness we need to parent better. Continue reading Connecting with My Spiritual Side
Rid Yourself Of Fear
An annual summer trip to Nantucket no longer retains the innocence of days gone by. Continue reading Rid Yourself Of Fear
From Aspen to Nantucket
Another vacation spent with Grandma on the island of Nantucket, Mass has given me a chance to unwind and recharge. But I’m not ready to come home. Continue reading From Aspen to Nantucket
Why Children Need Grandparents
[su_heading size=”18″]Why Children Need Grandparents[/su_heading] It all changed a few summers ago when wanting our then 13 year old to experience the deliciousness of no plans or schedules after all the stresses that school brings, we decided to allow him to truly enjoy long languid days spent hanging with friends. BIG MISTAKE! This is when his desire to completely sever any and all parenting began … Continue reading Why Children Need Grandparents
Cowboy Poetry Slurred
Basalt may be sleepy but if you catch it on the right night you may find yourself listening to poetry quoted to you by a drunk cowboy. Continue reading Cowboy Poetry Slurred
Saved by a Cowboy
An unexpected adventure happened yesterday when I went on a bike ride with a friend along the back roads of Old Snowmass. Continue reading Saved by a Cowboy
Parenting As We Go Along
[su_heading size=”18″]Parenting As We Go Along[/su_heading] Let’s face it, as beautiful and rewarding as it can be to be a parent it can also bite so hard that it wakes you up at 3am in a cold sweat from revealed truths marred by naivety while in a waking state. First and foremost they are our children. We made them, so we think we know … Continue reading Parenting As We Go Along
The Taoist Approach to Parenting
Learning how to parent your child with greater ease based on ancient philosophy. Continue reading The Taoist Approach to Parenting
Did Parenting Classes Work For You?
Since it has taken me fifteen years to get to where I am today with my three boys, I thought I might offer you short cuts to save you the time and energy. Continue reading Did Parenting Classes Work For You?
Raising Teens in a Legalized Marijuana State
Raising a teen in the legalized marijuana state of Colorado isn’t easy, but somebody’s gotta do it! Continue reading Raising Teens in a Legalized Marijuana State
How to Give Her the Best Mother’s Day
[su_heading size=”18″]What to Get Her On Mother’s Day[/su_heading] We piled into Vini-man on Saturday and peeled out of the driveway, late as usual for Thumper’s Lacrosse Tournament in Vail. What is it about my family that we have to be late for everything? When I met Baddy he was one of those punctual people who would love to tease me about my innate disability to ever be … Continue reading How to Give Her the Best Mother’s Day
Living in a Community Extends Life
How wonderful it is to receive birthday wishes from all over the world. I am a very lucky girl and so appreciative of all of your love! Thank you for being a friend!!! Continue reading Living in a Community Extends Life
Going Cowboy on Yeager with the Aspen Valley Land Trust
Note to self: don’t have six shots of tequila and then go to a benefit with a live and silent auction. It has trouble written all over it. What’s a girl to do? Continue reading Going Cowboy on Yeager with the Aspen Valley Land Trust
Catching Freshies in Highlands Bowl
On the day that Aspen and Snowmass mountains were closing, my friends and I got after it and caught the first chair at Aspen Highlands, and there were NO lines. To the tune of bombs going off, we searched for dropped ropes below the bowl and skied in the new 1 foot of freshies — and then the bowl opened, and the rope was dropped on Northwoods. Watch the Video! Continue reading Catching Freshies in Highlands Bowl
Come Visit Aspen, We Don’t Bite!
I have been asked many questions about Aspen; “What should I wear there?”, “How will we eat if it is so expensive?”, “Why would I want to visit Aspen?” and my answers to all of these questions are, “Just come as you are and you will see that Aspen is a ski town first and foremost where the fashion is predominantly jeans and workout clothes. Sure an occasional diamond ring can be a bit distracting, and stunning BTW, and the fur comes out in the wintertime, mostly when it’s freezing but is that any reason to not visit? I should say not!” Continue reading Come Visit Aspen, We Don’t Bite!
Life with Freestyle Skiers in the Mountains
Stomping the bus at 2013 USASA Nationals and getting high off of chews Continue reading Life with Freestyle Skiers in the Mountains
Biting The Dog That Bit Me
[su_heading size=”18″]Biting The Dog That Bit Me[/su_heading] I have somewhat recovered from the trauma of getting bitten by a dog while hiking the Arbaney Kittle trail a few months ago. The owner or the dog was completely rude and unapologetic and I continued to see she and her beast on the trail after I got bitten, and I always have to move out of her … Continue reading Biting The Dog That Bit Me
What to Do with your Kids on a Snow Day?
[su_heading size=”18″]What to do with your kids on a snow day[/su_heading] Yesterday I got the call at 6:00am that it was a snow day and there would be no school. Michele was away watching Devon ski race in the Junior Olympics and Nikki and India were staying with us. I was relieved that I got the call before I made all five lunches. It is … Continue reading What to Do with your Kids on a Snow Day?
Trying to Survive Without Sleep
[su_heading size=”18″]Trying to Survive Without Sleep[/su_heading] Last night I skinned up Buttermilk with my fellow Monday evening companions. We gathered in the parking lot as we put our skins on our skis and stuffed our packs with lights and warm clothes for the descent. The conversation immediately went to how we were all so tired and needed to gather our energy together to hike 2,030 … Continue reading Trying to Survive Without Sleep
The Ken Cole Show: Local Celebrities
This post is one example of what I mean on my business card when I say “twisted travel”. I never know who I am going to meet when I walk out my front door and so I am always prepared with video camera in my pocket.
And this is what happened to me the other day when I unexpectedly met a new kind of celebrity, The Aspen Snowmass kind and I can assure you that I will be back to visit them again! Continue reading The Ken Cole Show: Local Celebrities
Becoming a Madoff Ponzi Scheme Victim
[su_heading size=”18″]Becoming a Madoff Ponzi Scheme Victim[/su_heading] Much to my regret, my family, my sisters, my mother, my aunts and the Queen of Holland are being recognized all over the world thanks to Bernard Madoff who made-off with our money. Everywhere I turn there are sympathetic people offering their condolences. They are sorry that my family is suffering an injustice. I look at them and … Continue reading Becoming a Madoff Ponzi Scheme Victim
Not All Mountain Kids Want to Ski Everyday
So, here I am with a thirteen year old boy and two other’s following in his footsteps, and I can tell you that my husband and I are NOT prepared. So what to do? Continue reading Not All Mountain Kids Want to Ski Everyday
Training Husbands on Valentine’s Day
If you’re feeling belligerent over Valentine’s Day, know that you are not alone. If you can rid yourself of expectations, Valentine’s Day can be a beautiful thing! Continue reading Training Husbands on Valentine’s Day
A Mommy Gangsta Rapper
[su_heading size=”18″]A Mommy Gangsta Rapper[/su_heading] A Mother’s Rap Song Why is life so never about me? I take the burden so heavily It used to be so indispensably Only about my individuality But love can be so slippery It’s all about give me, get me, do for me How did I assume this role of a lesser degree? But I am going to change all … Continue reading A Mommy Gangsta Rapper
Girls Getaway Surf Trip
I could see how it could easily become an addiction to crave the next ride. That feeling of being one with the ocean stays with you forever. It is far better to be on top of the wave than to be struggling underneath it. Continue reading Girls Getaway Surf Trip
An Enormous Cheers to You on New Years
In this new year, let’s all pay it forward! Continue reading An Enormous Cheers to You on New Years
Ski Until You Feel the Burn
[su_heading size=”18″]Ski Until You Feel the Burn[/su_heading] It was a bit of a rocky morning before we got started. Procrastinating getting the boys and Baddy up tending to the blog was a bad idea. I ended up sabotaging our carpool, causing Baddy and I having to split and conquer to get each boy to a different mountain. “You’re messing with us,” I said to Hootie-Hoo’s AVSC coach when … Continue reading Ski Until You Feel the Burn
Living the Aspen Dream
Why is it such a dream to live here? Continue reading Living the Aspen Dream
When Your Blog Takes Off
Aspen Real Life is four years old, gives back to the community and has put in over 10,000 hours. It’s Time! Continue reading When Your Blog Takes Off
Aspen Blogger Tells Her Story
At four o’clock in the morning, I’m ready to be a bit more raw and confess that this blogging business hasn’t been easy but things are happening. Continue reading Aspen Blogger Tells Her Story
The Mother of a Mommy Blogger
What’s it like being the mommy of a… “mommy blogger”? My mother tells all. Continue reading The Mother of a Mommy Blogger
How to Monetize a Blog
This is a question that I often get when I tell people that I am a blogger. It’s not always easy to be ahead of the curve, where people look at you as if you have three eyes, but I’m kinda liking being different. Continue reading How to Monetize a Blog
Hearing a Gunshot in Old Snowmass
Although I do miss living in the country, maybe I was not quite cut out for country living. Continue reading Hearing a Gunshot in Old Snowmass
Letting My Mother Know I Love Her
As I think about Mother’s Day, memories come tumbling forth from my childhood and I wonder if my boys are as lucky as I was to have the most incredible mother one could ever have. Continue reading Letting My Mother Know I Love Her
A Week Gone Wrong
Summer in Aspen is awesome…if you can leave your life behind like all the tourists and actually stop your life to enjoy it…so I’m putting-out. You? Continue reading A Week Gone Wrong
Parenting a Thirteen Year Old Boy
With springtime, comes growing boys and feisty behavior. As a mom with two jobs and three kids, it’s not always easy to stay on top of parenting. Continue reading Parenting a Thirteen Year Old Boy
Hosting the Winter X Games in Aspen
This past weekend was another example of living in a little mountain town where extreme things happen. It all started on Thursday when I took the boys out of school to see the competitions at the X Games. Being that it was during the day, when most kids were still in school, it all went so smoothly. We had no problem parking at the Intercept … Continue reading Hosting the Winter X Games in Aspen
Meeting The Cool People Who Work in Aspen
[su_heading size=”18″]Meeting The Cool People Who Work in Aspen[/su_heading] The clouds were hanging low promising snow and I was alone…for once. Now that Hootie-Hoo is in Pre-Devo with the Aspen Valley Ski Club, I have the entire weekend to ski on whatever runs I choose. Now don’t get me wrong, I love skiing with my boys but only when they are not hustling me to … Continue reading Meeting The Cool People Who Work in Aspen
A Bar Mitzvah in Snowmass
A low key Bar Mitzvah in Aspen but still very meaningful and spiritual, replete with beautiful speeches and a video that typified the struggle of nine months of study for an energetic thirteen year old boy. Continue reading A Bar Mitzvah in Snowmass
My Son’s Bar Mitzvah
My son is becoming a Bar Mitzvah today and I am all the wiser. “Adolescence is a period of rapid changes. Between the ages of 12 and 17, for example, a parent ages as much as 20 years.” – Anonymous Continue reading My Son’s Bar Mitzvah
Attending Cast Calls in Aspen
I’m thinking that if you are anything like me, too busy to take care of yourself, especially the emotional side, which results in embarrassing breakdowns with strangers, than it is time to take control over our lives and stop being such ninnies. And so, let’s do it together shall we? Let’s trust our intuition and enjoy life while we are in it and not sweat the small things…. no matter how large they feel at the time. Continue reading Attending Cast Calls in Aspen
Moving From Rural to Suburbia
Moving from our contemporary home in the country-side to our vinyl home in town has had its glitches but somehow, beneath the stresses of mold and monsters, we are content. Continue reading Moving From Rural to Suburbia
Next Chapter, Basalt, Colorado
Moving from house to house is not easy but the transitions that occur with each move are enlightening. It is not the life I planned for my children but in today’s world it seems to be the way it is. If you haven’t had to move, consider yourself lucky! Continue reading Next Chapter, Basalt, Colorado
School’s out for the Summahhhhh
What do you remember from your days of summer as a youth? Are your parents part of your memories? Maybe we should stop working so hard and let the kids do all the planning! Continue reading School’s out for the Summahhhhh
Aspen Lacrosse Victory
Aspen U13 team wins the Championships in their bracket at the Rocky Mountain Lacrosse Jamboree in Denver. A complete surprise! Continue reading Aspen Lacrosse Victory
The Highs and Lows of Mommy Blogging
If I ever become famous I am going to become a motivational speaker for bloggers because nobody becomes somebody without working their little bottoms off, do they? Continue reading The Highs and Lows of Mommy Blogging
Wine, Sex and Chocolate in Aspen
I had seen the advertisements for Wine in Heels in the paper but never knew what it is all about. Luckily I met Mawa McQueen, President and CEO of The Kitchen Hotline and I had to see for myself what it was all about.
Mawa created The Kitchen Hotline to fill a gap in the coaching services available to individuals cooking and entertaining in their homes by providing one-one-one solutions for each member.
Winston and Jacqueline, this one’s for you…and for all of you other foodies out there! Continue reading Wine, Sex and Chocolate in Aspen
What are Your New Year’s Resolutions?
I’ve made my New Years Resolutions and I’m ready to go…only, it’s going to take some time. How bout you? Continue reading What are Your New Year’s Resolutions?
Dysfunctional Families
Let’s get back to that word…dysfunctional. Is it me or is every family loud, crazy and disorganized? Continue reading Dysfunctional Families
A Dysfunctional Aspen Thanksgiving
It’s been a whirlwind of a week with Thanksgiving and Aspen Winternational but we survived, barely! Continue reading A Dysfunctional Aspen Thanksgiving
Moving In With Family
Moving out of our home and moving in with our extended family was nice and cozy, to say the least. Thank you Michele, Jim, Devon, Nikki, India and Loki!!! Continue reading Moving In With Family
Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened
Have you ever been so self-absorbed that you couldn’t read the signs? Continue reading Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened
The Sadness of Having to Move
So many families are in transition right now, moving from the homes they love to rent and we are one of them. But as life would have it, there is always humor tossed in amongst the stress and the disbelief of the work load, if you choose to let it in to help you than you’ll make it through. Continue reading The Sadness of Having to Move
Romance at The Historical Hotel Jerome
Wade and I spent our wedding night at the historic Hotel Jerome and returned for our thirteenth anniversary. It was a weekend filled with hikes into the gold leaves, lots of champagne and incredible films presented by Aspen Filmfest. The bongo drumming will be saved for the next post… Continue reading Romance at The Historical Hotel Jerome
Renting A Home
With our house closing on Monday and no home to move into things are getting very interesting over here at Aspen REAL Life. Continue reading Renting A Home
An Interview on Life in Paradise
Last week I was interviewed by Charla Belinski of MomsTV. The interview revolved around the title, “Aspen: Real Life?” The other guests that joined in on the panel discussion included Janine Cuthbertson, Founder and Director of Moms for Moms Communities, and Kara Williams of The Vacation Gals and we had a whole lot of fun talking about how real it truly is raising a family in a famous ski resort town.
Watch the interview and find out if we are living in the real world…or not!? Continue reading An Interview on Life in Paradise
Summer Break Is More Like Breakdown
Re-entry back to Aspen “Real” Life has been a bit brutal on me. But I am coming out of it and determined to get organized for the remaining two weeks of summer. Not known for being one of those Colorado moms who takes my kids backpacking into the wilderness on a daily basis, I’m devising a plan on how to get revved up and get on it! Help? Continue reading Summer Break Is More Like Breakdown
Broadway Dancer Teaches Hip Hop
[su_heading size=”18″]Broadway Dancer Teaches Hip Hop[/su_heading] When Dance Progressions brought a guest teacher to town, Feisty-One took his class. Little did we know what we were in for. What an incredible dancer, and teacher! http://www.youtube-nocookie.com/v/jG5Na2z-rUA?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0 Continue reading Broadway Dancer Teaches Hip Hop
What to do with Family in Colorado Springs
On the last day of our trip in Colorado Springs, we packed in the activities from The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo to the Cave of the Winds. I was sad to go home, but ready to have some time with people my age. Continue reading What to do with Family in Colorado Springs
A Family Stay at the Broadmoor
[su_heading size=”18″]A Family Stay at the Broadmoor[/su_heading] This family and pet friendly historic hotel in Colorado Springs is beautifully manicured with tennis, golf and nine restaurants all within walking distance. …After our stay at the dude ranch, the final leg of our trip was spent in Colorado Springs at The Broadmoor. European Elegance meets Western Hospitality: The hotel boasts 744 rooms and suites located on … Continue reading A Family Stay at the Broadmoor
The American West, Dangerously Romantic
What was the allure for a young man from the, “uber-white bread, super-affluent, and mostly-comforting town of Highland Park, Illinois,” to become a counselor at The C Lazy U Guest Ranch and Spa?
Alex Seedman, one of our favorite counselors at the ranch, wrote his answer for us as a guest blogger here at Aspen Real Life. Continue reading The American West, Dangerously Romantic
An Interview With Kenyon Martin
Having read about The Kenyon Martin Foundation, I was determined to interview Denver Nuggets Power Forward, Kenyon Martin, so that the boys could be inspired by his initiative to give other children a chance Continue reading An Interview With Kenyon Martin
A Family Trip to Denver
It is tough being a parent in many ways but what I find most difficult is encorporating music, dance and language classes into their busy life of academics and sports. So when Axel expressed an interest in hip hop lessons, I jumped all over it and included a visit to a Hip Hop Festival into our agenda on our trip.
Our stay in Denver revolved around an elusive Hip Hop Festival that was taking place. I didn’t know how it was going to pan out but I am so happy I persevered and took the boys to the Showcase Festival that occurred last night in a nearby Tavern. Continue reading A Family Trip to Denver
A Family Stay at The Brown Palace
I’m back from our week long trip around Colorado and boy do I have some stories for you. It all starts with our stay at The Brown Palace in downtown Denver. Continue reading A Family Stay at The Brown Palace
Exploring Colorado with Four Boys
Falling in Love with Colorado as a little girl: School is out and we are taking off to Denver on my biggest travel writing gig yet. Just me, my cameras, and four boys under the age of twelve. Should be interesting… I first fell in love with Colorado, and cowboys, when my parents took me and my two sisters to The C Lazy U Guest … Continue reading Exploring Colorado with Four Boys
A Family Trip Around Colorado
School is out and we are taking off to Denver on my biggest travel writing gig yet. Just me, my cameras and four boys under the age of twelve. Should be interesting… Continue reading A Family Trip Around Colorado
Saving a Friend from Avalanche Rubble
Jake Sakson, another incredible telemark skier in our valley, was with Nick DeVore when Nick was swept into an avalanche in the back country. Jake describes his passion for skiing and his philosophy behind getting after it. Continue reading Saving a Friend from Avalanche Rubble
A Family Adventure to Rifle Falls, Colorado
Rain, snow, sleet…we’re out in it, exploring the gems of our Roaring Fork Valley, injuries and all. If you are looking for family adventures, Aspen Real Life is devoting summer blog time to giving you the inside scoop. Also, I invite you to join us on Facebook to connect with Colorado businesses offering special deals and activities for families. http://facebook.com/aspenreallife Continue reading A Family Adventure to Rifle Falls, Colorado
Getting Buried in an Avalanche
Aspen’s native, Nick DeVore is passionate about the mountains and his telemark skis, and it is portrayed in every velvety smooth tele turn he takes.
But pushing it in the wilderness can sometimes put him in precarious positions. Nick talks to Aspen Real Life about his love for the mountains and his tele skis, his interlude with an avalanche, his survival and his respect for nature. Continue reading Getting Buried in an Avalanche
Mixed Marriage Holidays
Did you have a good Passover? Easter? I think Wade and I need some help in bringing back Tradition. Continue reading Mixed Marriage Holidays
I am a Bull in a China Shop
As we travel about life, I wonder how many of us are reflective of our Horoscopes and our signs? Continue reading I am a Bull in a China Shop
The Return of the Ken Cole Show
Local celebrities, they’re a dime a dozen in this town but what about the natural born kind?
If you are looking for some comic relief, here is the ongoing sequel to the Ken/Cole show. Enjoy! Continue reading The Return of the Ken Cole Show
Spiritual Healers
A big congratulations to Carbondale local, Michelle Manning-Kogler, for making it past the first round in the Conari Press Competition for the next top Self-Help Author.
It is Michelle’s wish to help others through spiritual healing, a gift she was born with, and to make lasting, positive changes in their lives.
Let’s help her to make it to round three! Continue reading Spiritual Healers
Parenting Madness Before Packing for a Trip
I’ve been getting some feedback that people miss my stories about family living and so as of today, and throughout spring break, I’m going to revert back to the raw and true world of Aspen Real Life, behind the scenes.
Continue reading Parenting Madness Before Packing for a Trip
The Jerry Bovino Show
I did it. I made it through the hour long interview about “Cool Bloggers” on The Jerry Bovino Show, without getting sick or passing out. I must be maturing as Aspen Real Life grows up. Continue reading The Jerry Bovino Show
Facing Aversions and Phobias
It is important to understand why we have aversions and phobias to certain things so that we may try to overcome them. One of my phobias is being in the spotlight, on camera.
Today I will be joining my friend Michael Conniff on The Jerry Bovino Show. Let’s hope I can overcome my fear and show that I have a personality! Continue reading Facing Aversions and Phobias
Self-Help Author: Michelle Manning Kogler
“I’ve found that by clearing out old or negative thoughts, feelings, beliefs and programs, you automatically line up energetically with your desires and they come to you much more quickly – and in even bigger ways that you originally desired. This is the power of actively working with the Law of Attraction! ~ Expressed by Local Spiritual Healer, Michelle Manning Kogler
Poetry and Fly Fishing on the Frying Pan River
As I move onto the subject of healers within our valley, I thought I might start by introducing you to a man who lives a life of poetry and flyfishing, Cameron Scott.
It’s not often that one finds a person so connected to nature and spirituality and so I felt the need to follow Cameron around for a year and get to know him better. Continue reading Poetry and Fly Fishing on the Frying Pan River
Interview with the Editor of Powder Magazine
My title is “blogger” but I consider myself a writer and feeling the need to connect with other writers, I contacted Mike Rogge, Associate Editor of Powder Magazine for an interview.
Mike gives a witty account of what it is like to work for one of the world’s most popular skier magazines. Continue reading Interview with the Editor of Powder Magazine
Living in the Moment
On our way up we talked about my decision to not write about how The Aspen Times was pouring salt onto my wound, once again, with the new developments in the Madoff fiasco. I refuse to fuel the tabloids with my anger and disappointment, I told him and he agreed happy that as much as I write about our family life, I never reveal anything too private. Continue reading Living in the Moment
Surviving the Holidays
The holidays bring a mixed bag of emotions as family comes to town and our work load increases tri-fold over Christmas “break”. And it’s all beautiful, until it’s not. But I’m holding on so far and with a case of wine in the wine rack and cookies baking in the oven, I think it’s going to be a good one. Continue reading Surviving the Holidays
Born to Ski Highlands Bowl
It’s a work in progress, eliminating my fears, and as Chanukah passes and Christmas gets ready to pounce, my unwanted emotions resurface. I feel as lit up as our Sardy House tree, the country’s largest live Christmas tree, only my light is ready to implode. “You need to get on the slopes,” my friends urge, knowing that skiing is the one place where I am free from all anxiety. Continue reading Born to Ski Highlands Bowl
Experiencing the Turbulence of Blogging
You know that feeling when you’re on an airplane and the pilot announces that it’s going to be a turbulent ride? Continue reading Experiencing the Turbulence of Blogging
Living to Ski in Aspen
Beginning last week, the town of Aspen exploded with energy. Continue reading Living to Ski in Aspen
A Social Networking Event in Aspen
Diving into the Aspen social networking friends, I made a lot of friends last night and want to connect them with you. Continue reading A Social Networking Event in Aspen
A Family Trip to Beaver Creek
Visiting Beaver Creek with my family in the fall made for the perfect anniversary weekend. Continue reading A Family Trip to Beaver Creek
Falling in Love on Halloween in Aspen
Ready for the second chapter of finding love in Aspen? Here it is, all on a dark and beautiful Halloween night. Continue reading Falling in Love on Halloween in Aspen
Finding Love in Aspen
For my anniversary, I’m going to share a few chapters of my book….or should I?
WARNING, THIS SERIES IS RATED R. Continue reading Finding Love in Aspen
Creative Spark Studios: Sheri Gaynor
Meet Sheri Gaynor, an incredible woman with a studio in Carbondale that is all about giving and healing through expressive art. Continue reading Creative Spark Studios: Sheri Gaynor
Ready for School to Start
I know, I know..so many of you are all like, “but I love being with my kids all summer,” and I feel the same way but… and it’s a big but…I also need a break. Continue reading Ready for School to Start
Present Your Best Image
Meet Reda, my cab driver in Boston Continue reading Present Your Best Image
How to Attend Blogging Conferences
How to master the art of social networking Continue reading How to Attend Blogging Conferences
Getting my Finger on the Pulse of BlogHer ’10
Surfing Comps on Nantucket Island
Scoping out the Nantucket surf scene. Continue reading Surfing Comps on Nantucket Island
A Travel Writer Who Hates Flying
Have I told you how much I despise the airlines? Why aren’t we more like the Jetson’s in this new Millenium? Continue reading A Travel Writer Who Hates Flying
Finding a True Yogi
There is always light, you just have to be open to letting it in. Continue reading Finding a True Yogi
Where to Draw the Line with Kids
Children need boundaries, the question is when do we draw the line and when do we let it stretch a little. Continue reading Where to Draw the Line with Kids
Im a Blogger and Im Proud
I feel as though I am at the Academy Awards. Thank you all of my blogging friends for the love! Continue reading Im a Blogger and Im Proud
Getting Sazzy over a Brick of Shizzle
My little white boy brings it down with his rap song Continue reading Getting Sazzy over a Brick of Shizzle
Drinking Champagne at The Viceroy Snowmass
Attending a party held by Aspen Magazine and Viceroy Snowmass was absurdly delicious! Continue reading Drinking Champagne at The Viceroy Snowmass
Jillian's Real Life 