I have always been somewhat of a morning person. Meaning I am not grumpy in the morning, and I don't mind getting up out of bed. But please don't talk to me until I have had a cup of...
As parents, we frequently worry about hot cars in the summer months. There are the frightening headlines depicting the dangers of car temperatures. But, a less frequent topic is making a comfortable car ride for kids this time of...
$95k in debt gone in three years.
To be honest, one of the reasons why my husband and I moved to Albuquerque over 10 years ago was because it was rated the #4 place to live to get ahead financially...
Parents look forward to teaching their babies to walk and talk, but few think about teaching their child how to sleep. Sleep disturbances are very common in children, and they shouldn’t be ignored. The good news is that most...
Ok, here's the disgusting truth you never knew you always needed. Every mom should always have a gallon size, freezer, plastic zip-top bag at the ready. Not only are these baggies ready to carry your lunch or make an...
It used to take me six hours to get back to all of my work emails. I was constantly distracted. My notifications on my phone would keep going off. And I felt like everyone needed me right then and...
The ultimate car camping hack that I have learned over the years is to keep a clear, well-stocked box of camping gear that is ready to go at a moment’s notice.
Our camping box has just about everything we need...
Riding a bicycle can be an extremely beneficial strategy for helping a child learn to cross their midline or develop core body strength. All children can benefit from this, but one of my children needs a little extra help...
Summer is in full swing and the pools are open in Albuquerque. Here are some water safety tips for safe fun in the sun!
71% of the World is Water
Children Are 100% Curious
Swim Lessons
Swim lessons are a great way to...
This past month my husband and I decided to visit family. After two canceled flights and trips, we decided to road trip! It had been two years since we've seen family, so we decided it'd been long enough.
There was...
Some of the most amazing things about living in New Mexico are the beautiful blue skies, fresh air, and family-friendly outdoor areas. We are so lucky to live in a state where our children have the opportunity to explore...
Finding love and deep connection can be challenging, especially in this digital age of online dating. According to Pew Research, three in ten U.S. adults say they have used a dating site or application to find love. Romance scams...
Who knew board games could be the answer to our problem?
My husband and I both work full-time jobs that often demand time and attention outside of normal working hours. We OFTEN feel like failures when it comes to spending...
2018 is a great time to be alive. The number of innovations, conveniences, and opportunities available astounds me sometimes. I mean, c’mon, we live in the era of dry shampoo and drive-thru coffee shops. Not to mention we have...
In + Around ABQ
4 Family-Friendly, Slow Living Activities for Earth Day
I love spring. As green leaves reappear and fruit trees burst into bloom, I start feeling that spring fever--a budding momentum that breaks up...
