I pull up my mask out of respect for others while biking, but the craziest things still happen! Life reminds me to ALWAYS wear a mask. Click for a giggle.
When Life Reminds Me to Wear a Mask
Celebrating my Birthday on Lockdown!
Hello, Wild Riders! I hope you are well and surviving the pandemic. I woke up this morning and realized it's my birthday! So, how does an adventure girl celebrate when everyone is supposed to stay home? I have a few ideas. First of all, I am very grateful to be here to celebrate. I'm seven... Continue Reading →
How to Motivate Like a Badass!
Are the days blurring together? I had to ask my husband what day it was since my fitness watch only shows the date. You finally have time to get that long list of projects accomplished, but all you do is click from one news source to another? Can't motivate? Join the vast majority. Don't worry!... Continue Reading →
Accidents, Ice, and Being Hopeful
I’ve had a couple of setbacks over the last few years. It took me a while to recover from a partial knee replacement because I had to give myself blood thinner stomach shots. They slowed the healing process waaaay down. Then, I worked with a personal trainer and finally turned the corner. Yay! But, I... Continue Reading →
A Sweet Treat Just for You!
One year when baking cookies for the holidays, I decided to put a twist on a boring old gingerbread recipe. Instead of making gingerbread men for holiday revelers in need of a sugar rush, I created ballerinas which could be playful as well. This enjoyable and edible holiday DIY became an entertaining adventure in baking!... Continue Reading →
Adventures in Car Camping with Dogs at Turquoise Lake
I haven't camped for a long time, so when the opportunity arose and my husband and I had a free weekend, we pulled out the camping gear, shook off the spider webs and headed for Turquoise Lake near Leadville, Colorado. This shot was taken when we camped on a regular basis, back when my kids... Continue Reading →
What Marie Kondo Didn’t Tell Me
Are you familiar with the KonMari Method organizing revolution? I watched a couple of episodes on Netflix and soon became skeptical of what Marie Kondo didn't tell me. I first time I heard Marie Kondo's name mentioned was in an awe-inspiring way by my daughter, Courtney, and my son's girlfriend, Leksy. Since I'm a packrat of the... Continue Reading →
Help Wanted from Millions of Merry Minions
Just like everyone, I would like a joy-filled heart this Christmas. It would be so much easier if I had help from millions of Minions. Remember those little yellow creatures with the wild goggles from Despicable Me? I would love them to come and work for me, even if they would be a little mischievous.... Continue Reading →
Fun K2 Skis and Dalbello Boots, Where I Assume a Life Lesson
Skiing with brand new and super fun K2 skis and Dalbello boots should have been a most excellent experience this weekend. Instead, I left the mountain with my tail between my legs. Remember that old adage about a specific life lesson? Never assume since it makes an ass of u and me. Yep. Mistakes were... Continue Reading →
How to Write a Book in One Month
You can write a book in one month All it takes is an idea that excites you and a few tips I learned during Nanowrimo - National Novel Writing Month. Read on to find out how! Writing a novel may seem like a huge undertaking given how many hours it takes to complete a draft.... Continue Reading →
