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How to Find a Mom Group in Albuquerque
I eventually found my mom group here in Albuquerque, and they've meant everything. But it took months, and I only managed it because I had the energy to keep looking. In Denmark, a nurse simply puts you in a group of six to eight mothers nearby who gave birth around the same time. Here, nobody mentioned anything of the kind. So I built it — a free tool for New Mexico moms that matches you with 6–8 local moms whose babies are close in age to yours. No app, no account, nothing
Aug 44 min read
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A Real Danish Christmas | 9 Danish Christmas Traditions
Danes seriously know how to do Christmas. It's all "hygge," which is a word I hear all the time here; a word that we don't have in the English language. Hygge: roughly translates to "a quality of coziness (warm feeling, comfortable, and safe) that comes from doing simple things such as lighting candles, baking, and spending time at home with your family." The Christmas season in Denmark really is cozy. Daylight is limited from about 9AM-3PM, which means lots of time is spent
Dec 28, 20185 min read
A Day in the Life of a Professional Athlete
Rasmus Bach What is it like to be a professional athlete? I followed Rasmus around for a day to show you. He practices 2-3 times per day, 6-7 days a week. Rasmus is in his rookie season, and living out a dream he has had since he was a child: be a professional basketball player. I am blown away by the dedication and commitment this guy has to the game. It has been far too long since he has been the star of one of my posts! I owe my travels and adventurous life to him and that
Dec 15, 20183 min read
Group Fitness Classes in Danish | Fail
So I've been in Denmark roughly three months. And I've found myself a fantastic gym, FitnessWorld. The membership is $40 USD a month, and they give me free protein each time I finish a workout. I'd say it's a bargain, and I really can't complain. Ras and I are getting married within the year, so wedding training is in full swing! I have always been a group fitness type girl. I love the social aspect. And I have to say, I really enjoy the intergenerational/coed atmosphere. I a
Dec 11, 20183 min read
Meet Our Town | Randers, Denmark
FUN FACT In college I was a campus tour guide. I used to be really good at walking backwards and talking about college life. I have always loved to talk... I also loved giving tours! So this feels familiar to me, only this time, I'm showing you a city that I'm not so familiar with. I'll give you another tour in eight months, and we can see what changes. Randers is really starting to grow on me. This sleepy little town is beautiful in the fall time. On this tour, we take you f
Oct 17, 20182 min read
We Moved to the "Happiest Country on Earth"
Every year, Denmark dominates in the happiness rankings. It consistently ranks in the top one or two countries. And each day, I discover more reasons why. People here get six weeks of paid vacation each year, multiple sick days and work 35 hour weeks. The work-life balance is incredible. Everyday around 3 o'clock people start heading home from work in our town. The country is safe. That simple sentence is such a big deal. I am particularly sensitive to bad neighborhoods and b
Oct 10, 20183 min read
Tour Our Apartment: Denmark Week 1
It has not quite been a week. And I can tell, it is going to take a while to adjust to some of the lifestyle changes. Overall, Denmark is lovely. The streets are perfect. I love the architecture. The people are nice. The humidity is different. And the food is tasty. My new motto is buy less, do more. We showed up in Denmark with two suitcases a piece. Our beautiful furnished, white apartment is feeling empty without all of our trinkets but at the same time, it refreshing. No
Oct 5, 20183 min read
Professional Basketball: Denmark here we come!
It's happening! My fiance, Ramus, got a contract to play for Randers, a professional basketball team in Randers, Denmark. We will officially be living there for the next year! Ras is leaving in early August, and I'll follow him out there in late September. I can't wait to update everyone on my blog. I plan to explore Europe, try new foods, learn Danish (or at least be conversational), and meet new people! Life is going to change for us drastically, and I love the challenge.
Jul 30, 20181 min read
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