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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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9 Podcasts For Your Next Road Trip
In all of my travel the last two years, I've gotten really into podcasts. Podcasts are the best use of your time when you are stuck sitting for hours. I often compare podcasting to meditating, both exercises allow your brain to shut off for a while and consider other ideas. I love podcasts that challenge my thinking, teach me new things, make me laugh and inspire me. I aim to podcast at least two hours per week. I start each morning with Up First by NPR, to get all of the wo
Aug 24, 20182 min read
Top Ten Things To Do in Manhattan | New York City Travel
New York Vacation Guide I love the big apple! My first time encountering New York City I was turning 18 years old, my mom took me there for my birthday, and we went prom dress hunting. Coming from little New Mexico, I was completely in shock. The buildings are so high, that in some places they block out the sun! A guide to New York would be incomplete without first warning that it is impossible to see it all in one trip! When planning a trip to Manhattan, it is crucial to do
Jul 24, 20184 min read
Durango, Colorado's Top 30 Restaurants
As a representative for Fort Lewis College the last two years, I've created this list to hand to families when they come to tour our college town. This list features my favorite places to eat and hangout. I've broken them into four categories: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks; and I didn't double up in any category. As twentysomethings, my friends and I live for brunch. The atmosphere is just as important as the food. Trust me, you can't go wrong with my picks. Share this
Jul 12, 20181 min read
8 Tips for Solo Travel
(Lindley pictured hugging a totem pole in Sitka, Alaska) I love traveling solo. I've been fortunate in my first job to have the opportunity to travel around the western United States. In those two years I planned multi-week trips by myself to California, Alaska, Wyoming, Utah, Oregon and Colorado. And now that I live in Europe I'm stretching myself even more. This last year, 2019, I've been to France, Belgium, Denmark, England, The Netherlands, Spain and Czech Republic. And
Jul 11, 20184 min read
Top 5 Hikes | Durango, Colorado Area
June and July are such beautiful months to visit Colorado. I’ve been so lucky to spend the last five summers in Durango. Each summer I’ve made it a point to hit fourteeners all over the area, as well as all the local favorite hikes! Hiking is totally my summer pastime, and the most fun way to get in a workout. Some of these hikes really do kick your butt! If you’re in the Durango area, don’t miss these. Ice Lakes This is the Instagram photo that has gone viral! People come
Jul 6, 20182 min read
The Best Way to See Belize
This was the best family Christmas our family ever had away from home. I absolutely love Belize. And here are a few reasons why: flights are relatively cheap, you can use American money (exchange is 1:2), many locals speak English, and the whole country is relatively safe. We actually spent most of our time on a private island, Glover's Reef Atoll, owned by a company in Moab, Utah called Slickrock. It's super nice to have an all-inclusive trip, and I would highly recommend u
Jan 15, 20182 min read
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