Kids, Lakes, Loons and Pines

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We have been continuing to play outside!  Last weekend, I enjoyed a powder day at our nearby ski hill with my four kids.   I have to tell, there is something pretty special about the experience of snowboarding down a ski with an 8 year old, 10 year old, 12 year old and 15 year old!   After a few runs we spread out, and sure had fun all day in the powder snow!

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I have been putting a lot of miles on my new fat tire bike!  And I am not the only one who is loving this form of outdoor exercise and adventure.   I have been pretty consistent taking my canine companion out for a bit each morning and again in the afternoon, which has been great for both of us!
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The boys and I recently participated in the Ely Skinny Fat Bike Bike Race/Tour.  This was a fun event organized by some friends with nordic ski races and a fat tire bike race.  It was not competitive in nature, but more experiential and fun!  We all had a blast!
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This act of sharing photographs and ramblings of our daily life is a practice in gratitude that brings me joy.

I encourage you to reflect on the good in your life.

What are you grateful for today?

Winter Blog Sponsor Discounts

Hi all!  I want to make sure you know about some NEW winter discounts from my blog sponsors!

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with code: MEGDEVINE

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Products from Gypsy Bandanas and Grey Duck Bags are made right here in Ely, Minnesota by two of my maker-mama friends.  

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Proud Mama

It has been an eventful past couple of weeks in our household!  Now, that the high school nordic ski race season has come to a close, I am going to take a minute to take a proud-mama-moment to highlight my daughter and her success this season.

I have been working to strike a balance in this space with what a share in regards to my children, especially as my children are getting older, but quite honestly, she has been all over local media outlets - so I can't see what harm sharing the good news in this space could do.

Long story short, our girl had an amazing season.  The boys and girls teams both qualified to race at the state meet which is quite an accomplishment.  And, at the state meet she placed 12th overall in the girls pursuit race.    

We are so proud of her!

You can check out some local media coverage through these links:

WDIO interview 

Duluth News Tribune Article

Girls Pursuit Results

Boys Pursuit Results

Girls Team Results

Boys Team Results

We are also proud of these three, who are following in her footsteps - keeping active and strong and building their skills!

I am one proud mama!

Taproot Magazine::Issue 37::SPARK::Family Adventures in Winter Weather

Recently I received my contributor copies of Taproot Magazine - Issue 37::SPARK.   After much anticipation I was able to see the article I wrote six months ago, Family Adventures in Winter Weather, in print and hold the product of my contribution to this lovely magazine in my own hands.  

As a writer, the experience of turning an idea into word, and then sending it off for publication is a fun process that I am grateful that I am able to experience quite frequently with my column in Minnesota Parent Magazine, my experiences writing for mothering.com and my contributions to Taproot Magazine.  

This contribution was extra special because it was illustrated by the talented Meenal Patel.   More about the process of her illustrating my article HERE and HERE.

Writing for magazines is a creative outlet that I thoroughly enjoy. Thoughts and ideas formulate in my mind, then are transferred thoughtfully and intentionally to words in print on my computer screen.   My completed articles are then sent to my editors, who polish my words, and graphic designers or illustrators who complement my writing with photographs or original art, working their magic with the layout on the pages.   When all is ready the magazines are published and sent out into the world for others to read.   When I pull up to my rural mailbox and receive a magazine that includes my contribution, I always get a rush of excitement and a feeling of joy and accomplishment!  

Writing for Taproot Magazine is a certain kind of special.  I hope you find opportunity to get your hands on a copy and read the article that I wrote highlighting my experiences and recommendations to your family outdoors in winter weather.

 

Minnesota Parent Magazine - February 2020

The February issue of Minnesota Parent Magazine is available throughout Minnesota and online now.

My ramblings in my School Days Column this month focus on spreading Valentine's Day love and kindness.

Pick up a print copy, or read the full issue by clicking -->HERE.

Find the online link to my column---> HERE.

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If you like what you see, social media 'shares' are appreciated!

As, always - thanks for reading!

 

The February issue of Minnesota Parent Magazine is available throughout Minnesota and online now.

My ramblings in my School Days Column this month focus on spreading Valentine's Day love and kindness.

Pick up a print copy, or read the full issue by clicking -->HERE.

Find the online link to my column---> HERE.

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If you like what you see, social media 'shares' are appreciated!

As, always - thanks for reading!

Pick up a print copy, or read the full issue by clicking -->HERE.

Find the online link to my column---> HERE.

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If you like what you see, social media 'shares' are appreciated!

As, always - thanks for reading!