You can call this family official wannabe ski bums. A few nights before a decent snowstorm moved into the mountains, we spontaneously booked some nights in Crested Butte, CO. (Spontaneity is how we most of our trips.) Fresh powder doesn’t hurt either. Not bad for a quick getaway over the New Years Week holiday. After …
Aruba: One Happy Island, One Happy Mama
I sent one kid back to school after the winter break. Kid 2 was going next week. I was going to have two whole days of peace, quiet, and no spilled milk. Notice I said ‘was’. Enter quarantine round 694 from school. Next week everyone will still be grinding through the school day right by …
South Africa: Potjiekos
This week we drew South Africa. Trusty Google searches for traditional South African meals popped up everywhere. Personally, I was pumped for Chakalaka and Pap, mostly because I need the saying ‘Boom! Shakalaka’ to make a comeback. The plethora of boys living in this house were more encouraged by Braai, South African barbeque, and the …