It’s that time of year again—Orangetheory’s Hell Week is upon us, and I’ve been debating whether or not to fully commit to all the...

Madi has been going to daycare since she was just 9 months old. Erik and I had worked our schedules so that we wouldn’t need to send her...

September was a month filled with a mix of spontaneous family meals, trying new spots, and celebrating a special milestone. From taco...

August was a relatively quiet month for dining out, influenced by our family trip to upstate New York. However, the few meals we did...

Our family recently went camping at Strawberry Reservoir with some friends who had a reserved campsite. We were excited but also a little...

This was a long overdue trip to visit one of my good friends. The last time we were in Kentucky was three summers ago, and back then,...

July's dining adventures were a delightful mix of convenience, celebration, and culinary exploration. From a quick bagel breakfast before...

Our culinary adventures took us from festive birthday celebrations to cool dessert stops and savory dining experiences. As we welcomed...

Our family's journey to the Outer Banks began with an early morning hustle to the airport, waking the girls at the crack of dawn to...

May's restaurant outings were a delightful blend of casual and dining experiences, interspersed with a family trip to the Outer Banks....

After months of feeling stagnant in traditional therapy, I found myself contemplating a significant change in my approach to mental...

April's dining experiences were somewhat lighter this month due to a family trip to Tampa, but the meals we did enjoy ranged from quick...

Our first family trip of 2024 took us to Tampa, Florida, to visit one of Erik’s longtime friends who had recently moved there for work....

March was a month of balancing strict diet goals due to the Orangetheory Fitness Transformation Challenge, which concluded mid-month,...

Our household has officially declared an end to staying cooped up indoors; the girls' cabin fever has made sure of that. Seeking...

As the new year dawned, I found myself reflecting on a holiday season filled with a little too much indulgence. The stress from work and...

February brought with it the unique challenge of dining out while participating in the Orangetheory Fitness Transformation Challenge....

As January unfolded, my dining experiences were notably fewer than usual, limited to just a couple of restaurant visits amidst a newfound...

Erik and I recently had the pleasure of attending an old friend's wedding in Long Beach. This friend holds a special place in my heart as...

December brings with it a festive spirit, a time for family outings, catching up with friends, and of course, exploring the culinary...