As we close the books for 2014 we wanted to take one more quick glance back and share some of the most popular posts from each of our writers. By way of social sharing (usually Facebook Likes), … [Read more...] about Our most popular posts of 2014
Archives for December 2014
A Mother’s New Year’s Resolutions
I have a love-hate relationship with New Year's resolutions. I love them when I successfully fulfill them of course, but when I don't - well, that's when I hate 'em. A couple of years ago, I made a … [Read more...] about A Mother’s New Year’s Resolutions
Strawberry Bellini Recipe to Start Your New Year
When it comes to gift-giving for Christmas, one of my favorite family traditions is getting each other stocking stuffers. These range from silly to practical. This year, my mother was pleasantly … [Read more...] about Strawberry Bellini Recipe to Start Your New Year
Outdoors 2015 wish list
As we close out 2014 I've been thinking about events from this year that I unfortunately missed. As life goes its hard to find time to get to all the events around FresYes but after seeing all the … [Read more...] about Outdoors 2015 wish list
Let the madness begin!
As we all recover from the buzz high school football left, it’s time to begin high school basketball. High school basketball isn’t just once a week, it’s pure madness that you can see almost every … [Read more...] about Let the madness begin!
The FresYes Pic of the Year!
We've sponsored twenty six different Pics of the Week this year and loved each and every one of them. Over this last year we've had more than 400 picture submissions, each helping to illustrating … [Read more...] about The FresYes Pic of the Year!
Pic of the Week Winner 12/27
This week the $25.00 gift card for Cafe Corazon goes to Amie for the pic, “Our daughter just loves Old Navy.”. Want to know how they did it? Read this post! This next week we'll be having a … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner 12/27
Looking Forward to 2015
Happy day after Christmas! I hope Santa was good to everyone this year. As for me, well, I got coal in my stocking. Teeheehee. Here's hoping next year is better! ;) As the year draws to a close, I … [Read more...] about Looking Forward to 2015
The Great Post-Christmas Ornament Hunt
I realized a few weeks ago that I somehow was lucky enough to be one of the FresYes writers you’re stuck with on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day AND New Year’s Day. And seriously, who wants to read … [Read more...] about The Great Post-Christmas Ornament Hunt
FresYes People – Ho, Ho, Ho! It’s Santa!
"SANTA! OH MY GOD! SANTA'S COMING! I KNOW HIM! I KNOW HIM!" If you're as big a fan of the movie "Elf" as I am, then, just like me, you've probably repeated that line over and over every holiday … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Ho, Ho, Ho! It’s Santa!
Great Games for Your Holiday Gathering
It's Christmas Eve! Right about now, you're probably preparing for the influx of family and friends or to go to a family member or friends' home for holiday celebrations. With that often comes a … [Read more...] about Great Games for Your Holiday Gathering
Video: Orange and Cranberry Scones for Christmas
With all the hustling and bustling around Christmas, there's something cathartic about stoping to take the time to cook a meal or a holiday dish for loved ones. This is the time of year to really be … [Read more...] about Video: Orange and Cranberry Scones for Christmas
The rainy, snowy and muddy top 10
So long has it been since we had a measureable amount of precipitation fall from the sky I thought we all may need a reminder of all the fun it can bring outdoors. While this is not a complete list of … [Read more...] about The rainy, snowy and muddy top 10
The FresYes Garden: Poinsettias
Poinsettias are synonymous with Christmas. You can’t walk into a grocery store or garden center without spotting a full display of the Christmas flower. Although I had always known poinsettias were … [Read more...] about The FresYes Garden: Poinsettias
Giving a hand
This last week I was embarrassed of myself. No one knew it but I was. I didn't walk out of the bathroom stall with toilet paper on my shoe, I wasn't showing a million dollar home to clients with my … [Read more...] about Giving a hand
Pic of the Week for 12/20
This week the $25.00 gift card for Vons/Safeway goes to Gayle Vaughn for the pic, “Santa arrived in style at the 144FW Air National Guard kids Christmas party, Dec 10, 2014”. Want to know how … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week for 12/20
Community Events December 19th
We are sneaking up on the new year and we already have a community event to plan for in the coming year. Springtime in DC When: January 23, 2015 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm Where: Wedgewood … [Read more...] about Community Events December 19th
Baklava – A Christmas Party Sweet
Wow, can you believe that Christmas is right around the corner?! I remember back when it was 100°, and I was wishing for cooler weather and merrier times. And now look, those merrier times are … [Read more...] about Baklava – A Christmas Party Sweet
Shop Local: Joanne’s Favorite (Last-Minute) Things
Let’s be clear. I don’t consider myself Oprah by any means! But I’m known for having an addiction to giving gifts. If I’m not done Christmas shopping (or at least really close by the end of Black … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Joanne’s Favorite (Last-Minute) Things
3 traditions to adopt this holiday season
Family traditions are extremely important to me. I care a lot about them and as I've grown older, I care even more as many of my childhood traditions have either faded or changed as the years have … [Read more...] about 3 traditions to adopt this holiday season
How to Stock Your NYE Bar!
Note from Alisa: the following post was written by Nathaniel Stiers, co-producer of a killer NYE party happening at Fulton 55 (with an awesome cocktail bar upstairs) and co-founder of Good Fortune, … [Read more...] about How to Stock Your NYE Bar!
Soul Runners: Sole 2 Soul
Walk, Run, Live. That's the motto of Sole 2 Soul owners Jill and Scott Newton who have created more than just a shoe store but a lifestyle location. What started out as a hobby for the couple to … [Read more...] about Soul Runners: Sole 2 Soul
The guys you never hear about . . .
When you’re watching a football game; and a big play happens; we instantly give credit to the person who scored the touchdown. Hardly anyone wonders how the running back made that run look … [Read more...] about The guys you never hear about . . .
Pic of the Week 12/13
This week the $25.00 gift card for The Lime Lite goes to Monica for the pic, “The zoo. My baby loving on the animals!!”. Want to know how they did it? Read this post! The rules are simple. … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week 12/13
The Fresno Chaffee Zoo Lights!
While preparing for my post this week, I was thinking back to my most fondest Christmas memories. I love Christmas, and I love being able to spend time with friends and family. So of course, most of … [Read more...] about The Fresno Chaffee Zoo Lights!