As I was planning for this week’s post, I had to laugh at myself. Last week I wrote about eating healthy and exercising. This week, I’ll be writing about donuts. Ha! A couple of weeks ago I … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Foster’s Donuts
Get Fit Local – Walking Fig Garden
I’ve been on a get healthy kick lately. Weight is something I’ve struggled with my whole life. Although, when I look back at pictures when I was younger, I was way skinnier then than I am now. Funny … [Read more...] about Get Fit Local – Walking Fig Garden
Running with the Bull! (Kevin Bull)
Have you watched American Ninja Warrior or it’s origin show Sasuke and wondered what these ninjas do in the off-season from the show? Well what you might not know is that small competitions are … [Read more...] about Running with the Bull! (Kevin Bull)
The New Wrinkles and All That Jazz!
Drama has played a very important role in my daughter’s life this past year. (In fact, as I type this, I’m sitting in a rehearsal for Peter Pan Jr.) Being part of a production has been wonderful for … [Read more...] about The New Wrinkles and All That Jazz!
The FresYes Summer Survival Kit
It’s that time again: We’re hitting the triple digits in Fresno. You’re all probably flocking for the pools or going out of town. Surviving summer in the Valley is a special art. I’d like to think … [Read more...] about The FresYes Summer Survival Kit
FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway!
If you were hanging out with us last month, you know that we treated two special moms to some of the things moms enjoy most - a day at the salon, updated family pictures and a delicious home cooked … [Read more...] about FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway!
The Central Valley Taco Festival
I was listening to the radio the other day when a commercial came on about the Central Valley Taco Festival. Oh my goodness that brought back a memory that I just have to share with everyone! The … [Read more...] about The Central Valley Taco Festival
Maya Cinemas: A Solo Movie Adventure
Confession time: Until last Sunday, I had never been the the movies by myself. Maybe a lot of you are in the same boat, but I found it particularly funny seeing as how I’ve flown on a plane by myself … [Read more...] about Maya Cinemas: A Solo Movie Adventure
Get Better Local: Valley Children’s Hospital
Last week I had a chance to go on a field trip with my daughter’s school. (If you’re following me at all, you’ll know I homeschool her, and yes-we do field trips too!) We went to visit Valley … [Read more...] about Get Better Local: Valley Children’s Hospital
The Choir: A Living Room Rock Experience
When you think of a concert being hosted in someone’s house, what image comes to mind? A high school garage band? A frat party? OK, those are probably stereotypes. But I bet what you WOULDN’T imagine … [Read more...] about The Choir: A Living Room Rock Experience
Ride Local: Harley-Davidson of Fresno
Last week I was invited to attend a local Harley-Davidson of Fresno event. I’ll pause here and wait for you to stop laughing. No, I’m not a Harley enthusiast. And, I’ve actually never been on one. … [Read more...] about Ride Local: Harley-Davidson of Fresno
Local Homeschool Community Comes Together
About a year and a half ago I made the decision to homeschool my daughter. This was a very personal decision for my family, and usually those who homeschool have their own unique reasons … [Read more...] about Local Homeschool Community Comes Together
Mother’s Day Memories
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I’ve been thinking a lot about the women in my life. My mom, my aunt, my grandma, my friends. I think about how they have helped shape me into the mother I am … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Memories
Eat Sweets Local – Ooh De Lolli
I bet just about every business owner has a story about how they got started. Rooted somewhere deep within that story is a passion that drives the person. This is very much the case for Donna Mott, … [Read more...] about Eat Sweets Local – Ooh De Lolli
Donate Local: Assistance League Thrift Boutique
During my childhood, my mother liked to go yard sales every Saturday morning. Her and my step grandmother would get up early, take a pocket full of change, and head out way before anyone else got up. … [Read more...] about Donate Local: Assistance League Thrift Boutique
NOtown Roller Derby
Have you ever watched the movie Whip It? It stars Ellen Page, Drew Barrymore, Kristen Wiig, and Jimmy Fallon. It's a movie about a girl pursuing her dream to compete in a roller derby league. … [Read more...] about NOtown Roller Derby
See This Historical Artist’s Home at ArtHop (T. Newton Russell)
This week for ArtHop, you can check out the historical home of the late local artist/sculptor, T. Newton Russell, and discover a few up-and-coming artists who have turned the house into a mini … [Read more...] about See This Historical Artist’s Home at ArtHop (T. Newton Russell)
Local Documentary- Our Lives: Surviving the Streets of Fresno
Last week for Easter break my daughter went on a local missions trip. The youth advisers really took the time to highlight Fresno to the Jr.High students. The youth did things like clean up graffiti, … [Read more...] about Local Documentary- Our Lives: Surviving the Streets of Fresno
Fresno High Flea
I was talking with a friend last night about how much I love Fresno. I know that some people really don't like it here, but honestly, I do. I know I've said it before, and it's the truth. This week … [Read more...] about Fresno High Flea
Spring Break Activities
Happy Friday! I have been looking forward to this day for about a month. Not just because it's Friday, or because it's the day where I get to watch Family Feud (thanks to no longer having cable, I … [Read more...] about Spring Break Activities
Things To Do: West Coast Mennonite Sale
There are many things I love about Fresno. Some of my family is here, my friends are here, my church, my support group-this is where I'm from. This is home. One characteristic of Fresno that I … [Read more...] about Things To Do: West Coast Mennonite Sale
Local Event: FresYes Fest 2015
Anyone know Stefon from Saturday Night Live? Well, I totally just had a Stefon moment. I was thinking of a way to start this post, and I was going to say something like, “If you want to have a good … [Read more...] about Local Event: FresYes Fest 2015
Eat Local: Luna Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
As I was preparing for my post this week, I was realizing that I've been writing a lot about food. I guess that makes sense, because I've been trying new places lately, as well as visiting some old … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Luna Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
Eat Local: Toledito’s
Growing up in Fresno I had always been afraid of downtown. Not afraid that something bad was going to happen, but more afraid of driving. I've always heard people complain about the one-way streets, … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Toledito’s
Eat Local: Mom’s Ol’ Fashion Burgers
Do you ever have a favorite restaurant that brings back memories of when you were little. I do. There was a place I use to go to with my mom- it was called Angelo's, off of Olive and Weber. The … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Mom’s Ol’ Fashion Burgers