If you’re like me, the start of a new year forces you to reflect on your life. Often times, we think about the things that we aren’t happy with. The stuff that keeps us from feeling fulfilled. I’m at a point in my life where I would like to meet new people. It’s not easy to make new friends, especially in your 30s. In your 20s you make friends in college, or you make them working. It’s … [Read more...]
Food and Festivities: A Trip to Hmong International New Year
Did you know that Fresno hosts the largest Hmong New Year Celebration in the country? From December 26 to January 1, the Fresno Fairgrounds is transformed into a cultural delight. Happily, I checked it out for the first time this year. I met up with my friends Jessica, Ger, and Mika to see the Hmong New Year sights. Jessica told me to bring cash and to arrive early. She suggested I feed my … [Read more...]
2016 Goal Series, Week 1: Be a phenomenal parent
Hey there! Happy 2016! I’m so glad you’re here, reading my first FresYes post of a brand-new, sparkly year – a year full of possibility! I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling pretty energized and inspired with the start of this New Year, and that’s not something I’ve always felt. As a blogger, I feel I’d be remiss if I failed to do something in honor of the time-honored tradition of making New … [Read more...]
FresYes People – Downtown cafe Tree of Life to serve up fresh food and a fresh start
New year, new hope. The promise of a fresh start is what makes January 1st something to celebrate. There is no better time, then, to talk about a downtown Fresno cafe coming in early 2016 that encompasses the hope of a new year. Steve and Carolyn Ocheltree will soon open the doors to Tree of Life, bringing farm-fresh dishes to diners and employment to men and women looking to restart their lives … [Read more...]
FresYes People – The Writers of FresYes Wish You a Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, everybody! We are in the first few moments of a brand new string of 365 days just waiting to be filled with activities, family, friends, music, trips, laughter, adventure... The possibilities are endless. How exciting is that? Since we're at this new beginning together, there's no better time to get acquainted with the writers of FresYes who can help you fill all those empty … [Read more...]