Amber Johnson

Don’t miss our guide to Grand Mesa: Colorado’s hidden gem for winter-loving families.  Nestled on the northern edge of Colorado’s Grand Mesa—the world’s largest flattop...

Just tuning in? Be sure to read Powderhorn & Palisade: Colorado’s Best-Kept Secret for Affordable Family Skiing & Small-Town Charm.  When I travel, I typically...

Loveland’s enchanting historic district was bursting with festive cheer as I wove through the crowds at the annual Festival of Lights. The holiday market, brimming...

For my family, the holidays are all about traditions–both new and old.  And new on our 2024 holiday bucket list is the NEW Northern Colorado...

For the past several years, we have run this article on Being a Good (and Bad) Mother on our mommy blog for Mother’s Day. It...

“Why can’t you just trust me?” my 12-year-old daughter accused. I stopped and stared. It had been a year of upheaval as we moved from...

My husband and I are currently in what we refer to as “the good years” of parenting. At ages 8 and 10 our little cherubs...

Shortly after having my firstborn daughter Hadley, I went to the dentist and discovered my Pukefest-for-a-Pregnancy had produced approximately 500 cavities. We started Operation Rotfest...

We recently wrapped up two years of hosting two incredible exchange students: The truly lovely Maelle from Switzerland and the always-entertaining Pablo from Spain. I’m...

I left Canada when I was 18 years old for college and the longer I’m gone, the farther away it feels.  Four years ago, my...