Even though the holidays have come and gone it is still very much winter! The past week has been a not so quiet reminder of that fact. In Las Cruces not only did have we had incredibly cold temperatures – we also had polar vortex wind. Really, this isn’t surprising. It’s always a little windy and this is just a small taste of what spring has…
We all have challenging days. Some of them are self-inflicted due to poor time management or a bad attitude. Other days are difficult because you have a lot to balance. Or negativity you didn’t create comes to your doorstep. I’ve found with many things that if I can put how I’m feeling into words that it gives me a sense of relief. I am a heavy…
Everyone of us has a story, and it’s as remarkable as we make it. We are but mere humans – which means we have lots of imperfections but each of us also experiences joy, passion, love and lust for life in some capacity. For some material goods will make their heart happy. Others may be satisfied by enjoying the sunrise each morning. With that being said,…
I always thought of cream puffs as something quintessentially southern. Wouldn’t they pair nicely with tea or lemonade on a notebook-esque white wraparound porch and some finger sandwiches? I mean, you know the one in the vision you have of being the perfect hostess when company swings by? I’ll be real honest you’re kind of lucky if I keep ice around for you most of the…
It’s the new year, which means I finally got my butt in gear and cleaned up the office. You have to realize that we procrastinated until the literal last minute packing – which means most stuff just got thrown into boxes. Haphazard and unmarked they were stacked and strewn across the floor. Then the wedding came. Then the honeymoon came. Then the wedding recovery period happened.…
We live in an increasingly digital age. It can be difficult for brick and mortar businesses that have actual storefronts. But it is also a great opportunity that can help you flourish! If you were going to look for a place to eat, a business to get a massage from, a hair cut or even a restaurant where would you turn to? For most people unless…
You’ve probably seen the label hormone-free on various packages of beef while perusing the meat aisle. So, if those options are hormone-free as they boast, do artificial growth hormones reside in all of the other beef? It’s a valid question. Oftentimes the labels in this day and age are overwhelming. Gluten-free pineapple? Natural? What does it all mean? I’ve written a separate post about what the labels…
Now I know that Christmas is over. I definitely don’t still have a dead Christmas tree up in the living room still. Or wreaths strung across the house. Or thank-you cards to write. Except that those statements are pretty much all lies at this point. But we will have Christmas put away soon in well-organized plastic tubs! In all honesty, I’m pretty excited that we won’t…
So near halloween my best friend and I went to a wine tasting at a small local winery. Now granted, this is not near the scale of the ones that will happen in the summer. It was also like a wine benefit tasting for a fantastic local non-profit. So my experience here will probably be a little different than yours may be at a larger one.…
I believe we should start the year with clear hearts and open minds. So I wanted to share 8 agriculture and food myths you shouldn’t believe in 2018. It’s really easy to believe everything you hear or come across on your Facebook feed when you haven’t had the opportunity to meet and learn from a farmer. I’ve had the opportunity to meet several farmers, ranchers and…
Hi, it's nice to meet you! My name's Lauren. Lover of bad 90's movies, green chile and proud Furbaby Momma.