Aamla Apparel began as an idea which was simmering in Nidhi’s head for years. Eventually, the stars aligned and Aamla Apparel by NK Creations came to be. In spring of 2022, Nidhi traveled to India to pursue this idea of supporting families and their employment by utilizing her passion for fashion. The pandemic left many…
Read MoreThis is Red. Red has been sturgeon spearing since he was a boy in the 1950s. He hasn’t missed a single year on the ice of Lake Winnebago since then. The odds of spearing this prehistoric fish are slim, but that doesn’t deter him. The truth is, Red isn’t too concerned about spearing a sturgeon.…
Read MoreLife doesn’t always go as planned. The cancellation of the live nativity at Cristo Rey Ranch is proof of that. 2020 doesn’t look like we thought it would, but each of us still has something to be grateful for. This season of life has taught me to slow down and appreciate the little things in…
Read MoreSaint Cloud Centennial Celebration brings back fond memories. None of us could have predicted what 2020 would look like. But the truth is, we have no idea what tomorrow will look like. Some people are planners. They prefer everything to unfold accordingly to their perfect plan. This isn’t me and this isn’t real life. I…
Read MoreLife doesn’t always go as planned, the Club 44 Foundation is proof of that. 2020 doesn’t look like we thought it would, but each of us has something to be grateful for. This season of life has taught me to slow down and appreciate the little things in life. The cancellations and additional time spent…
Read MoreChildren change perspective, whether it’s planned or not. Looking back just eight years ago, I couldn’t imagine myself as a mother. Life changes when you least expect it and children change perspective. Children provide more wisdom, spirit and creativity than I thought possible. I strive to remain present for them. More of this story coming…
Read MoreOur family activities vary with each visit to the Wisconsin Northwoods. On this particular day, we decided to go mini golfing. My son’s FAVORITE. It’s important to capture these moments before they’re gone. We returned here for Labor Day weekend and it was closed. It made me sad, we love this place. As a result,…
Read MoreIt was an unexpected Urban Fuel conversation that made my day. I walk into Urban Fuel Coffee House on this rainy, spring day. It’s cold and damp outside, but cozy and inviting inside. I’m greeted with smiles and offered a glass of water. “Regular or cucumber infused?” they ask. Infused please. I order my usual…
Read MoreA day spent at the Kohler Water Spa is a day well spent. I schedule a day at the Kohler Waters Spa several times each year. This particular spa day just happened to be two weeks before my due date. There isn’t a better reason to get a maternity massage. The only reason, I guess. This…
Read MoreLast September, my husband, son and I went on vacation to Door County in Wisconsin. We made some wonderful memories, and I wanted to share them with you.
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