Books, Pizza and Whales
Happy Friday, ya’ll! What are your plans for the weekend? Really, please share! We’re doing baseball, birthday parties, a MOPS dinner and hopefully some kayaking! But enough about that. Let’s talk...
View ArticleGardening as a new Mama, a post from Seed and Sprout
Any ladies out there with young kids? Yeah, I thought so! How about any ladies with young kids, who are wanting to garden more? Yep! This post is for you! Please join me in warmly welcoming Megan,...
View ArticleKayaking in the NW
3 years ago, our family finally purchased something I’d been wanting for years….kayaks! Mostly, my husband and I used them when we went on dates. We’d strap them on the car, bring a picnic and we were...
View ArticleA Kid-Friendly Music Festival Experience
Photo by Deanna Curry There’s nothing like sleeping with your kids in a tent under the stars. Everyone smells like a mix of campfire, marshmallows and dirt and it’s where a kid can just be a kid. Today...
View ArticleSavory Low Carb Scones
I don’t know if you do this too…but I’m kind of assuming we all do this when we go to Costco. We have let’s say for example, 10 items on our list, but since the inventory is always changing, we feel...
View ArticleA short little hike, with INCREDIBLE views
A big thanks to my sister for telling us about this one. When her family hiked this back in May, they saw whales and you guys, I’m not surprised at all! The views at the top of this short hike are...
View ArticleYour Perfect Saturday in Kent, WA
I say it all the time, but truly, one of the best parts of running NW Healthy Mama, is sharing fun things to do and then hearing success stories from you guys! Our area is so full of healthy family fun...
View ArticleMy visit to Hayton Farms
Come with me to Fir Island for a moment, will you? First, do you even know where Fir Island is? It’s about an hour north of Seattle and if you’re headed out to Anacortes or LaConner, depending on the...
View ArticleBonhoeffer Botanical Gardens
One of the questions I’m most often asked about trails is……Can I bring my stroller? Often the answer is sorry, no. But today, it’s YES! Absolutely, yes! Bring the strollers, bring the kids, bring your...
View ArticleJust Between Friends Sale with a DOUBLE GIVEAWAY!
Just yesterday, I was standing on our back deck with a friend, and we were both commenting on how fast the kids are growing and how they’re all due for larger clothes and shoes. Back to school...
View ArticleA Great Activity for the Whole Family: Seattle Farm School’s Urban Farm Tour
Have you always wanted to grow veggies at home, or add a fruit tree to your property? Now is your chance to get inspired! Seattle Farm School is hosting their 2nd annual Urban Farm Tour on August 12....
View ArticleIn Celebration of #NationalHammockDay- The BEST Deals on Hammocks Around!
Happy weekend! Did you know today is National Hammock Day? In celebration, I scoured the internet and came up with some of the best quality and deals. Many of these are marked WAY, WAY, WAY down for...
View ArticleOur Building Story, Part 1 with the first Q & A
This post has been burning inside of me for awhile and as the walls start to go up, I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to share our story. Truth is, it’ll take more than one post because...
View ArticleMy Summer Truths, with a Chocolaty Giveaway!
Summer truths. What are they? I don’t know exactly, but I made a list on my phone the other night while I was cooking dinner and I thought I’d share. Since becoming a mom 8 1/2 years ago, each summer...
View ArticleKids Obstacle Challenge
I don’t know about you guys, but my kids are crazy over mud. Your kids, too? When I heard about the Kids Obstacle Challenge that’s coming to Issaquah, I couldn’t help but instantly want to go. This is...
View ArticleA Skagit Valley Date
Have you ever found yourself driving through Fir Island, admiring all the gorgeous barns and farm houses? Ever since I can remember, I’ve loved that drive. Saturday we took that drive, stopped to take...
View ArticleEco-Friendly and Affordable School Lunch Container Picks
There are SO many great options for affordable, eco-friendly school lunch options this year. I was totally geeking out while making this list. There are some incredible deals happening right now. Here...
View ArticleOur Building Story Q&A Part 2
I came to our property tonight to feed the chickens and I didn’t want to leave. My husband was home, feeding the kids dinner and I found myself wandering around, thinking, praying….feeling thankful....
View ArticleCurrent Loves
You know when you see something that’s just so wonderful it basically takes everything in you to not start cheering like a crazy person? Yeah, that’s been happening a lot lately. There’s some GOOD...
View ArticleSeattle Fall Family Activities
Autumn in Seattle has a magical air that can’t be denied. There’s the fresh beginning of school, holidays like Halloween around the corner, fantastic colors all around, and tons of fun activities for...
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