Tag Archives: mothering

How A Ski Accident Changed Our Lives

Posted on January 21, 2013 by braveskimom

Five years ago today a ski accident changed our lives. At the time, these changes were painful. Five years later, I realize they taught us lessons we needed to learn. The accident involved our oldest son, who was then 11, … Continue reading →

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Turning Kids Loose: When, Where and How?

Posted on January 4, 2013 by braveskimom

When our oldest son was six, I lost him. He ducked into the trees while we were skiing and he didn’t come out. When he didn’t come out, I was torn. Should I leave his three year-old brother on the … Continue reading →

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School, Risk and Bravado: Learning to Think Things Through

Posted on September 10, 2012 by braveskimom

For better, or worse, it’s back. School, is back. Fear of The Unknown When our boys were young and starting kindergarten, the first day of school was terrifying. Not for them, but for me. They’d be away from me for … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day: Shannon Bahrke Talks About Her Ski Mom

Posted on May 10, 2012 by braveskimom

I’m on the phone with Shannon Bahrke. You know, the Freestyle skier with the ready smile and colorful hair who skis moguls with the energy of the Roadrunner and the Tasmanian Devil combined. I’m calling Shannon to talk about her … Continue reading →

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Decision Points

Posted on May 8, 2012 by braveskimom

Recently, I met up with a friend at a youth lacrosse tournament. My friend lives in the Vail area and her sons play for Backcountry Lacrosse. The first thing you have to know about Backcountry Lacrosse is that their logo … Continue reading →

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