Tag Archives: self-empowerment

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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What’s In A Number?

Posted on August 9, 2012 by braveskimom

I originally wrote this post in March. I was feeling blue with the ski season ending and missing the comments and interaction with many readers. July 29th marked the 2 year anniversary of Brave Ski Mom. Over the past two … Continue reading →

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Women’s Ski Jumping: A New Film Shares a Dream Worth Fighting For

Posted on May 22, 2012 by braveskimom

In 2010, many of the world’s best athletes gathered in British Columbia to compete in the Winter Olympics. The Olympic Games are meant to provide a venue for competition free of politics and prejudice. But at those games, and all … Continue reading →

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Here’s to Marge: Seventy-One Miles and Seventy-One Years Strong

Posted on May 15, 2012 by braveskimom

How will you celebrate your 71st birthday? Last week, my friend Marge Gunderson celebrated in style. She invited her friends to join her on a 71 mile road bike ride: Seventy-one years. Seventy-one miles. Last year, her birthday ride was … Continue reading →

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Get A Kid in the Game

Posted on April 3, 2012 by braveskimom

On April 8, our friend Brian Grossman will tie on his running shoes, grab a bag with all the food and supplies he’ll need for seven days and start running – in the Moroccan Sahara Desert. Brian will be one … Continue reading →

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