As a mom, the phrase “Don’t eat…..” has come out of my mouth more than I would like and care to remember. When my sons were younger, the “Don’t eat…” phrase was especially useful, as in “Don’t eat the bright red berries on that bush…they will kill you!” Or, my personal favorite: “Stop! Don’t pick […]
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When Skiing Ahhh Moments Turn to Skiing Uh Oh Moments
The December issue of SKI magazine features an article by former US Ski Team member and two-time Olympian Edie Thys Morgan called “How to Raise a Skier.” Edie writes about the family skiing “Ahhh Moment”: That moment when suddenly the exhaustion and frustration of trying to get kids skiing, turns into a realization that the […]
Snowmass, Colorado: Family Friendly at Any Age
As a native of Western Colorado, it seems obvious that I would start with a review of Snowmass – the big family resort on our side of the hill. Yes, Vail is bigger. Yes, the scenery at Telluride is more spectacular, but for out and out family fun in Colorado, I don’t think you can beat Snowmass. It’s an obvious choice, but also an excellent choice.