The inspirational story of Stacey Schoneman reminds me of the famous quote from Rocky Balboa: “The world ain’t all sunshine and rainbows. It’s a very mean and nasty place, and I don’t care how tough you are, it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me or nobody is … Continue Reading
Better Living
9 Essential Car Care Tips For Women
Stacey Schoneman of Lexington grew up racing and working in her parents' business, C & S Truck and Salvage. Now she is a single mom, and she … Continue Reading
Snapchat, Cyberbulling & Sexting: What Nebraska Parents Need To Know
A Nebraska high-school football player was handcuffed and eventually charged with terroristic threats after he tweeted threatening comments about … Continue Reading
Family Fun & Travel
Animals, a Dinner Cruise & Getting Lost in Trees: Traveling With Teens in Eastern Nebraska
In a previous issue, Lindsay Nolan of Omaha shared her embarrassing travel moments with her small children on their family vacation to western Nebraska. Now, I am sharing our story of traveling with teens in Eastern … Continue Reading
Embarrassing Travel Moments Don’t Stop Nebraska Explorers
We are delighted to feature this adventure story from talented Nebraska writer and children's book author Lindsay Nolan. While traveling with young children can be challenging (and embarrassing), the beauty of the … Continue Reading
Life In Nebraska Blog
You Might Be a Nebraska 4-H Family if July Finds You …
It’s July in Nebraska. That means sweet corn, hot summer days and a trip to the county fair. And, if you are a 4-H member (or a 4-H parent), you might be … Waking up with the sunrise to feed hungry cows, pigs … Continue Reading
10 Reasons to Take Your Kids Camping, Plus Our Favorite Nebraska Camping Spots
I have loved camping since as long as I can remember. I grew up camping, and the first item my husband and I purchased with the money gifted to us for our wedding was a new tent. We have enjoyed camping with our … Continue Reading
Recipes
Simple Summer Fruit Slush
It can be tempting for kids to sit on the couch and eat chips all summer. But with simple and easy snacks like frozen fruit cups, it’s easy and more fun to eat healthier and get a little boost of vitamin C! I discovered this recipe for frozen fruit slushes in a church cookbook several […]