Thirteen years ago, Aaron and Kerri Bly of rural Kenesaw brought their first son, Trae, home from the hospital along with big dreams. But, as Trae grew, they noticed that he didn’t develop as fast as other kids. He didn’t walk or communicate until age two and a half. When Trae was 3 years old, they found … Continue Reading
Better Living
Omaha Mom Provides HOPE for Organizing Photos and Kids’ Art Projects
What is the one thing you would grab if your house was burning down? I watched in suspense along with millions of other Americans as Jack … Continue Reading
Disney Vacation Guide for Nebraska Families
Sponsored Post After Candice Minks of Lincoln experienced her first Disney vacation five years ago, she saw a need to offer a resource for … Continue Reading
Family Fun & Travel
Nebraska Ice-Skating Rinks Provide Winter Family Fun
Figure skating is my favorite part of the Winter Olympics. I remember as a child watching Katarina Witt glide her way to a gold medal and Scott Hamilton performing his amazing backflip on the ice. I always wanted … Continue Reading
“Detour Nebraska” Top Local Destinations To Add To Your 2018 Travel Bucket List
Detour Nebraska: Historic Destinations & Natural Wonders by Gretchen Garrison of Lincoln is a comprehensive guide to historic and unique destinations across Nebraska. (Read more about Gretchen here). It is … Continue Reading
Life In Nebraska Blog
They Called Her the “N” Word
I saw a beautiful baby girl at my son’s wrestling meet last year. She was about six months old with dark skin and tight curly hair. Because of the color of her skin, she stood out among the mainly white faces … Continue Reading
Disney-Loving Moms Offer Vacation Tips & Ideas for Nebraska Families
I still recall the lyrics to the song that blared out of the train on Mickey’s Birthday Land Express. “We’re rollin’, rollin’ on the express. We’re rollin’ on Mickey’s Birthday Land Express.” It was 1988. I … Continue Reading
Recipes
Delicious & Easy Meals to Take to Families in Need
The day we brought our first baby home from the hospital, a thoughtful family member prepared a warm meal and had it waiting for us in the kitchen. Others had offered to bring meals as well, and I wondered why people would be bringing us meals when I would be home on maternity leave with […]