Happy Fall! The temps are official lower than I like in Tahoe, but that’s ok. I’m talking mid 40’s for the majority of the day, eek. We’re enjoying all things Fall like apple picking and leaf peeping! But with cooler weather…
Hiking with a Toddler
Are you ready for this? We took Emerson hiking! I’ll let it and this view fully soak in. You’re probably thinking we’re crazy. I might agree with you, but it went way better than I expected. Especially considering we don’t…
How to Adventure in Lake Tahoe with a Toddler
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NourishInNoTime #SnackWithPurpose #CollectiveBias Happy Monday! Life’s about to get crazy again… Yup, I’ve been a tad MIA because work and life. But I…
Tahoe Blizzard 2017
We survived the storm of the century! Just in case you’re living under a rock the west coast was hit with some serious weather. In Lake Tahoe specifically we experienced rain, snow and 100+ mph winds over the course of…
My 5 Day Hike Essentials
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyPureRelief #CollectiveBias If you’re an avid reader then you know my husband and I loving exploring Tahoe. Before Emerson came along we hiked…
Toddler Beach Essentials
Going to the beach with a toddler is slightly different than hitting the sand with your girlfriends. Yup, long gone are the days of lounging on the beach with a good book, playing volleyball or swimming. I’m not saying beach…
Out & Active with JJ Cole | Lake Tahoe, CA
A few weeks ago my sister, her fiancé and their crazy vizsla visited. This visit we took them to Taylor Creek to see if the Kokanee were ‘running.’ Unfortunately the Koknaee didn’t know we were coming and decided not to…
Top 5 Lake Tahoe Hikes
My year round playground is Lake Tahoe — don’t be jealous. Whether Spring, Summer, Winter or Fall Lake Tahoe offers visitors and residents an endless supply of adventure. As we head into what local’s call the ‘shoulder’ season the trails…
Hiking Lake Tahoe at Sunrise // Maggies Peak
How early would you wake up to go hiking? Saturday morning my alarm went of at 3:30 a.m. I hit snooze and thought about how warm my bed was. It went off again 10 minutes later and this time I…
Hiking Lake Tahoe // Dardanelles Lake Trail
If you didn’t know, I’m lucky to call Lake Tahoe home. The adventures are endless. Last week the hubby and I celebrated anniversary number three! YAY us! In stead of a fancy dinner to celebrate the we spent the day outside….
Tahoe Craft Beer Fest
Pregnant during the summer isn’t ideal, but it doesn’t mean I still can’t have fun. This weekend was the inaugural Tahoe Craft Beer Fest at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa. I put on my I can’t drink big girl face…
Oscar de la Renta helps Keep Tahoe Blue
Happy Monday! What a weekend. Fashion, Gaga and kitchen planning! Saturday was nonstop for me. Every year The League to Save Lake Tahoe aka Keep Tahoe Blue hosts their annual fundraiser. It just so happens to be a Oscar de la Renta…









