What would your kid decide to do? | MyInstead

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  When I was growing up, I had friends whose parents would buy any alcohol we wanted.  We put money together and gave them a list and they would go buy it.  These are the same parents that were out at the bars all night while their house was full of teenagers drinking. I remember [...]

Spring time in Albuquerque

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photo credit: OpenThreads via photopin cc Spring is finally here, and it feels like spring here in Albuquerque.  I wish my east coast friends could say the same…I feel so bad seeing them post pictures of snow when I’m walking around in tshirts and chancletas.  My kids are getting ready to head to spring break, [...]

Why I network…

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Last night I attended the Website Launch Party for the ABQWest Chamber of Commerce.  Yes, I happen to be on the board.  Yes, I happen to be in charge of communications, so the website is kinda my deal.  I went for more reasons than just that.  Networking is important for all businesses. You don’t have [...]

Destination Photography | +Giveaway!

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A while back I was asked if I wanted to make the drive out just outside of Albuquerque to the old Rio Puerco bridge for a photoshoot.  I didn’t have any good photos and thought it was a great opportunity to get a good shot or two for my site.  I had no idea what [...]

Red carpet to-do: Hair? Check! #DisneyOzEvent

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In just a few short days, I will be walking down the red carpet to watch the world premiere of Oz The Great and Powerful!  I am SO excited….but exhausted!  There is so much to get ready and prepare for a trip like this!  When it comes to figuring out my hair, there is only one [...]

Ashley’s Edible Art Cupcakes

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Earlier this month I attended a fun little networking event for mommies who work from home in the Albuquerque area.  I attend networking events all the time with the ABQ West Chamber of Commerce, but this was my first that was all mommies.  Kids were there and everything.  Very relaxed and a fun way to [...]

Long live skies filled with balloons..and green chile

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My name is Amber and I am a New Mexican.   Through and through, this is my home.  I’m proud of it.  We might not be the biggest state or have huge amusement parks, a beach, etc. but we are unique.  Every time I go to a blogger event, I’m normally the only one from [...]