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Gearing up for the Tourist Season
photocredit: twitter.com BY: RACHEL SMITH It’s almost that time of year again. The time where visitors flock to our area, often for lengthy visits. The time where our streets are busier, where our population increases drastically. Another spring, summer and fall are on the horizon, filled with fantastic events, camping...
For the Love of Books, just Read this Blog!
BY: RACHEL SMITH Yesterday was ‘National Write Your Story Day.’ I had grand plans. Grand ones. To write some eloquent little number about how writing triggers your inner creative monster, sparking stories and plot twists from deep within the inner psyche. But you see, I’m a mom. And while I love my kids...
It’s Time to give it a TRI
photocredit: hdfootagestock.com BY: RACHEL SMITH I found this article on Active.com. It includes tips and advice for those looking to do their first triathlon. As I skimmed through the slides, it hit me that anyone really CAN give it a TRI. Dispel your Fears This is a big one. Because, honestly, it can be scary. And...
Time to Spring Ahead!
photocredit: target.com BY: RACHEL SMITH It’s hard to believe the time is, once again, upon us to turn our clocks forward. Saturday night, before you settle into your warm bed for the night, you’ll need to set your clock ahead for one hour; a symbol of one of the greatest times of the year. Spring. Yes, it’s hard to...
A Few Tips & Tricks for TRI Training
BY: RACHEL SMITH I know what you’re thinking: Triathlons are for the super-athletic. The people who spend hours and hours at the gym each day. The gung-ho, only-eat-healthy-and-workout types. Well… that’s not entirely true. In fact, TRI Clear Lake is the perfect example of where one could start on their Triathlon...
Who’s Ready for Spring?
photocredit: Washington Post BY: RACHEL SMITH It’s been a long time, probably since I was a kid, that I can remember a worse winter than this one. As we just experienced the 9th snow day for our students here in Clear Lake, it leaves me wondering just how long after Memorial Day they’ll still be in school. This last...
Calgon… Take Me Away!!
BY: RACHEL SMITH It’s snow day number eight in Clear Lake, Iowa. The eighth time we’ve had to come up with some sort of fun activity to get us through the long day at home. EIGHTH TIME, PEOPLE!!!! Cooped up inside is not the best scenario for five children. Or Mom, for that fact. We’ve exhausted all the new Lego’s from...