by Alison Moore Smith | Mar 5, 2026 | Body, Fun, Product Reviews
Although I pride myself in being able to do anything I set my mind to, skiing completely humbled me. I tried. I really tried. But that's a story for another day. My husband is a very skilled skier. If you're a skier or snowboarder, you will love this high tech ski...
by Alison Moore Smith | Feb 18, 2026 | Fun, Product Reviews
This is not your typical shrinky dink set. This turns into a full fledged play set. My grandkids love it! Did you play with these as a kid, too? Hot Wheels Shrinky Dinks Link to Amazon review...
by Alison Moore Smith | Dec 17, 2025 | Fun, YouTube Vlogs
Every year, family gift giving can quietly turn into something heavier than it needs to be—more guessing, more stuff, more pressure to get it “right.” This year, I tried a simple system for gift giving as a mom of adult kids and a grandma. It helped me give gifts that...
by Alison Moore Smith | Dec 10, 2025 | Fun, YouTube Vlogs
Christmas can get complicated fast. Lists, events, expectations…the season that’s supposed to feel joyful can start to feel like one long obligation. Instead of adding more, I've made five simple swaps that bring peace and actual enjoyment back into December. These...
by Alison Moore Smith | Oct 30, 2025 | Fun, YouTube Vlogs
Sometimes “thriving in midlife” means learning how to slow down—especially when your body insists on it. For the past two weeks I've been hit hard with bronchitis, but I found some creature comforts to make it less awful. Here are the cozy essentials that helped me...
by Alison Moore Smith | Oct 27, 2025 | Fun, YouTube Vlogs
Remember when I told you about our impromptu mini-trips? Sam and I pick a time and place and invite…whomever can come! Last summer we headed out—along with our three youngest children—to Bear Lake. We had a great time boating, water skiing, jet skiing, and eating at...
