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4th Annual Kaylie Meyer Memorial Fundraiser | Tavern 22

Rochester LocalJuly 2, 2025

The Kaylie Meyer Memorial Fundraiser was established in 2022 to honor the memory and legacy of Kaylie Meyer, whose dream was to help others through equine-assisted psychotherapy. This annual event...

7 Family Fun Hikes in Rochester MN

Rochester LocalMay 31, 2025August 22, 2025

by Rochester LocalMay 31, 2025August 22, 2025

Enjoy these 5 family fun hikes in the Rochester MN area!...

Pieces of Me: My Miscarriage Story

Sarah BOctober 14, 2021October 14, 2021

by Sarah BOctober 14, 2021October 14, 2021

"The thing about miscarriages is that they're not uncommon. They're not taboo. And most importantly, they're not your fault. Or my fault. Or anyone's fault. But that doesn't really mean...

Surviving the Trauma of Childhood Cancer: Our Family’s Story

ChristaSeptember 8, 2021September 12, 2021

by ChristaSeptember 8, 2021September 12, 2021

Our family now sees September in a whole new light: it’s time to pound the ground and advocate for Childhood Cancer Awareness. Here's a bit of our story....

What a Gift: Watching My Brother & His Wife Love My Kids

Marnie KopischkeFebruary 16, 2020

by Marnie KopischkeFebruary 16, 2020

My brother and his wife love my children with their hearts and souls, and it shows through how they live. I’m grateful and do not take them for granted....

Valentine’s Day Traditions For the Family

ChristyFebruary 5, 2020January 27, 2022

by ChristyFebruary 5, 2020January 27, 2022

I am a big fan of Valentine’s Day for many reasons. I love any excuse to show my family that I love them. I enjoy being creative as a mom...

Celebrating the Holidays: How to Survive Changing Family Dynamics

Sarah MonsonDecember 1, 2019December 1, 2019

by Sarah MonsonDecember 1, 2019December 1, 2019

Where and when possible establish new traditions or modify previous traditions that no longer work because of changing family dynamics....

To Santa or Not To Santa?

Bethany SchimekNovember 17, 2019November 17, 2019

by Bethany SchimekNovember 17, 2019November 17, 2019

I was caught off guard when my son directed one of his many specific and well-thought-out questions towards the idea of Santa. I suddenly realized that this might be it....

Make a Family Playdate With the TerraLoco Summer Challenge

Rochester LocalJune 10, 2019June 27, 2019

by Rochester LocalJune 10, 2019June 27, 2019

Let this “Wild Summer Challenge” be the beginning of a lifetime of “Family Play Dates.” Play together, enjoy one another, and create memories....

My Life’s Purpose (It’s Beyond Motherhood)

JuanitaJuly 28, 2018July 2, 2020

by JuanitaJuly 28, 2018July 2, 2020

The truth is, purpose is not found in a career or even a title. While many of us do have fulfilling, even honorable careers, purpose is found beyond that....