Tired Out
Well, I hope you are having a safe and relaxing holiday season!
I just returned from a lovely ski vacation up in Canada where we managed to avoid major mishaps. We did, however, help someone else in trouble.
Taking the long way home after skiing we came across a young couple whose station wagon was stuck [...]
Do Not Call List
In the past week or so, chances are you or someone you know has probably gotten an e-mail similar to this one:
REMINDER …10 days from today, all cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sale calls!! YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLS To prevent [...]
WHN Podcast!
Introducing our first WhatHappensNow.com podcast!
Our first podcast is from an interview I did with the Minneapolis Police Department’s Public Information Officer, Officer Ron Reier:
4 Fast Tips on Deterring Car Theft.mp3 (click on the link to listen)
Check back each week for the latest podcast. Want to link directly to the podcast page? Click [...]
Gift Card Scam
I’m sure you’ve heard about this via your local and other online media outlets but I thought I’d post it here for good measure…
Here’s how the latest holiday theft scam works:
Thieves go to a store where gift cards are hanging on a rack or kiosk. They [...]
Snowed In
I’m so glad I don’t drive a snowplow…
I just spoke with the Director of Winter Operations for the City of Minneapolis and he offered up some advice for us pesky drivers out there who make it difficult for the snow plowers to do their jobs!
Snowplows are big. And slow. And take longer to stop.
They can’t [...]
Child Care Choices
Alright, I’ll admit it. I’ve gone a little overboard with the Travel topics. I’m just excited to blog about something I love!
So let’s switch gears and talk about something else I love…kids. The holidays are a busy time of year but even busier for parents with little ones! They’re spending most of their free time [...]
Moving Abroad
Travel is a completely different thing if you’re moving…either abroad or domestically.
I’ve done the move abroad twice and returned home twice. I’ve learned not to take toiletries (you can usually find what you need when you arrive). Instead I bring clothes and mementos - things that make your new home feel like home.
It’s hard to [...]
Snow Days
Severe snowstorms and cold weather are on the horizon, if they’re not affecting you already.
From the land of Frostbite Falls (Minnesota), I’ve compiled a few frozen tips to help you survive the winter ahead!
Always have a warm sleeping bag in the back of your car - you’ll need it in case you get stranded! Throw [...]