As the weather turns in AZ, 'tis the time to make our way back outside, bidding farewell to 100+ degree temps. While the rest of the country often braces for a chilly fall or snowy winter, here in Arizona, we anticipate the best weather of the year.

For my 10 th birthday, my parents brought me to Las Vegas to see Cirque du Soleil’s “Michael Jackson ONE” and “Beatles LOVE.” They were so cool, creative, and colorful! Another Cirque, “Corteo,” is coming to Phoenix, and because I love the shows, I was able to interview one of the amazing acrobats: Fabio Luis Santos.

Known for its rugged coastline, redwood trees, vast vineyards, and some of the most scenic landscapes in the world, Northern California is a multi-faceted gem. It’s also a hot spot for snapping Insta-worthy pics.

Dubbed one of the most beautiful places on earth, Banff is the heart and soul of the Canadian Rockies. Banff is Canada’s first National Park; a nirvana of awe-inspiring mountain peaks, crystalline lakes, and a vibrant wildlife.

May is all about the mamas. Even though we're all about spoiling mom year-round, it’s the month when we nationally recognize the matriarchs. Here are 11 fab finds mom will love this Mother’s Day (or any day for that matter).

Four restaurants, all diverse and delicious. Scottsdale, Arizona is stocked with eateries, so where to dine if you're looking for something specific?. Here are four hot spots perfect for a girl's night out, double dating, intimate romancers, and fab Valley views.

Kid Reporter Nicholas Bubeck snagged an interview with Broadway superstar, Ellie Pulsifer, the talented 12-year old playing Annie in her first Broadway tour. Eight times a week, 12-year-old Ellie Pulsifer plays the role of “Annie” in the national Broadway tour. I got to interview the 7th grader about being a star.

This is what dreams are made of. A sports-obsessed kid getting to watch the Phoenix Suns practice, fist-bump A-list athletes, interview a few, and even take a few shots of his own.

If you’re stumped on what to get your BF or hubby for V-Day, here’s a hint- how about some unique stuff they didn’t know they needed?. Here are 5 fun finds for gifting the man in your life- whether it be your boyfriend, hubby, son or dad. And as a bonus, you'll enjoy these gifts as well (wink-wink).

Nicholas Bubeck interviews his favorite author, Jeff Kinney- the mastermind behind "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" books and movies. ...and here is the written article by the 9-year old reporter:

When it comes to love, two people make the perfect match; one who keeps the other safe... and one who keeps the other wild. Arizona, rich in wild west history, is home to Rancho de los Caballeros, a luxe ranch resort in the heart of Wickenburg. It’s an escape for couples looking to reconnect with their wild sides while connecting with nature.

*Some of these items contain affiliate links. 'Tis the season to shop. Here are my favorite holiday finds for fun, unique, practical, and splurge-worthy gifting. There's something for everyone on your list.

I’m a self-admitted Amazon addict. If Amazon shopping was a sport, I’d be pro. Here are some of my favorite décor finds via Amazon, all reasonably priced, festive, and good quality. (As per the Amazon influencer program, commission is earned.)

'Tis the season to experience the magic and magic awaits in the heart of Flagstaff, Arizona. That's where you can embark on a memorable journey to the North Pole where you'll mingle with elves, make toys, dance with Mrs. Claus, and spend QT with St. Nick.

The other night I went to my first neighborhood book club. I know, I’m so behind on this type of “clubbing,” so I was excited for the invite and execution to get things going. Our neighborhood women decided our first monthly meeting would be to select our first book, which, for the record was “The Arrangement,” a dark, twisted, gritty tale scoring high on Google reviews. With that being said, many of us haven’t had time to read since before kids, so we agreed each monthly meeting would be coupled with an activity/theme. Therefore, thought I’d share these “anti-book club” ideas for getting together with your mom tribe.

It was Game 7 of the World Series when the Arizona D-Backs clutched the title. Among those World Series players was Hall of Famer Randy Johnson. My 7-year-old sports-obsessed son got the chance of a lifetime to interview the left-handed pitcher. They chatted about everything... tips for aspiring athletes, winning the World Series, being inducted into the Hall of Fame, and what Randy's up to now... travel and photography.

I'm all about raising reporters and instilling in my kids to learn life skills like speaking to adults and interviewing. Therefore, I am slowly passing my "reporter torch" to my boys, and they had the awesome opportunity to interview one of the famed Gronk brothers, Chris Gronkowski.

As such is the Hawaiian proverb: “Live your life while the sun is still shining.”Well, it shines in Waikiki, and escaping to the magical Hawaiian destination will leave a footprint on your soul.

We don’t remember days... we remember moments. And for 3 days, the boys and I reveled in experiencing one of the loveliest Colorado gems: Vail. Known for being a wonderland in the winter, Vail is also stunning in the summer, spring and fall. Here’s where to stay and play when visiting Vail, located in the central Rocky Mountains, under 100 miles west of Denver.

We’ve done it again... getting our kids ready for school. New crayons, notebooks, backpacks, pens, pencils (the very specific kind), new clothes and the list goes on. Now it’s time for us, mamas... time to indulge in some fall finds that’ll give us a happy start to back to school season.