MINOT | NORTH DAKOTA LIFESTYLE
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As a military spouse, I’ve spent my entire adult life being “not from around here.” By nature, I resist change at all costs–I long for roots, familiarity, and a lasting place to call home. My life has led me down a path that makes those ideals far-fetched.
Instead, I’ve become a specialist at integrating myself into a community. Minot, ND–a place I didn’t know existed before we were ordered to move there–has become my muse. Minot, AFB is often called one of the Air Force’s “worst” assignmets, but I find it utterly charming in the best, and quirkiest ways.
The following articles contain practical information on living in Minot, or have appeared in my popular opinion column, “She’s Not From Around Here,” which chronicles the nuances of small-town life, marveling at the goodness of humanity, and weaving the kind of stories worth telling.
Small Magic | She’s Not From Around Here
Small Magic can be found in things often overlooked. When describing why I find life in North Dakota so enjoyable, I usually site a combination of local culture, quirks, and my stubborn insistence on finding beauty in things often overlooked. Giving a singular and...
Trash Christmas | Minot Fall Clean Up Week
Minot ND Fall Trash Christmas is Here My favorite biannual holiday starts on Monday. That’s right, I’m talking about Trash Christmas. Formally, I suppose it's called Minot Fall Clean Up Week. I know a lot of new folks have moved into Minot since the last Trash...
Minot, ND Library Sale | She’s Not From Around Here
The Minot, ND Library Sale is an ideal place to observe North Dakotans being North Dakotan. A local friend once told me the library sale is an ideal place to observe North Dakotans being North Dakotan. It’s a place to see Dakotaness on display. Like a lot of things, I...
Rewriting the Narrative | Positive Thinking in Minot, ND
Many people move into Hot Dish Land dreading the cold winters. Focusing on the negative can blind us to the positives. With a little practice, anyone can become savvy at telling themselves a positive narrative. Positive Thinking in Minot, ND-- I’m not an expert at...
Minot Coffee Shops |Free Minot Coffee Directory
Welcome to the Minot Coffee Directory! Here you'll find all of Minot's coffee shops and their important details in one place. Big thank you to my friends at BeLOCAL and the local Minot coffee shops for helping get this out. BeLOCAL helps you live like a local here in...
FREE Where to Get Mulch in Minot | Minot Monday
Happy Minot Monday! I'm thrilled to be working in partnership with BeLocal Minot to help you live like a local and thrive in our town. Today I'm sharing insider tips on where to get mulch in Minot. Don't be fooled by the unseasonably warm weather. Cool temps are...
Reliable Ways To Embrace Life In Minot | Minot Monday
Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. Today I'm sharing reliable ways to embrace life in Minot. These are the things that took me from newcomer to, "Minot is my town." For more tips, lists and information on living like a local be...
Five Important Minot Basics to Help Newcomers | Minot Monday
Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. Today I'm sharing the five Minot basics for newcomers I share with all the newbies I meet. For more tips, lists and information on living like a local be sure to follow BeLOCAL. Five Minot Basics...
How to Find Happiness When You’re Stuck by Circumstances
When You're Stuck by Circumstances In January, Derek came home with the unexpected news that he’d been assigned to an upcoming deployment. For me, momentum had been building steadily with my writing goals and I’d finally said, “Yes,” to God’s prompting to start...
Ten Great Coffee and Breakfast Places in Minot | Minot Monday
Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. Today I'm exploring ten great coffee and breakfast places in Minot. For more tips, lists and information on living like a local be sure to follow BeLOCAL. Happy Minot Monday, everyone! If you...
Five Reasons to Love Life in Minot, ND | Minot Monday
Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. BeLOCAL is a guide to finding your groove and living like a local in our community. Check out the publication here, and be sure to follow them on Instagram. It's no secret that Minot has a...
10 Simple Tips For Living in Extreme Cold| Minot Monday
Happy Minot Monday! Minot's hallmark subzero temps are here at last. So today I'm offering 10 tips for living in extreme cold. Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. BeLOCAL is a guide to thriving in our town. Read the publication and...
