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.
Minot Monday | Pandemonium About Chain Restaurants in Minot
Happy Minot Monday, all! Today we're setting aside lists and laws to dive into a delicious world of anecdotal bliss. No recommendations (okay, well maybe one)--just a look inside a quirk of North Dakota living. Today a new chain restaurant is opening in town. Anywhere...
Minot Monday | Kroll’s Diner
Minot Monday and this post about Kroll's Diner in Minot is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. BeLOCAL is a guide to living like a local. See other eateries listed here. All thoughts and opinions seen here are my own. Happy Minot Monday! I thought...
Getting A North Dakota Speeding Ticket | Minot Monday
Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. A guide to living like a local. You should totally check them out for tips/tricks on loving life in Minot. All thoughts, opinions and anecdotes below are mine alone. Several years ago when we...
The Minot Landfill | Minot Monday
Today's Minot Monday, all about the Minot Landfill and Waste Management is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. BeLOCAL is a publication and guide to living like a local. All content and opinions in this post are my own. Today might not be the most...
Minot Monday | Square Dancing in Minot
Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. Their publication is a guide to living life life a local and getting the most out of our town. All opinions and passion for square dancing are my own. Ten years ago, if I had envisioned my future...
Minot Monday | 12 Ideas To Get You Out of the House This Winter
Minot Monday is made possible by a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. Today I'm sharing 12 ideas of things to do in Minot during winter, be sure to check BeLOCAL for more ideas. All opinions shared here are my own. Last week I looked ahead at the 10-day forecast just...
Minot Monday | Flying From Minot
Minot Monday is made possible by BeLOCAL Minot. Their publication helps you live like a local and love every minute of it. The smug face of a traveler who is fascinated by North Dakota airports. Happy Minot Monday! Lots of us have been traveling for the holidays. Now...
Minot Monday | Christmas in Minot
Minot Monday is brought to you by BeLocal Minot. All thoughts, opinions and awesome word-smithing are my own. Christmas in Minot is truly a special season. Today, for Minot Monday I'm doing something a little different. Instead of using lots of words and a list to...
Minot Monday | Craft Classes in Minot, ND
Happy Minot Monday! This is a very exciting post for me to write for a two major reasons. First of all, today I'm talking about places that offer craft classes in Minot--one of my favorite things. Annnnd...I've got something really cool to announce. Amy Allender is...
Minot Monday |Ultimate Essentials for a North Dakota Winter
Happy Minot Monday! This week we'll see high temperatures in the single digits and lows in the double negatives. Before the thermometer falls to highs in the double negatives I thought we should talk about practical items you can buy to make life more pleasant,...
Minot Monday | Christmas Trees in Minot, ND
Happy Minot Monday! Today I'm sharing my favorite places to get U-Cut and Fresh Christmas trees in Minot. Growing up, my family always cut a fresh Christmas tree. It was a whole thing. We'd pack up with cocoa and cookies and make the long drive to the tree lot. Then...
Minot Monday | Minot Curling Club
Happy Minot Monday! Today I'm sharing one of my favorite winter pastimes with you, curling! Every year around Thanksgiving, the Minot Curling Club kicks off their season. This week starts the annual Minot Curling Open House, where new curlers can come learn the sport...
