By Taylor Schaa I moved from Laos to the United States in 2004. My husband had been here for a few years prior, and finally I was able to join him in Tennessee. It was very difficult to live and take care of my four small children because there was no help. I didn’t understand how to live in a new country, how things worked, and the pace of life. There were no classes or ways to learn English. I felt very alone. When we moved to Eau Claire in 2009, I felt relieved. My family finally found the help we needed. We had friends here who told …

I am so excited to share this holiday issue, Being in the Present Moment. With so much activity through Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year, we’re changing up our schedule. Look for our regular scheduling and next edition this February. This change will better accommodate our contributors and advertisers, as well as facilitate our own living in the present moment efforts. DOWNLOAD THIS ISSUE BELOW TO READ MORE! Having problems with the flip book above not loading correctly? (please note: due to the large file size of high resolution PDF’s loading time could be slow and delayed) In this Issue: [ …

And we’re off! Good bye summer, hellow fall.  Naturally, summer ziiped by and the Theisen household is geared up and in full fall swing.  Cross country practice, hunter safety classes, and of course football, football, and more football keep us on the go.  Saying goodbye to summer is a bitter-sweet farewell.  Happily, autumn has plenty of perks to ease the transition. DOWNLOAD THIS ISSUE BELOW TO READ MORE! Having problems with the flip book above not loading correctly? (please note: due to the large file size of high resolution PDF’s loading time could be slow and delayed) In this Issue: [ …

Summer is in full swing at the Theisen house. The reprieve from the hustle and bustle allows me the treat of a little me-time in the morning. I cherish the mornings of rising before the troops and getting in an early run. Returning home while they’re still tucked in bed. DOWNLOAD THIS ISSUE BELOW TO READ MORE! Having problems with the flip book above not loading correctly? (please note: due to the large file size of high resolution PDF’s loading time could be slow and delayed) In this Issue: [ features ] (14) Tempering Faith (16) The Courage is Contagious Project (18) Staying Connected Through …

Winning is great, sure, but if you are really going to do something in life, the secret is learning how to lose. Nobody goes undefeated all the time. If you can pick up after a crushing defeat, and go on to win again, you are going to be a champion someday. -Wilma Rudolph. DOWNLOAD THIS ISSUE BELOW TO READ MORE! Having problems with the flip book above not loading correctly? (please note: due to the large file size of high resolution PDF’s loading time could be slow and delayed) In this Issue: [ features ] (14) Inspiring Faith (16) Seasons of …

It comes as no suprise, it has been another couple hetic months.  So I remind myself and my readers of purpose of 5ive. DOWNLOAD THIS ISSUE BELOW TO READ MORE! Having problems with the flip book above not loading correctly? (please note: due to the large file size of high resolution PDF’s loading time could be slow and delayed) At 5ive, we are advocates of healthy priorities and fitness for life, while striving to motivate, energize, and inspire camaraderie of the Chippewa Valley sisterhood. With an emphasis on equilibrium and personal growth, 5ive for Women encourages the on-the-go gal to pause for self-nurturing through …