With an emphasis on equilibrium and personal growth, 5ive for Women encourages the on-the-go gal to pause for self-nurturing, through insightful articles and thought-provoking features – supporting the not-so-simple balance between faith, family, friends, fitness, and finance. 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. VIEW THIS ISSUE [ in this issue ] 8 Prenuptial Agreements 9 Estate Planning 10 Resilience Can Be Learned 12 Trim Your Wedding Costs 14 The Great Race – The Eau Claire Marathon Draws Runners from Coast to …

She stood in the storm and when the wind did not blow her away, she adjusted her sails. –Elizabeth Edwards My sweet, beautiful, brave friends, after much work and practice being vulnerable, I need to add resilience to the résumé. I am going to keep it 100 with all of you. Recently, as I was driving away after dropping Q off at school, I looked down and realized he had forgotten his lunch. My plan was to drop it off, but first I needed to grab a coffee and run home to change, since I was wearing silk pajama bottoms, …

If you must look back, do so forgivingly. If you must look forward, do so prayerfully. However, the wisest thing you can do is be present in the present… gratefully. –Maya Angelou I share this Maya Angelou quote with my beautiful readers because her words have spilled over me when I have needed them most. Maya was an American poet, civil rights activist, and actor who is recognized as one of the most influential figures in American literature. Maya also experienced abuse and trauma and was able to find and share her voice and wisdom. Years ago, I printed and …

By Tera Busker If you would have told me a year ago that I would be basking in the glory of icy water for my mental health, I would have told you that you had lost your marbles. But here we are chest-deep in a 36-degree river on a 17 degree, blustery January day in Wisconsin. You may be asking yourself, “Why are you doing this?” Did I lose a bet? Was I forced to do this? Have I lost my mind? Nope, nope and on the contrary. I am doing this to strengthen my mind. Let me explain… A …

I am excited for 2023, and it marks some significant events for our family. Our daughter is getting married in a couple of months. I am also marking the 20th year of starting a book club, and I’m inspired to write a cookbook this year, as 40 years ago I put my first recipe in a cookbook. I submitted French Onion Soup to the Paullina Centennial cookbook, and I am calling that officially published. For this issue, I had fun updating the original recipe with miso, Gruyère cheese and ramps — three ingredients that I hadn’t heard of back in …

With an emphasis on equilibrium and personal growth, 5ive for Women encourages the on-the-go gal to pause for self-nurturing, through insightful articles and thought-provoking features – supporting the not-so-simple balance between faith, family, friends, fitness, and finance. 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. VIEW THIS ISSUE [ in this issue ] 8 Through the Eyes of a Child (Again) 10 Easy-breezy Upgrades for Home and Garden 12 10 Ways to Celebrate Galentine’s Day – Sisters Before Misters 14 A Cold Dip …

As a little girl, I dreaded teachers, coaches, or camp counselors asking my peers and me to share “Fun Facts” as an icebreaker. My peers would share about vacations to Disney World, swimming with dolphins, or attending professional sporting events—all very “fun” facts. When it was my turn to share, I would freeze, then give my default answer: I have four brothers…no sisters. Numerous blank stares were often the response. Turns out the other third graders thought Disney world was more “fun.” Nevertheless, I continued sharing this fact—fun or not. Now, at 22 (somehow still finding myself in situations where …

I hope everyone is enjoying the Wisconsin warm weather months. For me, I love to be outdoors in nature, hiking and foraging. I have really enjoyed ramps and finding new ways to cook with them. I love making ramp compound butter. Ramp chowder is always a classic. I have included two recipes that utilize ramps. Please share your favorite foraging food on our Facebook page. ~Bon Apetit, Lanette BBQ Brisket Pizza INGREDIENTS 1 red onion, peeled and diced 1 pinch salt 3 jalapeños, seeded and diced 1 1/2 lb. to 2 pounds pizza dough 1/3 cup BBQ sauce 1-2 cups …

By Katie McKy When they’re strong, family ties bind us through the good times and bad, but they can be rigid and restrict our growth. An example is the mother who asserts that you’ll always be her baby, when you’re 30…and even 70. Worse, some parents treat you as if you’re still their baby, regardless of your achievements and stature. A sister can also lock you in the past, as she perpetually complains about what a brat you were when you were seven. Most friends, however, don’t remember when you were seven, and more importantly, they don’t treat you as …

With an emphasis on equilibrium and personal growth, 5ive for Women encourages the on-the-go gal to pause for self-nurturing, through insightful articles and thought-provoking features – supporting the not-so-simple balance between faith, family, friends, fitness, and finance. 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. VIEW THIS ISSUE [ in this issue ] 8 Chippewa Valley Fun 10 Child Custody and Placement 12 Include Metal Health in Your Summer Planning 14 Teens & the Cell Phone: The Social Connection & Rules Teens Can …