Hi everyone, it's been a minute since our last update. It’s been a long road to get to the point where we are now and we have a very long journey …
Chrystal has a Preliminary Primary Diagnosis
We had Chrystal’s appointments with the Neuromuscular Specialist and Cardiologist this week. It’s been a difficult week emotionally for all of us. I …
Answering Some Questions for You
Hey everyone, Brian here... thank you, everyone, for following Our Family Crushes. Today I'm going to answer a few questions for you... I might …
Snowboarding Saved Me from Cancer!!!
Snowboarding saved me from cancer... not as in it cured me or anything like that... but a crash while snowboarding saved me nonetheless. I've been …
How a Dad Communicates with His Daughters Affects Them Forever
I think how a dad communicates with his daughters is so super important to get right because it literally affects his little girls for the rest of …
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My Saturdays are Different Than They Used to Be
Another Saturday morning Doctor's Appointment. I've learned a lot In my life I've had a substantial number of ER and doctor visits due to …
10 Rules for My Girls – A Dad’s Point of View
There's nothing better in the world than being "Daddy" to my 2 little girls. It's hands down the best thing I've ever done with my life. I've said …
Some Updates are Harder Than Others!
So I was planning on writing this update this past Friday and I decided to do a little more research before posting. And I needed some time for it to …
Snowboarding – Broken Bones, Bruised Ribs and a Rail Jam
Snowboarding this last week has been one for the books. Broken bones, Bruised Ribs, and a USASA Rail Jam... snowboarding is such an amazingly awesome …
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Having a Sick Wife Changes You
Having a sick wife changes you. Is it for the better or worse? I don't know. All I know is I'm not the same person I was before Chrystal got sick. I …
Snowboarding – Safety, Fun, Learning & Communication
Snowboarding is such an amazingly fun sport and for as fun as it is, it's extremely dangerous. One thing that was drilled into me while I was training …
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Super Girl Snow Pro 2018 at Bear Mountain
In the 3 weeks after the USASA Boardercross Competition, Zoë, Kaylee and I had a whole lot of fun on the mountain preparing for Supergirl Snow …
No “Participation Trophies” in USASA and That’s A Okay!!!
We are super excited as the mountains here in Big Bear are getting ready to open for this season. Quick Background on our history of …
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“Is Mommy going to die?”
There's nothing better than being a daddy to my little girls. Being a daddy to my little girls is hands down the best thing I've ever done with my …
Sharing our Lives During a Health Crisis
Hey everyone, Brian... Chrystal's husband here. Chrystal was discharged from the hospital, I'll get to that soon enough. If you've been following …
The Insanity of Our Healthcare System
How's it going? Brian here. Today is Thursday; if you've been following our social media you know Chrystal was admitted to the hospital on Monday. …
Toyota RAV4 Adventure All Wheel Drive AWD Review
We reviewed the brand new 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure All Wheel Drive and what a rad little SUV it is. The RAV4 Adventure Looks The first thing that …
Our First Functional Medicine Doctor’s Appointment
I know many of you are curious about how our appointment went with our new Functional Medicine Doctor. If you need context as to what's going on, you …
Functional Medicine Doctor Appointment on Monday!
We see a Functional Medicine Doctor on Monday and we couldn't be more happy or grateful. Hi everyone, Brian here. I'm going to be a lot more active …
Rail Jamming and Homeschooling
The past week and a half has been super exciting and we've had lots of fun. Little Miss Kaylee turned 8 last Wednesday on February 14th; yes, she's …
The Past 30 Days of Snowboarding
The past month since our last snowboarding post has been a whirlwind of fun, excitement and snowboarding. Zoë and Kaylee have hung out with pros, had …
We are a Snowboarding Family
My name is Brian, I’m the husband of Chrystal (whose blog you’re reading)… you may know me from some of the posts I’ve done on here over the years. …
Kia Sedona: The Ultimate Family Roadtrip Vehicle
Are you looking for the ultimate family roadtrip vehicle? Then you need to drive a Kia Sedona. This minivan is spacious, comfortable and has all the …
Our Family Picnic at Point Lobos State Reserve
Are you planning a trip to Carmel by the Sea? Then you need to visit Point Lobos State Reserve and have a family picnic in nature! It's so …
Family Friendly Travel at the Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel by the Sea
Are you looking for a wonderful, family friendly hotel in Carmel by the Sea? Then look no further than the Hofsas House. Read about our vacation in …
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A Rich History: Hofsas House in Carmel by the Sea
Are you looking for a hotel in Carmel by the Sea that's rich in history? Hofsas House is the place you want to stay! Read about the history of Hofsas …
Best Western Plus Peppertree Inn: Family Friendly Santa Barbara Hotel
Are you looking for a family friendly Santa Barbara Hotel for your next family vacation? Read about our experiences at the Best Western Plus …
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How This Little Blog Allows Our Family to Travel
When Chrystal started this blog almost 7 1/2 years ago, we had no idea what was in store for us or the amazing adventures and opportunities that would …
Our Cross Country Roadtrip in the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Eco
Looking for an eco-friendly car that can comfortably take you on an 11-state tour through the US? Check out how the Hyundai Elantra Eco stacks …
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Family Trip to Vegas in the Hyundai Azera Limited
The Hyundai Azera Limited was the absolute perfect car for our Las Vegas Family Vacation. Sleek and stylish barely begins to describe the all new …
Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa: Fun for Mom & Dad
If you enjoyed reading about our room and activities for kids during our stay at Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa, then you'll love this one - fun for …
Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa: Fun with the Kids
This is part 2 in a 3-part series about our stay at Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa. We are so grateful they hosted part of our stay - we had a …
Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa: Checking In and Our Room
Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa is an absolutely wonderful destination for the entire family if you're planning a Las Vegas family vacation. This …
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Family Fun at Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix
The Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix Family Fun Center is a great place to take the kids during the day if both parents and kids like to have fun. When we …
GO Card Las Vegas: The Best Entertainment Value on the Strip
The Go Card Las Vegas is hands down one of the best deals - if not the best deal in Las Vegas - you will find. If you go to Las Vegas and don't use …
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Buddy V’s Ristorante: The Cake Boss Knows Family Dining in Las Vegas
When looking for a good restaurant that's family friendly in Las Vegas, it's hard to know what's what when it comes to non-chain restaurants. And if …
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How to Plan a Las Vegas Family Vacation with Kids
Are you planning a Las Vegas family vacation? There are so many things to do in Las Vegas with Kids. Read about Vegas hotels, restaurants and …
Staying on the Las Vegas Strip with Kids at Circus Circus
When staying on the Las Vegas Strip with kids there are many things to consider. When we decided to go ahead and take our trip to Las Vegas we decided …
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Hyundai Accent: Best Subcompact Car I’ve Driven So Far
The 2015 Hyundai Accent GLS is one of the best subcompact cars I’ve driven. Usually when I think of a “subcompact” car I’m picturing a super small, …
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The Hyundai Santa Fe is a Great Family Vehicle
So we got a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited to review. It's a pretty rad SUV. The power in the Santa Fe surprised me. It has a lot more get up and go …
On the Road in the Hyundai Elantra GT
I got to test drive a 2014 Hyundai Elantra GT and boy was it a fun car to drive. I like performance along with bells and whistles. The Elantra GT …
Happy Mother’s Day to My Beautiful Wife Chrystal Johnson
Good Morning Everyone and Happy Mother's Day to all of you wonderful mothers out there... to the not so wonderful mothers, well, you're probably not …
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