Vanessa Bush
Vanessa loves her people and loves Albuquerque and has lots to say about both. She’s married to her high school sweetheart, Nate, and they have three kids (Micah, Corban, & Evangeline). Originally from Florida, she’s lived in Albuquerque since 2009 when she and her family relocated to start a new church. Even though she misses wearing flip-flops year-round, New Mexico has truly enchanted her, and the desert feels like home. When she is not chauffeuring children about town, Vanessa works as the Director of Strategy and part-owner of Truly Social Digital Marketing Agency, enjoys volunteering at church, loves watching college football, and drinks a little too much coffee. She is passionate about connecting women with each other, loving her people, and finding the good in her place. Follow her on Instagram @vanessamaebush.
4 Fun Kids’ Snacks To Celebrate the Summer Games
Who else is tuned into NBC all day every day for the next two weeks? I love the summer games--the pageantry, the worldwide unity, the once-in-a-lifetime competition, the amazing feats of the human body....
Everyone’s Welcome at the ABQ Mom Table
We live in a society that celebrates difference. If we're truly honest with ourselves, we're all looking for that thing--and oftentimes a label--that makes us unique. The thing that makes us stand out from...
10 Things To Do with Kids in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Somewhere along the line, I've gotten it into my head that a trip can only be fun if we travel somewhere exotic and far away. But turns out, I don't have to go very...
Biden Signs First Proclamation Marking Black Maternal Health Week, April 11-17
Black Maternal Health Week takes place every year from April 11 –17. This year, however, the Biden/Harris administration signed their first ever proclamation marking this Black Maternal Health Week in addition to announcing initial...
Albuquerque Moms Up Close & Personal :: Elizabeth Kistin Keller
We're excited to announce a new series entitled Albuquerque Moms Up Close & Personal. In this series, we'll be spotlighting local moms. Today we'd like to introduce you to Elizabeth Kistin Keller, Ph.D. You...
The ABQ Mom Shop
We're excited to announce the opening of the ABQ Mom Shop. Stock up on your ABQ Mom merch to show off that New Mexico pride.
How the Enneagram Helped Me Find My Superpower
We have a short editorial series on the Enneagram. Check out the other posts in the series here and here. We'd love to know what number you are and how the Enneagram has benefitted...
Tips for Taking Kids Skiing at Sipapu Ski Area {Includes Printable Packing List}
Growing up in Florida, I never had the opportunity to learn to ski as a child. But now since we live in such close proximity to so much mountainous terrain in New Mexico, skiing...
Our Team’s Top Ten Winter Essentials
The ABQ Mom team is back at it...combining our collective mind to bring you our favorite winter essentials.
Whether you're someone who likes the cold weather or someone who is going to great lengths to...
Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up from the ABQ Mom Team
This past week the ABQ Mom team was able to provide prepared Thanksgiving meals to human trafficking survivors who are in safe housing with Spoken For, a part of the New Mexico Dream Center.
I...
Places to Order Thanksgiving Dinner for Pickup or Delivery in Albuquerque
So many of us will be having smaller Thanksgiving crowds this year. It's hard to cook a giant meal for a small group. So perhaps you should order Thanksgiving dinner rather than cook one...
ABQ Area Spooktacular Neighborhood Halloween Hunt
We have one more idea for a socially-distanced, Covid-safe Halloween. It's a Neighborhood Halloween Hunt that can take place the whole month of October!
Who remembers the Neighborhood Egg Hunt back in April? (I know,...
You’ve Watched “Just Mercy.” What’s Next?
In response to current events, Warner Bros. has been offering free streaming rentals for its film Just Mercy during the month of June. If you haven't watched it yet, it's free for a few...
Moms on the Frontline: Meet Lori, Interventional Radiology Nurse & Mom of 2
During this time of global pandemic, we all have our role to play. Some of us are homeschooling, working from home, providing food and groceries to the community, delivering mail and packages, first responders,...