Nicole Schuchart
I am currently a full-time mom of two, part-time yoga instructor, and part-time writer. I’ve been married to my high school sweetheart since 1997.
In 1996, I received my first BA in Interior Design from the University of Northern Iowa. After working in that field for a couple years, I decided that I wanted to teach English instead. I completed my English Education degree at Iowa State University in 2001, and taught middle school language arts for two years before my first child was born. I loved teaching, but I love staying home even more.
Writing has always been a passion of mine. I have four drafts of a semi-autobiographical novel finished, but I’m still not sure if I ever want to publish it. I spent nearly two years as a contributor to The Des Moines Register; one year of that time was spent blogging on the Register’s website. I’m also a YogaFit certified yoga instructor.
My other interests include reading, walking, traveling, art, church, and my family.
Latest Articles
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Top Five Beach Books
Looking for some fun summer reading apart from the current bestseller list? Here are five to enjoy while basking in the sun.
May 7, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Review of Third Day in Concert
Mac Powell's Christian rock band may be pushing thirteen years on the road, but they can still draw a crowd with their unique sound and meaningful lyrics.
Apr 16, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Trying to Conceive
"Relax! Just relax." It is amazing how many times a couple trying to conceive will hear this advice. Impossible as it sounds, relaxing can lead to higher fertility.
Apr 6, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Review of 2004's Closer
Though the acting is impeccable, this movie is a downer. Julia Roberts, Clive Owen, Natalie Portman, and Jude Law play characters unable to love or be loved.
Mar 29, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Iowa Girls' High School Basketball Tournament
Despite the fact that the groundhog saw his shadow on Feb. 2nd, Iowans enjoyed temperatures in the 50s and 60s in mid-February. Will it last through state basketball?
Feb 23, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Plan a Spring-Themed Party
A fun way to beat the blahs that tend to appear in February and March is to host a party with a spring theme.
Feb 14, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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National Tour of Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening is a musical with storylines profound enough to make Shakespeare wish he had written them. The lyrics and actors bring these stories to life.
Jan 25, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Review of 2004's Bride and Prejudice
What could make Austen's classic story of opposites attracting even more appealing? How about a musical based modern India? Oh ye of little faith, it works.
Jan 12, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Top 10 Young Adult Books of all Time
It can be difficult to encourage adolescents to read. Some claim they are bored by books. Some say reading is too hard. Most teenagers just need to be able to relate to t
Jan 4, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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Whispers of the Bayou by Mindy Starns Clark
Popular for her Smart Chick Mysteries and Million Dollar Mysteries, Mindy Starns Clark has written a gripping book perfect for a cold weekend in front of the fireplace.
Jan 1, 2009
- Nicole Schuchart
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