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  • Valleyfair 2026 Guide: Rides, Height Requirements, Parking, Food & Family Tips

    Valleyfair 2026 Guide: Everything Families Need to Know Before You Go If you’re looking for an unforgettable family day trip from the Twin Cities, Valleyfair in Shakopee should be at the top of your list. As Minnesota’s largest amusement park, Valleyfair has been creating summer memories for generations with thrilling roller coasters, family rides, kid-friendly… [Continue Reading]

    Valleyfair 2026 Guide: Rides, Height Requirements, Parking, Food & Family Tips
  • Navigating Cedar Point Amusement Park with a Special Needs Child

    Recently, Peyton and I attended a conference in Sandusky, Ohio. While we were there I decided to make some time to take her to Cedar Point Amusement Park. Peyton loves roller coasters and all things Snoopy so I thought it would be a great way to spend a little family fun time together on a… [Continue Reading]

    Navigating Cedar Point Amusement Park with a Special Needs Child
  • Twin Cities Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Children’s Theatre Company Season

    Twin Cities Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Children’s Theatre Company Season If you’re looking for one family activity that’s worth putting on your calendar this year, make it a visit to the Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) in Minneapolis. Consistently recognized as one of the nation’s premier theaters for young audiences, Children’s Theatre Company creates productions… [Continue Reading]

    Twin Cities Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Children’s Theatre Company Season
  • Best Places to Travel to in Malaysia

    Unfortunately, due to the current global situation with Covid, traveling is not on many people’s agenda, but once it is over it will be a great time to get away and travel sot that you can get away from what has happened and do something that is a breath of fresh air. When traveling, a… [Continue Reading]

    Best Places to Travel to in Malaysia
  • Dive into Adventure: Exploring the Aquarium at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo

    If you’re planning a family trip to Omaha, Nebraska, make sure to include the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium at the Henry Doorly Zoo on your itinerary. This incredible aquarium offers an underwater adventure that’s both educational and entertaining for visitors of all ages. 🦈 Walk Through the Shark Tunnel One of the most thrilling… [Continue Reading]

    Dive into Adventure: Exploring the Aquarium at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo
  • Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Park: The Perfect Family Day Trip from the Twin Cities

    Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Educational Park: A Perfect Family Day Trip from the Twin Cities If you’re looking for a fun, affordable summer adventure that’s close enough for a day trip from the Twin Cities, Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Educational Park should be at the top of your list. Located in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, this family-friendly destination offers… [Continue Reading]

    Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Park: The Perfect Family Day Trip from the Twin Cities
  • Minnesota Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch 2026: 6,200+ Pumpkins

    The Minnesota Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch: 6,200+ Handmade Pumpkins You Have to See This Fall Imagine walking into a pumpkin patch filled with thousands of pumpkins. Except none of them grew on a vine. They’re made of glass. And you can take one home. This September, the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is bringing back… [Continue Reading]

    Minnesota Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch 2026: 6,200+ Pumpkins
  • Mammoth Site

    Peyton has a fascination with dinosaurs. There was one point when she would only watch The Land Before Time and Ice Age movies. She’s better now and watches other shows but when I saw an opportunity to take her to a site where they are excavating Mammoth bones I knew I had to take her.… [Continue Reading]

    Mammoth Site
  • Explore Bourbon Country

    Yes, you read that right, let’s explore bourbon country! It’s similar to how people explore wine country. They head to a vineyard, sip some wine, enjoy small bites and make a vacation out of it. So why not do that with Bourbon? Kentucky is home to some of the most spectacular Bourbon distillers, you can… [Continue Reading]

    Explore Bourbon Country
  • 10 Amazing Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Near Minneapolis & St. Paul

    Amazing Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Near Minneapolis & St. Paul Nothing says fall in Minnesota quite like spending a day wandering through a giant corn maze, riding a hay wagon, picking the perfect pumpkin, and sipping fresh apple cider. As summer winds down and cooler temperatures arrive, farms across the Twin Cities transform into… [Continue Reading]

    10 Amazing Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Near Minneapolis & St. Paul

10 Best Things to Do in Minnesota in the Fall

10 Things to Do in Minnesota This Fall There is nothing quite like fall in Minnesota. The air gets crisp, the mosquitoes finally start admitting defeat, apple orchards open for the season and suddenly every weekend feels like an excuse to get outside before winter arrives. And then there are the leaves. For a few short weeks, Minnesota puts on an incredible show with brilliant shades of red, orange and gold stretching from the North Shore all the way down to the southern part of the ...

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How to Make Your House Smell Like Fall: 15 Easy Ideas

How to Make Your House Smell Like Fall: 15 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Smell Amazing There is something about walking into a house that smells like fall. Apple. Cinnamon. Vanilla. Pumpkin. Warm spices. Suddenly you want to put on the coziest sweatshirt you own, make a cup of coffee and curl up under a blanket for the rest of the afternoon. The good news is that you don't need to bake a pumpkin pie every day to get that cozy fall feeling. There are plenty of easy ways to make your ...

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Maple Pumpkin Donuts with Reese’s Pieces

Maple Pumpkin Donuts with Reese’s Pieces Soft, fluffy pumpkin donuts covered in a sweet maple glaze and topped with colorful Reese’s Pieces are the ultimate fall treat. These baked Maple Pumpkin Donuts are filled with warm pumpkin spices and are surprisingly easy to make at home—no frying required! Whether you're looking for a fun fall breakfast, an after-school treat, or something sweet to serve at a Halloween party, these homemade pumpkin donuts are sure to disappear quickly. Why You'll ...

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How to Make Cold Foam at Home in Just Minutes

How to Make Cold Foam at Home: It's Easier Than You Think! If you're spending $6 or $7 every time you want an iced coffee topped with cold foam, I have some very good news. Cold foam is ridiculously easy to make at home. You don't need a commercial espresso machine. You don't need professional barista skills. And you definitely don't need to make a coffee-shop run every time you're craving that thick, creamy layer of foam on top of your iced coffee. With a few inexpensive supplies and ...

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Copycat Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Latte Recipe

Copycat Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Latte Skip the coffee-shop run and make a cozy Copycat Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Latte right at home! Rich espresso, creamy steamed milk, and homemade cinnamon dolce syrup come together in an easy coffee drink that's sweet, warm, and packed with cinnamon flavor. Top it with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, and you have a coffee-shop-worthy latte in about 10 minutes. It's the perfect drink for a cool September morning, a lazy fall weekend, or ...

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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: 33 Ways to Winterize Your Home

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: How to Winterize Your Home Before Cold Weather Fall isn't just pumpkin spice, colorful leaves, and pulling your favorite sweaters out of storage. It's also the season when your house needs a little attention. Before freezing temperatures, snow, ice, and winter storms arrive, there are several things homeowners should inspect and maintain around the house. A few hours of preventative maintenance now could help you avoid frozen pipes, heating problems, ...

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About Peyton’s Momma

Shanna is a single mom living in the suburbs of the Twin Cities, raising her daughter.

Shanna blogs about family, food, travel, high-school-age children topics, and more. She shares tips and tricks she has discovered to help make her life run smoother.

She is also an avid cook and enjoys sharing recipes and entertaining. Shanna plans educational events and field trips for her daughter and shares her experiences so other families can plan their own adventures.

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