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  • Finding Comfort at the Country Inn & Suites Bowling Green Kentucky

    We arrived! It’s our third day in Kentucky and for the next two nights, we are staying at the Country Inn & Suites in Bowling Green.  The Country Inn & Suites is a great option for families, with pools, complimentary breakfasts and spacious rooms paired with friendly staff you’ll never want to leave. Peyton and… [Continue Reading]

    Finding Comfort at the Country Inn & Suites Bowling Green Kentucky
  • What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018

    Growing up, the annual trip to Valleyfair in Shakopee, Minnesota was a day we all looked forward to. Every year there is always something new at Valleyfair. We’d usually go once with family and once with school. I have many fond memories of those trips. Now, that I am a mom, I take Peyton to… [Continue Reading]

    What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018
  • 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
  • 25 Must-Try Foods at the Minnesota State Fair (2026 Family Food Guide)

    25 Must-Try Foods at the Minnesota State Fair (2026 Guide) For many Minnesotans, the Minnesota State Fair isn’t just about rides, concerts, or exhibits—it’s about the food! Every year, millions of visitors arrive hungry and leave with happy memories (and maybe a few extra steps on their fitness tracker). From legendary fair classics to creative… [Continue Reading]

    25 Must-Try Foods at the Minnesota State Fair (2026 Family Food Guide)
  • Explore the Lincoln Park Zoo

    Another place I had never been on all my travel to Illinois was the Lincoln Park Zoo.  It’s a free zoo so I’m not sure why we’ve never visited but I decided we were going to check it out this time. Spending the day at the zoo is one of Peyton’s and my favorite things… [Continue Reading]

    Explore the Lincoln Park Zoo
  • 20 Amazing Family Day Trips from the Twin Cities You’ll Love

    20 Amazing Day Trips from the Twin Cities for Families One of the best things about living in Minnesota is that you don’t have to travel far to find an incredible family adventure. Within just a couple of hours of Minneapolis and St. Paul, you’ll find charming river towns, scenic hiking trails, historic communities, unique… [Continue Reading]

    20 Amazing Family Day Trips from the Twin Cities You’ll Love
  • 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
  • Minnesota to Kentucky in One Day

    Can it be done? Can one person drive straight through from Minnesota to Bowling Green, Kentucky in one day? It’s nearly a 12-hour drive without any hiccups.  That’s a long drive. But I did it! That’s exactly what I did when I took Peyton to Bowling Green, Kentucky over MEA break. We drove the whole… [Continue Reading]

    Minnesota to Kentucky in One Day
  • 5 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities for Fall Fun

    5 Apple Orchards Within About 30 Minutes of the Twin Cities Is it really fall in Minnesota until you’ve gone apple picking? There is something about spending a crisp September or October afternoon wandering through an apple orchard that just feels like fall. Throw in apple cider, warm donuts, hayrides, pumpkins and a corn maze,… [Continue Reading]

    5 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities for Fall Fun
  • 3 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Hamilton County

    Pumpkin Spice is back! It’s everywhere. Like, literally everywhere. The temperatures will be dropping soon and everyone will be bundling up in their favorite sweatshirts, watching football and drinking pumpkin spice lattes.  It’s also the perfect time of year to plan a visit to your favorite pumpkin patch, pick some pumpkins and take some family… [Continue Reading]

    3 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Hamilton County

Full Hunter’s Moon Hike at the Minnesota Arboretum 2026

Full Hunter’s Moon Hike at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum: Explore the Arb After Dark There’s something completely different about being outside on a crisp October night. The trees are nearly bare. The air has that unmistakable late-fall chill. Everything gets quiet once the sun goes down, and a familiar trail can suddenly feel completely different in the darkness. Now add a full moon overhead, candlelit paths and a bonfire waiting at the end. That’s exactly the kind of fall night ...

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Minnesota Arboretum Scarecrows, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun 2026

Scarecrows, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum: A Perfect Fall Day in 2026 Fall in Minnesota never seems to last quite long enough. One minute we're waiting for the first leaves to change, and the next we're watching them blow across the yard while wondering if it's too early to turn on the heat. That's why I love finding fall activities that give us an excuse to get outside and actually enjoy the season while it's here. One of the prettiest places to do that ...

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25 Things to Clean Before the Holidays: Holiday Cleaning Checklist

25 Things to Clean Before the Holidays The holidays have a way of sneaking up on you. One minute you're enjoying the first cool days of fall, and the next you're pulling decorations out of storage, planning Thanksgiving dinner, buying gifts, and realizing people are going to be coming over to your house. Suddenly, you're noticing everything. The fingerprints on the refrigerator. The dusty baseboards. The mystery crumbs hiding between the couch cushions. The guest bathroom you ...

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Week Before Moving Checklist: What to Do Before Moving Day

What to Do the Week Before You Move: Your Final Moving Checklist You made it. After weeks of decluttering, packing, organizing, scheduling, donating, labeling boxes, and wondering how your household managed to accumulate this much stuff, you're officially one week away from moving. This is when moving starts to feel very real. It's also when all of those tiny tasks you've been telling yourself you'll handle "closer to moving day" suddenly become things you need to handle now. The ...

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Copycat Dutch Bros Cocomo

Copycat Dutch Bros Cocomo Chocolate and coconut lovers, this one's for you! This Copycat Dutch Bros Cocomo combines bold espresso, creamy chocolate milk, and sweet coconut syrup for an easy homemade coconut mocha that tastes like a coffee-shop treat. Serve it steaming hot, pour it over ice, or blend it into a frozen coffee. Whichever way you make it, chocolate and coconut are the stars. And the best part? You can make it at home in about five minutes. Why You'll Love This ...

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When Caregiving Ends: Coping With Grief After Caregiving

When the Caregiving Ends: Grieving the Person and the Life You Had While Caring for Them For months or maybe years, your life has revolved around someone else's needs. You know their medications. Their doctors. Their appointment schedule. What they'll eat when nothing sounds good. Which pharmacy closes at 8. Where the insurance cards are. Which symptoms mean you should call the doctor and which ones mean you should head straight to the emergency room. Your phone is ...

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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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