South Dakota is steeped in history, it's one of the main reasons I chose to take the kids here for MEA break. After visiting Mount Rushmore we headed over to Crazy Horse. It's only about a 15-20 minute drive. Crazy Horse is a privately funded memorial surviving on donations from the public. It's a shame there is no state or federal aid to this memorial. Because it's only funding source is donations it has taken decades to carve the face. Crazy Horse was one of our more pricey excursions. Not ...
Dinosaur Park
If you've followed us for a while, you probably know Peyton is obsessed with The Land Before Time. She owns every single movie and episode ever made. Even the one that came out earlier this year! When I found out there was a dinosaur park in Rapid City I knew it was going to be on our list of places to stop by. Unfortunately, majority of attractions close the first part of October in Rapid City, South Dakota. So, we didn't get to see what was inside the building at Dinosaur Park but we were ...
Christmas Village
It's always Christmas time at Christmas Village in Rapid City, South Dakota. Christmas is one of my favorite holidays. I love decorating our tree, the home and our walkway. It's something Peyton and I have been doing together since the day she was born. Granted, when she was a baby she sat and watched. But now, Peyton has just as much fun as I do unwrapping each one of our holiday decorations and placing them throughout our home. While we driving on our way to Mount Rushmore I saw Christmas ...
PAW PATROL: PUPS SAVE CHRISTMAS
Did you know there's a new Paw Patrol dvd coming out?? And it comes out today! Hurry over to your favorite retailer and pick up your copy of Paw Patrol: Pups Save Christmas. Here's a little more about what you'll be enjoying - PAW Patrol: Pups Save Christmas includes the following episodes: Pups Save Christmas - When Santa's sleigh crashes and the reindeer run off, Ryder and the PAW Patrol have to help Santa finish delivering presents and save Christmas. Pups Save the Penguins - ...
Caillou the Courageous
Another Caillou DVD was released earlier this month. Caillou the Courageous is a compilation of stories where Caillou demonstrates perseverance, determination, and courage. What a great way to communicate these skills to our little ones. There is a total of seven episodes for your little one to watch with a combined run time of approximately 60 minutes. The following episodes are included in Caillou the Courageous - “Caillou Climbs” Mommy takes Caillou and Clementine to an indoor rock ...
Looking for a Tasty Decaf Coffee?
With the holidays coming fast I'm starting to think about all the people we will be having over. There are going to be many dinners, events and gatherings at our home. And with that many people, it means my coffee maker is going to be working over time. I personally won't drink caffeine after dinner because it can keep me up. I need all the sleep I can get. So when my daughter goes to bed for the night, the dishes are done and I can finally get into bed I do not want to be kept awake because ...