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  • Crazy Horse

    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… [Continue Reading]

    Crazy Horse
  • 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
  • Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App

    Peyton and I are in the Chicago area at least every other month. But I don’t want to invest in an I-Pass because I don’t need it in Minnesota. And Illinois is really the only place that we travel that has toll roads. But stopping at all those toll roads adds on travel time. That’s… [Continue Reading]

    Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App
  • Explore the Wild Wonders of the Minnesota Zoo

    Nestled in Apple Valley, Minnesota, the Minnesota Zoo offers families an immersive journey through diverse habitats from around the globe. With themed trails, interactive exhibits, and a vast array of animals, it’s a destination that promises adventure and education for visitors of all ages. 🌿 Tropics Trail: A Rainforest Adventure Step into the lush world… [Continue Reading]

    Explore the Wild Wonders of the Minnesota Zoo
  • ValleyFair is BACK!!!

    ValleyFair is back! It’s been a long time since we’ve been able to walk through the turnstiles and enjoy a day at ValleyFair. I was extremely excited when I heard they were opening at the end of May. Last year we definitely felt a void in our summer without our beloved ValleyFair. So we could… [Continue Reading]

    ValleyFair is BACK!!!
  • Family Camping Fun at Glendalough State Park, Minnesota

    If you’re looking for a peaceful, nature-filled getaway with the kids, Glendalough State Park in west-central Minnesota is a perfect choice. Located near Battle Lake, this hidden gem offers a mix of outdoor adventures and family-friendly amenities that make camping with children both fun and easy. 🏕️ Family-Friendly Camping Options Glendalough offers several unique camping… [Continue Reading]

    Family Camping Fun at Glendalough State Park, Minnesota
  • 4 Things to do Near Charleroi, PA with Kids

    Traveling with kids has it’s up and downs. But one way to make sure there are more ups than down is to plan out events, attractions and stops that are fun for them. And that’s just what I am going to do today. I’m going to share with you 4 things to do near Charleroi,… [Continue Reading]

    4 Things to do Near Charleroi, PA with Kids
  • 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… [Continue Reading]

    Dinosaur Park
  • 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
  • Escape to the Windy City for the Weekend

    The Chicago area is one of our favorite destinations. It’s only 5 hours from home and full of museums, zoos, attractions and more. It’s the perfect change of scenery for the weekend. On our most recent trip, we stayed in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. It’s just a short drive outside of Chicago, however, it’s centrally… [Continue Reading]

    Escape to the Windy City for the Weekend

Getting a Little Crabby with Flexo

Flexo Ocean Life Crab

What child does not like building things? Like tall towers or castles? Flexo takes building and creativity to a whole new level.  With Flexo you can make fun and creative sea creatures that actually float in water! This is taking bath time to a whole new level. We were sent the Crab Flexo set and I wanted to see just how easy it is to put together. Now, there are directions in the package but I highly suggest watching the instructional video as well. I didn't understand it very well until ...

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5 Tips For Road Tripping to Grandma’s House

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The holidays are right around the corner which means many of us will be traveling to our loved one's homes at some point in the next month or so. It also means that it's winter, the weather is unpredictable and roads are not always in the best conditions. So I'm going to share with you a few of my tips and tricks for taking a winter road trip. Fresh Wiper Blades I frequently drive to Chicago throughout the year. It's about a 5-hour drive, in perfect weather. The last few times I've been ...

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Buzz into the Holidays with Beessential

Beessential Lip Balm

Winter arrived with a vengeance this year here in the midwest. The temps have been freezing cold and well below normal paired with gusty winds makes for a miserable time outside. Top that with an early arrival of the flu virus and harsh viruses spreading through the schools means we need to take care of ourselves and be kind to our bodies. Beessential is one way I can take care of my family and myself with a company that uses natural, pure ingredients that are good for us and our ...

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Pudus for the Cat Lover in You

PUDUS I Love My Cat Classic Socks

Sometimes finding the perfect gift for someone can be a challenge. But if you are looking for the perfect gift for a cat lover and they have cold feet I have the perfect gift idea for you! Or even if they are not a cat lover and live in a northern state I have the perfect gift idea for you too! Pudus. What's Pudus? I'm pretty sure you just asked yourself that question. Pudus are these comfy socks that are super warm and come in cute designs. We were sent 2 different cat designs and they ...

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Discover the Lexus RX 350L

Lexus RX 350L

While I was in Palm Springs this month I spent a fair amount of time in the Lexus RX 350L. Do you know why I wanted to drive the Lexus RX 350L? First, it's a luxury SUV all about family with its third row. And second, it's Delilah's car on  A Million Little Things!  She's my favorite character on the show. Even the producer of A Million Little Things knew that the Lexus RX was the perfect family SUV. My first time in the RX was about a 3 hours drive from LAX to the Miramonte Indian Wells ...

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Unique Teacher Gifts from DIGIBUDDHA

Digibuddha Personalized Stationery

It's been a little over a year since I discovered DIGIBUDDHA. Last year we gave Peyton's teacher a personalized set of Apple for Teacher stationery. It was a complete hit! This year we are changing it up a bit and doing a set of stationery with a matching desk calendar. It was extremely difficult to choose a design. DIGIBUDDHA has so many fun, colorful and expressive designs to choose from that it's hard to settle on just one. But when I saw the Pink and Green floral design I just knew that was ...

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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, middle-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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