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  • 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
  • New Restaurant Alert – Little Italy Downtown Hudson Wisconsin

    I have a place you MUST visit if you are in the Hudson, Wisconsin area! Little Italy located in Downtown Hudson, Wisconsin is the Italian restaurant we all needed on this side of the river. If you have been a reader of Peyton’s Momma for any amount of time, you are well aware that we… [Continue Reading]

    New Restaurant Alert – Little Italy Downtown Hudson Wisconsin
  • 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
  • Experience the Charm of the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway

    Nestled in the picturesque village of Osceola, Wisconsin, the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway offers a delightful journey through time and nature. Operated by the Minnesota Transportation Museum, this heritage railroad invites passengers to embark on scenic excursions that showcase the beauty of the St. Croix River Valley. A Historic Departure Point Your adventure… [Continue Reading]

    Experience the Charm of the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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!!!
  • 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
  • Family Fun in Stillwater, Minnesota

    Stillwater, Minnesota, nestled along the scenic St. Croix River, offers a delightful blend of history, outdoor adventures, and sweet treats, making it an ideal destination for family getaways. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a longer vacation, Stillwater’s charming downtown and surrounding areas provide a variety of activities to entertain visitors of all ages.… [Continue Reading]

    Family Fun in Stillwater, Minnesota

Egg to Chicken

There is nothing cuter than a baby chick. We've helped my brother raise several baby chick over the past few years. They live out in the country and have over a dozen chickens for farm fresh eggs daily.  Egg to Chicken is geared towards children 4 to 8 years old. A perfect book for the preschool to second-grade crowd to help them understand a little more about chicks. Eggs to Chicken is filled with fun and intriguing facts about the life cycles, complete with photographs of every stage and ...

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That’s Not the Monster We Ordered

That's Not the Monster We Ordered

That's Not the Monster We Ordered is perfect for our young friends! Intended for children 3-6 years old this book is for our pre-schoolers and kindergarten crowd.  It took 3 authors to tame this story and bring it to life. With the collaboration of Richard Fairgray, Tara Black and Terry Jones they created That's Not the Monster We Ordered.  It's a fun and silly picture book sure to get your little ones interested in what is going on with the Turner family. The Turner family live in a ...

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The Dragon’s Hoard by Lari Don

The Dragon's Hoard by Lari DOn

If you have a little one that loves short stories, The Dragon's Hoard is for them. Filled with eleven amazing stories from the Viking Sagas this book is sure to be a cherished kids book. Filled with warriors and battles, heroes and heroines, Berserkers, monsters, zombie and magic little ones are sure to be enthralled and captivated. Stories include: * The Dragon's Hoard * The Swan Warrior * The Berserker's Baby * Tusker versus the Earl * The Bear in Chains * The Raven Banner * The ...

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Must Have Camping Essentials by GSI Outdoors

GSI Outdoors Camping Essentials

I have been taking Peyton camping ever since she was three years old. It's a family tradition of ours to go every summer at least once and usually to a new destination each time. I love taking a long weekend and just unplugging from everything and relax by the campfire. Though we may be camping, that doesn't mean we are only roasting hotdogs and eating junk food for the duration of the trip. I have taught Peyton that anything we cook at home in our kitchen can be cooked over a campfire or on a ...

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Easy Peasy Melted Snowman Cookies

easy peasy melted snowman cookies

I love baking for the holidays but sometimes there is just not enough time to get everything done. So today I am going to share my secret for making these super cute, super easy melted snowman cookies in under an hour! This is how you make easy peasy melted snowman cookies. You will need a few simple ingredients, all of which can be found at your local grocery store.  Sugar cookies, royal icing, colored icing, marshmallows and chocolate covered orange sunflower seeds (optional). Another ...

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Cooking, Baking and Making by Cynthia O’Connor O’Hara

Cooking Baking and Making

One of my goals in the new year is to get back to cooking and baking for Peyton more often. Somehow we have fallen into a rut where I buy tons of processed foods that just need to be tossed in the oven. Now, I'm not saying that's a horrible thing. I'm obviously not against it as I am doing it right now. But I much rather make her a meal from scratch or bake her a treat to enjoy during the week. With the help of Cooking, Baking and Making by Cynthia O'Connor O'Hara that is what I am going to be ...

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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.

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