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  • 25 Free Things to Do with Kids Around the Twin Cities (2026 Guide)

    25 Free Things to Do with Kids Around the Twin Cities Family adventures don’t have to come with a hefty price tag. The Twin Cities are packed with amazing parks, splash pads, museums, hiking trails, beaches, festivals, and family events that cost little—or nothing at all. Whether you’re trying to stretch your entertainment budget, entertain… [Continue Reading]

    25 Free Things to Do with Kids Around the Twin Cities (2026 Guide)
  • Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Planetarium, Wildlife & Family Fun

    A Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go If your family enjoys science, nature, wildlife, and hands-on learning, the Bell Museum in St. Paul deserves a spot on your Minnesota bucket list. Often called Minnesota’s official natural history museum, the Bell Museum combines fascinating exhibits, immersive wildlife displays,… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Planetarium, Wildlife & Family Fun
  • Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park

    Peyton loves to go to zoos and it is my goal to take her to as many as I can while she is little. When I heard about the Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park I wanted to check it out. At first, I thought it was a zoo full snakes but I was completely wrong.… [Continue Reading]

    Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park
  • The 5 Best Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Minnesota

    Minnesota is a dream destination for families looking to combine fun, learning, and outdoor adventure. From hands-on museums to waterfall hikes and scenic small towns, there’s something for every age and interest. Here are five of the best family-friendly places to visit in Minnesota — perfect for weekend getaways or memory-making summer vacations. Minneapolis–Saint Paul… [Continue Reading]

    The 5 Best Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Minnesota
  • 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
  • Everything Families Need to Know About the 2026–2027 Guthrie Theater Season

    Everything Families Need to Know About the 2026–2027 Guthrie Theater Season When most people think of the Guthrie Theater, they picture award-winning productions for adults. While that’s certainly true, many Guthrie performances are also excellent choices for teens and older families looking to experience professional theater together. Located along the Mississippi River in downtown Minneapolis,… [Continue Reading]

    Everything Families Need to Know About the 2026–2027 Guthrie Theater Season
  • 5 Apple Orchards to Visit This Fall

    It’s nearly fall y’all! Can you believe how quickly summer just flew by?? It feels like it was just yesterday that Peyton was getting out of the school and we were packing up the car to head to Wisconsin Dells. But yet, here we are, in school and starting to winterize the yard.  I cannot… [Continue Reading]

    5 Apple Orchards to Visit This Fall
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

5 Ideas for Game Night with the Kids

Game night with the kids is not only incredibly fun but it’s an important bonding time for the family. Many families choose to have family time out at restaurants or in the mall but this can become expensive. Game night at home can be just as fun but much cheaper. Here are 5 ideas for game night with the kids that will have you all laughing and enjoying some quality time together.  1) Pictionary This drawing and guessing game never fails to keep the family entertained! People’s ...

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Gift Ideas for Jeep Lovers

The holidays are nearly here! If you're anything like me you're starting to make your list and think of gift ideas for your loved ones. And with the shortened shopping time between Thanksgiving and Christmas, you are probably going to need to be organized in order to get it all accomplished. So today, I'm going to help you out with some gift ideas for the Jeep lover in your life.  Everyone knows a gift card to the dealership is a great gift for anyone with a vehicle. You can check and see if ...

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What’s New for the 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport

It's an exciting time of year when we start seeing the 2020s hitting the dealerships. Every year there are at least a few tweaks and some years there are some major changes. I love checking out what has changed and improved for the new year. You all know I love SUVs. I made the leap about 5 years ago from a mid-size sedan to an SUV and I don't think I will ever go back.  The Nissan Rogue Sport has always been an SUV I admire for its sporty looks, sleek lines and performance. And 2020 will be no ...

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5 Features I Love in the 2020 Acura RDX

On my recent visit to Atlanta, Georgia I had the pleasure of driving around the 2020 Acura RDX. I'm a huge fan of SUVs because I like having space. Even though we are a small family, just Peyton and I, we do have a very active lifestyle and frequently bring our 2 German Shepherds with us. Plus we live in the Midwest near the St. Croix River which means I'm driving some extremely hilly roads and not always in the best weather conditions. Having an SUV with AWD is a must for me. The 2020 Acura RDX ...

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An Afternoon at the Porsche Experience Center

Recently I had the pleasure of heading to Atlanta, Georgia and spending a few days with some fabulous ladies from A Girls Guide to Cars. It's a fun group of talented, charismatic, adventurous women who are car enthusiasts.  So when you have a bunch of adventurous car enthusiasts in together and you're in Atlanta the best place to visit is the Porsche Experience Center. The Porsche Experience Center a must-see place if you are in the Atlanta area. You'll want to set aside at least half a day ...

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Why VSCO Girls Love Jeep

I'm sure you've heard the popular term VSCO girls. It's everywhere. But did you know that this powerful group of girls, ranging from 8 years old to 25+ years old, have some very strong opinions, especially when it comes to a vehicle? Their vehicle of choice is a Jeep.  They love taking their Jeeps to the beach and just being free spirits. A Jeep fits into the vision they have of being open and free. You can take the doors and top of a Jeep giving it that open, free feeling as you cruise down the ...

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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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