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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
  • 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
  • A Little Throwback to Sea World

    One of my fondest memories growing up was the vacation my grandparents took me on to Sea World. I was about 6 years old and it was my first time to a park with sea animals. Oh boy was I excited! Back in 1983, Sea World was a lot different than it is now. I… [Continue Reading]

    A Little Throwback to Sea World
  • Dive into Adventure: Exploring the Aquarium at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo

    If you’re planning a family trip to Omaha, Nebraska, make sure to include the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium at the Henry Doorly Zoo on your itinerary. This incredible aquarium offers an underwater adventure that’s both educational and entertaining for visitors of all ages. 🦈 Walk Through the Shark Tunnel One of the most thrilling… [Continue Reading]

    Dive into Adventure: Exploring the Aquarium at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo
  • 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
  • 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… [Continue Reading]

    Christmas Village
  • 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
  • A One of a Kind Experience at BMW Performance Center

    Are you a fan of fast cars? Driving fast? Having adventures? Looking for your next thrilling experience? If you answered yes to any of those then you need to keep reading. I answered yes to all those, so I took a little trip over to the BMW Performance Center to indulge my senses and learn… [Continue Reading]

    A One of a Kind Experience at BMW Performance Center
  • 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
  • Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour

    Peyton discovered cave tours last year when I took her on one in southern Minnesota. From that moment on, she has been begging to go on more cave tours. South Dakota has several guided tours available to the public at various caves. Since we were already exploring Wind Cave National Park I decided to take… [Continue Reading]

    Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour

Bring Home Christopher Robin on Blu-Ray

Christopher Robin

Escape to 100 Acre Woods with Winnie Pooh and friends. I think that was every child's dream growing up. Everyone wanted to find Christopher Robin and become his friend in hopes of being invited to tag along on his walks in the woods and hang out with Winnie the Pooh.  That would have been a childhood dream come true! Fast forward a few decades and Christopher Robin has grown up and no longer spends time in the woods. He's kind of forgotten how to have fun and about his childhood pals. ...

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The Healthy Teen Cookbook by Remmi Smith

Healthy Teen Cookbook

Peyton is at the age that she wants to learn to cook for herself so I am always on the lookout for recipes that are healthy and easy for a beginner. The Healthy Teen Cookbook fits both of those requirements. While Peyton is not a teen, these recipes are still are a great place to start. To be honest, some of the recipes are a little more complex than I was expecting in a teen cookbook. And some of the textures and flavors in the recipes are a little more complex than I think most kids are ...

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Sneak Peak at Bare Minerals Holiday Gift Sets

bareMinerals Holiday Gift SEts 2018

I have been a fan of Bare Minerals for years. I've gone to special events at their Mall of America store, I've been a collector of their kits since college. And the reason I keep coming back is quality, amazing color choices and fun palettes. This year, Bare Minerals has really hit it out of the park with their holiday line up. I love how it's all solar system themed names and the blue packaging with little silver stars is just too cute. We were sent a few sets to try out and share out ...

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Bring Home All Things Fancy Nancy Today!

Fancy Nancy

Growing up I used to love reading stories with Fancy Nancy in them. And when Peyton was little I would read her stories with Fancy Nancy in them too. To be honest, Peyton reminded me a little Fancy Nancy. She always had to be fancy. Fancy shoes, fancy dresses and any piece of jewelry she could get her hands on. And as Peyton got older she became even fancier. Now, there is an animated series, Fancy Nancy, for kids to enjoy. So in addition to the books, your child can get their Fancy Nancy ...

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The Enchanted Sonata by Heather Dixon Wallwork

The Enchanted Sonata

If you are a fan of the Nutcracker Ballet then you are going to want to keep on reading. Or even if you enjoyed The Nutcracker and the Four Realms I know you'll want to keep reading. The Enchanted Sonata is loosely based off of the classic The Nutcracker ballet. Similar to how The Nutcracker and the Four Realms was loosely based off the ballet but yet had its own unique storyline. Here's the what the book says The Enchanted Sonata is about - Clara Stahlbaum has her future perfectly ...

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Easily Organize Your Pet Photos with Pet Photo Saver

Pet Photo Saver

Peyton and I love taking pictures of our pets. I think Peyton takes photos of at least one of the dogs or cats every single day. I mean, we have 2 dogs and 5 cats in this house so there is always someone doing something cute that needs to be captured with my phone. But I also have tons of other pictures on my phone as well. Pictures of things I need to buy, the places we've visited and family pictures of Peyton. Currently, I have over 3,000 photos on my phone. So how can I sort through there and ...

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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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