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  • 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
  • 10 Fun Things to Do at Mall of America with Teens and Families

    When most people think about Mall of America, they think about shopping. And while there are hundreds of stores to explore, Mall of America is so much more than a shopping destination. Located in Bloomington, Minnesota, it is packed with attractions, rides, games, entertainment, and experiences that can easily fill an entire weekend. If you… [Continue Reading]

    10 Fun Things to Do at Mall of America with Teens and Families
  • Wind Cave National Park

    While we were visiting South Dakota I wanted to spend some time in the National Parks. There are a few different parks you can visit while in the Rapid City area. Unfortunately, time flew by and we were only able to fit in one National Park. Wind Cave National Park is located just a short… [Continue Reading]

    Wind Cave National Park
  • 10 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities to Visit This Fall

    Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities to Visit This Fall Few things say “Minnesota fall” quite like a trip to an apple orchard. Crisp autumn air, colorful leaves, fresh-picked apples, warm cider, homemade donuts, corn mazes, hayrides, and pumpkin patches make apple orchards one of the most beloved family traditions of the season. Whether… [Continue Reading]

    10 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities to Visit This Fall
  • 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
  • Best Places to Travel to in Malaysia

    Unfortunately, due to the current global situation with Covid, traveling is not on many people’s agenda, but once it is over it will be a great time to get away and travel sot that you can get away from what has happened and do something that is a breath of fresh air. When traveling, a… [Continue Reading]

    Best Places to Travel to in Malaysia
  • Escape Rooms, Puzzle Games, and Mystery Adventures Teens Will Love Around the Twin Cities

    Escape Rooms, Puzzle Games, and Mystery Adventures Teens Will Love Around the Twin Cities Looking for something different to do with your teenager this weekend? If your teen loves solving mysteries, playing detective, competing with friends, or figuring out puzzles under pressure, the Twin Cities are packed with exciting adventures beyond the typical movie theater… [Continue Reading]

    Escape Rooms, Puzzle Games, and Mystery Adventures Teens Will Love Around the Twin Cities
  • 12 Fun Places to Eat at Mall of America with Kids & Teens

    A trip to Mall of America isn’t just about shopping. Between riding roller coasters, exploring stores, and walking miles through the mall, everyone is going to get hungry. Thankfully, Mall of America has far more than your typical food court. Whether your family wants an exciting themed restaurant, a fun dessert stop, or a quick… [Continue Reading]

    12 Fun Places to Eat at Mall of America with Kids & Teens
  • What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018

    Growing up, the annual trip to Valleyfair in Shakopee, Minnesota was a day we all looked forward to. Every year there is always something new at Valleyfair. We’d usually go once with family and once with school. I have many fond memories of those trips. Now, that I am a mom, I take Peyton to… [Continue Reading]

    What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018
  • A Day of Play with Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota

    When I first heard Great Wolf Lodge was coming to Minnesota I’ll admit, I was super excited! Great Wolf Lodge is known to have some of the best family fun activities. Did you see I mentioned activities? As in plural. Great Wolf Lodge is much much more than a water park. They have something for… [Continue Reading]

    A Day of Play with Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota

Top 3 Attractions in Waterford

Lincoln Park Zoo

Peyton and I do a fair amount of traveling throughout the year with a large part of it from June to October. Whenever I consider a new place to visit I start to look for family-friendly things to do. Something kid friendly but yet the adults will still enjoy. If you are heading to Waterford, Pennsylvania this summer I have a few must do/see attractions for you and your family to enjoy. Sunset Drive-In Theater If you have never been to a drive-in with your kids you need to pick a night and do ...

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4 Road Trip Essentials

Peyton and I enjoy taking weekend road trips throughout the year. We even take a few trips that are a week long too. But there is more to having an enjoyable road trip than picking a destination and heading out. Besides making sure your vehicle is in it's best shape and getting any routine vehicle maintenance done before you head out, you'll want to bring along a few comforts from home as well. Snacks Snacks are a must have for any road trip. If you're a mom with little ones you are probably ...

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Creamy Blueberry Shortcake Latte Popsicles

We love blueberries. And I love coffee. So today we are combining those 2 loves and creating Creamy Blueberry Shortcake Latte Popsicles! These will be great for the summer when you need a little caffeine but also want to get relief from the heat. This is a multi-step recipe and there are times you'll need to take breaks. You need to make your cold brew at least 12 hours before you need it. And you will need to freeze the pops for at least an hour before you move on to the last step. So plan on ...

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How to Protect Your Car from Summer Disasters

Now, I'm not talking about disasters like an accident with another vehicle. I'm talking about your children. While they are adorable, little rays of sunshine, they are also mess makers in action.  And where do they spend the most time? Well, I know my family spends a fair amount of time in the car which means my backseat has been taken over by children. Those kids are tough are cars. Like Tasmanian Devil hard. Remember seeing the Tasmanian Devil on Saturday morning cartoons growing up? That's ...

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Decadent Blueberry Shortcake Cold Brew Lattes

Even though the weather is warming up I still want lattes. Just now, I want them cold! Plus all the wonderful berries are coming in season too. So today, we are going to make Blueberry Shortcake Cold Brew Lattes! I will admit there is a little prep work needed for this recipe. But once your prep work is done, you can be sipping on Blueberry Shortcake Cold Bew Lattes all week long in a matter of seconds. This does require you to cold brew your coffee ahead of time. And it requires you to make ...

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4 Games to Play on Your Next Road Trip

I love loading up the car and going on road trips with Peyton. But what I don't love is that she will bury her face in her iPad or the portable DVD player without looking up or around her for hours on end.  So instead, I limit the time she can be on her electronic and we play fun family games while we are driving down the road.  Here are a few of the games we enjoy playing when in the car. I Spy This is a classic and one of Peyton's favorites to play. One of us will say "I spy, with my little ...

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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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