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  • 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
  • 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
  • Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites

    On our recent trip to the Chicago area, we chose to stay at the Country Inn in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. We frequently visit the Chicago area and have discovered staying in a suburb is a nice option for our family. It’s only a short drive to go into the city but the benefits of staying… [Continue Reading]

    Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites
  • Valleyfair 2026 Guide: Rides, Height Requirements, Parking, Food & Family Tips

    Valleyfair 2026 Guide: Everything Families Need to Know Before You Go If you’re looking for an unforgettable family day trip from the Twin Cities, Valleyfair in Shakopee should be at the top of your list. As Minnesota’s largest amusement park, Valleyfair has been creating summer memories for generations with thrilling roller coasters, family rides, kid-friendly… [Continue Reading]

    Valleyfair 2026 Guide: Rides, Height Requirements, Parking, Food & Family Tips
  • 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
  • 10 Things to Do in St. Croix Falls with Kids This Summer (Day Trip from the Twin Cities)

    10 Things to Do in St. Croix Falls with Kids This Summer If you’re looking for an easy family getaway that doesn’t require hours in the car, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin is one of the best summer day trip destinations from the Twin Cities. Located just over an hour away, this charming river town is… [Continue Reading]

    10 Things to Do in St. Croix Falls with Kids This Summer (Day Trip from the Twin Cities)
  • 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
  • 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!!!
  • A Night at Medieval Times

    I am always looking for new and unique experiences to take Peyton to. And when I saw Medieval Times, I knew I wanted to take her! How cool would it be to sit in a castle, watch knights jousting and have dinner? It sounded so cool. The only problem is, there is no castle in… [Continue Reading]

    A Night at Medieval Times

June Summer Reading for Second Graders

Second grade was when Peyton really took off as a reader. She went from ready chapter books with just a few words to full on stories that were nearly novels! Needless to say, her love and zest for reading started in second grade.  Here is a variety of books perfect for the second grader that loves to read. Freckle Juice by Judy Blume What’s a guy gotta do to get some freckles? This perennial bestselling favorite from Judy Blume has a fresh new look! More than anything in the world, Andrew ...

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It’s Peanuts Celebration Weekends at ValleyFair!

Did you know Charles Schultz, the creator of Charlie Brown and all his friends (Peanuts), was from Minnesota? Well, he is. We are home to many pieces of Charles Schultz inspired artwork and even those amazing Peanuts character statues throughout the state. Our ValleyFair has turned the child area of the park into a Peanuts-themed wonderland for littles.  Complete with rides, statues and photo ops throughout the park, any Peanuts fan would be in heaven. This year, ValleyFair is kicking off summer ...

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4 Fun Things To Do Before Baby Arrives

When you discover that you are pregnant, there are so many things that go around in your head. Thank goodness there are nine months to think about it and get them done. Thankfully, many of these things are pretty fun to do, including the ones discussed below. Image link Some names I say some names here because it's always a good idea to have more than one for each gender when you are expecting. The reason is that sometimes when your little one is born the name, you have picked just ...

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5 Best Amusement Parks in Texas

They say everything is bigger in Texas and that goes for their amusement parks too! Some of these parks are best enjoyed over a weekend some in an afternoon. Here are 5 of the best, unique amusement parks in Texas to visit. Galveston Island Pleasure Pier Dating back to the late 1940s, Galveston Island Pleasure Pier was developed as a place of entertainment for the military and their families. There is a large U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve, US Coast Guard MSST and Homeland Security in ...

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Celebrating Over 40 Years of Fun with Noah’s Ark Wisconsin Dells

“This is a sponsored blog; while the views expressed here were genuinely mine, consideration was paid to me by Noah’s Ark Waterpark.” Summer is nearly here. The kids are almost out of school. Now is the time to start planning those family vacations.  Start making those bucket lists. One place that is on our summer bucket list is Noah's Ark in Wisconsin Dells.  Did you know Noah's Ark is America's largest waterpark? It is! Spanning over 85 acres, Noah's Ark is full of something for everyone in ...

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June Summer Reading for First Graders

First grade is an exciting time for our children. They started learning to read in kindergarten and now, in first grade, they are starting to read books on their own. This list of books is perfect for the beginner to read to us! Or you can read to them. Or take turns reading to each other. Mac and Cheese by Sarah Weeks Mac loves to run and play, but Cheese likes lazy lounging. When Mac's hat blows away, will Cheese sit there like a lump or spring into action to save it? Mac and Cheese is a ...

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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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