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3 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Hamilton County

Pumpkin Spice is back! It’s everywhere. Like, literally everywhere. The temperatures will be dropping soon and everyone will be bundling up in their favorite sweatshirts, watching football and drinking pumpkin spice lattes. It’s also the perfect time of year to plan a visit to your favorite pumpkin patch, pick some pumpkins and take some family… [Continue Reading]

Crafting Enchanted Moments in Rome with Your Kids: A Family Adventure

Rome, a city steeped in history and culture, offers a treasure trove of experiences for families. Venturing into this ancient city with your children can transform a simple holiday into an enchanting journey through time and imagination. From the awe-inspiring ruins to the vibrant streets, every corner of Rome has a story to tell. This… [Continue Reading]

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]

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]

Mammoth Site

Peyton has a fascination with dinosaurs. There was one point when she would only watch The Land Before Time and Ice Age movies. She’s better now and watches other shows but when I saw an opportunity to take her to a site where they are excavating Mammoth bones I knew I had to take her.… [Continue Reading]

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]

4 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Delaware County

All things pumpkins is what the people want. So while you are driving through and picking up your pumpkin spiced lattes why not keep driving to a nearby pumpkin patch and spend some time with the family? There are several farms to head out to with the family. They have everything from pumpkin patches to… [Continue Reading]

Finding Comfort at the Country Inn & Suites Bowling Green Kentucky

We arrived! It’s our third day in Kentucky and for the next two nights, we are staying at the Country Inn & Suites in Bowling Green. The Country Inn & Suites is a great option for families, with pools, complimentary breakfasts and spacious rooms paired with friendly staff you’ll never want to leave. Peyton and… [Continue Reading]

Movie Countdown for Your Next Universal Vacation – Islands of Adventure

Have an upcoming vacation planned to Univeral Orlando? Looking for a fun way to count down the days and get excited about your visit? If you said yes, then I have the movie countdown list for you! Each movie is represented in Islands of Adventure or Universal Studios Orlando. Watch a new movie each night… [Continue Reading]

A Hawaiian Shaved Ice Holiday

If you have been following Peyton's Momma for a while, then you know we love shaved ice. Every festival, carnival, or amusement park we visit, if they have it, we have to try it. But now it's winter in Minnesota so there are no carnivals, festivals, or amusement parks open to visit. So what do we do? We break out the Hawaiian Shaved Ice Home Pro Shaver and make it at home! The Hawaiian Shaved Ice Home Pro Shaver is perfect for us. It may be winter and we may be spending time inside but now ...

Slow Cooker Meatball Sandwiches

It's the last day of Crocktober! I hope you have all enjoyed our recipes this month. It has been fun sharing them with all of you. Today we are making slow cooker meatball sandwiches. These are another perfect weeknight dinner or even great for gatherings. They cook all day and if they cook a little longer they just taste even better! To make a batch of our slow cooker meatball sandwiches you will need the following - 1 lb Lean Ground Beef 95/5 1 slice Whole Wheat Bread 3 TBSP Milk 1 ...

Slow Cooker Dr. Pepper Pork Chops

We are coming to a close with our Crocktober series. Only 1 more day left. We've really enjoyed sharing all these delicious recipes with you. This one is a twist on one of my favorite sodas growing up, Dr. Pepper. It was always a treat to have a can. And now we are going to use it to make some pork chops! These slow cooker Dr. Pepper Pork Chops are sure to be a hit. To make a batch of slow cooker Dr. Pepper Pork Chops you will need the following - 1lb Boneless Pork Chops 1 Can Dr.Pepper ...

Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

Another easy slow cooker meal that you can start before you leave for work and will be ready when you get home. This slow cooker lemon garlic butter chicken is packed full of flavor and pairs perfectly with rice or mashed potatoes. To make a batch of this slow cooker lemon garlic butter chicken you will need the following - 2 lb Chicken Thighs Salt Pepper 1 tsp Garlic Powder 1 tsp Onion Powder 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes 1/2 tsp Paprika 4 cloves Garlic, minced 1 tsp Italian ...

Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken

Crocktober is almost over, I hope you have been enjoying the variety of recipes that I have been sharing with you. Today, we are making Salsa Verde Chicken in the slow cooker. Our slow cooker Salsa Verde Chicken was a total hit! And it's a recipe that you can start before work and it'll be done when you get home from work. To make Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken you will need the following - 2 lbs Chicken Thighs, bone-in skin-on 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 Bell Peppers 3 cloves ...

Crockpot Cajun BBQ Ribs

Can you believe October is nearly over? I can't believe we are in the home stretch and Halloween is in a week! This recipe was a new one for my family. Today we are making Crockpot Cajun BBQ Ribs! Who does not love a spicy, juicy, saucy rib? These ribs are perfect for a weeknight meal or for game day. To make a batch of our Crockpot Cajun BBQ Ribs you will need the following - 1 Rack Ribs Bbq Sauce Cajun Seasoning 1 Tsp Salt 1 Tsp Pepper Crockpot First, you are going to ...

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