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  • 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
  • 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
  • 5 Tips to Beat the Heat at Valleyfair

    With summers being so short in Minnesota we try to cram as much as possible into it.  One of our favorite Minnesota places to spend time in the summer is Valleyfair. It’s a must-visit place for us every summer. But this summer Mother Nature is trying to break some records with triple-digit days! That is… [Continue Reading]

    5 Tips to Beat the Heat at Valleyfair
  • Navigating Cedar Point Amusement Park with a Special Needs Child

    Recently, Peyton and I attended a conference in Sandusky, Ohio. While we were there I decided to make some time to take her to Cedar Point Amusement Park. Peyton loves roller coasters and all things Snoopy so I thought it would be a great way to spend a little family fun time together on a… [Continue Reading]

    Navigating Cedar Point Amusement Park with a Special Needs Child
  • 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]

    Mammoth Site
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Celebrate Central Avenue Hyundai Grand Opening

There's a new dealership in town! Central Avenue Hyundai is celebrating its grand opening which means there are some incredible financing deals available to you! Right now, until December 7, 2017 you can lease a new 2018 Hyundai Elantra SEL for just $97/month! You can lock in your lease payment for 39 months, think about that. Here's a few highlights of the Elantra SEL - The headlights sync with the steering wheel and turn with the steering wheel When you turn off the Elantra, the ...

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Make Her Mermaid Dreams Come True with Sun Tails

Sun Tail Mermaid Tail and Monofin

What little girl does not dream of being a mermaid? I know I did when I was little. And Peyton does too. With the help of Sun Tails, Peyton is getting to make her dream of becoming a mermaid come true. Sun Tails makes affordable, high-quality mermaid skins and monofins for children and adults. They even make shark fins for those they may want to be a little more pool time fun! There is literally something for everyone at Sun Tails. We got a skin and monofin set for Peyton. There are also ...

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Count Down to Christmas with Playmobil

Playmobil Advent Calendars

Kids love Advent Calendars. It's a fun way to help pass the time and count down the days until Christmas. Playmobil has several Advent Calendars to choose from to help count down the days and have fun while doing it.  We are trying out the Royal Ice Skating Trip and Santa's Workshop Advent Calendars this year. Each calendar tells a story. Each day, your child gets to unwrap another piece of the story and when they've reached the 24th they will have all the pieces to tell the story! Royal Ice ...

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Ring in the Holiday with ALFA ROMEO of Larchmont

The holidays are here and it's time to start thinking about gifts for your significant other. Wouldn't a new Alpha Romeo vehicle be the perfect gift? Right now, you can stop by Alfa Romeo of Larchmont and test drive a new vehicle and have it ready in plenty of time for the holidays. With spectacular finance and lease options, your toughest decision will which model to bring home. 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV  The 2018 Stelvio sets out to blend the sport-utility world and the luxury world ...

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Meet Little Ant

One of the best things we can do for our children is to read to them. Read to them every day from the moment they are born till they leave home. I try to read to Peyton every day. And when I'm choosing a book to read to her I try to find books with lessons in the story. That way, we can talk about the lesson after the story is done. Little Ant is a series of books written by S.M.R. Saia and available on Amazon.  Currently, there are 6 titles available with one more coming out this week! And in ...

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Senior Pets are Awesome Too #HillsTransformingLives

This post is sponsored by Hill’s® Science Diet® and the BlogPaws® Pet Influencer Network™. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about the Adopt A Senior Pet Month and ‘Mission Adoptable’ Campaign, but Peyton's Momma only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. is not responsible for the content of this article. Well, Sebastian is turning 17 years old in a few months. Can you believe that? He'll be 17!! On one hand, I'm really proud of ...

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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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