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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
  • 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
  • 5 Apple Orchards to Visit This Fall

    It’s nearly fall y’all! Can you believe how quickly summer just flew by?? It feels like it was just yesterday that Peyton was getting out of the school and we were packing up the car to head to Wisconsin Dells. But yet, here we are, in school and starting to winterize the yard.  I cannot… [Continue Reading]

    5 Apple Orchards to Visit This Fall
  • Valleyfair Kicks Off 2025 Season with New Attractions and Events

    Valleyfair, the premier amusement park in Shakopee, Minnesota, officially opened its gates for the 2025 season on Sunday, May 11. Season pass holders were treated to an exclusive preview day on May 10, offering early access to the park’s array of over 75 rides and attractions. Introducing the Juicy Lucy Festival A highlight of this… [Continue Reading]

    Valleyfair Kicks Off 2025 Season with New Attractions and Events
  • 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
  • Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park

    Peyton loves to go to zoos and it is my goal to take her to as many as I can while she is little. When I heard about the Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park I wanted to check it out. At first, I thought it was a zoo full snakes but I was completely wrong.… [Continue Reading]

    Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park
  • Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App

    Peyton and I are in the Chicago area at least every other month. But I don’t want to invest in an I-Pass because I don’t need it in Minnesota. And Illinois is really the only place that we travel that has toll roads. But stopping at all those toll roads adds on travel time. That’s… [Continue Reading]

    Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App
  • 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
  • 4 Places to Explore Near Waynesboro, Georgia

    The weather is supposed to start cooling off soon and fall is right around the corner. But there’s still plenty of time to get out there and enjoy some of this beautiful weather. Georgia is beautiful year-round but in the fall it’s the perfect time to get out and do a little hiking or exploring.… [Continue Reading]

    4 Places to Explore Near Waynesboro, Georgia
  • 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]

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

Let Dulles Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Get You Into a New SUV

The end of the year is almost here and with that means some great pricing on SUVs. Right now there are some great deals at Dulles Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram that you can take advantage of. Right now, Dulles can help get you into a new 2017 Jeep Compas Latitude with 4x4 for as little as $134/month leased for 24 months!  That's 2 full years of low monthly payments for a  brand new car. Think of the peace of mind you'll have driving through the valleys with 4x4? No more worrying if you'll be able ...

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Spoiling the Polar Bears at Como Zoo

Polar Bear Enrichment at Como Zoo

The Como Zoo was the first zoo that I ever visited. Growing up in the Twin Cities it was the place to go. I've been on numerous school field trips to the Como Zoo and taken Peyton several times as well. But today, we were going to do something we had never done before. We were going to be making enrichment (treats) for the polar bears! Not all enrichment are food based. Enrichment can be a toy or a smell or anything that can peak an animal's interest and remind them of their natural ...

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Discover THAT Cooking School

THAT Cooking School Lilydale, MN

Peyton and I love to watch cooking shows and competitions, so when we found out we were spending an evening at THAT Cooking School we were pretty excited. I have grown up in the Twin Cities all my life and I have never been to THAT Cooking School. To be honest, I didn't even know about it until I got my itinerary for the weekend. But once I read about it I knew it was a place I wanted to visit. For those of you unfamiliar with THAT Cooking School let me tell you a little about it. THAT stands ...

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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales Now Available

The day we've all been waiting for has finally arrived! Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales is finally available to bring home! I missed seeing this film in the theater so I am so extremely excited that it's finally in stores. I'll give you a little backstory in case you've forgotten where we left off in the PIrates of the Caribean series. Will Turner is now part of the crew of the Flying Dutchman but before he was cursed he had a son, Henry Turner. Young Henry is a huge part of ...

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New Kitten Essentials Check List

Rachael Ray Nutrish

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, INC. and Rachael Ray™ Nutrish®, all opinions are mine alone. #NutrishFureverHome #CollectiveBias If you've been following us on Instagram you know we adopted a little silver tabby last month from the shelter. Peyton has been begging for a kitten of her own for over a year. I had set some goals in place that she needed to meet before I would let her adopt a pet. And last month, she finally met them! We took our time looking for our new family ...

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My Favorite Nutrisystem Breakfasts

I've been on Nutrisystem for a while and one of the things I love about it is all the variety. There are so many choices that I never get bored with my food. And for me, when I get bored, that's when I stray off plan. So today I'm going to share some of my favorite Nutrisystem breakfast items with you. Double Chocolate Muffin Oh my goodness! This is by far my favorite breakfast item. And it's so good if you heat it up in the microwave for about 11 seconds. It makes the chocolate all gooey ...

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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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