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  • Escape to the Windy City for the Weekend

    The Chicago area is one of our favorite destinations. It’s only 5 hours from home and full of museums, zoos, attractions and more. It’s the perfect change of scenery for the weekend. On our most recent trip, we stayed in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. It’s just a short drive outside of Chicago, however, it’s centrally… [Continue Reading]

    Escape to the Windy City for the Weekend
  • 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
  • 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]

    New Restaurant Alert – Little Italy Downtown Hudson Wisconsin
  • Christmas Village

    It’s always Christmas time at Christmas Village in Rapid City, South Dakota. Christmas is one of my favorite holidays. I love decorating our tree, the home and our walkway. It’s something Peyton and I have been doing together since the day she was born. Granted, when she was a baby she sat and watched. But… [Continue Reading]

    Christmas Village
  • Explore the Wild Wonders of the Minnesota Zoo

    Nestled in Apple Valley, Minnesota, the Minnesota Zoo offers families an immersive journey through diverse habitats from around the globe. With themed trails, interactive exhibits, and a vast array of animals, it’s a destination that promises adventure and education for visitors of all ages. 🌿 Tropics Trail: A Rainforest Adventure Step into the lush world… [Continue Reading]

    Explore the Wild Wonders of the Minnesota Zoo
  • 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]

    4 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Delaware County
  • 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
  • 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]

    3 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Hamilton County
  • 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
  • Dinosaur Park

    If you’ve followed us for a while, you probably know Peyton is obsessed with The Land Before Time. She owns every single movie and episode ever made. Even the one that came out earlier this year! When I found out there was a dinosaur park in Rapid City I knew it was going to be… [Continue Reading]

    Dinosaur Park

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Legend of Boo-Kini Bottom

Can you believe it's October this weekend?? Like, where in the world did September go? With October on the horizon that means there are going to be some Halloween specials coming out. I just learned that SpongeBob SquarePants will have a Halloween special airing on Friday, October 13th! Yes, you read that correctly. Friday the 13th SpongeBob SquarePants will be debuting his Halloween special on Nickelodeon at 7/8 pm EST/CST. Here's a sneak peak as to what to expect - The Legend of ...

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Enjoy Salsa Without the Extras

Fresh Salsa without the extras

One of my favorite things about summer is all the fresh salsa! But did you know salsa can be full of salt and extra calories that you are not even aware you are consuming? You would think because it's vegetables that you are making a healthy food choice. But if there are lots of extras like olives you can end up consuming a lot of extra calories without even knowing it.  But I have a solution! I have a healthy salsa that won't kill your calorie intake but will up your vegetable intake! To ...

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Snacks that are Tasty and Healthy: Lundberg Family Farms Grounded Snacks Red Rice & Quinoa Tortilla Chips

Lundberg Family Farm

Peyton and I love to munch. I think because we are on the go so much we find ourselves frequently snacking. But I don't want to give her high fat, empty calorie foods to snack on. Lundberg Family Farms has a whole collection of tortilla chips made out of red rice and quinoa that are not only good for you but taste so yummy! The Lundberg Family started the farm in Sacramento, Californa back in 1937. They knew the secret to a good farm was taking care of your soil. The Lundberg's did what other ...

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Keep Your Children on Track with Yummi Bears Organics

Yummi Bears Organics

It's back to school time. Life is crazy. We are still trying to settle into our new routines. And with all this craziness I'm still trying to keep our family healthy and moving forward. One way to do this is by making sure Peyton is taking a complete multi-vitamin like Yummi Bears Organics.  Besides tasting great Yummi Bears Organic is packed full of 16 essential nutrients that will help Peyton grow and develop into a healthy young adult. With flavors like natural strawberry, orange, and ...

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Get Creative with Make It Real: Knot and Bling Mermaid Tail

What little girl doesn't love mermaids? One of Peyton's favorite movies is The Little Mermaid. She loves it so much that the last time we were at Disney World we stayed in The Little Mermaid rooms at Art of Animation. Now, thanks to Make It Real Peyton can make her very own Knot and Bling Mermaid Tail at home! This is suggested for ages 8 years old +. Peyton is 7 1/2 years old so I'm feeling pretty confident she can do this craft. Plus she LOVES to craft. So, depending on your child's motor ...

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Green Chili Turkey Burgers

Finished Green Chili Turkey Burgers

While I'm on my weight loss journey I'm looking for ways to enjoy my favorite foods but without all the empty or excess calories.  And I've found a way to satisfy my burger craving without killing my calorie intake for the day. Nutrisystem encourages you to eat out, attend events and eat food other than Nutrisystem. They encourage you to take this time to learn about portion control, about those little changes in what you put on or in your food that have large calorie impacts and how to navigate ...

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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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