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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
  • 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
  • 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
  • A Day of Play with Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota

    When I first heard Great Wolf Lodge was coming to Minnesota I’ll admit, I was super excited! Great Wolf Lodge is known to have some of the best family fun activities. Did you see I mentioned activities? As in plural. Great Wolf Lodge is much much more than a water park. They have something for… [Continue Reading]

    A Day of Play with Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota
  • 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
  • A Guide to Hawaii Food Culture

    Hawaii’s food culture is a rich tapestry woven from its diverse ethnic heritage, abundant natural resources, and deep-rooted traditions. This unique culinary landscape offers a feast for the senses, blending flavors and techniques from Polynesia, Asia, and the mainland United States into something distinctly Hawaiian. Whether you’re savoring a traditional luau feast or grabbing a… [Continue Reading]

    A Guide to Hawaii Food Culture
  • 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
  • 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
  • Make Yourself at Home with Hilton Garden Inn

    When I started to plan our trip to Rapid City, South Dakota I knew we were going to need a place to stay. Traveling with two kids, I had some specific amenities and qualities I was looking for in a hotel. Here are a few things I was looking for – It had to be… [Continue Reading]

    Make Yourself at Home with Hilton Garden Inn
  • 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

Lion King Coming to Blu Ray in August

Lion King

I remember the first time I saw The Lion King, I instantly fell in love with Simba, Timon, and Pumba. Who wouldn't? Well, Disney is bringing The Lion King back out of the vault and releasing it on Dvd and Blu Ray August 15th! Now a whole new generation will get to fall in love with Simba and his pals all over again. At the D23 Expo Disney announced adding The Lion King to the Walt Disney Signature Collection!!! And they should! It's one of my favorite films. Though it did come out when I was ...

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Descendants 2 Premiers Tonight!

Descendants 2 box art

Grab some popcorn and get ready to catch Descendants 2 tonight! If you're not going to be home, be sure to set your DVR to record. Peyton and I will be traveling to Chicago this afternoon for her to spend a few weeks with her cousins, so, unfortunately, we won't be able to watch it tonight. But I did set the DVR so we can watch it when she returns home! In Descendants, we met Mal, Evie, Carlos, and Jay - the offsprings of various Villians. They entertained us with amazing dance numbers and ...

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Let ACT Kids Toothpaste Help Fight the Brushing Battle

This post and party were sponsored by ACT Kids Toothpaste but all thoughts and opinions are my own. Remember last month, when Peyton had all that dental work done? We have been focusing on better oral health ever since the dentist announced she had 6 cavities. Despite all my efforts, all my nagging, all my constant reminders to brush her teeth didn't work. She didn't brush her teeth. There were nights we would go around and around about it. It's a daily battle, one that parents and kids are ...

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Amusement Parks and Nutrisystem

Waiting in line at Valley Fair

Valley Fair, that was my challenge this past weekend. What is Valley Fair? Well, it's an amusement park full of rides and plenty of off plan foods that can tank my nutritional intake for the day.  My goal was to stay on track with my calorie intake in relation to my calorie burn. But how? By journaling my food and using my Fitbit to track my activity. The first thing I learned when I started this journey with Nutrisystem is to journal. Journal everything you put in your mouth. The first few ...

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Staying on Track When Ill

Weight Loss and being Ill

A few weeks ago I was diagnosed with a sinus infection. It wasn't too bad at the time, so they put me on a z pack and sent me on my way. Well, 2 weeks went by and I still felt pretty crappy so I made an appointment to go in and see the doctor. Find out, my sinus infection is worse and now I need antibiotics and steroids. I was not thrilled about the steroids. I'm on a weight loss journey and I knew those little pills were going to wreak havoc in my journey. But I also knew I needed to take them ...

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Get Lean with The Big Fat Truth

Nutrisystem 9 week comparison

As you guys know, I've been on my weight loss journey for a little over 2 months now. It's been a process. There have been many changes I have had to make in our lifestyle so that when I've reached my goal, I stay healthy. No more late nights with a bowl of whatever is handy to munch on. No more jumbo cups of ice-cold soda to keep me going throughout the day. No more fast food.   We are now a family that drinks water all day long. We now have vegetables with every meal. We now ...

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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.

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