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  • 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 Little Throwback to Sea World

    One of my fondest memories growing up was the vacation my grandparents took me on to Sea World. I was about 6 years old and it was my first time to a park with sea animals. Oh boy was I excited! Back in 1983, Sea World was a lot different than it is now. I… [Continue Reading]

    A Little Throwback to Sea World
  • Madrid Business Trip? Here’s How to Spend Your Downtime

    Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, is not only a hub for business but also a treasure trove of culture and history. If you find yourself in this bustling metropolis for a business trip, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the city’s rich artistic heritage during your downtime. From world-renowned art galleries to picturesque parks… [Continue Reading]

    Madrid Business Trip? Here’s How to Spend Your Downtime
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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]

    Finding Comfort at the Country Inn & Suites Bowling Green Kentucky
  • 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]

    Movie Countdown for Your Next Universal Vacation – Islands of Adventure
  • 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
  • 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
  • Kona Ice of Stillwater

    Every weekend I look for food trucks that will be in our local area. Since the Minnesota State Fair was canceled and we can’t really travel much, finding and trying out new food trucks every weekend has kinda become our thing. I’ve seen Kona Ice of Stillwater posts in our local mom’s groups and I… [Continue Reading]

    Kona Ice of Stillwater

Crockpot BBQ Ribs

BBQ ribs are one of my favorite meals. I love the tender, juicy meat with the sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. But finding the time to slow roast them can be a challenge. These Crockpot BBQ Ribs are perfect for those days you need a long cooking dish and want a delicious dinner. The longer you cook them the more tender they are. So a good 7-9 hours, depending on the thickness, is perfect! To make a batch of my BBQ Ribs you will need the following - 1 slab pork ribs 1 bottle Famous Dave's Sweet ...

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Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches

I hope you are all enjoying Crocktober! We have had fun pulling together these recipes to share with all of you. My slow-cooker is one of my go-tos when the weather gets cooler and our nights get busier. These Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches are always a hit! And they are filling too. But they can be a smidge messy too, so if your littles are messy you'll want to make sure they are not wearing any light colors for dinner. To make a batch of my crockpot chicken parmesan sandwiches you ...

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Slow Cooker Carnitas

It's another Taco Tuesday! Today we are going to make Carnitas in the slow cooker. It takes a few minutes to prepare before we walk out the door and cooks all day long. When you get home, it takes just a few minutes to shred and broil for crispiness in the oven. You will have dinner on the table in less than 15 minutes! Perfect for nights you are running the kids to activities. To make a batch of these delicious slow cooker Carnitas you will need the following - 4 lb Boneless Pork Roast 1 ...

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Circus Abyssinia: Tulu

This past weekend Peyton and I had the pleasure to see Circus Abyssinia: Tulu at the Minnesota Children's Theatre Company.  It was a great way to kick off the 2022-2023 Children's Theatre Company season! What is Circus Abyssinia: Tulu? Circus Abyssinia has performed at the Children's Theatre Company before and they were originally scheduled to perform when COVID-19 hit. This is a long-awaited visit from Circus Abyssinia. Created by Bibi Tesfamariam and Bichu Shimellis, Circus Abyssinia is a ...

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Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip

One of my favorite appetizers to order when we go out is spinach artichoke dip. I just love it! So I thought about making it at home with a Crockpot so that we could enjoy it with friends and family. And it was a hit! This Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip makes a ton so make sure you have enough people to help enjoy it.  It's a dish that you can toss together while you are doing those last-minute chores around the house before company arrives and it will literally cook itself but will taste like ...

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Crockpot Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa

If you are a Chipotle fan you will want to try this recipe. Peyton cannot get enough of Chipotle and would probably eat there twice a day if I would let her. So tonight, I am making this copycat Chipotle Barbacoa in the crockpot. To make a batch of Crockpot Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa you will need the following - 3 lb Beef Chuck Roast 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tsp Salt 1/2 tsp Dried Leaf Oregano 1/2 tsp Cumin 1/4 tsp Cloves, ground 2 Bay Leaves 2 cloves Garlic, minced 2 Chipotle peppers ...

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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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