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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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Explore Bourbon Country

    Yes, you read that right, let’s explore bourbon country! It’s similar to how people explore wine country. They head to a vineyard, sip some wine, enjoy small bites and make a vacation out of it. So why not do that with Bourbon? Kentucky is home to some of the most spectacular Bourbon distillers, you can… [Continue Reading]

    Explore Bourbon Country
  • 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
  • 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
  • Wall Drug

    Stopping at Wall Drug is a must if you are in South Dakota. I had never been before so I wasn’t sure what to expect. When we arrived, immediately I felt overwhelmed. Thank goodness we visited during the off-season, I don’t think I could’ve driven Wall Drug during peak season. It would’ve been way too… [Continue Reading]

    Wall Drug

Say Goodbye Size 16

Well, I just finished week 3 on Nutrisystem. I'll admit, it was hard to stay positive when I worked so hard the previous week and only went down 1 pound. But I stuck with it. I kept working the program. And guess what?? This week I'm down 3 pounds!! That's 3 whole pounds of fat gone. It's outta here! I also had another huge milestone this week, I got to say goodbye to size 16 and hello size 14! That's right, 3 weeks on the program and I'm down 1 whole size. My total lost to date is 9 pounds. ...

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Marvelous Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2017

Mother's Day is coming up fast. In just a few weeks we will be celebrating. Have you thought of what you are going to get your mother for Mother's Day this year? If not, here a few suggestions I've pulled together. PACT Organic Clothing I recently discovered PACT Organic clothing and I love them. Not only do they produce high-quality cotton clothing at an affordable price but they are environmentally friendly.  PACT Organic only uses organic cotton that has not been treated with chemicals or ...

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Authentic Pulled Pork: At Home!

I don't know about you, but when we go out to eat, I always find my mouth watering at the thought of delicious pulled pork with sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. So much so, that I wish I could rustle up this favorite at home, and have it taste the way it does in the restaurant. But even if you have been trying to do this for years with to no avail, don't throw in the towel just yet! Instead try the simple and suggestions below to get authentic, home cooked, pulled pork to taste just like it does when ...

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Experience the Difference with PACT Organic Clothing (Save 25% on all orders)

PACT Organic clothing

This year has been all about health and wellness in our home. We've changed the way we eat, we started taking vitamins, we are out moving more and now we are reevaluating our clothing.  Peyton and I love to dress comfortably, especially on the weekends. We want clothes that breathe, are comfortable and move with us no matter what we are doing. PACT Organic clothing does all those and is an environmentally conscience company. Did you know that most cotton is farmed with pesticides and ...

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My Craziest Week on Nutrisystem

Chunky Salsa and Wheat Thins

This week was nuts. I felt like I was constantly on the go. Peyton had her school carnival, I had a concert to cover and I had over 50 payroll tax returns to do this week on top of my typical daily tasks. But I did it. I survived the chaos and I stayed on track with Nutrisystem. Remember last week when I told you that preparation is key? Well, that could not be more true this week. Every night before I went to bed I would take 15 minutes to look over my upcoming day. It really helped me focus ...

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Marcus & Marcus : Bath Time Fun

Marcus Marcus Bath Toys

What is the one thing all kids love to do in the bathtub? No matter what age they are. Think about it. Do you have an answer?? Well, it's play! All kids love to play in the bathtub. And if you've ever given a kid a bath, you know they LOVE bath squirters.  Heck, kids love splashing water all over the bathroom in general but with bath squirters, they can actually use mom and dad as target practice! At least, that's what Peyton did when she was younger. One day, when Peyton was much younger, we ...

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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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