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  • 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
  • A One of a Kind Experience at BMW Performance Center

    Are you a fan of fast cars? Driving fast? Having adventures? Looking for your next thrilling experience? If you answered yes to any of those then you need to keep reading. I answered yes to all those, so I took a little trip over to the BMW Performance Center to indulge my senses and learn… [Continue Reading]

    A One of a Kind Experience at BMW Performance Center
  • 4 Things to do Near Charleroi, PA with Kids

    Traveling with kids has it’s up and downs. But one way to make sure there are more ups than down is to plan out events, attractions and stops that are fun for them. And that’s just what I am going to do today. I’m going to share with you 4 things to do near Charleroi,… [Continue Reading]

    4 Things to do Near Charleroi, PA with Kids
  • 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
  • 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
  • Custer County Candy Company

    On our trip through South Dakota, we stumbled across an adorable old fashioned candy store. The Custer County Candy Company is located in Custer just a 15 minuted drive from Wind Cave National Park. It’s right off the main drag, tucked back just a little ways off the street. If you see a huge metal… [Continue Reading]

    Custer County Candy Company
  • 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
  • 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
  • 12 Fun Places to Eat at Mall of America with Kids & Teens

    A trip to Mall of America isn’t just about shopping. Between riding roller coasters, exploring stores, and walking miles through the mall, everyone is going to get hungry. Thankfully, Mall of America has far more than your typical food court. Whether your family wants an exciting themed restaurant, a fun dessert stop, or a quick… [Continue Reading]

    12 Fun Places to Eat at Mall of America with Kids & Teens

Classic Vodka Soda Cocktail

The classic vodka soda cocktail will always be a staple in our bar cart. It's simple, well-known, and well-liked.  Today I'm going to share a refresher on how to make a classic vodka soda so you can stock your bar cart too! A Vodka Soda is a year-round drink perfect for any celebration. To make a classic vodka soda cocktail you will need the following - Vodka Club Soda Lime Slices Ice Cubes Cocktail Glasses First, slice some of your limes in thin slices and some into ...

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Tipsy Raspberry Lemonade

Nothing says summer like a tall glass of raspberry lemonade. But today we are going to put a twist on it and make it into a Tipsy Raspberry Lemonade! Raspberry lemonade spiked with Vodka and Chambord turns this classic into an adult beverage.  And it's easy to serve it as raspberry lemonade or tipsy raspberry lemonade. Just a few minor adjustments are needed. To make a Tipsy Raspberry Lemonade you will need the following - Vodka Raspberry Lemonade Lemon Slices Chambord Fresh ...

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French Martini

Another day, another cocktail recipe! The French Martini is a fruity twist on a classic martini. This fruity concoction is delicious and perfect to add to your rotation of summer cocktails. Made with pineapple juice, Chambord, and Vodka turns it into a pink martini! To make a French Martini you will need the following - Vodka Chambord Pineapple Juice Ice Cubes Raspberries (garnish) Cocktail Shaker Decorative Skewers Martini Glass Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Bigger ice ...

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Blue Raspberry Vodka Lemonade Cocktail

Another cocktail perfect for summer! This Blue Raspberry Vodka Lemonade cocktail is a twist on the traditional Vodka Lemonade. The Blue Raspberry gives it a little sweeter taste while still being the classic Vodka Lemonade that you love. So if you enjoy Vodka Lemonades and like Blue Raspberry Icees then this cocktail is for you! To make a Blue Raspberry Vodka Lemonade cocktail you will need the following - Sunkist Berry Lemonade Blue Raspberry Vodka Ice Cubes Blue Raspberry Gummy ...

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Peachy Crown Royal Fish Bowl

With The Little Mermaid live-action remake releasing later this month I thought I would share a fish bowl cocktail! And it's summer so I thought I would make it fruity. Check out our Peachy Crown Royal Fish Bowl cocktail. Made with peach crown royal and peach lemonade it really had a peach flavor but with a kick! Pair it with peach gummy rings and it's a fun cocktail to enjoy poolside while channeling your inner Ariel. To make a Peachy Crown Royal Fish Bowl you will need the following ...

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Strawberry Margarita Jello Shots

Today we are making Strawberry Margarita Jello Shots!  Normally I share cocktail recipes but today I thought I would mix it up and share a jello shot recipe. You can also make this non-alcoholic for the kiddos. Just replace the alcohol with water. Jello Shots are fun and not something you normally have every day. They work well for bringing a dish to share at a BBQ. You can make them ahead of time. And they travel well. To make a batch of Strawberry Margarita Jello Shots you will need the ...

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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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