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  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018

    Growing up, the annual trip to Valleyfair in Shakopee, Minnesota was a day we all looked forward to. Every year there is always something new at Valleyfair. We’d usually go once with family and once with school. I have many fond memories of those trips. Now, that I am a mom, I take Peyton to… [Continue Reading]

    What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018
  • 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
  • 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
  • Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour

    Peyton discovered cave tours last year when I took her on one in southern Minnesota. From that moment on, she has been begging to go on more cave tours. South Dakota has several guided tours available to the public at various caves. Since we were already exploring Wind Cave National Park I decided to take… [Continue Reading]

    Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour
  • ValleyFair is BACK!!!

    ValleyFair is back! It’s been a long time since we’ve been able to walk through the turnstiles and enjoy a day at ValleyFair. I was extremely excited when I heard they were opening at the end of May. Last year we definitely felt a void in our summer without our beloved ValleyFair. So we could… [Continue Reading]

    ValleyFair is BACK!!!

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank Now in Theaters

Another kid's movie just hit movie theaters nationwide! Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank is now playing at your local theater. What better way to beat the heat this week than to take the kids to an ice-cold movie theater and watch Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank? Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank is a film that will speak to a wide audience. From kids to grandparents, there's a little something in it for everyone. Mel Brooks is one of the main characters in this film and if you've ever seen a ...

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Royal Flush Cocktail

We are in full swing for summer! Warmer weather, family get-togethers, and evenings with friends all lead to needing to up our refreshment game. The Royal Flush Cocktail is a refreshing cocktail made with cranberry juice, Crown Royal, Peach Schnapps, and Raspberry Liquor giving it a subtle tartness.  One reason I LOVE this cocktail is I love all things with Chambord in it. I feel like it takes several mixed drinks to the next level. If you have never had Chambord (raspberry liquor) you are in ...

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Where the Crawdads Sing

We are so glad movies are in full swing again. Peyton and I have been enjoying this summer's movies immensely. Earlier this week we had the pleasure of seeing a screener for Where the Crawdads Sing. This movie, Where the Crawdads Sing, is based on the novel Where the Crawdads Sing written by Delia Owens. So how did it go from being a book to a movie? And it's a first-time author too! Well, I have the backstory and I'm going to share it with you all. Back in 2018, Delia Owens published her ...

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The Fizzy Flamingo

Summer is in full swing and nothing says summer more in Minnesota than hanging out at the pool or lake. But you need a tasty beverage in hand too! Our Fizzy Flamingo is the perfect poolside beverage.  It's easy to make, refreshing, and screams summer fun! Make a pitcher of Fizzy Flamingo for your next get-together and everyone will be asking for the recipe. To make a batch of Fizzy Flamingo by the pitcher you will need the following - 1/3 Cup Grenadine 1 Cup Sweet & Sour Mix 2 Cups ...

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Individual Jarcuterie Appetizers

We have all heard of charcuterie boards. They are all the rage. But have you heard of jarcuterie? No? Well, let me tell you about them. Jarcuterie is the perfect appetizer to serve to guests. Everything is contained in a little jar and it's an individual serving. Perfect for gatherings where guests will be grazing while also moving about and talking to each other. To make these delicious individual jarcuterie appetizers you will need the following - 1/2 C  Raspberries 1 lb Buratta ...

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4 New Toys for Summer Fun

Summer is in full swing and that means we are looking for new toys and activities to keep the kids busy this summer. I much rather have them playing outside and not sitting inside glued to a screen.  I have 4 new toys that we have for our children to play with that I thought some of you may enjoy as well. All-Pro Passer First up, is the All-Pro Passer. It's a robotic quarterback that will "pass" the football to a specific location. It took us a few minutes to assemble the All-Pro Passer and ...

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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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