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  • Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park

    Peyton loves to go to zoos and it is my goal to take her to as many as I can while she is little. When I heard about the Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park I wanted to check it out. At first, I thought it was a zoo full snakes but I was completely wrong.… [Continue Reading]

    Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park
  • 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
  • Minnesota to Kentucky in One Day

    Can it be done? Can one person drive straight through from Minnesota to Bowling Green, Kentucky in one day? It’s nearly a 12-hour drive without any hiccups.  That’s a long drive. But I did it! That’s exactly what I did when I took Peyton to Bowling Green, Kentucky over MEA break. We drove the whole… [Continue Reading]

    Minnesota to Kentucky in One Day
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 10 Fun Things to Do at Mall of America with Teens and Families

    When most people think about Mall of America, they think about shopping. And while there are hundreds of stores to explore, Mall of America is so much more than a shopping destination. Located in Bloomington, Minnesota, it is packed with attractions, rides, games, entertainment, and experiences that can easily fill an entire weekend. If you… [Continue Reading]

    10 Fun Things to Do at Mall of America with Teens and Families
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

Another easy slow cooker meal that you can start before you leave for work and will be ready when you get home. This slow cooker lemon garlic butter chicken is packed full of flavor and pairs perfectly with rice or mashed potatoes. To make a batch of this slow cooker lemon garlic butter chicken you will need the following - 2 lb Chicken Thighs Salt Pepper 1 tsp Garlic Powder 1 tsp Onion Powder 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes 1/2 tsp Paprika 4 cloves Garlic, minced 1 tsp Italian ...

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Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken

Crocktober is almost over, I hope you have been enjoying the variety of recipes that I have been sharing with you. Today, we are making Salsa Verde Chicken in the slow cooker. Our slow cooker Salsa Verde Chicken was a total hit! And it's a recipe that you can start before work and it'll be done when you get home from work. To make Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken you will need the following - 2 lbs Chicken Thighs, bone-in skin-on 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 Bell Peppers 3 cloves ...

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Crockpot Cajun BBQ Ribs

Can you believe October is nearly over? I can't believe we are in the home stretch and Halloween is in a week! This recipe was a new one for my family. Today we are making Crockpot Cajun BBQ Ribs! Who does not love a spicy, juicy, saucy rib? These ribs are perfect for a weeknight meal or for game day. To make a batch of our Crockpot Cajun BBQ Ribs you will need the following - 1 Rack Ribs Bbq Sauce Cajun Seasoning 1 Tsp Salt 1 Tsp Pepper Crockpot First, you are going to ...

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Crockpot Blueberry Cobbler

Desserts are so easy in the Crockpot. Usually, a dessert only takes a few hours so it's a simple dish you can start when you get home from work or before you leave for sports. This Crockpot Blueberry Cobbler takes two to three hours to cook so great for weeknight desserts after a game! To make a batch of Crockpot Blueberry Cobbler you will need the following - 1 can Biscuits 6 C Blueberries, fresh 1/2 C Brown Sugar 1 TBSP Cinnamon 2 TBSP Corn Starch Non-Stick Spray Crockpot This ...

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Slow Cooker Acorn Squash

One of my favorite dishes to make in the fall is acorn squash. Making acorn squash in the slow cooker is one of the easiest ways to get it perfect. It's a set it and forget it type recipe that creates the perfect slow cooker acorn squash every time. To make a batch of slow cooker acorn squash you will need the following - 2 Acorn Squash 1 C Water 1/4 tsp Cinnamon 1/4 tsp Nutmeg 1/2 C Brown Sugar 4-8 tsp Butter You can make as much or as little acorn squash as you would like but I ...

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Crockpot Baked Apples

Nothing says fall more than some baked apples. They are a classic fall dessert that are normally reserved for the weekend. But now you can set them in the crockpot and go about your evening. They'll be done in time for dessert! Tender, juicy, baked apples that go perfectly with a scoop of ice cream. To make a batch of my Crockpot Baked Apples you will need the following - 5 Gala Apples Granola 3 tbsp Melted Butter 5 tsp Maple Syrup Ice cream Whipped Cream There is a little bit of ...

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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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