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  • 5 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities for Fall Fun

    5 Apple Orchards Within About 30 Minutes of the Twin Cities Is it really fall in Minnesota until you’ve gone apple picking? There is something about spending a crisp September or October afternoon wandering through an apple orchard that just feels like fall. Throw in apple cider, warm donuts, hayrides, pumpkins and a corn maze,… [Continue Reading]

    5 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities for Fall Fun
  • ValleyScare at Valleyfair 2026: Everything You Need to Know

    ValleyScare at Valleyfair Is Back! Everything You Need to Know Before You Go If roller coasters aren’t scary enough for you during the day, apparently the obvious solution is to ride them at night while monsters wander around the park. Welcome to ValleyScare. After being gone from Valleyfair’s fall lineup, ValleyScare is officially back for… [Continue Reading]

    ValleyScare at Valleyfair 2026: Everything You Need to Know
  • St. Croix Valley Fall Colors Train: A Perfect Minnesota Fall Day Trip

    Take a Fall Color Train Ride Through the St. Croix Valley: Minnesota’s Perfect Autumn Day Trip There’s something about fall that makes me want to do things I wouldn’t even think about doing in July. Drive around looking at trees? Absolutely. Spend an entire afternoon at an apple orchard? Of course. Pay money to sit… [Continue Reading]

    St. Croix Valley Fall Colors Train: A Perfect Minnesota Fall Day Trip
  • Explore the Lincoln Park Zoo

    Another place I had never been on all my travel to Illinois was the Lincoln Park Zoo.  It’s a free zoo so I’m not sure why we’ve never visited but I decided we were going to check it out this time. Spending the day at the zoo is one of Peyton’s and my favorite things… [Continue Reading]

    Explore the Lincoln Park Zoo
  • Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Planetarium, Wildlife & Family Fun

    A Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go If your family enjoys science, nature, wildlife, and hands-on learning, the Bell Museum in St. Paul deserves a spot on your Minnesota bucket list. Often called Minnesota’s official natural history museum, the Bell Museum combines fascinating exhibits, immersive wildlife displays,… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Planetarium, Wildlife & Family Fun
  • 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
  • A Night at Medieval Times

    I am always looking for new and unique experiences to take Peyton to. And when I saw Medieval Times, I knew I wanted to take her! How cool would it be to sit in a castle, watch knights jousting and have dinner? It sounded so cool. The only problem is, there is no castle in… [Continue Reading]

    A Night at Medieval Times
  • Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites

    On our recent trip to the Chicago area, we chose to stay at the Country Inn in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. We frequently visit the Chicago area and have discovered staying in a suburb is a nice option for our family. It’s only a short drive to go into the city but the benefits of staying… [Continue Reading]

    Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites
  • Family Camping Fun at Glendalough State Park, Minnesota

    If you’re looking for a peaceful, nature-filled getaway with the kids, Glendalough State Park in west-central Minnesota is a perfect choice. Located near Battle Lake, this hidden gem offers a mix of outdoor adventures and family-friendly amenities that make camping with children both fun and easy. 🏕️ Family-Friendly Camping Options Glendalough offers several unique camping… [Continue Reading]

    Family Camping Fun at Glendalough State Park, Minnesota
  • Discovering Minnehaha Falls: A Family Adventure in Minneapolis

    Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnehaha Regional Park offers a delightful escape into nature, history, and recreation. Spanning 193 acres, the park is home to the iconic Minnehaha Falls, a 53-foot waterfall that captivates visitors year-round. Whether you’re seeking a serene walk, an educational outing, or a fun-filled family day, Minnehaha Falls has something… [Continue Reading]

    Discovering Minnehaha Falls: A Family Adventure in Minneapolis

Dolphin Bento Box Lunch Kids Will Love

Dolphin Bento Box Lunch for Kids Bring a little ocean-inspired fun to lunchtime with this adorable dolphin bento box! A simple cookie cutter transforms an ordinary peanut butter and jelly sandwich into playful dolphins that are sure to make kids smile when they open their lunchbox. This easy school lunch pairs dolphin-shaped sandwiches with fresh peaches, Jello, Babybel cheese, and fruit snacks for a colorful meal that's quick to assemble on busy mornings. Dolphin Peanut Butter ...

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IPSY Flashback July 2015

IPSY July 2015 Flashback

As I'm waiting for my July IPSY bag to arrive I thought I would do a flashback to what I received this time last year. I've been an IPSY member for over a year now and I'm still loving it! Every month I receive new beauty products to try out. Here's what I received last July -The bag was pretty funky. It felt more lake a tapestry type material with blues, yellow, black, pink and white patterned on the outside with a silky blue liner on the inside. I was super excited for this bag because ...

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Easy Nacho Bento Box Lunch Kids Will Love

Easy Nacho Bento Box Lunch for Kids Who says sandwiches have to be the star of every school lunch? This easy nacho bento box is a fun alternative that lets kids build their own mini nachos right at lunchtime. It's packed with crunchy tortilla chips, shredded cheese, fresh fruit, protein, and a small sweet treat for a lunch that's both colorful and satisfying. One of my favorite things about this lunch is that it's also a great way to use ingredients you already have in your refrigerator. ...

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The Berenstain Bears’ Caring and Sharing Treasury

The Berenstain Bears Caring and Sharing Treasury

The Berenstain Bears' was one of my favorite families to read about when I was growing up. In Caring and Sharing Treasury you get 5 of The Berenstain Bears' book in 1! What a great way to start your Berenstain Bears' collection. The first story is The Berenstain Bears Jobs Around Town. It's about a time when Brother and Sister Bear walked around Bear Country and learned about all the jobs people do.  We, the reader, get to follow along as Brother and Sister meet everyone and learn about their ...

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Cinderstella

Cinderstella

I love this twist on a classic story tale! Cinderstella encourages little girls to think about more than princes, fancy dresses and jewels. While Cinderstella's two stepsisters are so busy bossing her around and obsessing over meeting the prince, Cinderstella is obsessed with the stars.Cinderstella's stepsister are demanding new tasks out of her everyday. One day it's to make fancy dresses for them, the next it's to do their hair and then polish their jewels. But while her stepsisters are ...

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Julep Custom Maven Box June

Julep June Reveal

When I first joined Julep there were only a few choices. You took a quiz and based on your answer you were thrown into a category. Based on that category, you would receive a box tailored to those category preferences.  It was only 3 nail polishes back then. So much has changed!  Now you can pick and choose what you would like in your box or you can go with the choices Julep has picked out for you. I typically create a custom box so I get exactly what I want and pay $19.99 a month for it.Here's ...

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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, high-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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