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  • 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
  • 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 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
  • 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!!!
  • 12 Best Beaches Near the Twin Cities for Family Fun This Summer

    Best Beaches Near the Twin Cities for Families You don’t have to travel to the ocean to enjoy an incredible beach day. Minnesota is known as the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” for a reason, and the Twin Cities are surrounded by beautiful sandy beaches that are perfect for swimming, building sandcastles, paddleboarding, kayaking, picnicking, and… [Continue Reading]

    12 Best Beaches Near the Twin Cities for Family Fun This Summer
  • Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family?

    Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family? If you’re planning a family day trip in the Twin Cities, one question comes up again and again: Should we visit Como Zoo or the Minnesota Zoo? The good news is that you really can’t go wrong. Both zoos offer incredible opportunities to see… [Continue Reading]

    Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family?
  • 10 Things to Do in St. Croix Falls with Kids This Summer (Day Trip from the Twin Cities)

    10 Things to Do in St. Croix Falls with Kids This Summer If you’re looking for an easy family getaway that doesn’t require hours in the car, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin is one of the best summer day trip destinations from the Twin Cities. Located just over an hour away, this charming river town is… [Continue Reading]

    10 Things to Do in St. Croix Falls with Kids This Summer (Day Trip from the Twin Cities)
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

From Stilettos to the Stock Exchange

From Stilettos to the Stock Exchange by Tina Aldatz

Being a female entrepreneur can be hard. Being an entrepreneur in general can be hard. From Stilettos to the Stock Exchange is the real life story of Tina Aldatz. When you first find Tina she is just about to meet with a group of lawyers and she is signing the legal paperwork to sell her multi million dollar business. A business she grew over the last 10 years from nothing into a 10 million dollars in annual sales.  Tina recounts her excitement and experience while signing the paperwork, ...

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Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker

Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker

If you spend anytime with Peyton you know she is theatrical. She also loves to take in live performances whenever she gets a chance. Typically we see plays but when the chance to see Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker I just had to jump on it. I've never been to a ballet either and have always wanted to. I had no clue what to expect but I was excited. When the big day arrived I dressed Peyton in an adorable dress and we headed off to the historic Orpheum Theatre. Once we found parking and ...

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Bear Snores On

Bear Snores On Stages Theatre

Peyton loves theatre so I try to take her to whatever performances we can get to. Stages Theatre is one of our favorite places to attend shows at. Why? Because the actors and actresses are children! Yes, there are some adults but for the most part there are kids acting at Stages and putting on incredible performances. Last weekend we took in Bear Snores On. You may have read the book, Bear Snores On, it's very popular in the preschool and kindergarten crowd. Peyton was thrilled to see one of her ...

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Bentgo Lunch Boxes for Kids on the Go

Bentgo Kids Lunch Box Creation

Peyton has her very first field trip tomorrow! She's super excited. They are going to Orchestra Hall to see a concert and then have lunch with the performers. How lucky is she?? There's only one little problem. Peyton eats hot lunch at school so I'm not used to preparing a bag lunch.  How much food should I send? What if she doesn't like what I pack? The questions go on and on. But with Bentgo kids lunch box at least I will know I sent enough food. Each Bentgo kids lunch box is portioned for ...

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with PBS Kids

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Would You Be Mine? Word World Be My Valentine

I remember when the only choice for weekday children shows was PBS. I grew up watching all the greats like Sesame Street and Mister Rogers Neighborhood. But now there's so much more variety on PBS for little ones. There are even special themed Valentine's Day episodes. Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Would You Be Mine? and Word World Be My Valentine's are both themed for Valentine's Day and geared towards teaching children while entertaining them at the same time. Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood ...

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LUSH Inspired Valentine’s Day Gifts

Unicorn Horn, The Experimenter, Intergalactic

A few weeks a go I got my email from LUSH discussing all the new items they would have available. Well one caught my eye instantly, the Unicorn Horn! The second I saw it I knew I had to get one for my daughter. This would make a great Valentine's Day gift! The Unicorn Horn is a bubble bar so you can break this up and use it a few different times or use it for one bath and have lots and lots of bubbles. My daughter can never let anything be used more than once so she used her Unicorn Horn in one ...

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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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