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  • Family Fun in Stillwater, Minnesota

    Stillwater, Minnesota, nestled along the scenic St. Croix River, offers a delightful blend of history, outdoor adventures, and sweet treats, making it an ideal destination for family getaways. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a longer vacation, Stillwater’s charming downtown and surrounding areas provide a variety of activities to entertain visitors of all ages.… [Continue Reading]

    Family Fun in Stillwater, Minnesota
  • 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
  • New Restaurant Alert – Little Italy Downtown Hudson Wisconsin

    I have a place you MUST visit if you are in the Hudson, Wisconsin area! Little Italy located in Downtown Hudson, Wisconsin is the Italian restaurant we all needed on this side of the river. If you have been a reader of Peyton’s Momma for any amount of time, you are well aware that we… [Continue Reading]

    New Restaurant Alert – Little Italy Downtown Hudson Wisconsin
  • Experience the Charm of the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway

    Nestled in the picturesque village of Osceola, Wisconsin, the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway offers a delightful journey through time and nature. Operated by the Minnesota Transportation Museum, this heritage railroad invites passengers to embark on scenic excursions that showcase the beauty of the St. Croix River Valley. A Historic Departure Point Your adventure… [Continue Reading]

    Experience the Charm of the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
  • Crazy Horse

    South Dakota is steeped in history, it’s one of the main reasons I chose to take the kids here for MEA break. After visiting Mount Rushmore  we headed over to Crazy Horse. It’s only about a 15-20 minute drive. Crazy Horse is a privately funded memorial surviving on donations from the public. It’s a shame there is… [Continue Reading]

    Crazy Horse
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Watch Your Love Sprout Into Something More

Sprout Tiny Gardens

The traditional gifts of chocolates and roses are so last year. There's more to gift giving around Valentine's Day than heading to your local florist and picking up a dozen roses and stopping by the drug store for a box of heart shaped chocolates. Sprout is an original, unique gift idea for this Valentine's Day or anyday. Perfect for women, men, grandparents, parents and even kids. Sprout would make a fabulous teachers gift, especially for a science teacher. I bet you are curious as to what ...

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A Dolphin Wish

A Dolphin Wish by Natalie Grant

I remember being in Jr. High and constantly reading. I believe the series I was addicted to was the Babysitters Club. A Dolphin Wish reminds me that series. Why? Because they Glimmer sisters have set out to solve a mystery.  A Dolphin Wish is the second book in the series by Natalie Grant. The first book London Art Chase we have yet to read but we didn't need to to enjoy A Dolphin Wish. The first few chapters of the book we are getting to know the quirky, energetic Glimmer sisters, Lulu, Mia and ...

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Find Help When You Need It

Care4Hire

Being a single parent means that I never get a break. It's just me and my daughter. Well that can wear a person out. Somedays you just need to go Christmas shopping without a little one with you. How can I keep the magic alive about Santa if I can't be Santa because I cannot get away? Or there's events that are not kid friendly. What do I do now? Normally I ask a relative but they have lives too. Care4Hire.com is a website for parents. Not just single parents but all parents. On Care4Hire.com ...

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Relax and Color with Travel Between the Lines

Travel Between the Lines Adult Coloring Book

Do you ever look at children coloring and see how calm they are? There's not a care in the world. Well, besides finding the perfect crayon color. Kids can sit and color for hours. It's relaxing, calming and enjoyable. But somewhere along the way to adulthood we put our crayons away and forgot about the enjoyment coloring brought to us. Lucky for us adult coloring books are here! Travel Between the Lines is an adult coloring book with beautiful pages full of actual places from around the ...

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Discover Curioso Cuff

Curioso Cuff with Light Up Opal

Are you a child of the 80s? Or even 90s? Remember how cool it was to have a mood ring? To watch it change colors? I do! I remember cherishing my mood ring in middle school and wearing it all the time. But now that I'm older and a mom myself I don't think wearing a mood ring is going to working out for me. But there is a stunning piece of jewelry that is reminiscent of the mood ring of years past, Curioso Cuff. Curioso Cuff is a beautiful jewelry cuff with an intricate weave and light up ...

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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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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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