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  • 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
  • 5 Apple Orchards to Visit This Fall

    It’s nearly fall y’all! Can you believe how quickly summer just flew by?? It feels like it was just yesterday that Peyton was getting out of the school and we were packing up the car to head to Wisconsin Dells. But yet, here we are, in school and starting to winterize the yard.  I cannot… [Continue Reading]

    5 Apple Orchards to Visit This Fall
  • 12 Best Hiking Trails for Kids in the Twin Cities

    Best Hiking Trails for Kids Around the Twin Cities Looking for a fun way to get the kids outside? The Twin Cities is home to dozens of family-friendly hiking trails that are perfect for toddlers, elementary-aged kids, and even teens. From paved nature paths and scenic waterfalls to wildlife viewing and wooded adventures, there’s a… [Continue Reading]

    12 Best Hiking Trails for Kids in the Twin Cities
  • 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
  • 12 Fun Places to Eat at Mall of America with Kids & Teens

    A trip to Mall of America isn’t just about shopping. Between riding roller coasters, exploring stores, and walking miles through the mall, everyone is going to get hungry. Thankfully, Mall of America has far more than your typical food court. Whether your family wants an exciting themed restaurant, a fun dessert stop, or a quick… [Continue Reading]

    12 Fun Places to Eat at Mall of America with Kids & Teens
  • 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
  • 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
  • Wind Cave National Park

    While we were visiting South Dakota I wanted to spend some time in the National Parks. There are a few different parks you can visit while in the Rapid City area. Unfortunately, time flew by and we were only able to fit in one National Park. Wind Cave National Park is located just a short… [Continue Reading]

    Wind Cave National Park
  • Family Guide to the Minnesota Zoo: Animals, Trails, Events & Visitor Tips

    Family Guide to the Minnesota Zoo: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go If you’re looking for one of the best family day trips in the Twin Cities, the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley should be at the top of your list. Home to thousands of animals from around the world, the zoo offers… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to the Minnesota Zoo: Animals, Trails, Events & Visitor Tips
  • Family Guide to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America

    Family Guide to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America Looking for an unforgettable family adventure in Minnesota? Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America is one of the Twin Cities’ most popular attractions, offering exciting rides, favorite Nickelodeon characters, and indoor fun every day of the year. Whether you’re visiting with toddlers, elementary-aged kids, tweens, or… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America

Devious Maids is Back!

I cannot believe I missed the season premiere of Devious Maids! It's one of my guilty pleasures. But thank goodness for DVRs. I was able to catch up last night and let me just say WOW! Last season ended with a huge cliffhanger. That demented teen tried to shoot and kill Valentina at Rosie's wedding. The scene closed with Rosie covered in blood and falling outside the church. And we had to wait 9 months to find out what happened.  Well the season started showing Rosie in a hospital bed ...

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Strange Magic is a Toe Tapping Good Time

So last week Strange Magic was release on DVD all over the nation. I must have been living under a rock for the last 5 months or so because I never saw or heard about this movie before. The first time I noticed it was this weekend. I was watching cartoons in bed with my daughter (actually I was trying to sleep) and a trailer came on for Strange Magic. It really caught my attention. The music sucked me in. We love a good musical. So when I was at Target later that day I picked it up. I had a few ...

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Happy Birthday to Peyton!

Peyton turns 5 today!  Without Peyton this blog would not be in existence. So lets all take a moment and wish Peyton a Happy Birthday! Happy Birthday Peyton! 5 years ago today I walked into an operating room and was put under general anesthesia (i got to go to sleep to have my kid!). A few hours later I woke up in a recovery room. A little while after that I was wheeled into the room where Peyton was waiting for me. To be honest I was so drugged up I really didn't ...

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Wait for the Rain

We are huge readers at our house so when I was offered the chance to read Wait for the Rain by Maria Murnane in exchange for my honest and unbiased review I immediately said yes. So what is Wait for the Rain? My take is it is about a woman finding herself. The main character, Daphne, had goals and aspirations when she was in college. It's 20 years later ...Daphne is married and has raised a daughter and now doesn't really know who she is without all that. Her life has been her family. So her ...

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When Calls the Heart!

Season 2 of When Calls the Heart! Premiers tomorrow! Don't forget to tune in Saturday, April 25th to catch the 2 hour season premier! Can catch it on the Hallmark channel. Season 1 ended with tragedy and despair tune in to see how Elizabeth and Jack are doing, How are the widows coping with their new roles. Have the students coped with all the tragedy from the first season? Well you will never know if you don't watch. And for one lucky fan you could win season 1 of When Calls the Heart! ...

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Guy Erma and the Son of Empire Review

Guy Erma and the Son of Empire by Sally Ann Melia is a fast paced young adult sci fi book. The story line is intriguing with twist and turns. Guy Erma and the Son of Empire is a fairly easy read. By the time I was done reading the prologue I was hooked I couldn't wait to read more. Taking place in a fictional world, still being discovered, there are fighting factions and primal tribes all fighting for one thing or another. Everyone wants control. The secrets and deceptions of factions make this ...

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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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