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  • Make Yourself at Home with Hilton Garden Inn

    When I started to plan our trip to Rapid City, South Dakota I knew we were going to need a place to stay. Traveling with two kids, I had some specific amenities and qualities I was looking for in a hotel. Here are a few things I was looking for – It had to be… [Continue Reading]

    Make Yourself at Home with Hilton Garden Inn
  • 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
  • 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
  • Christmas Village

    It’s always Christmas time at Christmas Village in Rapid City, South Dakota. Christmas is one of my favorite holidays. I love decorating our tree, the home and our walkway. It’s something Peyton and I have been doing together since the day she was born. Granted, when she was a baby she sat and watched. But… [Continue Reading]

    Christmas Village
  • 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
  • 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
  • Dive into Adventure: Exploring the Aquarium at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo

    If you’re planning a family trip to Omaha, Nebraska, make sure to include the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium at the Henry Doorly Zoo on your itinerary. This incredible aquarium offers an underwater adventure that’s both educational and entertaining for visitors of all ages. 🦈 Walk Through the Shark Tunnel One of the most thrilling… [Continue Reading]

    Dive into Adventure: Exploring the Aquarium at Omaha’s Henry Doorly 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
  • 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
  • Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour

    Peyton discovered cave tours last year when I took her on one in southern Minnesota. From that moment on, she has been begging to go on more cave tours. South Dakota has several guided tours available to the public at various caves. Since we were already exploring Wind Cave National Park I decided to take… [Continue Reading]

    Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour

Grinch Bark

The Grinch that Stole Christmas is a holiday favorite in our home. Usually, this time of year, we would be attending The Grinch that Stole Christmas at the Children's Theatre or taking in a holiday party at The Alamo Drafthouse. But not this year. Instead, we are making a few Grinch themed treats to help fill our entertainment void. Today, we are making Grinch Bark! Grinch Bark is very easy to make. It takes less than 5 minutes to make but tastes oh so yummy! And it's always a hit in our home ...

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Chocolate Peppermint Bundtlette Cakes

Remember that delicious Chocolate Peppermint Bundt cake I shared last week? Well, now I'm sharing how to make them into chocolate peppermint bundtlette cake! These are perfect for dinner parties when you want an individual dessert. Or if you are looking for a way to make a lunch extra special, these personal size bundtlette cakes are perfect for that. To make you own dozen or so of Chocolate Peppermint Bundtlette Cakes you will need the following - 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix 1 box Instant ...

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The Grinch Cocoa Bomb

Thanks to Tik Tok cocoa bombs are all the rage right now. And since we love The Grinch I thought about making a Grinch Cocoa Bomb.  Our Grinch hot cocoa went over so well with all last year I thought you would like a twist on the cocoa. So today, we are making Grinch Cocoa Bombs! I made them with the bigger molds because that's what I had on hand. But, to be honest, you can use any silicone mold you want to make hot cocoa bombs. To make these Grinch Cocoa Bombs you will need the following ...

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White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies

Another day another cookie! We have really enjoyed sharing some of our favorite holiday treats with you all this month. And today, we are sharing our white chocolate candy cane cookies with you.  A sweet chocolate chip cookie with a touch of chewy candy cane. It's a candy twist on a classic cookie. To make a batch of these white chocolate candy cane cookies you will need the following - 1 1/4 C Flour 1/2 C Butter, unsalted, room temp 3/4 C White Chocolate Chips 1/2 C Crushed Candy ...

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The Grinch Cake Pop

The Grinch has been my absolute favorite movie for years. When we went to Universal Studio Orlando last month I made sure we stocked up on all things Grinch. So when we got home, I started thinking about all The Grinch treats I could make. And this Grinch Cake Pop came to mind. I knew I wanted to use red velvet cake for the filling and peppermint frosting for flavor. It just feels like the perfect Grinch anti-Christmas flavor.  But I wasn't sure how I was going to keep the chocolate at the ...

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Triple Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

This time of year I love everything peppermint. Today we are tweaking a classic cookie recipe and turning it into a Triple Chocolate Peppermint Cookie. They are chewy and festive for the holidays. A must bake for any peppermint lover. To make a batch of these Triple Chocolate Peppermint Cookies you will need the following - 1/2 C Butter, unsalted room temperature 1 Egg 1 1/2 C Flour 1/2 C Sugar 1/3 C Brown Sugar, packed 1 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract 1/2 tsp Salt, Kosher 1/2 tsp Baking ...

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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.

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