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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
  • Explore Bourbon Country

    Yes, you read that right, let’s explore bourbon country! It’s similar to how people explore wine country. They head to a vineyard, sip some wine, enjoy small bites and make a vacation out of it. So why not do that with Bourbon? Kentucky is home to some of the most spectacular Bourbon distillers, you can… [Continue Reading]

    Explore Bourbon Country
  • 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
  • The 5 Best Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Minnesota

    Minnesota is a dream destination for families looking to combine fun, learning, and outdoor adventure. From hands-on museums to waterfall hikes and scenic small towns, there’s something for every age and interest. Here are five of the best family-friendly places to visit in Minnesota — perfect for weekend getaways or memory-making summer vacations. Minneapolis–Saint Paul… [Continue Reading]

    The 5 Best Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Minnesota
  • 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
  • 4 Places to Explore Near Waynesboro, Georgia

    The weather is supposed to start cooling off soon and fall is right around the corner. But there’s still plenty of time to get out there and enjoy some of this beautiful weather. Georgia is beautiful year-round but in the fall it’s the perfect time to get out and do a little hiking or exploring.… [Continue Reading]

    4 Places to Explore Near Waynesboro, Georgia
  • 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
  • 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
  • Kona Ice of Stillwater

    Every weekend I look for food trucks that will be in our local area. Since the Minnesota State Fair was canceled and we can’t really travel much, finding and trying out new food trucks every weekend has kinda become our thing. I’ve seen Kona Ice of Stillwater posts in our local mom’s groups and I… [Continue Reading]

    Kona Ice of Stillwater
  • 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

JURASSIC WORLD: CAMP CRETACEOUS SEASON TWO DEBUTS ON NETFLIX JANUARY 22

If you haven't watched Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous on Netflix you are going to want to add that to your watch list. Peyton and I are huge Jurrasic Park fans. Peyton has been obsessed with Jurassic World since she was about 3 and was thrilled when she found out there was a series earlier this year. We watched all of season 1 of Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous and cannot wait for season 2 to premiere on January 22nd. When we were at Universal Orlando earlier this year, Peyton had to wear ...

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Four Kinds Of Apps Everyone Should Have On Their Phone

There is something of a - slightly snobbish - tendency to assume the worst of someone who frequently has their phone in their hand. Either they must be addicted to social media, or they’re texting someone, or it is for some other “bad” reason. However, this is deeply unfair, considering just how pivotal phones are to a human life these days. That person with their phone in their hand could, just as easily, be doing tomorrow’s grocery shopping, paying their bills, making a doctor’s appointment, ...

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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

I love chocolate and candy canes together so I thought a double chocolate chip cookie with a little bit of crushed candy canes would be a total hit. And it is! It's the perfect balance of chocolate with a touch of peppermint. These double chocolate peppermint cookies go perfectly with a glass of ice-cold milk. To make a batch of these double chocolate peppermint cookies you will need the following - 1 1/4 C Flour 1/3 C Cocoa Powder 1/2 tsp Baking Powder 1/2 tsp Baking Soda 1/4 tsp ...

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Grinch Crinkle Cookies

ince The Grinch that Stole Christmas is one of our favorite holiday movies I decided to make yet another Grinch treat! Today we are making Grinch Crinkle Cookies. They are so so simple to make and the kids have a ton of fun making them with me too. To make a batch of Grinch Crinkle Cookie you will need the following - 1 Box of French Vanilla Cake Mix 4 tbsp Butter, room temp 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil 2 Eggs Green Food Coloring 1/3 C Powdered Sugar 1/3 C Cornstarch Red Candy Hearts 1/4 C ...

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Accessories Add The Perfect Finishing Touch To Your Home

We don’t know about you, but we think finishing touches make a home! Sprinkle some glam with accessories, including rugs, mirrors, pictures, wall art, ornaments, and more.  Once architects, like https://scenarioarchitecture.com/lp/architects-sevenoaks/, have created the perfect design, it is up to you to add the finishing touches. For the fashionistas amongst us, wall art makes all of the difference, including Coco Chanel designs and prints inspired by a woman’s best friends – shoes and ...

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Snowman Cake Pops

I think cake pops are my new favorite treat to make! They are fairly easy to make and you can spend as little or as much time as you want to decorate them. This snowman cake pop is a very simple design but looks super cute and festive for the holidays! You can choose any flavor combination you would like for the cake and frosting. I chose a hot cocoa cake and a peppermint frosting because I thought that just screamed snowman. But feel free to use whatever you would like. To make these ...

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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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