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  • 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
  • Movie Countdown for Your Next Universal Vacation – Islands of Adventure

    Have an upcoming vacation planned to Univeral Orlando? Looking for a fun way to count down the days and get excited about your visit? If you said yes, then I have the movie countdown list for you! Each movie is represented in Islands of Adventure or Universal Studios Orlando. Watch a new movie each night… [Continue Reading]

    Movie Countdown for Your Next Universal Vacation – Islands of Adventure
  • 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
  • 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
  • Janet Jackson & Ludacris : Together Again Tour

    We are kicking summer off with the Janet Jackson: Together Again Tour with opening act Ludacris! What a fabulous way to start the summer and usher in months filled with fun, sun, and music! The Together Again Tour is in its home stretch. The tour started in mid-April and will wrap up in mid-June.  With… [Continue Reading]

    Janet Jackson & Ludacris : Together Again Tour
  • A Guide to Hawaii Food Culture

    Hawaii’s food culture is a rich tapestry woven from its diverse ethnic heritage, abundant natural resources, and deep-rooted traditions. This unique culinary landscape offers a feast for the senses, blending flavors and techniques from Polynesia, Asia, and the mainland United States into something distinctly Hawaiian. Whether you’re savoring a traditional luau feast or grabbing a… [Continue Reading]

    A Guide to Hawaii Food Culture
  • 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
  • Welcome to Grand Island, Nebraska!

    Grand Island, Nebraska, is a fun and friendly city right in the heart of the United States. It may not be as famous as New York City or Los Angeles, but Grand Island has a lot of cool things to offer. Whether you’re into nature, history, or just want a new place to explore, this… [Continue Reading]

    Welcome to Grand Island, Nebraska!
  • 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

State Fair Chocolate Chip Cookies

Our Minnesota State Fair series is coming to an end. I hope you enjoyed following along this month. And hopefully, you've had a chance to try out a few of the recipes. But like all good things, there comes a time for an end.  We're closing out the series with the most iconic Minnesota State Fair food - Sweet Martha Cookies! If you've ever gone to the Minnesota State Fair you have seen the overfilled, gigantic bucket of chocolate chip cookies. These are a coveted treat for many families.  The ...

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State Fair Strawberry Lemonade

This is our last lemonade recipe for our Minnesota State Fair series. It has been so much fun making them this past month and enjoying them! I know Peyton's favorite part has been enjoying each one.  Though out of all the lemonades we made this month I would have to say this one and the Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade were my favorites.  This strawberry lemonade is extremely simple to make. I think making a simple syrup really made the difference in having a smooth lemonade. If you like the gritty ...

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State Fair Red Velvet Funnel Cake

Funnel cakes are pretty much a staple of any fair or amusement park. And ever since I made the first funnel cake for the kids a few weeks ago they have been begging for more.  Peyton's favorite type of dessert is red velvet anything so I decided to make her a red velvet funnel cake and see what she thought. To make this red velvet funnel cake at home you will need the following - 1 1/2 C Buttermilk 2 Eggs 2 C Flour 1 tsp Baking Powder 2 TBSP Sugar 1/2 tsp Salt 2 tbsp Cocoa ...

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State Fair Cheesecake Roll-ups

I think pretty much everything is deep-fried at the Minnesota STate fair. And if it's not deep-fried it's on a stick.  Well, probably not everything but it sure does feel like nearly everything! Our fair inspired recipe today are cheesecake roll-ups. These are super ooey and gooey so not something you can eat with your fingers, you'll definitely want a fork. But they are so indulgent and sweet! Definitely something you would indulge in at the fair. To make a batch of these Cheesecake Roll-Ups ...

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How to Keep Your Home’s Exterior Looking at its Best

Many people spend lots of time watching interior design shows and looking at ways to redecorate inside their homes. However, you mustn't neglect the outside of your home. The exterior of your property is extremely important for many reasons; from a practical viewpoint, your home's exterior protects you from the elements. The outside of your home is also essential from an aesthetic point of view as it provides the first impression of your property and gives it curb appeal. Keeping your home's ...

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State Fair Banana Foster Wontons

Every year when we go to the Minnesota State Fair we search out the new foods. It's a tradition for our family. Well, when Peyton was younger, probably 4, she was still in a stroller so I know she was pretty little, LeAnn Chins was at the Minnesota State Fair. They are one of my favorite casual fast food places in the twin cities. Well, this year they were doing the Great Minnesota Get Together and brought their famous wontons and they had Banana Foster Wontons too! I could not wait to try ...

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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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