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  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • ValleyFair is BACK!!!

    ValleyFair is back! It’s been a long time since we’ve been able to walk through the turnstiles and enjoy a day at ValleyFair. I was extremely excited when I heard they were opening at the end of May. Last year we definitely felt a void in our summer without our beloved ValleyFair. So we could… [Continue Reading]

    ValleyFair is BACK!!!
  • Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family?

    Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family? If you’re planning a family day trip in the Twin Cities, one question comes up again and again: Should we visit Como Zoo or the Minnesota Zoo? The good news is that you really can’t go wrong. Both zoos offer incredible opportunities to see… [Continue Reading]

    Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family?
  • Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Season

    Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Season Looking for an unforgettable family outing in the Twin Cities? Add the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts to your calendar. Located in the heart of downtown Saint Paul, the Ordway is home to Broadway touring productions, concerts, holiday favorites, family entertainment, and… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Season
  • Custer County Candy Company

    On our trip through South Dakota, we stumbled across an adorable old fashioned candy store. The Custer County Candy Company is located in Custer just a 15 minuted drive from Wind Cave National Park. It’s right off the main drag, tucked back just a little ways off the street. If you see a huge metal… [Continue Reading]

    Custer County Candy Company
  • Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Planetarium, Wildlife & Family Fun

    A Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go If your family enjoys science, nature, wildlife, and hands-on learning, the Bell Museum in St. Paul deserves a spot on your Minnesota bucket list. Often called Minnesota’s official natural history museum, the Bell Museum combines fascinating exhibits, immersive wildlife displays,… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to the Bell Museum: Planetarium, Wildlife & Family Fun
  • Ultimate Guide to Minneapolis Parks for Families

    Ultimate Guide to Minneapolis Parks for Families When it comes to family-friendly outdoor adventures, Minneapolis is hard to beat. The city is home to one of the nation’s best park systems, offering beautiful lakes, incredible playgrounds, scenic walking trails, beaches, splash pads, picnic areas, and year-round activities for every age. Whether you’re planning a weekend… [Continue Reading]

    Ultimate Guide to Minneapolis Parks for Families
  • 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

3 Steps to Getting the Best Customized Healthcare Plan for Your Aging Parent

Health insurance becomes increasingly important as we age. The most fortunate among us may be able to make it through our prime years without much beyond preventative care and a few smaller procedures or scares.  But by the time you start approaching senior status, you will likely be taking more trips to the doctor's office and requiring additional treatments and prescriptions. Medicare serves as a savior for many. It provides vital, life-improving coverage and the options — including ...

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Pineapple Apricot Glazed Ham

While cooking a ham may seem intimidating or stressful it really is not. Unlike Turkey, ham is very forgiving. But the key to a mouthwatering ham is the glaze. The glaze really makes the ham, giving it an extra punch of flavor and the caramelized crust.  Today, I'm going to share with you how I make this pineapple apricot glazed ham. While it does take a few hours to bake the ham, the last 45 minutes does require you to be attentive, basting the ham every 10 minutes to create the caramelized ...

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Best Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

The Best Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe (Ultra Moist with Cream Cheese Frosting) If you've been searching for the best homemade carrot cake recipe, this is it. It's incredibly moist, packed with fresh carrots, crushed pineapple, and coconut, then topped with a rich homemade cream cheese frosting. The best part? This cake is made without any oil, making it lighter than many traditional carrot cake recipes while still delivering an unbelievably tender crumb. One bite and you'll understand why this ...

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What You Need to do 180 Days Before Your Disney World Vacation

Eeekk!!! It's 180 days until Peyton and I leave for our dream trip to Florida. While it seems incredibly far away, the next 6 months are sure to fly by. And if you have ever planned a trip to Walt Disney World you know there are some things you need to do before you go. There are some important dates and 180 days from arrival is one of your very important dates to be alert for. At 180 days from your arrival day, you can make all your dining reservations for up to 10 additional days, they call ...

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Quick and Easy Mini Lemon Tartlets

Now that warmer temperatures are here to stay and the grass is turning green here in the Midwest it's time to start thinking of those spring desserts. Lemons always come to mind when I think of spring, I think it's because we always had lemon meringue pie for Easter so I just associate it with spring.  Today I am going to share with you this quick and easy mini lemon tartlet recipe. It doesn't take much time but it sure does look impressive. To make these Mini Lemon Tartlets you will need the ...

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Reese’s Pieces Miniature Cup Stuffed Brownies

Reese's Pieces Miniature Cup Stuffed Brownies

One of my favorite candies are Reese's Pieces and Peyton loves peanut butter cups so this looked like the perfect candy for our household. Then I had the brilliant idea to put it inside a brownie! And I'm glad I did. Through trial and error, I have a few tips for you. Use a brownie mix that is a brownie mix with no mix in. You don't want extra chocolate chips or mix-ins in the batter. Another tip is to let the brownies completely cool before you remove them from the pan. If you try to remove ...

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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.

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