You might be asking yourself “Where in the world is Medora North Dakota?” Medora is located in the Badlands of North Dakota near the entrance to Theodore Roosevelt National Park, South Unit. Medora is full of wide open spaces, charming shops and eateries, and friendly people. Medora might be a little bit of a secret…
Are you ready to ring in the Year of the Rat? Chinese New Year starts on January 25th this year and is one of my very favorite holidays. It’s simple, it’s not commercial and it lets you get a little taste of a culture that might not be one you’re super familiar with. We didn’t…
First, let the record reflect I hate terms like “off the beaten path” or “hidden gem” when used to describe a lesser-known travel destination. It’s probably a weird personal bias…any phrase that ventures close to the border of over-used cliche just gets on my nerves. But…I get the reason we use them. For instance, Phillisburg…
Gulf Shores Alabama is one of our top spring break picks. Beautiful white sand beaches. A community geared toward families. Easy to get to. I mean…what’s not to love? If you want to try something different or knock off a bucket list item during your spring break beach trip, I recommend parasailing. Here’s why parasailing…
Most people regard adoption as a happy thing. Just look at the Internet: We see memes and status updates and blog posts peppered with “chosen” and #blessed. And while (for the most part) adoption is a happy thing, it can also be a very difficult thing, in a way bringing a child into your family the “usual”…
I always make a hot breakfast for my family on the weekends. Most weekdays, we stick to smoothies or a quick bowl of oatmeal but I enjoy having my time in the kitchen on Saturday and Sunday. One of my best breakfast/brunch hacks is oven bacon. Here’s how to make perfect bacon in your oven. …
2019 was a year of travel. I took a total of 19 trips and logged a over 80,000 miles, visiting three new states and two new countries. We took trips as a family. I took several solo work trips. My husband and I managed to get in two “just us” trips. Even though being a…
If you’re a baseball fan, going to Spring Training is probably on your bucket list. 15 MLB teams come to Spring Training in and around Tempe Arizona and let me tell you – February and March in Tempe bring PERFECT baseball watching weather. If you’re headed to Tempe for Spring Training, you might be asking…
So, you’re getting ready to go to Disney with your kids. Whether you’re going to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida or Disneyland in California, the adventure you’re about to embark on will be truly magical for your family. And, let’s be real: A lot of work and planning on your part. That’s why how…
Did you know winter is the perfect time to plan you spring break? It’s true! I always recommend planning vacations at least one season ahead. That’s not to say last-minute deals aren’t out there but to get the best prices and the most choices, planning spring break just after Christmas is where it’s at. If…