When we take a road trip, we don’t just plan for the destination, we also like to look for things to do and see as well as great places to eat along the route. A few weekends ago, we headed over to Charleston, SC for a 24 hour adventure. But we weren’t about to drive…
Saving money and losing weight are often viewed as the two of the toughest things we tackle. Both require discipline and hard work. But there are some simple tweaks we can make that will help us shrink our budget, save money and grow our savings account that don’t require a degree in business or drastic…
One of the highlights of our recent 2600 mile road trip was our visit to the Springfield Museums. Before we toured the four museums, we took time to walk around the Dr. Seuss Memorial Sculpture Garden. This was a fun walk and a great opportunity to get some pictures with a few of our favorite…
Do you spend a lot of time sitting at the computer or behind a desk? If you feel like you are always sitting and never have time to get any exercise, then you may need to check out some of the innovative ways to burn calories while working. The latest tool in my personal “home”…
The city of Tampico, Illinois is a small Midwest town just like many others. The residents get up every day and go to work, school and live their lives just like most Americans. Tampico is not a quick stop off the interstate and when people visit, it’s on purpose. You either come to visit the…
One of the great ways to learn about the Presidents of the United States is to visit their historical sites. Last spring, we were in Washington DC right as the cherry blossoms were showing off their beauty. We had the opportunity to visit the Franklin D Roosevelt Memorial located on the shore of the beautiful Tidal…
We’ve all been there! Out on vacation at a special restaurant and the kids, teens and even adults are hungry, antsy and getting cranky. Maybe you’ve been in the car on a family road trip running out of things to talk about with all the snacks just about gone and nothing new to do. There…
There comes a moment when you have to make a choice. You either fly or you don’t. New situations can cause even the most confident person to get butterflies in your stomach! I remember in college when I was learning to fly an airplane. On take-off, the door to the two seater Cessna flew open….
If you have ever taken a road trip or vacation, you know that travel can become expensive really fast. The cost for lodging, gas, food and attractions adds up fast. So how can you afford to travel? I think that people find money to pay for things that are important. As a family, it is…