On our recent trip to Washington DC we struggled at first with the decision of where to stay while we were touring the city for the week. We debated the pros and cons of staying inside the city or outside the beltway and using public transportation. The decision to stay in Springfield, Virginia just made…
Sometimes the books you find by chance are the best of all. I know this better than anyone. My little brother brought home Fortune Falls by Jenny Goebel from his Scholastic book fair, and because I had nothing better to read, I gave this new book a try. So I began to read. Immediately, I…
This spring I had the opportunity to read a book called The Fred Factor. It was a short, easy read that showed how a mail carrier named Fred with a very ordinary job, was able to transform the world of the people around him. He took the time to do his job over and above…
One of the most known events in American history is the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln and no visit to Washington DC is complete without a trip to Ford’s Theatre. A visit to Ford’s Theatre is an opportunity to see and learn about this infamous night that impacted our country. If you are planning a…
Heading to Roanoke, Virginia and need some tips for what to do, where to stay and the best place for dinner? I’ve got you covered! Recently we spent some time in the city of Roanoke and found some of the highlights to help you plan your next trip. Whether you are visiting one of the…
We want to raise our kids to be well rounded. We go to Art Museums, historical locations, Presidential libraries, and museums. We visit places with political significance from presidents of both sides of the political spectrum. And we go to the NRA Annual Meeting & Exhibits. We want our kids to understand the importance of…
Our family has been known to take some pretty epic road trips! The kids are currently sitting at 31 states and we are dreaming of the next adventure to help that number grow. Recently we spent some time in Washington DC with the kids. From the Smithsonian museums & presidential monuments to Mt. Vernon, Monticello…
Have you ever planned a road trip vacation and have all the attractions lined up but needed a restaurant or hotel recommendation? If you’re like us, we want a good local restaurant (no chain restaurants for us on vacation) and we want a hotel that is going to offer us a good night’s sleep in…