Do you love to read? Are you interested in getting free books to read (and keep or giveaway)? I am a bookworm – always have been. Over the past few years I have teamed up with many publishers, authors and companies to read and review hundreds of books! If you are already reviewing books, maybe…
Sometimes you just have to just spend some time outdoors and look for some beauty in nature. Burgess Falls is located about 20 minutes south of Cookeville, Tennessee. The hiking trails are beautiful, well maintained and easy to navigate and offer some amazing views of this gorgeous series of waterfalls in central Tennessee. This post…
Last night we got to be in the audience as our favorite band Rend Collective kicked off their Revival Anthem Tour (Canada/US). We have been fans of the band for several years and jumped at the chance to buy tickets and see them live in concert in Kentucky! If you are thinking about going to…
There are three things I care about more than anything else: My faith, my family and my country. That is why I am focused on making sure our kids grow up with the same values. As we look back at the events of September 11, 2001, it’s hard to believe that some of our kids…
This summer, we spent some time in Deadwood and Rapid City, South Dakota but also took a little detour over to Devils Tower in Wyoming. This National Monument is a popular destination for climbers and bikers as well as fans of the sci-fi movie “Close Encounters of the Third Kind”. On a tight time schedule?…
When you visit Wisonsin Dells, you have to take a ride on the Original Wisconsin Dells Duck Tour! Our day was filled with blue skies and gorgeous weather! Ride along with us and see why you need to sign up for this tour on your next road trip to Wisconsin. Hobbies on a Budget received…
Ever since I was a little kid I have always loved tree houses. The first time I watched Swiss Family Robinson I decided that it was the ultimate house to live in. After all, who wouldn’t want an amazing mansion high in the treetops? This past week my family and I had the opportunity to…
Sometimes on road trips, you have the unique opportunity to connect favorite folk legends with reality. What makes these experiences even better is when you learn something new plus meet an author who is telling the story of your favorite legend to a whole new generation. On one of our road trips through Wisconsin, we…