Did you know that the Jelly Belly Warehouse Tour in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin is FREE? Located less than an hour north of Chicago, this tour is a must-do adventure on your next trip through this area. Amazon affiliate links are included which means that if you click and make a purchase, I will receive a…
Did you know that Nashville is home to the FREE newly renovated Tennessee State Museum? This Museum features original artifacts owned by three native Tennessee United States president as well as military war heroes like Sgt Alvin C York. Take your time and explore Tennessee history and make memories with your family. This post includes…
Do you make New Year’s Resolutions? Every year many people make all the traditional resolutions and goals to get healthy, get out of debt, and get organized. But often these great resolutions are forgotten by the time the big football game kicks off. Let’s take baby steps together and move forward in 2024 toward a…
What can you do as a family on a cold winter day that doesn’t cost a penny and encourages everyone to work together? How about working a puzzle? We have worked countless puzzles over the past 16 years and created some super fun memories. Whether you are an occasional puzzle lover or an avid fan,…
As the weather gets colder and the holiday decorations all go up around town and in our homes, it’s time to think about spreading love and doing something special for the children in our communities who may not have warm homes and families. Here are some easy ideas to share warmth & hugs with children….
Do you love taking pictures of your family when you are out on adventures? I always have my phone/camera in my hand and snap pictures constantly. Whether we are out exploring the big city like Boston, San Francisco or Chicago, hiking up to a waterfall in Tennessee or walking along the overlooks at the Grand…
Through the years, I have often written about the adventures of my Grandma. If you have the privilege of knowing her, you know how remarkable she is. Hazel has traveled the world, been to all 50 states, had an audience with the pope, ridden a dune buggy on a volcano, raised four boys, taught Sunday…
Do you love creating homemade Christmas Ornaments for gifts? Our Christmas tree is like many of yours: a mix of store-bought ornaments and special ornaments made by family members through the years. I’m not the craftiest person, but I do love creating something special to hang on our tree and share with family and friends….
Do you remember the days before everyone had their own computer? Can you remember the Friday nights before DVDS, Netflix, Redbox or Amazon prime? I remember family movie nights when we would go to the video store, rent a Video player and bring home a family classic movie. Now it’s easier than ever to create…