Can’t miss spook-tacular Halloween Houses in the Northwest Suburbs
Halloween may look a little different this year, but it doesn't mean you can't have fun! Our family has been on the search for Halloween houses that go all out and we found a few that you will love! So get in your car, wear your costumes, and have a spook-tacular...
Skeletons Invade Highwood + Tips to Enjoy Your Hunt For Them
Looking for spooky free fun? An army of skeletons have invaded Downtown Highwood,and searching for them has never been more fun! If you do go ahead and visit, make sure to read these tips before you go.Getting started to see the Skeletons in Highwood Surprisingly,...
Pumpkin Picking at Enjoy Pioneer Farm in Hampshire
While we love the farms with all the activities, sometimes we want to really just want something simple. For our next pumpkin picking adventure, we headed to Enjoy Pioneer Farm in Hampshire. We visited awhile back so was curious to see what they offered during...
Murals and More in Downtown Aurora: A Self-Guided Walk
For the past few months, my family and I have explored different towns and sculpture parks focused on art. Downtown Aurora is one town I've heard that has a great art scene with new restaurants and shops popping up. So off we went to Downtown Aurora in search...
All smiles with 123 Cheese Photography
We finally did a thing. We finally took a family picture. Our last one was more than 6 years ago and we were more than overdue. When Tiffany from 123 Cheese Photography posted a need for models, I immediately jumped at the chance. Find out what I thought about our...
Review: Gut Connection Kids by Country Life
Paying attention to my family's health is more important than ever. Besides eating healthy foods and sanitizing like crazy,we also try to boost our health by adding supplements. Enter Gut Connection Kids by Country Life. Disclosure: I received this product for free...
Awesome murals and art at Mellody Farm in Vernon Hills
When I heard that a shopping area Mellody Farm had Insta-worthy murals and sculptures, I needed to see it for myself. Wow! I love it! Follow along as we explore this shopping area in Vernon Hills. Read more: Looking for more murals? Take this self-guided art walk...
Tips to Enjoy the Sculptures at Mt. St. Mary Park in St. Charles
We may be a bit obsessed with sculpture parks. Not only can you enjoy beautiful art, but you can get your steps in and enjoy nature. Besides Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park or the Chicago Athenaeum Sculpture Park in Schaumburg, we had heard wonderful things about the...
Exploring Red Oak Nature Center: Cave, easy hikes, nature-based playground
As you know, we've been exploring the great outdoors and have made it our goal to explore at least one new trail a week. We happened to be in the Batavia area and I couldn't resist a visit to Red Oak Nature Center in Batavia. This is the perfect place for beginning...
Simple Pumpkin Fun at Dave’s Pumpkins in Huntley
Looking for pumpkins without the added frills? Make a quick stop to Dave's Pumpkins in Huntley. Think of it as simple farmstand with a few attractions to keep the kids busy. I took the kids during an e-learning break and found it was a great way to break up the...
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