by Cheryl | May 3, 2021 | destinations we EXPLORE, places we EAT, places we PLAY, places we STAY
Springfield, Illinois has long been on our wish list and finally for spring break we made it happen. My kids and I have a deep respect for Abraham Lincoln and since they are finally learning about this great president, I thought it was about time to schedule a trip....
by Cheryl | Apr 28, 2021 | destinations we EXPLORE, places we EAT, places we PLAY, places we STAY
Planning a St. Louis family trip? Yes, do it! The hardest part will be figuring out what you want to do on your vacation – the Gateway City offers so much family fun! So much that it may be a bit overwhelming.But no worries, I’m here to make your life a...
by Cheryl | Apr 26, 2021 | hikes, places we EAT, places we PLAY
I don’t know about you, but I love trying new food…but on a budget. When I heard that Restaurant Week was coming to Lake Geneva (April 24-May 2) I thought it would be the perfect excuse for a day trip. Not only did we try a few new restaurants, but we also...
by Cheryl | Apr 23, 2021 | places we PLAY
Did you hear? Tulips are coming to McHenry County! Richardson Farm in Spring Grove is debuting the first ever Tulip Festival. This is HUGE considering no one else in the Chicagoland area has done anything like this. The Richardson Farm is no stranger to fun –...
by Cheryl | Apr 22, 2021 | hikes, places we PLAY
We were in the Joliet area and couldn’t resist a chance to hike at Pilcher Park. I was on a quest for spring flowers and heard the Virginia Bluebells were abundant here. Not only did we find Bluebells but we had a fantastic hike through the woods and enjoyed a...
by Cheryl | Apr 20, 2021 | places we EAT, places we PLAY
You all know I love St. Louis. The Gateway City is such a great family friendly destination, but even more so with the addition of the newly re-imagined St. Louis Union Station. Here’s everything you need to know about the St. Louis Union Station. Disclosure: A...
