As I sit here at my desk, I’m four days away from my ninth and tenth runDisney race and my very first Princess Half Marathon weekend. Instead of doing that thing I need to do to prepare for the 10K and the half marathon that seemed like a good idea when I signed up, I’m going to…
The Chicago Auto Show is the world’s largest auto show. While most auto shows run the span of a weekend or a few days, the Chicago Auto Show runs from February 8th through February 17th. If you’re in or near Chicago, I highly recommend you stop by. The Chicago Auto Show makes a great family…
Yes, my kids are real brothers. Two out of three kids are adopted. At least that’s how it works in our family. We didn’t plan it that way… that’s just how it worked out. Yes my kids are real brothers. Really they are. People are curious when it comes to adoption, I get that. We’re naturally…
Disney is the most magical place on earth. No trip I’ve ever taken has ever been long enough and I’m always planning some sort of Disney adventure…my husband calls it “scheming” and he’s probably not wrong about that! But as happy and magical as Disney is, there have been elements of each of my trips…
I’m headed to the Chicago Auto Show this week and I’m excited to bring you the latest and greatest from THE largest auto show in the United States! Are going, too, or wanting to know what to expect from the Chicago Auto Show? I’ve got info! I have two auto shows under my belt: I…
If you’re looking for ridiculously easy Valentine’s decorating ideas, you’ve come to the right place. I’m not really an all occasion decorator…let me just put that out there. It’s the middle (ish) of January and there’s still a Santa Stop Here mat at my front door. Don’t judge. But one thing that can add some…
Anyone who knows me knows I love to travel. A weekend trip to explore another part of Texas? I’m always up for that…it’s a big state! A week-long (or more!) trip to another country? Bring it on. I was born with the wanderlust gene and I can’t imagine it any other way. I am kind…
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You might be asking yourself “Where in the world is Medora North Dakota?” Medora is located in the Badlands of North Dakota near the entrance to Theodore Roosevelt National Park, South Unit. Medora is full of wide open spaces, charming shops and eateries, and friendly people. Medora might be a little bit of a secret…
Are you ready to ring in the Year of the Rat? Chinese New Year starts on January 25th this year and is one of my very favorite holidays. It’s simple, it’s not commercial and it lets you get a little taste of a culture that might not be one you’re super familiar with. We didn’t…
