A couple of weeks ago, I was chatting with another mom about our upcoming trip to Orlando and our visit to Disney. Having grown up in Florida, I am a Disney fanatic. Ok, well maybe not fanatic but a lover of the mouse for sure. I can actually remember Disney World when there was nothing but the… [Read More]
Massanutten: The Petting Zoo
While we were on vacation, the kids wanted to go to the Petting Farm. We headed out early morning, on what we thought was going to be an overcast and cool day. It turned out to be quiet warm and we had wished we brought water and sunscreen. The petting farm is located just up… [Read More]
Vacations Before and After Children
As I was laying in a beautiful king size bed with a pair of size 7 toddler feet neatly jammed into my ribs, I started thinking about how different vacations were before I had children. Before I had children, when I walked into the enormous bathroom and saw the beautiful jacuzzi tub, I would have… [Read More]
Praise: Our Vacation at Massanutten Resort
Every year my family takes a one week vacation to refresh, rejuvenate and reconnect. Typically we head straight to the beach, do not pass go, do not collect $200. This year, my husband and I decided to try something new, something a little closer to home {the closest beach is 12-14 hours from Ohio) and… [Read More]
St. Augustine – The Fort, Castillo De San Marcos
One of the things that St. Augustine is most know for is the Castillo De San Marcos . This is a sprawling 17th Century fort is the only remaining of its kind in the United States. While these types of historical places don’t usually interest me, it really is quite an amazing place. Hand made… [Read More]
St. Augustine – The Alligator Farm
St. Augustine Alligator Farm When ever we go on a trip, I begin to prepare Ephraim by ordering a variety of tourist maps, fliers and pamphlets for him to peruse. He will often carry the maps of the cities around for days planning his adventures. We make a list of locations he wants to visit… [Read More]
St. Augustine – A Great Vacation Spot!
My family just finished up our summer vacation to St. Augustine, Florida. Once again we were blessed with the use of our dear friends parents’ large condo right on the beach. The weather was beautiful and we had a really great time. Saint Augustine Lighthouse For those of you unfamiliar with St. Augustine, it is located in… [Read More]