I moved from Glenwood Springs, Colorado to West Texas! Can you believe we would leave green heaven for West Texas!? I know I can’t, but when God calls you kinda its best to do what He says right!? Anyway, Glenwood Springs and Midland couldn’t be more different. Glenwood is surrounded by mountains, decorated with trees, …
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Kid-Approved Things To Do in Dolores, Colorado
Mesa Verde National Park is located between Cortez and Mancos, Colorado. This National Park is a preservation area of incredible Native American ruins built into the sides of desert mountains. Just like all National Parks it beacons visitors from all over the world. The question is, what else is there to do in this southwest …
Where are the Trolls In Dayton, Ohio?
Going on a bear hunt is old school, troll hunting is the new thing. When most people are exploring western Ohio it is to visit Cincinnati, but they are missing out on the true gem of western Ohio and that is Dayton! Why is Dayton so special you ask, one word…..trolls! Trolls in Dayton, Ohio …
Exploring Palo Duro with Kids: A Family-Friendly Hike To Palo Duro Caves
What I love about Texas is that it has a little bit of everything. You can spend the day on the beach then drive to the mountains, desert, lakes, forests, or even salt flats without even leaving the state. So its not too surprising to say that Texas even has its very own version of …
Essential Tips For Visiting Joshua Tree National Park With Kids
I LOVED Joshua Tree National Park!! If I am being honest, when I first thought of going to Joshua Tree I thought it was just going to be another desert like where I live in West Texas. I expected a couple of actual Joshua Trees and maybe some cactus, but that was it. My expectations …
Yosemite In A Day: Maximizing Adventure In Minimal Time
You are about to visit Disney Land for adults, Yosemite National Park! Just like my kids get excited for Disney I have that same amount of excitement for this gorgeous National Park! It is incredible and I am sure that is not the last time I will describe Yosemite in that way. I visited Yosemite …
What We Wish We Had Known Before Hiking To The Desk On Hancock Hill
Have you ever been just scrolling through Instagram and saw somebody doing something amazing and you think to yourself, “hey I want to do that!” This may be the story of my life. If you are a complete travel addict like me, once you see something you want to do then you automatically start planning …
Is Colorado National Monument Safe For Toddlers
Colorado National Monument is literally a must see if you are in the Grand Junction/Fruita area! Actually it is a must see in the state of Colorado! It is an incredible plateau full of unique and jaw dropping rocks and views. I literally took like 200 pictures in an hour of being there because every …
Everything You Need To Know About Spence Hot Springs
I am pretty sure Jemez Springs is why New Mexico is called the ‘Land of Enchantment!’ This beautiful, mountainous land will make you second guess yourself that you are really even actually in New Mexico! Desert Indian ruins, giant waterfalls, thick pine forests, fishing ponds, breathtaking creeks, and so much more in just one New …
Unveiling The Hidden Gem: A Guide To Hiking To Cox Canyon Arch
Whoever nicknamed New Mexico as the ‘land of enchantment’ was a genius. This state is a state full of unexpected wonders. It can be the ugliest state you have ever seen, but it will surprise you with incredible, jaw-dropping wonders! In the absolute middle of nowhere between Durango and Aztec is the desert wonder of …