During my senior year of high school, my parents moved our family down to Odessa, Texas. It didn’t take long for us to jokingly nickname it “Odessa-lation.” This dusty West Texas town felt desolate, a bit eerie, and honestly—just plain uninviting. So, when my husband and I eventually relocated to Colorado, I was more than …
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The Best Things To Do In Midland, Texas With Kids
Right in the heart of the oil field and surrounded by forests of mesquite trees is the West Texas town of Midland, Texas. Other than being home to the Rockhounds baseball team and a huge selection of Mexican restaurants, most people don’t know what to do in this barren town. Challenge accepted! I grabbed my …
Colorado Unicorn Festival: Where Fantasy Meets Reality
Once upon a time… is happening right now. The Colorado Unicorn Festival isn’t just another summer event—it’s a full-blown fairytale brought to life. Picture a world overflowing with unicorns, princesses, fairies, mermaids, and dragons. Whether you’re five or fifty, stepping through the gates feels like stepping into a storybook. This isn’t make-believe. It’s an annual …
Kid Friendly Hikes On Independence Pass In Aspen, Colorado
I was fortunate to live in the Aspen/Glenwood Springs valley for a couple years of my life. The entire valley was absolutely breathtaking, but Aspen in particular was a gem! This small rustic town is surrounded by giant snowcapped mountains, and to leave the valley you will have to drive through some sort of mountains. …



