I live in West Texas. A common thought that passes through people’s minds as they drive through this vast section of Texas is, “Why would anyone live here!?” West Texas in general is a vast desert of mesquite bushes, dirt, and oil rigs. It is decorated with trash blown off of oil trucks, smells like …
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My Top Things To Do In Texas Bucket List
I have been asked several times, money aside what are all the top things I would do in Texas. Obviously each time I am asked I scramble together some of my top things, but I thought it would be more fun to actually write it all down. My Texas bucket list consists of multiple sections; …
4 Unmissable Things to Do with Kids in Cheyenne, Wyoming
We had some friends over a few months back. They were asking me questions about traveling and one of the men asked, “What was one of your favorite places you visited this year?” To my surprise all three of our guests burst into laughter at my answer. They proceed to tell me that I must …
Top Things To See And Do In Monahans, Texas
One of the best things about Texas is that this giant state has it all. It has beaches, mountains, prairie land, swamps, dense forests, and barren desert. Monahans, Texas is a tiny west Texas town located deep in the oil field of Texas, but this tiny town adds one of the remarkable gems that makes …
The BEST Things to Do in Lubbock, Texas with Kids
Driving through West Texas, the only thing within hours are oil rigs and dirt. Finding towns like Lubbock, Texas is the middle of this mesquite desert is pretty close to Dorothy finding Oz! Most West Texas towns are very small and are lucky to have a Walmart or even a McDonalds. While that is the …
How To Spend A Day in The Colony, Texas
Dallas, Texas is number one on the most visited places in Texas for a reason. There is so much to do in this giant city! This is a town the whole family will absolutely love, and one that expands even beyond the skyscrapers. Surrounding Dallas are tons of fun smaller towns that all connect to …
Don’t Miss These Stunning Gardens in West Texas
Fun fact about me, I was named after a flower. I was born in Georgia and all over the state are these gorgeous rose looking bushes called Camillia flowers, hence my name Camilla. That being said growing up my mama always called me her flower girl. I was a flower for Halloween one year, I …
This Is Why The Get Out Pass Is Your Ticket to Affordable Family Fun
I love to travel! If you are reading this, then I guess you do to. But I am also a mom. A mom of 4 little kids who loves to travel. I could have picked so many cheaper hobbies, but nope I chose the 2 most expensive hobbies ever; motherhood and traveling. Since becoming a …
Top Kid Friendly Hikes In West Texas Outside of Big Bend
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, …
Must-Have Essentials You Need For Your Next Family Camping Trip
I love to travel and since having kids this has not changed. In fact I feel like I love traveling even more now that I have children! I love the adventures we go on and the memories we create together. Only problem is traveling is an expensive hobby. Now quadruple that high cost by adding …