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Brewer’s game! Miller Park – Milwaukee, WI

FINALLY made it to a Brewer’s game this year!  I love the atmosphere at ball games, and in my opinion there isn’t a bad seat in the house!  Between the food…

Camping road trip – Iowa

A couple of weekends ago, we decided to do a last-minute camping excursion!  We had a birthday party in Iowa, and were planning on staying with family/friends, or possibly getting a hotel.  Then…

Hermit Crab Races at the Owl – Grenada

Hermit crab races have long been a tradition at The Owl, on Grand Anse Beach, and after spending an evening cheering for my chosen hermit crab, I can easily understand why! Wanting to make sure…

Midwest Winter Travel & Activities

Alright, I will be the first to admit: when I think of travel, I daydream of a nice warm beach somewhere.  But, there are so many other activities to appreciate (or at least try once…

Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices – Springfield, IL

Heading to Springfield?  Looking for things to do?  Here’s a look at the famous Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices located downtown. While in Springfield for a weekend last spring, we also ate at the…

Cozy Dog Drive In – Springfield, IL – Route 66

While taking a mini road trip along part of Route 66 in Illinois, I knew we had to check out Cozy Dog Drive In!  It was pretty close to all of the Lincoln & other…

Breakfast at the farm – Wisconsin

If you’ll be visiting Wisconsin during the summer I highly recommend checking out a “breakfast at the farm” event.  If you haven’t been to Wisconsin, summers are the perfect…

Dana-Thomas House – Springfield, IL

When initially planning our trip to Springfield, IL I knew we would have to check out the Abraham Lincoln Museum, which also had an exhibit with movie sets, props & costumes from the movie &#8220…