stay at Evergreen Lodge near Yosemite

Playing at the Evergreen Lodge

At the beginning of March our family took a quick trip to Yosemite National Park. It’s one of our favorite National Parks and since it’s less than four hours away from us it’s an easy one to visit. Originally we were just planning to go for the day. However, the more we talked about it […]

staying safe in our national parks

Joshua Tree National Park with kids.

This past weekend we stopped at Joshua Tree National Park on our way to Phoenix. We hadn’t originally planned on that, but when we saw that it had reopened we decided it would be a fun detour. Not all the services were operating again (Visitor Centers were closed but restrooms were opened) but we had […]

great california day trips for the whole family

Day trips in California, Monterey

As things start to open back up in California I know a lot of us are getting the itch to travel. But I also know that some of you are a little nervous about traveling. Is it safe? Where should we go? What will be open? Well, I am here to encourage you to get […]

enjoying Yosemite in Spring with kids

Yosemite in Spring with kids

In March we were able to take a quick trip to Yosemite National Park. Although it was still technically winter we’d had unusually warm and dry weather. So, we figured it would be the perfect time to go! Little did I know it would be our last trip for awhile. We were in the park […]

plan a romantic getaway to Rush Creek Lodge near Yosemite

Swimming pool at Rush Creek Lodge. Swimming pool near Yosemite National Park.

Do you have a tradition for New Year’s Eve? Typically Mike and I order some Chinese takeout and have a little movie marathon with the kids. Also, our countdown to midnight is usually at 9:00 pm. Hey, 9:00 is the new midnight! However, last week my husband and I kissed the kids goodbye and hopped in […]