how to spend a rainy day at Legoland

Our family recently drove down to Carlsbad for another visit to Legoland. We’d been planning the trip for months so you can imagine how disappointed I was when a major storm was on the forecast for that same weekend! Instead of dwelling on something that we couldn’t change (which is the norm for me) I… Continue reading how to spend a rainy day at Legoland

Disney on Ice tips you need to know

Last night our family went to go see Disney on Ice presents Dare to Dream in Sacramento. It was the perfect way for us to spend Valentine’s Day together as a family. This was our first time seeing Disney on Ice so you can bet that I scoured the Internet for information. Today I’m sharing… Continue reading Disney on Ice tips you need to know

dare to dream with Disney on Ice

This post is in collaboration with Feld Entertainment. My family and I have been invited to opening night of Disney on Ice presents Dare to Dream at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. Production images courtesy of Disney on Ice and Feld Entertainment. All thoughts expressed are my own. When I was a little girl… Continue reading dare to dream with Disney on Ice

plan a romantic getaway to Rush Creek Lodge near Yosemite

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… Continue reading plan a romantic getaway to Rush Creek Lodge near Yosemite

your guide to stay and play in Carlsbad, California

I love traveling with my family–no really, I’m not being sarcastic. Things can get kind of crazy with five kids in tow but something magical happens when we travel together. You know what I don’t love though? Planning for the trip. In theory I feel like the planning aspect is something that I should love.… Continue reading your guide to stay and play in Carlsbad, California