Halloween with Mickey at the Disney resort

It’s no secret that I love Disneyland. Having grown up in the shadow of the Matterhorn I have a nostalgic fondness for all things Disney. Okay, not literally the Matterhorn’s shadow but you know what I mean. A short 30 minute drive and annual passes meant I spent a good majority of my childhood, teenage, and […]
7 things not to miss at Jellystone Park-Tower Park

Our family went to Jellystone Park a couple weeks ago and spoiler alert–we had the best time! Typically I don’t think of a campground as a destination in and of itself. However, that’s exactly what Jellystone Park in Lodi, California is. It’s an incredible family vacation without ever having to leave the campground. With 84 locations across […]
family glamping at half dome village

Last month we took a trip to Yosemite National Park as a family. After our plans for a campsite failed, we decided to try our first time glamping as a family. This wasn’t our first time going to Yosemite, and it was actually my second time staying at Half Dome Village. However, it was an […]
Marvel shopping guide: gear for a true avenger

If you love the Marvel movies like my family does then I’m sure you’ve got a favorite. Not just that, but I’m sure you’ve got some gear to go along with your obsession. There are so many cute and funny Marvel-themed items for sale out there. So today I’m sharing a Marvel shopping guide for […]
what to do at the Disney resort… without going to the parks!

We recently got back from a family vacation that we’d been planning for nearly a year. First we spent a few days in Carlsbad at Legoland. Then we drove up to Anaheim for a few days. My husband was attending a dental conference and I figured I could keep the kiddos entertained while he was […]