Florida soft shelled turtle at LaChua trail Gainesville

Great Educational Things To Do In Gainesville With Kids

  I love small cities and I love discovering new places.  I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised on our recent family trip to Gainesville as I did not expect to find so many awesome and educational activities for the kids.  There is so much more to Gainesville than being the home to the … Read more

pool area at the Hyatt Regency Orlando

Summer Fun At the Hyatt Regency Orlando

Located at the heart of Orlando’s International Drive the Hyatt Regency Orlando is close to Sea World and Aquatica and to countless restaurants and other attractions.  While the location is ideal it’s the service and amenities that really set this Orlando hotel apart.  From the moment we walked in we where greeted by friendly staff and … Read more

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The Secret Life Of Pets Road Trip Games – Free Printables

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Mott’s®. The opinions and text are all mine. #MottsMovieBonus This easy to make lunch box inspired by The Secret Life Of Pets, an upcoming movie, and is perfect for taking healthy snacks on the road. This DIY lunch box includes road trip games inspired … Read more

Florida road trip games free printables

Florida Road Trip Games – Free Printables

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DayMaid #CollectiveBias Summer is here and with it family road trips. As my kids get older I sometimes struggle with finding ways to keep them happy and entertained in the car. Both of my kids love road games and … Read more

Portobello fish burger with avocado and strawberry mango salsa

Portobello Fish Burgers With Strawberry Mango Salsa

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #Swapyourburger #CollectiveBias I can tell you right now that you will be truly blown away by this portobello fish burger recipe with avocado and strawberry mango salsa; seriously brace yourselves! Not only is fish leaner and lighter but the … Read more

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3 Easy Steps For Staying Fit During Summer

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TasteFitKitchen #CollectiveBias Staying healthy and fit is something I work hard at every day. But staying fit isn’t easy.  Aside from exercise a good diet accounts for 80% of maintaining a healthy weight. Sometimes, because of our busy lives, … Read more

strawberry and mango salsa

Strawberry And Mango Salsa

This fresh and delicious tropical mango and strawberry salsa recipe is perfect for accompanying fish, chicken or pork.  It’s easy to make and the combination of flavors and textures really comes together to create a refreshing summer side dish. If you have been reading the blog lately you might have noticed that I have been using … Read more

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Staying Hydrated When You Hike During Summer

  Summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy nature. A lot of outdoor activity under the blazing sun can pose a few hazards that can be mitigated with some preparation; the most important of them being dehydration. Most Americans are chronically dehydrated. And most of us don’t know it. Sometimes we know … Read more

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Tips For Traveling When Your Child Suffers From Bedwetting

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RestEasyWithCVS #CollectiveBias Bedwetting can be a difficult situations for kids, specially older kids. My daughter struggles with bed wetting and at home we have a bedtime routine that includes not drinking anything before bedtime, going to the bathroom before bed … Read more