There are some places in the world that sink right into your soul. Yosemite National Park - like Yellowstone National Park - is such a place. It's so majestic, so unearthly in beauty, that you can't help but want to get right down on your knees. It's no wonder that Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Grant in 1864 to protect and preserve the space. With an elevation … [Read More...]
Road Trips
4 Road Trip Tips
It took us 6 hours flat to get from our house to Albuquerque, New Mexico. We only stopped once, a quick bathroom break alongside the road. Everyone was happy the … [Read More...]
RV Travel
The Plan: Sell Everything. Live in an RV. Give Every Day.
Our 3-year-old was talking to one of her friends on the phone this week: “Our plan is to sell our house, live in an RV, and help lots of people and all of the kids … [Read More...]
Recent Highlights
Birthday Gift Guide for 9-Year-Old Girls
Age nine is really fun. Kids this age are on the cusp of growing up, but they're still happy to play in the mud, do crazy cannonballs into the pool, and dress up for afternoons of make-believe. If you have a 9-year-old girl in your life, I have some … [Read More...]
Disney Vacations
Where to Eat at Disneyland: Rancho del Zocalo
Before heading to Disneyland, I always research where to eat in the parks. I'm specifically looking for: big portion sizes, healthy options, affordability, and shade (especially important for summer and fall visits). Time and time again, we end up … [Read More...]
Hello from Disneyland
I can barely keep my eyes open after all of the wonderment of yesterday and today. After a day running through the parks, all I want to do is get under the covers and snuggle with my littlest - which is what I'm going to do in about 5 minutes. Before I … [Read More...]
