Spending the holidays at South Padre Island KOA Holiday
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Spending the holidays at South Padre Island KOA Holiday

I’ve never really been an outdoorsy person, so the thought of camping is not a very reassuring one for me. When our family was invited to spend a weekend over at South Padre Island’s KOA I had my apprehensions… Would there be a tent involved? How would I cook? What sort of bathroom facilities would…

Stepping back in time at Washington On The Brazos {#VisitBrenham}
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Stepping back in time at Washington On The Brazos {#VisitBrenham}

Pairing education with travel is always a plus when we travel and now with Dottie learning more about Texas history in school, an invitation to tour Washington On The Brazos was welcomed. This 293 acre historic site was the place where 59 delegates met to sign the formal declaration of Independence from Mexico, on March 2,…

Milk a cow, bottle feed a calf and more at Jersey Barnyard, Brenham
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Milk a cow, bottle feed a calf and more at Jersey Barnyard, Brenham

When you’re invited to visit a 100 year old farm, you don’t say no… especially when you’ve secretly always wanted to have a taste of the farm life! Milk a cow, bottle feed a calf and more at Jersey Barnyard While being hosted in Brenham, an educational tour at the 740 acre, four generation run, Jersey Barnyard…

The 50’s styled Southern Flyer Diner in Brenham, Texas

The 50’s styled Southern Flyer Diner in Brenham, Texas

Update: The Southern Flyer Diner in Brenham sadly permanently closed its doors in 2020.  Looking for a family restaurant in Brenham, Texas? Try the 50’s styled Southern Flyer Diner in Brenham, Texas, aka the Brenham Airport Diner. Old-fashioned diners in Texas are difficult to come by, so don’t miss this one! My son loves airplanes,…

Grape stomping at Windy Winery, Brenham, Texas. {#VisitBrenham}
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Grape stomping at Windy Winery, Brenham, Texas. {#VisitBrenham}

  While looking through the list of experiences we could enjoy while visiting Washington County, grape stomping jumped off that list. We’ve read so much about grape stomping in books and watched the same in movies that this became one of our must-dos on the trip. Grape stomping at Windy Winery, Brenham, Texas. We were…

Top 5 things to do with kids in Washington County, Texas {#VisitBrenham}

Top 5 things to do with kids in Washington County, Texas {#VisitBrenham}

When our family was invited to be guests of Brenham’s CVB, we were promised we’d walk away with beautiful memories. The experiences shared below have not been influenced. We really did have an awesome trip!   Nestled in the heart of Texas, halfway between Houston and Austin, lies Washington County, a place history books applaud…

Have you been to Grub Burger in Houston?
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Have you been to Grub Burger in Houston?

When you step into a restaurant and see a long line of people patiently waiting to be seated, you know there’s something there you don’t want to miss out on. That’s the case with Grub Burger. This upscale burger restaurant bakes their own bread from scratch, every hour and grinds their signature brisket and chuck blend…

Sweet Paris Crêperie & Cafe, Houston
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Sweet Paris Crêperie & Cafe, Houston

Our family was invited to be a part of this year’s #GoHouston FAM trip organized by New Creative Writing and Social Media Marketing. This in no way influences our opinions on the experiences enjoyed. . Do you like to travel?  Have you ever been to Paris?  Maybe Paris, Texas?  How about Paris in Houston, Texas? Let your…

Hubbell and Hudson Kitchen: A Culinary Treat in Woodlands, Houston
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Hubbell and Hudson Kitchen: A Culinary Treat in Woodlands, Houston

Our family was invited to be a part of this year’s #GoHouston FAM trip organized by New Creative Writing and Social Media Marketing. This in no way influences our opinions on the experiences enjoyed. . My family and I love to try new dining experiences when we travel.  On our recent visit to The Woodlands, through the…

The Hyatt Market Street, The Woodlands Hotels, Houston.
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The Hyatt Market Street, The Woodlands Hotels, Houston.

Our family was invited to be a part of this year’s #GoHouston FAM trip organized by New Creative Writing and Social Media Marketing. This in no way influences our opinions on the experiences enjoyed.   How many days off do you get in the Summer?  Yeah, there is no such thing as Summer Days off.  For those…

Schlitterbahn South Padre with Young Kids {+ 5 Tips} #BahnLove

Schlitterbahn South Padre with Young Kids {+ 5 Tips} #BahnLove

Early on this week, our family took our first trip to the Schlitterbahn Water Park in South Padre Island. To be honest, I really wasn’t sure if Baby Girl and Little Man would have much to do as I’ve always been under the impression that the park is better suited for older kids, teens and…