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Our First National Park
We just wrapped up a big trip to 9 national parks in the Rocky Mountain region, but coincidentally, an article I wrote about the FIRST national park my daughter ever visited published this week. If you’re interested, you can hop over to the Hot Springs, Arkansas website and learn about the rather surprising National Park located right in the middle of town. You’ll also learn about how the Junior Ranger program works and get some … Read entire article »
Filed under: Arkansas, Education, Guest Blogger, Mommyhood, Things to Do in Central Arkansas, Travel
Getting Rid of All. The. Things. with #2016in2016
One of my goals this year is to de-clutter and simplify! So, I’m participating in the #2016in2016 project. It’s a simple concept – get rid of 2016 things from our house this year. The kids are getting in on the fun too! You can learn more about it and see some of our progress over at Do Good Work, where my friend Jacqueline interviewed me on the what and why of giving away 2016 things. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Guest Blogger, Homemaking, Mommyhood
Throwback: The Sugar Plum Ball
Thought I’d share a little Thursday Throwback via this post that I wrote for Only in Arkansas about the Sugar Plum Ball (go read it). Carina and Craig attended when Carina was age 3 and 4 and had so much fun! … Read entire article »
Filed under: Guest Blogger, Things to Do in Central Arkansas
Organizing Winter Gear
I have a guest post up this week over on my dear friend Nancy’s blog, There is Grace. It’s a step by step guide on how I tackled the Polar Gear Vortex that was my front entryway last winter. If you’re already dreading the bundling, unbundling, and searching for lost gloves that this season brings, go check out this fun and easy DIY winter organization project! … Read entire article »
Filed under: 417 With Kids, Guest Blogger, Homemaking, Mommyhood
Shopping and Eating in Historic Hillcrest
The Historic Hillcrest neighborhood is one of those places that I wish I would have spent more time in when I lived in Little Rock. Last time I visited I took notes and pictures on all the fun places to eat and shop. You can read all about it over at Only in Arkansas. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Arkansas, Guest Blogger, Things to Do in Central Arkansas, Travel
A Trail of Two Cities
I want to share with you a trail of two cities. There’s action and adventure, drama and suspense, and probably some humor if you bring a funny friend. The story begins over at Only in Arkansas, where I have a post up all about the Arkansas River Trail. It’s a great place to ride with friends or family, whether you opt for the entire loop or just a small section. I’ve split the trail into four … Read entire article »
Filed under: Arkansas, Fitness, Guest Blogger, Health & Fitness, Things to Do in Central Arkansas, Travel