Gathered thoughts, washington Dc

Happy International Women’s Day

On our recent visit to Washington DC we took a picture of this memorial of those women that served in the Vietnam War. Today seems to be the perfect day to celebrate them . May we always remember❤️ I am so thankful for the Women who have left a legacy of honor . Those that… Continue reading Happy International Women’s Day

Gathered thoughts

Gathered Thoughts

I have found this so true in my daily life. I often rush through moments or appointments just trying to get a moment of rest but as I have started to pause more and take in those around me , I have seen such a great opportunity to share kind words and a smile..I found… Continue reading Gathered Thoughts

family adventures, Review, travel

Family Tour of the USS MIDWAY

One of our first places on our must see list in SanDiego,Ca was the Uss Midway . The Naval Aircraft carrier is bigger then life and is located in downtown San Diego at the Navy pier. Finding parking was not the easiest . The parking in the Uss Midway parking lot is small but very… Continue reading Family Tour of the USS MIDWAY

family adventures, Review, travel, Universal

Toothsome Chocolate Emporium

The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen @universalcitywalk is such a fun experience. There are so many fun details and a bit of steampunk whimsy adds to the charm. So many options of treats that everyone is bound to find a fav. One of my favorites was the assortment of macarons they offered. Definitely… Continue reading Toothsome Chocolate Emporium

Family activity, family adventures, homeschooling, pnw, Review

Schilter Family Farm

We took a day off from school to enjoy a new pumpkin patch , Schilter Family Farm 🎃.It was so much fun! It is a beautiful location and well laid out. We were able to do the corn maze , which was Top Gun themed and the maze was cut into jets .. so cool!… Continue reading Schilter Family Farm

family adventures, pnw

Mt. Rainier Family Adventure

The Mountains were calling and so we headed out to explore Mt. Rainier and do some snowshoeing . We headed up to Paradise first, since it closes earlier. It was so beautiful and the perfect spot to start our adventure. We were able to snowshoe around the Paradise Inn and get some terrific views from… Continue reading Mt. Rainier Family Adventure

Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, Disneyland, Hotel, Review, travel

Best Western Plus Park Place Inn~Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel

We recently stayed at the @bestwestern in Anaheim called the Best Western Plus Park Place Inn.It is one of Disneyland’s “Good Neighbor” Hotels..One of the first things we loved was the sticker on the door certifying it was clean and ready ..Upon entering , we were pleasantly surprised. Since our last stay a few years… Continue reading Best Western Plus Park Place Inn~Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel