We went on a trip that we had always wanted to go on but didn’t think we would be able to make it happen. It was the best trip we never planned.
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Williams Hollow Loop: A Trail Review
The entire Pea Ridge National Military Park is one of our favorite places to visit. At the time of this publication, the park’s visitors center is closed due to Covid-19. The park charges $10 per individual, $20 per car, $15 per motorcycle, or a $35 annual pass. Williams Hollow Loop is 2.2 mile hike in Pea Ridge National Military Park….
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Pigeon Roost Lake Overlook: A Trail Review
One of my favorite trails to do with the kids is the Pigeon Roost Overlook at Hobbs State Park. It’s an 8.5 mile loop with several backpacking campsites (currently closed due to Covid-19. I will update as soon as they are open.) But if you are looking for a shorter distance, the 1.2 mile hike to the lake & back…
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‘Tis the Season of Motherhood
We have a kiddo who isn’t sleeping. Says there’s scary noises in their room. Doesn’t matter what we’ve tried there’s no convincing them it’s safe. Which leaves Todd & I basically back on the newborn schedule of being up every two hours. We’re exhausted, kiddo is exhausted, & the family is exhausted. Nights feel hard right now. ‘Tis the season….
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The Best No Bake, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie
Lots of people have some sort of a no bake, peanut butter chocolate cookies in their recipe index. But no one has Grandma Byrd Cookies. I think most families have that one recipe that is so special & sacred, they are sure their family was the one to come up with it. That’s exactly how I felt about Grandma Byrd…
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