Port Isabel Lighthouse SHS, Port Isabel
The only lighthouse in Texas that is open to the public, we love visiting the Port Isabel Lighthouse, which once illuminated the South Gulf Coast as a beacon to ships! While the town… Continue reading
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Vitruvian Lights, Addison
One of the prettiest light displays in North Texas, Vitruvian Lights in Addison occupies the trails of Vitruvian Park, and the lights reflect off the lake for some breathtaking views! People fill the… Continue reading
Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth
Texas Motor Speedway in North Fort Worth is known for it’s loud roar of engines as race cars fly around the track, race fans cheering with every lap! But during the holidays, it’s… Continue reading
10 Tips for a Terrific Ski Vacation in Red River, New Mexico
Are you ready to take the kids out to ski? New Mexico is the closest place to go in Texas, and has some incredible ski areas. I grew up skiing in Red River,… Continue reading
Prairie Lights Sneak A Peek 5K, Grand Prairie
Prairie Lights Sneak a Peek 5K Driving through the amazing lights at Prairie Lights has been a family tradition since my kids were very small. I can remember when it was originally at… Continue reading
The Best Kid-friendly Patio Restaurants in Austin
Patio restaurants are the best restaurants. It doesn’t have to be huge, some of my favorites only fit a few tables, but everyone is more at ease when you’re sitting outside, especially the… Continue reading
Bear Country USA, Rapid City, SD
When my son announced that he wanted to go to Mount Rushmore for our Summer Vacation, I was so excited because for years I’ve seen people posting their pictures of Bear Country U.S.A.,… Continue reading
Lake Texoma Family Fun Things To Do
Lake Texoma on the Texas-Oklahoma Borders is a beautiful lake with so many terrific things to do! It’s clear, cool waters are the complete oppose of the red clay waters of the Red… Continue reading
Clark Botanical Gardens, Weatherford
Clark Botanic Gardens in Weatherford is a well-known wedding destination in North Texas, but the gardens extend through past ponds, a historic tree trail, unique “themed” gardens and much more! It’s been a… Continue reading
10 Tips to a Wonderful Night at the Drive-in Movie Theater!
Summer and Drive In Movies go hand-in-hand, and it’s great to see them making such a big comeback! If you haven’t been to a drive in movie, now’s your time to go! 1.… Continue reading
10 Amazing Summer Day Trips from Fort Worth, 2018
If you’re in search of the perfect summer list of Day Trips from Fort Worth and North Texas, this is for you. If you’re having too much fun, I’ve even included places to… Continue reading
Jurassic Car Wash, Austin
It’s summer and if you just want to have some silly fun with your kids, and who doesn’t, then take them to Jurassic Car Wash in Austin! Extra parenting points if you get… Continue reading
A Weekend at Beavers Bend Resort State Park, Broken Bow, Ok
Broken Bow is quickly becoming one of the most visited areas in Oklahoma, and just 3 hours from DFW, it’s easy to see from all the Texas license plates that many Texans are… Continue reading
11 Reasons to visit The Salt Lick BBQ for your Sunday Afternoon BBQ fix, Driftwood
BBQ is huge in Texas, and one of the biggest names is the Salt Lick in Driftwood. Located just about 15 minutes West of Austin, we love it for special occasions, Sunday afternoons… Continue reading
Texas Bluebonnet Trail, Ennis
Bluebonnet Season is an abbreviated season in Texas, with the peak usually in mid-April. Drivers congest the highway service roads for pictures and take long Sunday drives with their families. All too quickly,… Continue reading