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sprouts cooking school in carmel, indiana
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Sprouts Cooking School in Carmel, Indiana

I attended a bloggers night at Sprouts Cooking School for Kids. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Spring break is around the corner and not too far after that it’s summer! If you’re looking for a good activity for the kids in Carmel, Sprouts Cooking School for kids is a great place to look. […]

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Sit in Captain Kirk's chair at the Star Trek exhibit at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
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Star Trek at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Where are my Trekkie’s? If you haven’t been to the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis lately, you’ll want to make a trip out here. Open until April 7th, you’ll be able to check out the Star Trek exhibit featuring many items and experiences any Trekkie will love. Before the exhibit opened, my family got a special […]

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Backyard Tourist: Riding the Nickel Plate Express in Atlanta, Indiana

Slow down this holiday season, and take a cozy ride on the Nickel Plate Express. We received a complimentary ride on the train in exchange for our honest thoughts.  Taking a train ride is a bit of an iconic experience in this country. Oh the trains are still there, but in our fast paced society, […]

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Take a trip to Piney Acres Farm in Fortville, Indiana. Run through the corn maze, and pick up your christmas tree.
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A Visit to Piney Acres Farm and a NinjaZone Academy Giveaway

A few weeks ago we attended Piney Acres Farm Influencer Event sponsored by NinjaZone Academy.  One of my favorite parts of fall is the opening of all the farms. They always have fun things to do, and it is the perfect weather to get outside with the family.  Piney Acres Farm is located in Fortville, […]

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Gather your family and friends for an urban adventure quest in Indianapolis.
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Our Urban Adventure Quest in Indianapolis

Have you ever wanted to go on a self-guided walking tour that’s also a scavenger hunt? If the answer is yes, then Urban Adventure Quest is for you! I received a complimentary Urban Adventure Quest in exchange for this post.  You may also enjoy – A Trip to the Limberlost Urban Adventure Quest is like […]

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The Limberlost State Historic Site in Geneva, Indiana makes a fun affordable day trip in Indiana.
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A Trip to the Limberlost in Geneva, Indiana

For families on a budget, the best kind of summer vacation involves day trips to get to know their home state better. I received comped tickets to The Limberlost State Historic Site. All opinions are my own.  Check out these other places to visit in Indiana. In an effort to be better at budgeting, and […]

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Visit the Reel West at the Eiteljorg’s newest Exhibit

Love Hollywood’s Westerns? Then you will thoroughly enjoy yourself at the Eiteljorg’s newest exhibit: The Reel West. I received tickets and lunch in exchange for my honest thoughts on this exhibit. All opinions are my own.  When we first moved to Indiana, as I searched for new experiences, I came across the Eiteljorg Museum of […]

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Get the local dish on the best breakfast places in Carmel, Indiana
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Eat Like a Local Across the United States

Do you eat like a local when you travel? One of my favorite ways to travel is to act like I live there. There’s a connection we can make when visiting other areas of the country if we don’t act like a tourist. By eating at places the locals love, we can make those connections, […]

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Get the local dish on the best breakfast places in Carmel, Indiana
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The Local Dish: Best Breakfast Places in Carmel, Indiana

What is the best breakfast? It’s been my goal this year to introduce my kids to breakfasts that aren’t cereal. The problem is cereal is just so easy, and they all really love it. I, however, do not enjoy cereal all the much. In an effort to find inspiration, and a need to get out […]

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Visit Tuttle Orchards in Central Indiana.
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Behind the Orchard at Tuttle Orchards

During September Lincoln and I had the chance to take a tour at Tuttle Orchards in Greenfield, Indiana. It was a nice relaxing day, just what I needed that month.  Tuttle Orchards has been growing apples for 88 years, and currently has over 23 varieties of delicious apples! That’s a long time to be in […]

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