Your idea of a great vacation probably does not involve a whole lot of whining. Before taking our first big family trip, we were nervous about how our kids would tolerate long travel days. I am happy and relieved to say that they put our worries to rest, and we love traveling together. To keep […]
Stroll through prehistoric Illinois, admire a hall of gems and explore an Egyptian tomb at the Field Museum. We love visiting the Field Museum in Chicago with our kids. We want to share our experience and tips for visiting this world class museum of natural history on the shores of Lake Michigan. Come along with
Kline Creek Farm is one of our favorite hidden gems in Chicago’s western suburbs. We love that this working 1890s era farm connects us with nature, history and our larger community. For our most recent visit, we spent five and a half hours there! That was just the latest of many days our family has
Chicagoland locals and visitors alike can spend a great day in Oak Park, Illinois. Just off the western edge of Chicago, Oak Park is a charming mix of vibrant urban life and small town charm. You can find history and art at the homes of both Frank Lloyd Wright and Ernest Hemingway. Add verdant parks,
A beach vacation can be wonderfully relaxing, but packing for it beforehand can be stressful. We have shaped and re-shaped our own packing list. Today, we are sharing the beach section of that packing list with you. Here is the list of items we brought on our summer beach vacation to Crystal Cove State Park.
We can hear the birds chirping around Chicago as the days get warmer and the trees get greener. Spring is around the corner, and so is spring break. Today, we are sharing a quick list of fun things to do with kids near the Chicago Loop. See Some Animals We love Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. Gather
