Our First Big “theme park” Family Vacation: Nine Days, One Van, Zero Regrets

It started with a Christmas promise: a trip to LEGOland and the Wild Animal Park (okay, Safari Park—but I’ll always call it the Wild Animal Park). We decided to wrap it around my husband’s big bike race, the Belgium Waffle Ride—yes, there were waffles, no, it wasn’t in Belgium—and turn it into a full-blown family … Continue reading Our First Big “theme park” Family Vacation: Nine Days, One Van, Zero Regrets

Vacation Day 7: Clean Up and Beach Day – A Perfect End to Our Trip

Day 7 was our clean-up day. After an incredible week, it was time to pack up, check out of the Airbnb, and head to the next stop: the state beach where my parents were camping. The whole vibe of the day was relaxing and slow-paced—a perfect way to wind down after the busy days at … Continue reading Vacation Day 7: Clean Up and Beach Day – A Perfect End to Our Trip

Why Adventure is a Non-Negotiable in Our Homeschool

When we first started homeschooling, I knew I wanted something different. I didn’t want our days to be confined to four walls, stuck at a table with worksheets and a never-ending to-do list. I wanted learning to be alive—something we could see, touch, and experience. That’s why adventure is a non-negotiable in our homeschool. In fact, we … Continue reading Why Adventure is a Non-Negotiable in Our Homeschool