On Sunday, October 21st, my family enjoyed (and paid for ourselves – just clearing that up) the Sunset Zoo Spooktacular in Manhattan, KS. Yes, the Little Apple – not to be confused with Manhattan, NY. Manhattan, Kansas is home to the totally ON FIRE Kansas State University Wildcats – they are currently #1 in the Big…
Preparing for winter to avoid another “Ice Storm of 2007” #KohlerPower
In December 2007, Kansas endured a week-long power outage from a huge ice storm. Lizzie was about 6 months old, and we were living with his parents in a beautiful log home. They had a gas-stove and some propane fireplaces, so we thankfully stayed warm and fed. But we were unable to shower. I remember…
Alldredge Orchards – Family fall experience in Missouri
Hi everyone! Please meet my newest writer – Aimee! She was one of my close friends in college and we stayed in touch (thank you Facebook.) Now she has an adorable little 18 month old girl she calls Peanut and she will be sharing food/crafts/DIY posts here. I am so excited! I really enjoyed this…
