Marlena Renner
Wreaths Across America 2024
Tomorrow, we will head out to Alton National Cemetery and join other area Scouts of America to place wreaths on the gravestones of over 500 men and women who served in the U.S. Military,...
New Orleans – Family Vacation Edition
When we found out my husband's national convention was going to be in New Orleans we were excited— a perfect place for us to get away. The universe sometimes has plans for us and...
Racing to Indianapolis
Summer time is road trip time! We are excited to re-share this travel post with you!
Another summer, another opportunity to turn one of my husband's conferences into a family vacation spot. This June, we...
Hermann, Missouri: Your Getaway Guide
If you’re looking for a wine-and-food road trip this summer, might I suggest Hermann, Missouri? I grew up not far from there, so when I get to share it with friends, it's always fun....
Let’s Play Cards… and Not Just “Go Fish”
There's more to card games than War and Go Fish! In honor of "Play More Cards Day," I compiled a list of our go-to games that only involve cards! Every game on this list,...
It’s National Book Month – Get Inspired for Your Next Read
What is better than a good book? To help celebrate National Book Month this October, I've compiled a list of some of my son's favorite books, along with a few selections from my personal...
Spina Bifida Awareness Month: Meet Katelyn
As October is Spina Bifida Awareness month, we are resharing a post from 2022.
"Can I ask why you're in a wheelchair?"
It's a pretty simple question and one that I should have asked years ago.
I...
Omaha: One Last Road Trip This Summer
Looking for a road trip destination? We are re-sharing this post about Omaha that ran in August, 2022, for inspiration!
Another month, another conference for my husband, Andy. This time we found ourselves in Omaha,...
Prepare For National Pokémon Day on February 27
I don't know when Pokémon ™ entered our world, but according to an in-depth conversation with Josh, it was approximately two years ago. The complicated names of dinosaurs were replaced with just-as-complex names of...
Alton: A Food Tour to Savor
Dining out in Alton, IL just got easier, thanks to these recommendations!
It started as a simple question, “Where can you eat in Alton?” And as I started rattling off my list of favorite things...