One of the advantages of living in the Tampa Bay area is that there is no shortage of beaches. We are surrounded by water! So our kids get to grow up in the water and at the many beaches that Tampa Bay has to offer. Not all are created equal for the family, however. No […]
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We are so fortunate to live in an area most people book their vacations. There are so many splash pads and water parks in Tampa Bay. Splashing around in water is a great way to cool off and have fun. Check out my guide to the best splash pads and water parks in Tampa Bay. […]
Every military wife knows the struggle of arriving at another new city and having to essentially restart her life. You have to find a place to live, make new friends, find all the resources for your kids, find new places to eat, find a job (if you work outside the home), the list goes on. […]
I don’t know about y’all, but I’m ready for some cooler, dryer weather. Some fall foliage would be nice too, but I won’t get greedy. Growing up in the north, the start of school and the beginning of fall were synonymous. You could almost feel the crisp air settling in as you stepped on the […]
During the spring, some Major League Baseball teams get to call Florida “home.” These fifteen teams are referred to as the “Grapefruit League.” Luckily, living in the Tampa Bay area, we are in close proximity to many of these Spring Training facilities. Baseball has been a big part of my life for 19 years. My […]
I’m an alumnus of The University of Tampa, so I spent many formative years hanging in and around downtown Tampa. I have lots of memories of hanging by the Hillsborough River, seeing movies at The Tampa Theatre, and going down to the clubs at the Channelside district. Now that I’m a mom, I still go […]
From beaches to museums, Tampa really offers something for everyone. Why not spend time exploring Tampa Bay. There are many family-friendly outdoor adventures in Tampa Bay. Let’s start with some great outdoor activities where the kids can play and get moving while learning about Tampa’s history and ecology. Outdoor Adventures Florida Botanical Gardens – Cost: Free 12520 Ulmerton Rd. […]
Fox Squirrel Corn Maze 3002 Charlie Taylor Road N Plant City, FL 33565 Fox Squirrel Corn Maze boasts everything from traditional tractor-pulled hay rides, a pumpkin patch, games, butterflies and pony rides to antiques, homemade jams, jellies, breads, arts and crafts. And of course the main attraction – a 5-acre corn maze planted and designed […]
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Thanks to our friends at Admissions Untangled for this sponsored post! The college planning and admissions process can be overwhelming. Between the applications, transcripts, essays, financial aid paperwork and housing choices… How do you know where to even start? And that’s if your student already knows what college or university he or she wants […]
The Gasparilla Music Festival (GMF) is right around the corner and it’s a fun way to spend the weekend with your family. GMF celebrates the arts in Tampa by showcasing diverse musical acts from the local community as well as musical artists with national recognition. GMF takes place at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and Kiley […]