Posted in Advice on December 17th, 2007 by: Lisa
Lists are an important thing to do when you are planning to travel. I use to laugh at my mom for making lists. However, it is the best way to make sure you don’t forget anything. You should start your list making at least a week in advance. You should make a list of everything you need to shop for. Your next list should be everything you should pack. You should also make a list of all your information like credit card numbers in case your purse or wallet would get stolen. This list should stay in your hotel room and an additional copy should stay at home. You should also have a list for each day of the week with the things you need to get done that day.
With these lists, you should be well organized for your trip and you shouldn’t forget anything!
Lists are an important thing to do when you are planning to travel. I use to laugh at my mom for making lists. However, it is the best way to make sure you don’t forget anything. You should start your list making at least a week in advance. You should make a list of everything you need to shop for. Your next list should be everything you should pack. You should also make a list of all your information like credit card numbers in case your purse or wallet would get stolen. This list should stay in your hotel room and an additional copy should stay at home. You should also have a list for each day of the week with the things you need to get done that day.
With these lists, you should be well organized for your trip and you shouldn’t forget anything!
Tags: mom, travel
Posted in Uncategorized on December 11th, 2007 by: Lisa
Why am I talking about Mad Gringo Hawaiian shirts on a travel blog? Well, these shirts scream vacation to me. Though these aren’t up Bill’s alley, I do know a person that absolutely loves Hawaiian shirts:
This is my sister’s husband Andy. As you can tell, he is a huge fan of Hawaiian shirts. He even think Hawaiian is a color, and has taught Madison that (yes, her preschool teachers love that). If you check out my sister’s blog, any pictures she has of any on there he is wearing a Hawaiian shirt. That is how much he loves them. He is a pretty easy person to shop for, because well you can guess what we buy him. He would love to win a Hawaiian shirt over at the contest on Drew’s blog the Wired Kayaker, so I decided to enter for him. He deserves it, since he makes my sister happy (and what more can I ask for). Here’s some more information about the contest:
Why am I talking about Mad Gringo Hawaiian shirts on a travel blog? Well, these shirts scream vacation to me. Though these aren’t up Bill’s alley, I do know a person that absolutely loves Hawaiian shirts:
This is my sister’s husband Andy. As you can tell, he is a huge fan of Hawaiian shirts. He even think Hawaiian is a color, and has taught Madison that (yes, her preschool teachers love that). If you check out my sister’s blog, any pictures she has of any on there he is wearing a Hawaiian shirt. That is how much he loves them. He is a pretty easy person to shop for, because well you can guess what we buy him. He would love to win a Hawaiian shirt over at the contest on Drew’s blog the Wired Kayaker, so I decided to enter for him. He deserves it, since he makes my sister happy (and what more can I ask for). Here’s some more information about the contest:
Tags: hawaii, hawaiian, mad_gringo, shirt, travel
Posted in Illinois, Oak Lawn on December 10th, 2007 by: Lisa
Madison loved The Children’s Museum In Oak Lawn, Illinois. Mom, on the other hand, not so impressed. I found that admission price was a bit high for what we found there. Adults are $4 and kids are $3.50. They toys and things to do were considerably old. There wasn’t a lot of room and the place easily got trashed. When we went, they were busy, and you felt like you were on top of everyone else. Currently, it is located in a very small building. They are in the process of raising money to move the museum and get newer projects for the kids to do. Once this happens, it will be a great place to take your kids. However, until that happens, I would pass on going here.
Madison loved The Children’s Museum In Oak Lawn, Illinois. Mom, on the other hand, not so impressed. I found that admission price was a bit high for what we found there. Adults are $4 and kids are $3.50. They toys and things to do were considerably old. There wasn’t a lot of room and the place easily got trashed. When we went, they were busy, and you felt like you were on top of everyone else. Currently, it is located in a very small building. They are in the process of raising money to move the museum and get newer projects for the kids to do. Once this happens, it will be a great place to take your kids. However, until that happens, I would pass on going here.
Tags: children, childrens_museum, Illinois, mom, money, museum, oak_lawn
Posted in Green Bay, Wisconsin on December 3rd, 2007 by: Lisa
If you are ever in Green Bay, Wisconsin, this is a place you should definitely stop at. Where else can you go, take your kids, not spend over $20, and spend the whole day there?
Bay Beach has been around since 1892 in varies incarnations. The rides that have been offered have changed over the years, but the affordability has not. Tickets are still 10 cents. Some rides require 1 ticket, some 2. I think the train ride and the pony rides are extra. As a child, I loved this place. As an adult, I love bringing my kids here.
They have rides for both adults
And kids:
Not only do they have amusement park rides, train rides, and pony rides, they also have a pavilion that can be rented. There is also a park and picnic area too.
Snacks such as ice cream, soda, cotton candy, slushes, sno-cones, and nachos range in price from $1.00 - $2.00. The Pavilion “fast food” items range in price from $1.25 - $5.00 which includes hotdogs, hamburgers, brats, chicken sandwiches, pizzas, french fries, etc. Daily Specials include a sandwich, snack item, and a soda for $4.00. Taxes are included in all prices.
This is a one stop shop for affordable fun!
If you are ever in Green Bay, Wisconsin, this is a place you should definitely stop at. Where else can you go, take your kids, not spend over $20, and spend the whole day there?
Bay Beach has been around since 1892 in varies incarnations. The rides that have been offered have changed over the years, but the affordability has not. Tickets are still 10 cents. Some rides require 1 ticket, some 2. I think the train ride and the pony rides are extra. As a child, I loved this place. As an adult, I love bringing my kids here.
They have rides for both adults
And kids:
Not only do they have amusement park rides, train rides, and pony rides, they also have a pavilion that can be rented. There is also a park and picnic area too.
Snacks such as ice cream, soda, cotton candy, slushes, sno-cones, and nachos range in price from $1.00 - $2.00. The Pavilion “fast food” items range in price from $1.25 - $5.00 which includes hotdogs, hamburgers, brats, chicken sandwiches, pizzas, french fries, etc. Daily Specials include a sandwich, snack item, and a soda for $4.00. Taxes are included in all prices.
This is a one stop shop for affordable fun!
Tags: , bay_beach, fun, green_bay, park, picnic, rides, Wisconsin