‘Alfonso Goes Home’ by Des Moines Author

Alfonso Goes Home by Des Moines Author It has been fun to highlight and share with all of you some amazing local authors in the Des Moines area. The books we have shared are not only fun to read, but also bring to light important topics. Alfonso Goes Home was written by Jamie Talbott-Lamb does just that and also part of the proceeds goes to a great cause. Learn more below! When did you first...

Fun Places to See Animals in the Des Moines Area

Fun Places to See Animals in Des Moines, Iowa We love to see and play with animals whenever we can! Maybe it is my old veterinary technician heart shining through, but it always brings me so much joy. My kids love it just as much. Recently, I discovered there are tons of great places to see and interact with all types of animals in the Des Moines, Iowa area. Take a look at the list...

Kid-Friendly KC Destinations

Kid-Friendly KC Destinations When many people think of Kansas City they may first thing of Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, but the KC area is HUGE and offers so many kid-friendly KC destinations. There are a ton of hidden gems located in the area and I am sharing a handful with you. Note: Due to COVID-19 the state of Kansas has a mask mandate in place. In addition, many businesses require masks in...

Goat Yoga a Bucket List Item for All Ages

Goat Yoga a Bucket List Item for All Ages Many of us have dipped our toes in some form of yoga. I love how this practice of movement has become a creative outlet for so many. There are tons of ways to practice yoga whether it is hot yoga, outdoors, indoors, different themes, or Goat Yoga! Goat Yoga has become one of our favorite things to experience during the Summer. I will admit not much...

Clear Lake, Iowa | A Yurt Experience!

Clear Lake, Iowa | A Yurt Experience You all know I love a fun and unique experience! Sleeping in a yurt has been on my bucket list and we finally crossed it off a few weeks ago with a visit to Clear Lake, Iowa. We have traveled to Clear Lake, Iowa a couple of times but it has been offseason. I had been waiting for the opportunity to enjoy a long summer weekend in this...