Battle Ground Lake State Park Unique - Pin
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What Makes Battle Ground Lake State Park Unique and Popular?

As I was happily scrolling my feed on facebook I happened upon this beautiful photo of a mom & son standing on a dock. And before them was this beautiful view with a slight fog layer on the water.  The next picture was some amazing fall colors reflecting on that said water.  I had to…

Camping for our Anniversary - Hero
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The Most Full Adventure With Camping for Our Anniversary

As part of being a Kia Partner, this story is inspired by it. With the long-term use of a Kia Soul. However, all thoughts & images are 100% my own. The post may also contain affiliate links. While we were able to go camping for our anniversary, Jason’s current company does a fantastic thing for…

Kayak Willamette Falls
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What Happens When You Kayak Willamette Falls

This post is sponsored by Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. What happens when you kayak Willamette Falls?  You have a relaxing and happy time.  The end!  Oh wait, you want a little more detail?  Okay… Even before sitting down to write Immersing Ourselves at the End…

Immersing Ourselves at the End of the Oregon Trail
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Immersing Ourselves at the End of the Oregon Trail

This post is sponsored by Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Starting in the 1840s through the 1880’s many made the 2,170-mile journey starting in Independence, Missouri (read about Making of a Mom’s journey here) and ending in Oregon City, Oregon. This year, 2018, marks the 175th commemoration of…

April Adventure with Roxy
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How I Ignored My Anxiety to Have an April Adventure with Roxy

Thanks to Kia for the use of the Kia Soul Turbo that we have named RubytheKiaSoul.  They helped prompt today’s post with the use of their vehicle.  However, all thoughts and photos are 100% my own. When you have no problem leaving the house with someone else, but the mere idea of leaving the house…