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A Simple Afternoon Out AAaagggghhh, So my family was in the dreaded “quarantine“. We were at the end of it, but still not back to work or school. I had been home with my son all week. We had done the usual outside…basketball, scooter, skateboard, swimming. As well as online… Read more: Oliver Nature Park in Mansfield Texas

Wow, I just read my “Here’s My Story” page. Has anything changed? A lot yes, and, a lot no. I’m going to speak to you from my heart right now… If you are waiting for some magical thing to happen to start spending quality time with your kids…like more money… Read more: 7 Summers Later, Where Are We Now…?

It all started with a fb post … “Who’s up for ladies night indoor rock climbing then dinner in Dallas?“ I got so many responses! I knew that I NEEDED to get out and have some fun, so I put it on the calendar, offered up my van, got my… Read more: Indoor Rock Climbing, Ladies Night Edition

Considering a Trip to the Texas Hill Country? This was our first time and here’s where we went. Do you crave freedom, open spaces, and fun? IF you are anything like me then the answer is yes. and…it’s often. It’s this innate desire to be free. To let go of… Read more: Texas Hill Country ROAD TRIP

I have a confession. I just had a birthday. I’ve got a bucket list. I’m obsessive. I have anxiety about getting older. I have a lot I want to do, I mean a lot. So, here is my bucket list for 2021. Indoor Rock Climbing (Summit Rock Climbing) https://upforadventure.com/rock-climbing-gym-in-dallas-texas/ Outdoor… Read more: 2021 Bucket List

Our Exploration of Lake Whitney State Park and Cliff Jumping at Soldier Bluff Park. So it was another one of those summer days where I knew we had to do SOMETHING. My kids were bored but they didn’t know it, they were just doing what comes easy to them, like… Read more: Lake Whitney In Whitney Texas

Our Experience With Our First Visit Ever To A Rock Climbing Gym in Dallas Texas. Have you ever wanted to visit a rock climbing gym? Has this ever intrigued you? If you answered yes to either of these but haven’t done it yet, then GO!  And if you answered no,… Read more: Rock Climbing Gym in Dallas Texas

One of my favorite places to hike in the DFW area is Dogwood Canyon in Cedar Hill Texas! I love this place for so many reasons, I but I mostly love it for the steep climbs, several trail options and the beautiful wildlife and landscapes.  Whether you have small kids… Read more: Dogwood Canyon in Cedar Hill Texas

Bbbbbrrrr,   I’m cold.  Honestly I haven’t had much time to get out there lately… between work and family activities (such as basketball) and learning a new family business…I haven’t had much time to EXPLORE. But I do want to keep you encouraged…spring is literally peaking around the corner.  My… Read more: It’s Still Winter in Texas!

Ever heard the quote “American’s never walk, it’s too cold in the winter and too hot in the summer.”? I saw it on my twitter feed from a hiking account that I follow, and I thought “huh…that’s pretty accurate”.  If you want to be honest, depending on where you live… Read more: Winter Walks

For real I know what it’s like to make my family do something that’s important to me, but not really so much to ANYONE else.  I have never regretted it because I have the fondest memories of seeing my children enjoying things that they never would have if I hadn’t… Read more: How to Get Your Family Outside When They Don’t Want To Go

I love the parks in Ennis Texas! Playgrounds, boating, walking, fishing, and nature trails, Ennis Texas, located south of Dallas in Ellis County has a ton of great options to fit almost anyone! I’m so proud of the parks in ENNIS Texas that when my mom was here for a… Read more: Parks in Ennis Texas

Every time I take the kids to Six Flags taking highway 360 North I see this huge tower that reads “Loyd Park, camping, swimming, hiking…”  something like that…anyway…I always think to myself “I’ve never been there, I wonder what it’s like”. So, this labor day weekend we did not get… Read more: Loyd Park in Grand Prairie Texas

(originally posted on May 6, 2016) Every thought about going to one of these events but didn’t know what to expect?  Well here’s my lil review. 😉 Ok , So we (kinda, the kids and I) actually had a free weekend- which is few and far between, so I decided… Read more: Go Fish, Learn to fish at a State Park

(Original post date, September 11, 2016 ) My Lifetime Mantra Tandem Kayak I give this 4 stars. I bought THIS kayak because I wanted a kayak that we could all go out on.  I wasn’t sure about being able to haul around 4 or 5 kayaks, so I wanted one… Read more: Kayak

I learned something new today. One of my road blocks after buying my kayak was “how the heck do I transport this thing?” See, I bought an “over-sized” kayak to fit my needs, so, it’s bulky and doesn’t fit in my van.  I took a trip from Kansas to Texas… Read more: Rachet strap vs Cam Straps

We recently visited Turkey Mountain in beautiful Tulsa Oklahoma. What we found: Lots of people enjoying gorgeous weather and enjoying outdoor recreation in lots of different ways. Turkey Mountain is perfect for a family hike, trail riding, jogging, walking your dog (or cat, yes there was a group that had… Read more: Turkey Mountain In Tulsa Oklahoma