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I planned your trip to Silver Dollar City so you didn’t have to!Heading to Branson? Save this guide for everything you n...
11/04/2026

I planned your trip to Silver Dollar City so you didn’t have to!

Heading to Branson? Save this guide for everything you need to know before your visit!

1. RIDE ALL THE RIDES!
Our favorites: powder keg, wildfire, time traveler, fire in the hole and hi-lo silo. pro tip: ride powder keg or time traveler first to beat the longer lines!

2. COME HUNGRY!
You HAVE to try the famous cinnamon bread! For lunch or dinner, we love lumberjack camp. Huge picnic tables make it the perfect spot to take a break.

3. SHOP!
Don’t miss the glassblowing demonstrations or the christmas shop across from time traveler. So many unique finds!

4. RIDE THE TRAIN!
Our favorite after-lunch activity! Enjoy a ride through the woods with a surprise show along the way. The kids love it!

5. CONSIDER A TRAILBLAZER PASS
Visiting during a busy season? Check out the different pass options to skip select ride lines and maximize your day.

6. DON’T STRESS ABOUT PARKING!
Park farther away? No worries! Shuttles will bring you right to the park entrance.

7. CATCH A SHOW!
Take a break from the rides and enjoy one of their shows or live music performances.

8. CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY?
Grab a birthday pin at the General Store when you arrive! You may get fun freebies and discounts throughout the park.

9. TAKE TIME TO EXPLORE!
Watch the artisans, explore the shops and enjoy all the little details that make this park so special.

10. MOST IMPORTANTLY… HAVE FUN
Don’t try to do it all. Make memories, eat the cinnamon bread and enjoy your day!

10/28/2026

Holiday outfit shopping just got a whole lot cuter!

We stopped by Cakewish to check out their holiday collection, and found the cutest festive finds! From adorable Christmas outfits to picture-perfect holiday looks, they have so many sweet styles to get your girls ready for the season!

Whether you’re shopping for Christmas pictures, holiday parties, or just a little extra festive fun, Cakewish is a must-stop!

Run, don’t walk, because these holiday cuties are too good to miss!

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Amazon Prime Day is October 6-7th!!We wanted to gift one of you $100 to shop all the best deals!We’ll be covering the sa...
10/05/2026

Amazon Prime Day is October 6-7th!!

We wanted to gift one of you $100 to shop all the best deals!We’ll be covering the sale completely both days in our stories so be sure to turn notifications on now so you don’t miss anything!

To enter:
FOLLOW us Ashley + Melissa
SHARE this post to your stories and tag us
LIKE this photo
TAG your shopping besties!

⭐️ must do all of the above to be entered!

Please note: This is not affiliated, sponsored or endorsed by Instagram or Amazon!

Winners will ONLY be announced and contacted from this account Ashley + Melissa on October 6th!

09/17/2026

I’ve been to Chicago what feels like 1 million times (good problem to have!) and have eaten at so many restaurants and after somehow snagging a reservation at NAIA a few weeks ago, it quickly became my FAV.

This trendy riverfront spot has only been open a few months and offers the best Mediterranean food. My top picks:
Tableside Hummus
Crispy Rice
Wagyu Skewers

Reservations open two weeks out at midnight and fill up FAST!

Today, 25 years later, we remember. ❤️💙If you’re in St. Louis, you need to see Flags of Valor at Art Hill in Forest Park...
09/11/2026

Today, 25 years later, we remember. ❤️💙

If you’re in St. Louis, you need to see Flags of Valor at Art Hill in Forest Park. More than 7,600 American flags cover the hill, each representing a life lost in the War on Terror, with names, photographs and dog tags that turn an overwhelming number into individual stories.

This powerful memorial is only displayed once every five years and 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. It’s free and open to the public through September 13th

And tonight, September 11, there will be a reading of the names at 9:11 PM at Art Hill.

If you’re a St. Louis local, add this to your list today. Bring your kids, take your time walking through the flags, read the names and take a moment to remember.

Louisville, Kentucky is the perfect little weekend getaway from St. Louis with kids and honestly, I think we found a new...
09/09/2026

Louisville, Kentucky is the perfect little weekend getaway from St. Louis with kids and honestly, I think we found a new quick family favorite!

If you’re looking for a trip that feels like you actually GOT away without spending half the weekend in the car, save this one!

Our Louisville weekend included:
• Churchill Downs + Kentucky Derby Museum
• Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari
• Big Four Bridge + Waterfront Park
• Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
• Family-friendly restaurants
• A downtown hotel that made getting around super easy

And the best part? Louisville is only about 4 hours from St. Louis, so you can leave Friday morning and still pack A LOT into a weekend.

& Marvel Infinity Saga in Concert Giveaway!We have teamed up with to giveaway 2 tickets to EACH show of Marvel Infini...
04/17/2026

& Marvel Infinity Saga in Concert Giveaway!

We have teamed up with to giveaway 2 tickets to EACH show of Marvel Infinity Saga in Concert in a few weeks!

Friday, May 1st at 7 pm
Saturday, May 2nd at 7 pm
Sunday, May 3rd at 2 pm

HOW TO ENTER:
✨ Follow and
✨ Tag your friends! 1 tag=1 entry
✨ Share to your story and tag us for a bonus entry!

There will be 3 winners-1 for each show! We will only message you from this account. Winner will be announced on April 22nd!

Happy Easter (a day late) from Cabo!3 years ago we started a new family tradition by spending Easter weekend add a famil...
04/06/2026

Happy Easter (a day late) from Cabo!

3 years ago we started a new family tradition by spending Easter weekend add a family of 4 in Cabo. This spot had been one of Mike and I’s favorite places to visit on kid free trips and we wanted our kids to experience to fun, culture and beauty of Cabo too. It has quickly become one of our favorite family traditions and I hope to continue this for MANY MANY years!

& if you’ve ever been to Cabo to know . It is a 25 acre working organic farm in San Jose Del Cabo. It is known for Floras Field Kitchen, where they serve all Farm to Table meals and where we ate Easter brunch. However; it also has a spa, organic market, culinary cottages (yes you can stay here!), yoga sessions, cooking classes, farm tours, playground, shops and so much more!

Add to your next “to do” when you’re in Cabo!

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