Travis and I recently returned from our baby moon vacation. We flew into San Diego, rented a car, and drove all the way up the coast to Seattle. It was beautiful, and we got to visit several big cities along the way. Our baby moon included flights, long car rides, and lots of walking and exploring. We had a great time, but being pregnant did make this vacation a little different than other times we've traveled. That's why today I'm sharing a few pregnancy travel tips for those of you planning your own baby moon. Copyright: alexandralexey / 123RF Stock Photo Tips for Pregnancy Travel When To Continue Reading
Summer Road Trip Tips
As you read this, I'm sitting on a big beach towel looking out over the sand and waves with the sun soaking into my skin. Every year, Travis' family heads to Panama City Beach, Florida for the annual Stroud family vacation. The first year, Travis and I didn't have too long of a drive since we lived in Georgia. Last year, I came without Travis since he was in Korea. But this year, Travis and I took our longest road trip together -- around 900 miles of driving. We made it, and we have been enjoying time with family. But now, we are about to gear up for our next road trip to head back home. Continue Reading
Gift Ideas for Moving Friends
This post contains affiliate links. Thanks for helping me keep this blog going! Moving can be stressful. There's a lot of planning and packing and (usually) driving involved. There are a lot of goodbyes and maybe even some tears. I know because I'm right in the midst of it. Do you have friends or family who are preparing for an upcoming move? Perhaps you'd like to brighten their day with a care package or gift. I've compiled this list of gift ideas for your friends who are moving or PCSing (if they're a military family). Some of these will be great if you live nearby, others can be Continue Reading