My 12-year-old and I have had precious few days of one-on-one time since my toddler joined the family. My husband and I therefore decided that for one day of our Blue Ridge Highlands vacation, she and I would get a full Saturday together while he stayed back with our little one. We began our specialContinue reading “Hungry Mother Outdoor Adventures: Zipline Course”
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Hiking the Blue Ridge Tunnel: What to Know When You’ve Got a Toddler in Tow
Though Virginia is home to quite a few rail trails, only one features a giant, explorable tunnel cut through a mountain. That honor belongs to the Blue Ridge Tunnel in Nelson County. The tunnel was constructed in the 19th century for train traffic, which was its primary purpose until the mid-20th century. It was donatedContinue reading “Hiking the Blue Ridge Tunnel: What to Know When You’ve Got a Toddler in Tow”
Buchanan and Covington and Lexington, oh my!
Have you ever wished you could jump into the pages of the book you were reading? As a life-long bookworm, I have definitely felt this way. I don’t know if it’s the teacher, the theater nerd, or the bibliophile in me, but when a book comes along that can easily be brought to life, I’mContinue reading “Buchanan and Covington and Lexington, oh my!”
Colonial Beach: Virginia’s Best-kept Secret
Small getaways have always been a guilty pleasure for my little family. Although we love exploring new places, we usually can’t seem to make it through a year without at least one stop in Colonial Beach. I mean, it’s hard not to plan a visit when you know you’re less than two hours away fromContinue reading “Colonial Beach: Virginia’s Best-kept Secret”
Old Dominion for Young Virginians 