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Are you still dreaming of travel? We have been stubbornly holding onto hope that our summer travel plans may happen yet, but it is admittedly feeling less and less likely each week that passes. . We are starting to re-think our planned destinations, and consider what might be possible in a few months. . If you still have travel plans this year- where are you hoping to go? . . . . . . . #traveldreamseeker #travelinspiration #famtrav20 #levartmaf #familytravelblogger #adventurefamily #familytraveltips #parentswhowander #familytraveltribe #goadventuretogether #stirlingcastle #scotlandisnow #visitstirling #visitscotland #scotlandtravel #scotlandcastles #historicscotland
It feels like it happened overnight, but somehow our baby boy turned 8 years old and is growing into the kindest and most thoughtful little man. . This birthday was unlike any other— no party, no friends— but we have each other (and cake and presents 🎁 🎂) and it was special and memorable. . Yesterday his best friend’s family drove by the house with a happy birthday banner attached to their car for him. Even though we are socially distanced we are finding ways to stay safely connected and show our ❤️ for each other. . I’m guessing his birthday wish is for coronavirus to go away. I hope it comes true! . . . . . . #honestmommin #honestlymothering #familytravelblogger #famtrav20 #levartmaf #socialdistancing2020 #stayathomesavelives #focusonthegood #familytravelfriends
When you’re bumbling through this work from home + homeschooling thing and end up neglecting your children for way too long during the work day, they find ways to keep themselves entertained and make you fun surprises 😳😂🌈👍 . Keeping it real, ya’ll... and finding a bit of happiness with a rainbow mural on our dining room wall 🤣 . Hope the rest of you work from homers + homeschoolers have this gig a little bit better under control than us 😆🤷🏼‍♀️ . *disclaimer- we are planning to repaint the walls and have been prepping them- she is obviously trying to help 🥰😍🌈 . . #homeschoolfun #shelterinplace #honestmotherhood #coronavírus #covid19homeschooling #workfromhomelife #famtrav20 #parentproblems #childartist #levartmaf
We were supposed to be on a Disney Cruise this week 🚢 Instead we are doing our best to bring a little bit of Disney Magic to our home. . Kids were treated with Mickey pops and are having fun dressing up. The truth is, they have been extremely resilient with the whole situation. . When we had to cancel our vacation plans days before departure they didn’t cry or complain. They were much more accepting of the reality than us adults! . Sometimes our kids remind me how to let things go and just deal with what is happening in the moment. Disney didn’t happen, Coronavirus did —so now what? We’ll dress up and play games together! And once all this passes, we’ll go on that cruise. Learning acceptance and how to let things go. Life is so much simpler through their eyes. . . . . . #disneyfantasy #disneymagic #disneyathome #familytravelblog #familytravelfriends #famtrav20 #levartmaf #parentswhowander #familytraveltribe #honestlymothering #chicagomom #flatteningthecurve
This picture sums up how we feel right now... people everywhere, but connections feel a bit flat. While we will be ready for real human connection soon, we are trying to focus on the positives: -More family time together then we ever have normally -we are playing more games together -we are doing more crafts together -we are cooking more together -more FaceTime with family and friends than ever before -we are still dreaming and talking and planning for places we will travel together when the pandemic lifts . . Staying home and social distancing is hard, but necessary. We are in this together and looking for all the positives we can find. . How are you holding up? . . . . #stayhomesavelives #socialdistance #familytimeisqualitytime #famtrav20 #familytravelfriends #levartmaf #familytravelblogger #parentswhowander
Our 13th wedding anniversary today looks a lot different than any other, but one thing is certain- I wouldn’t want to quarantine with anyone else! ❤️ . Besides gifting me with beautiful children, and building a life together we love, this year he did something truly extraordinary- gave a priceless treasure — he unearthed and created into an e-book my father’s memoir! . He wrote it before he died 10 years ago. We didn’t how far he had gotten nor how complete it is. It has been sitting on a hard drive. Today is my Dad’s birthday. He would have been 78. (we share our wedding anniversary with my Dad’s birthday. Yes, I’m a daddy’s girl!) . 700+ pages of my dad’s life story- written by him before he died— Alex brought him back to life for me. . There are no words to express the gratitude I feel while hearing my dad’s voice again through his words and stories. There is no greater gift on Earth. . Now more than ever- treasure each other- share your stories - appreciate every moment you have together. . I feel so blessed, loved, and am immensely grateful. I believe in lucky 13! . Have you ever been given a gift that completely rocked your world? . I love you more than words can express @alexnyates ❤️ Thank you for giving me back my Dad ❤️❤️❤️ . . . . . . . . . . #loveintimesofcorona #familytraveltribe #parentswhowander #famtrav20 #levartmaf #adventuringtogether #travelcouple #familytravelfriends #familytravelblogger

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  • OUR CROSSINGS
  • Walk over the World
  • Simply Wander
  • thewanderingrumpus.com/
  • PATSEY FAMILY TRAVELS
  • DQ Family Travel
  • An Adventure is Calling
  • Well Travelled Munchkins
  • One Chance to See the World
  • 3 Sisters Abroad
  • Limitless Travelling With K
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Three Days: Seattle with Kids
Seattle, United States, Weekend Trips

Three Days: Seattle with Kids

Seattle may be best known for coffee and music, but this city is rich with natural, outdoor experiences and perfect for kids. Here we offer 10 fun things to see and do during a long weekend in Seattle with kids. Continue reading Three Days: Seattle with Kids

Masquerading in Venice
Italy, Venice

Masquerading in Venice

Venice is renown as one of the world’s most romantic cities – there is nothing more romantic and exciting than dressing to the nines in elaborate 18th century attire – lace and silk gown, suit, stockings and powdered wig – and attending a masquerade ball in a Venetian palace? Continue reading Masquerading in Venice

Sensational Sintra: Exploring Portugal’s Palaces and Castles
Portugal, Sintra, Travel Writing

Sensational Sintra: Exploring Portugal’s Palaces and Castles

Imagine a fairy tale town where castles and bright, rainbow-colored palaces are perched on hills like birds of paradise parading … Continue reading Sensational Sintra: Exploring Portugal’s Palaces and Castles

Lovely Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal, Travel Writing

Lovely Lisbon

Over the past few years, tourism has spiked and flourished in Lisbon and throughout Portugal, bringing welcomed attention, and tourism … Continue reading Lovely Lisbon

Picturesque Porto: Two Terrific Days
Porto, Portugal, Travel Writing

Picturesque Porto: Two Terrific Days

Portugal – how did you fly so far beneath the tourism radar for so long? This country may be one … Continue reading Picturesque Porto: Two Terrific Days

10 Tips to Avoid Certain Disaster & Getting Devoured by Bears: Exploring Yellowstone with Kids
Camping, National Parks, Travel Writing, Yellowstone and Grand Teton

10 Tips to Avoid Certain Disaster & Getting Devoured by Bears: Exploring Yellowstone with Kids

Ten tips for camping or lodging with kids in Yellowstone National Park Continue reading 10 Tips to Avoid Certain Disaster & Getting Devoured by Bears: Exploring Yellowstone with Kids

Spitsbergen Island, Svalbard, Norway
Norway, Travel Writing

Spitsbergen Island, Svalbard, Norway

A few years ago I journeyed to the northernmost accessible town on the planet: Longyearbyen located on the island of … Continue reading Spitsbergen Island, Svalbard, Norway

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the beauty of a life of travel

Walk over the World

A writer with a deep appreciation for wildlife, conservation and a profound case of travel bug fever

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curated travel guides to help you wander simply and simply wander

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PATSEY FAMILY TRAVELS

Just an ordinary family, sharing our extraordinary adventures

DQ Family Travel

Family Travel around the USA

An Adventure is Calling

Well Travelled Munchkins

Travel with Children

One Chance to See the World

3 Sisters Abroad

Travel - home and away and Chronic Illness's

Limitless Travelling With K

Squirrel Must Travel

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