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Invest in Yourself

This is still a new concept for me and I’m slowly starting to invest in myself more. Right now, I am focusing on how to fill and love myself before I love and fill others. There’s a popular TikTok right now that says I’m filling myself and giving others the overflow. I am no longerRead More

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My Favorite Books ALL TIME

I have always loved to read. There’s not a time I remember when I didn’t have a book with me, my Kindle with me, or an app downloaded on my phone. I will read almost any type of book. In the past, I would finish every book whether I liked it or not. For someRead More

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3-day Itinerary In Tampa, Florida

The Tampa area has so much to do and see. When I started planning this trip, I was shocked by all things that are around Tampa. I was also amazed at how many food places were in Tampa and was constantly saying you can do a food tour and do nothing else. (The food wasRead More

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Best Water Bottles

Let’s start with the obvious I hate drinking water and have trouble drinking water every day. I am getting better but still a work in progress. Water has been extremely cold and flavored for me to drink it. I don’t know why but it always has been that way. When it comes to water peopleRead More

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Road Trip Essentials

These are things that I bring with me on every road trip. I love road trips, and I didn’t realize how often I was gone until my friends asked if I was going to be home this weekend or if I was going to be gone. Road trips can either be really good or reallyRead More

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Coming Clean On My Mental Health

This is a post that I have wanted to do for a while. Every time I start I get overwhelmed and anxious because I don’t know where to start or what to even say. Or I started while I was doing something else and never finished or forgot what I was going to write. MyRead More

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Packing Tips & Tricks

I have always loved to travel. I have always been obsessed with organization. Overpacking has definitely been something I am known for but trying to improve. I do feel like I am getting better with each trip. Road trips are pretty much mastered, but since I have gotten into hiking and camping I feel likeRead More

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4 on Friday: Book Essentials

November 4 on Friday. Each month has a different theme, but it’s always the 4th Friday of each month. This month is book essentials. I have always been a reader. When I really think about, I probably always have a book with me. Book Essentials for me are things that I have with me almostRead More

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How to Take Measurements

There are several ways to notice that you are losing weight besides the number on the scale. One of my favorite ways to notice my body changing is by taking measurements. But there are a variety of ways to figure out you are losing weight that has nothing to do with numbers. I do thisRead More

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25 Things to Be Happier Right Now

This is a pretty tough post because I haven’t been feeling very happy lately. I don’t mean just happy and smiley. I mean it’s been a straight struggle to get out of bed. It’s been tough for me just to be content with who I am and comfortable in my own body. I didn’t knowRead More

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Route 66 Welcome Center in Conway, MO I loved thi Route 66 Welcome Center in Conway, MO

I loved this picnic benches were made into popular places on Missouri’s Route 66.
# Peoria Area Farmers Market List Monday - Peori # Peoria Area Farmers Market List

Monday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria

Tuesday

- Morton: June 4 - August - from 3:30 pm until 6:30 pm - 225 E. Jefferson St., Morton
- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria

Wednesday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Junction City: May 24th - ? - 3pm to 6pm -
- Sheridan: May 1 - September - from 3 pm until 6 pm - 3827 N. Sheridan Road, Peoria, situated outside of Relics and Sheridan Nursery.

Thursday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Pekin: June 6 - August 29 - from 330pm to 630pm -551 S. 14th St., Pekin, in the Miller Center parking lot
- Pekin Fall Market: Two fall markets will also be held − Sept. 12 and Oct. 10
- 3rd THURSDAY ONLY - May 16th, June 20th, July 18th & August 15th - 3pm to 7pm -

Friday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- East Peoria: June 7 - August 30th - from 4pm to 7pm - 396 W. Washington St., East Peoria

Saturday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Peoria Downtown - May 18 - Sept. 28 -  8 a.m. until 12pm - 212 SW Water St., Peoria, in the River Station parking lot.
- Germantown Hills: June 1 - Oct 26 - from 9am to 1pm - Germantown Hills Crossing
- Metamora: June 1 - September - from 8am to Noon - 113 E. Partridge St., Metamora

Sunday
Glow Wild at the @therealpeoriazoo Dates: Friday Glow Wild at the @therealpeoriazoo 
Dates: Friday - Sundays until April 27
Time: 5:30p-9:30p

We got there around 6:30pm, and didn’t leave until 9:15pm. The website says the walk will take about an hour, but you can go at your own pace. There are so many lanterns in each animal exhibit.

We started going through the Asian Trail, there was year of animals. The Africa section was my favorite, but I am not going to tell you why. But it was a nice surprise, and I was way too excited.

There were hands on activities throughout the zoo, but by the time we got to some of the areas it was closed.
-make your lantern
-paint rocks to be placed around the zoo
-tattoos
-music each night

🎟️Tickets:
Advance Online: Adults $19.95 | Kids $13.95
At the Door: Adults $25 | Kids $15
What are your “musts” when traveling? Let me k What are your “musts” when traveling? Let me know in the comments! 

These are the things I always have when I travel: (arrow down)

1. Spare credit card/bank card - I typically bring this, but before my last trip my regular bank card got hacked. Now I make sure to always have 2 cards with me. 
2. Portable charge/power banks - I have a charger that I keep in my car all the time. It's a 4 in 1 charger, but I also have portable charge that I keep in my bag. It has come in handy more times that I can count for me and other people. 
3. Reusable water bottle - I have my Stanley when I am driving. While I am hiking I use either a water bladder or a hydroflask. 
4. Reusable Bags - My favorite is the Mary Kay roll up bag. It has 4 plastic bags that holds everything I need for my morning/evening routine and shower time. 
5. Books - I will most always have a physical book along with my kindle app. I love to read. During my hikes I stop throughout for snacks and reading. 
6. Wet Wipes - My favorite is HyperGo because they have so many different scents. They are also 12x12 so usually 1 works for the whole body. 

In the reel - Things I won't travel without

Caption - What are your travel musts? let me know in the comments because I am going to compile a list and share later. 

Here are mine:

portable charger - I have a small bag where I keep all my cords & portable chargers. 

spare credit card - 

iPad - I have everything on there. books. writing. 

snacks -

reusable water bottle 

headphones -
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