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Inexpensive Things to do Over a Weekend

When I am home, I am most always thinking about my next trip or planning my trip. I try to save my money for traveling and experiences. I also know if I go out, I will want to purchase something else. The impulse control and my ADHD brain just freak me out. Here’s a listRead More

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The Ultimate Guide: Planning A Trip

Planning a road trip or any other trip for me is one of my favorite parts. The downfall is sometimes I research it so much that I feel like I have already been on that trip. I have always loved to travel, and I want to see it all. I have always struggled with FOMORead More

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Michigan Favorite Places

Michigan is probably one of the most underrated states. Words can not describe how pretty and amazing things are. You have to see it. This is my opinion of places that are my Michigan favorite places. Michigan Favorite Places These are in no particular order. I’m scrolling through all my pictures in dropbox. Elk RapidsRead More

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Century of Progress Homes – 1933 Chicago Worlds Fair

Century of Progress Homes was a must see on my first big solo car camping trip. My only regret is that I didn’t leave sooner or stay in the area longer because the sun was setting when I got there. I chose to work so I didn’t leave until late afternoon. Peoria, IL to EurekaRead More

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41 Lessons In 41 Years

I love doing these because it forces me to rethink things, and each year as I am growing and changing I see things differently. These past few years have been a lot of growing, relearning, and releasing things. Honestly, I had a lot of reservations about posting this because I have been struggling with myRead More

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Fun & Unique Bucket List Ideas

I am obsessed with making lists rights now. I don’t know why and I can’t explain it. My favorite way to create lists is either the 101 Things to do in a 1001 Days or seasonal bucket lists. I will say when creating these lists make sure they are important and have meaning to doRead More

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Friday 4 Favorites – June

Happy Friday!! Happy Summer!! June Friday Favorites is all about Summer! Summer is my favorite season out of the 4. I do not like being cold. I will rarely ever complain about it being too hot, and there is so much to do! I’m so excited for this summer. This spring was a little roughRead More

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Favorite Cities for a Weekend Getaway

Weekend Trips are my favorite because I don’t have to take a lot of time off work (if any). Plus there are so many fun places nearby right now or a quick flight away. There are so many places in the United States that you can explore over a few days to relax or haveRead More

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My Car camping Essentials

Carcamping has easily become ONE of my favorite things to do. I can’t explain it but it’s something that grounds and relaxes me in a completely different way. These are my essentials that I need for a comfortable and enjoyable car camping experience. It might be different for you, but these are things that IRead More

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Ways to Use Empty Notebooks

I love notebooks. It’s either I have a million different ones or none at all. Currently, I have so many different notebooks and it’s exhausting. I also love making lists, and I will make a list on whatever is around me. Lists help with be more organized, boost productivity, etc. But they don’t always haveRead More

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# 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 -
If this Heisman, I don’t know what else is!!! If this Heisman, I don’t know what else is!!! 

I recently tried to camp with him but that FAILED!!! he actually likes using more to pee on then sleep in.
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