I have never been to Atlantic City before this weekend. If you had asked me a week ago to tell you to describe what I imagined it would be like I honestly would not have said “family” oriented. I mean, come on! It’s Atlantic City! Gambling, show girls, night life…not exactly something that was on [...]
by Jane on May 13, 2011
For weeks after I had gotten a product sample of Wet Ones antibacterial wipes, I kept forgetting to put the Handi-Wipes travel kit in my diaper bag. Then, I would have a thought when I was out–I wish I had my antibacterial wipes for…. Wiping off hands as well as the Potette at an outdoor [...]
Next week, I am hopping in the car and taking a road trip with my husband. We won’t have our little boy with us–that’s a whole other type of road trip! I am very meticulous about packing for any trip, but especially road trips. I want to be prepared for lots of different situations–stuck in [...]
About eighteen months ago, we were looking at the year ahead of us and considering the trips we had in store. We planned a trip to see my family in San Francisco, several trips to the Philadelphia area for Sesame Place and various farm-ish things around there, and some possible long weekends in other nearby [...]
Last night the streets of Philadelphia were sugar scented. A small celebration was going on to herald a brand new Krispy Kreme that will soon open in Center City. Located at 41 South 16th street (at 16th and Chestnut) it is a welcome addition to an already vibrant city that knows how to celebrate good [...]
It’s now officially Sesame Place season! This weekend the family theme park, located in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, opened its gates for its 31st year. The park is easy to get to and has plenty of parking (including priority or VIP parking spots that cost more but get you closer to the entrance). Bathrooms are located directly [...]
It’s a big day for our family today! We are headed to the opening day of Sesame Place in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. This is a first for all of us and I am looking forward to sharing with you a review of our day at this family theme park. Come back later for all of the [...]
PART 3 OF A 3 PART SERIES (Guest Post) I will never see these people again Long car rides can be tough for kids in general but can be especially challenging for kids with special needs. They often don’t realize that just because we’ve stopped doesn’t mean we’re there. When we’re traveling long distance in [...]
PART 2 OF A 3 PART SERIES (Guest Post) Leading up to the trip and Technology: It’s up to you if you want to involve your child in the planning of the vacation. We don’t tell my daughter ahead of time because she doesn’t understand the passage of time and would pester us relentlessly until [...]
PART 1 OF A 3 PART SERIES (Guest Post) Deciding to take a Trip and Making the Environment familiar: I was recently asked by a friend of a friend for some tips on how to travel with a special needs child. Our daughter is 8 years old and has autism and we’ve traveled extensively with [...]