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Traveling Abroad With Kids -- Yes, You Can Do It!

July 14, 2008

During the month of July, the gals over at the national Savvy Source site have been talking about escapes, vacations, and get-aways (something we all have on our minds during the summer, right?). Today, Savvy Source is highlighting the oh-so-lovely-and-delightful city of Paris . I know that many of you may be thinking, Paris, with kids? Are you people crazy? Who in their right mind  Read more...

Layover Lifesavers: A Preschooler's Guide to Chicago's Midway and O'Hare Airports

July 02, 2008

Traveling with preschool-age kids can be a nightmare but it doesn't have to be. Rule number one is that you have to be prepared in the event of an unexpected delay. Whether you just get to the airport too early and have some time to kill or you are suffering through a travel delay from hell, here is what you need to know to make the best of your time at either Midway or O'Hare when you are  Read more...

Planes, Train, and Automobiles: Things that go vroom!

May 26, 2008

My two-year-old son is transportation-obsessed. Trucks. Planes. Farm Equipment. Motorcycles. If it is a machine that moves, he loves it. He has taught me to pay attention to the difference between a front loader and a backhoe (although I still find it confusing). Does this sound like any little men you know? Currently, he is really into trains. Lucky for my little  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in chicago

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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