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When You Need a Vacation from Summer Vacation

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July 11, 2017 By Autumn Rose Reo 108 Comments

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Need a vacation from your summer vacation? When you need a getaway to get away, then get ready for your Passport to Summer.

Thanks to Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen  for sponsoring this getaway to get away.

Remember the days when you looked forward to vacation, spent a few minutes throwing a bathing suit, sandals and a cute sundress in a bag, grabbed a passport, and took off without a care in the world?


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But when you’re a parent, you don’t normally get to go on vacation. You get to go on trips.

Trips include intense research, dozens of Pinterest boards of itineraries, early morning phone calls to claim one of the few spots available for breakfast with princesses, and a spreadsheet or a notebook to collect all the confirmation numbers to keep things straight.

Trips take weeks to organize and pack everything for everyone so they are prepared to have a good time after you’ve stayed up for hours carefully rolling each item in their suitcase.

Trips are when you act less like a parent and more like a drill sergeant to stay on top of all the plans you’ve made so that you don’t miss any fun – although you aren’t really have any.

Trips are when you finally get back home and realize that you are exhausted from your trip and would do anything for a vacation.

And vacations…you remember them, right? Sand, water, magazines, salty air, creamy drinks delivered by beautiful smiling cabana boys.

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(Take a moment and just breathe that all in.) 

After a recent trip, this mama needed a vacation in a bad way. But with only a few hours away from the kids, a flight was out of the question. So the best way to get away was to take a getaway to Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen.

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Just in time for my sanity (and yours), you can visit Cheddar’s Passport to Summer and enjoy their taste of the tropics with hand-crafted cocktails and menu. And what are friends for but to order them all to find our favorites! 

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Head to Hawaiian with a Maui Margarita, a combo of half strawberry, half mango, with kiwi and a shot of DeKuyper Cactus Juice.

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Salsa with the Presidente Sangria mixed with Beso Del Sol sangria, Presidente Brandy and sweet & sour shaken with strawberries, fresh lemons, limes and oranges. Or party down with the Cheddar’s Pina Colada puree, splash of sweet & sour, topped with Myers’s Original Dark rum and garnished with a toasted coconut rim and fresh pineapple wedge! 

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Top off your day with an Island Tiki with Captain Morgan, Malibu rums, tropical mango puree, pineapple juice, sweet & sour and Blue Curacao.

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But if you really want to go full on vacay in a big way, then you order the legendary Cheddar’s Painkiller (there is a two-drink maximum on that one so it’s definitely a quick way to paradise.) Filled with Pusser’s rum, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, orange juice, toasted coconut rim, topped with nutmeg, you’ll figure out why it’s called a painkiller! 

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And when you tummy catches up with your taste buds, you can turn up the heat with the Sweet Heat Chicken and Shrimp or the Grilled Tilapia and Shrimp with Mango Salsa. (And you can feel much better eating this than some of the things you do end up eating on vacation.)

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Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen has the menu for fun and the passport to summer, even if you only have an hour to take a vacation! Plus with such affordable prices, it’s way cheaper than a flight or hotel stay. And you don’t have to pack a thing.

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  1. Carly Williams says

    July 11, 2017 at 9:08 am

    My favorite place to vacation is the Florida Keys!

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  2. Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says

    July 11, 2017 at 5:42 pm

    I am in Canada and have never heard of this place, but OMG it looks fabulous!!! I could seriously do with one of the margaritas!!!!!

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  3. Jennifer says

    July 11, 2017 at 5:52 pm

    I’m an empty nester, but the amount of running around I do still has me needing a break from summer vacation. Great tips!

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  4. Colleen Lanin says

    July 11, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    So. Much. This! I love my kids. I adore them. They are straight up wearing me out this summer, though. LOL

    Reply
  5. Marilu says

    July 11, 2017 at 6:31 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is anywhere close to water! SUN ON MY face and a drink in my hand.

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  6. Danielle says

    July 11, 2017 at 7:05 pm

    I love Cheddars and those drinks are all the more reason to love them. I haven’t had a “vacation” in years. I’m thinking I might need a solo trip to Cheddars!

    Reply
  7. Sarah says

    July 11, 2017 at 7:35 pm

    There are so many times when you need a vacation from summer vacation. Literally, everyone tries to out Pinterest the next person over summer vacation and you wind up with your head spinning. A hammock and a cold drink is the perfect escape.

    Reply
  8. Lisa Bristol says

    July 11, 2017 at 7:53 pm

    Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen looks like a great restaurant. That Maui Margarita looks so delicious and refreshing.This would be a great spot to get away to for a few hours.

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  9. Antoinette Audino says

    July 11, 2017 at 7:54 pm

    my favorite place to vacation is south Florida

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  10. harolde says

    July 11, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    To the mountains, like to stay in a cabin in the mountains.

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  11. reesa says

    July 11, 2017 at 8:48 pm

    This sounds like a nice place to enjoy dinner with the family! Sometimes vacation gets so busy! It’s so important to slow down!

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  12. Rachel says

    July 11, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is Colorado.

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  13. Dan Dykstra says

    July 11, 2017 at 9:38 pm

    Florida in the winter or anywhere i’s warm

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  14. Lynne says

    July 11, 2017 at 9:45 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is at our friends’ house on the lake in Northern Illinois.

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  15. Heather says

    July 11, 2017 at 11:05 pm

    As I get back from ooooh hour nine zillion in the pool with my kids, I think I’m ready for a vacation from vacation. So fun, but I’m exhausted! A fun drink and a great meal would be perfect.

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  16. valmg @ Mom Knows It All says

    July 11, 2017 at 11:32 pm

    I’m not familiar with Cheddar’s. I enjoy tasty frozen concoctions and these all sound like they’d fit that bill.

    Reply
  17. Tatanisha Worthey says

    July 12, 2017 at 12:18 am

    As a working Mom of 3 boys, I strongly believe in taking small getaways and vacations just for ME! At least 2-3 times per year I take vacations without my family. Sometimes it’s with friends, just the hubs or by myself. It’s needed. I’ve never been to Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen. I’ll have to keep a look out for one on my next vacation!

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  18. Brianne says

    July 12, 2017 at 6:23 am

    Wow those drinks look so yummy! And i hear you about needing a break from summer vacay!

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  19. Tracie Cooper says

    July 12, 2017 at 11:38 am

    We love to to travel to North Carolina.

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  20. wendy browne says

    July 12, 2017 at 10:43 pm

    We drove from Texas to NYC one summer, that was a great trip.

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  21. Janice Harris says

    July 12, 2017 at 10:58 pm

    I would love to win the Cheddar’s gift card and get a break from the kitchen

    Reply
  22. Natalie says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:19 am

    My favorite place to vacation is Georgia because my grandparents live on a large lake and I love to water ski.

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  23. Kimberly Munoz says

    July 13, 2017 at 2:37 pm

    We just got back from our yearly vacation to visit family in El Paso. My dream vacation is Hawaii!!! One day..

    Reply
  24. Nancy Bowers says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is Colorado.

    Reply
  25. Janet Woodling says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:45 pm

    We do not take many vacations but love road trips to see our favorite sports teams.

    Reply
  26. Michelle says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:50 pm

    I totally need a vacation! Even if it’s just to eat dinner!

    Reply
  27. Pamela says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:50 pm

    I love to vacation in the mountains – a break from the hot southern summers!

    Reply
  28. Kristen Joiner says

    July 13, 2017 at 8:58 pm

    I like to vacation anywhere more north and cold (as I’m in Florida).

    Reply
  29. Randi says

    July 13, 2017 at 9:49 pm

    I love the beach … but I like to try different beaches.

    Reply
  30. laura bernard says

    July 13, 2017 at 10:22 pm

    Miami beach area!!

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  31. Cheryl Chervitz says

    July 13, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    I like to vacation in the mountains or the woods. Camping is fun to us.

    Reply
  32. Jeanna says

    July 14, 2017 at 7:57 am

    My favorite place to vacation is the Allegheny Mountains!

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  33. Hayley Schermerhorn says

    July 14, 2017 at 8:11 am

    We love to go to any beach! Santa Monica is awesome!

    Reply
  34. Chrissy says

    July 14, 2017 at 4:12 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is basically any beach!

    Reply
  35. Tee Anderson says

    July 14, 2017 at 11:05 pm

    Hawaii is my favorite vacation spot.

    Reply
  36. Jennifer Hayden says

    July 15, 2017 at 2:23 pm

    My kids would always pick Disney World and I would always pick someplace with a quiet beach.

    Reply
  37. Loc Vu says

    July 15, 2017 at 4:46 pm

    Hawaii is my favorite place. It’ s warm. The islands are covered in flowers. You can’t count the number of rainbows seen. It’s a beautiful exotic destination.

    Reply
  38. Michelle Davis says

    July 15, 2017 at 4:52 pm

    I like to visit WatcHill, Rhode Island. It’s such a beautiful place with a lovely beach during the summer.

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  39. Leidy Ruiz says

    July 15, 2017 at 5:14 pm

    San Antonio is my favorite vacation spot. Thank you for the chance to win!

    Reply
  40. Susan Christy says

    July 16, 2017 at 12:16 pm

    Living in a landlocked state far from any water, I always love going to the beach. Florida or Mexico.

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  41. Lori Jackson says

    July 16, 2017 at 4:07 pm

    We went to Costa Rica recently and would love to go back! Beautiful country, beautiful people.

    Reply
  42. Jessica Allen says

    July 16, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    Anywhere on the beach, we typically drive down to Galveston!

    Reply
  43. Katherine S says

    July 17, 2017 at 4:10 pm

    Any vacation is a treat since we had kids. My favorite spot was Maui which was pre-kids *6 years ago) but I’ll take any getaway right now. It’s just great to get away. Those margaritas look really good

    Reply
  44. KATHY DALTON says

    July 17, 2017 at 4:56 pm

    I LOVE VACATIONING IN MARATHON kEY

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  45. elizabeth miller says

    July 17, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    i absolutely love to visit the Florida Keys. We went there for our honeymoon and it was absolutely beautiful. I love all of the water activities there and the old historic houses are great.

    Reply
  46. Brigitte Bauman says

    July 17, 2017 at 7:41 pm

    I live in the Midwest so my favorite place to travel is the West Coast. I’ve only been to San Francisco once and would love to go there again.

    Reply
  47. Amy D says

    July 17, 2017 at 8:38 pm

    I enjoyed Destin when I’ve been there. NIce, clean beaches and not too crowded.

    Reply
  48. Danielle Porter says

    July 17, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    Our favorite vacation has been Alaska! But it was not a budget friendly trip that we can do again soon.

    Reply
  49. Sabrina Zehner says

    July 17, 2017 at 9:47 pm

    As a Michigander I love to go up north.

    Reply
  50. Jennifer Wright says

    July 18, 2017 at 5:07 am

    My favorite place to vacation is Disney World.

    Reply
  51. Regina says

    July 18, 2017 at 7:50 am

    My favorite place to vacation is Gulf Shores.

    Reply
  52. Katie L says

    July 18, 2017 at 9:30 am

    I love to go to Tennessee! I have never been to Chattanooga yet!

    Reply
  53. Kathleen Richardson says

    July 18, 2017 at 9:56 am

    My dream vacation would be somewhere tropical like Hawaii or the Bahamas!

    Reply
  54. Peggy Johnson says

    July 18, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    A beach where I can just relax

    Reply
  55. Donna L says

    July 18, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is the mountains of North Carolina.

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  56. Sheila K. says

    July 18, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is upstate New York.

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  57. Sheila K. says

    July 18, 2017 at 1:19 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is upstate New York!

    Reply
  58. Lauryn R says

    July 18, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    My favorite center of vacation is the Florida Keys! I would love to visit New Zealand as well. 🙂

    Reply
  59. Joy Wilkins says

    July 18, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    I cracked up when you said you vacation at Cheddar’s. But then I realized I hadn’t scrolled all the way to the top and I was like “I’m totally with you! I need a vacation from my vacation!” LOL! We go to Florida every year and it’s tiring. 🙂

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  60. Kelly McGrew says

    July 18, 2017 at 4:10 pm

    My favorite place is ocean city Maryland! I also cannot wait to go to Deep Creek, MD this fall!

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  61. Mary Cloud says

    July 18, 2017 at 4:31 pm

    We love to Vacation in Destin Florida

    Reply
  62. Jeff says

    July 18, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    My wife and I have been to this place a few times. This would give me a good reason to go back!

    Reply
  63. Jennifer L says

    July 18, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    I like to head north for the summer vacations, washington state is beautiful that time of year

    Reply
  64. Nikki B says

    July 19, 2017 at 10:45 am

    The Ocean. I miss it terribly and any time I get to hang out by the beach is a win

    Reply
  65. betsy says

    July 19, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    we LOVE to go to the beach!

    Reply
  66. Alison says

    July 19, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is the Wisconsin Dells.

    Reply
  67. Liz N says

    July 19, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    I love to vacation on a cruise ship in the water!

    Reply
  68. Candace Miller says

    July 19, 2017 at 5:11 pm

    I like to vacation anywhere in Florida.

    Reply
  69. Kristin McCall says

    July 19, 2017 at 6:21 pm

    I love going to the beach for vacation.

    Reply
  70. Cynthia Schmied says

    July 19, 2017 at 6:55 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is Northern Wisconsin.

    Reply
  71. Sandy H says

    July 19, 2017 at 7:43 pm

    I like Dominican Republic.

    Reply
  72. Belinda Burton says

    July 19, 2017 at 8:11 pm

    We love getting a cabin at Hungry Mother state park and enjoying the lake and hiking trails.

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  73. MaryAnn says

    July 19, 2017 at 10:06 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is anywhere with an MLB stadium. We love going to different baseball stadiums

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  74. latoya says

    July 20, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    I love vacationing in galveston.

    Reply
  75. Emily R. says

    July 21, 2017 at 1:20 pm

    I really want to try Tito’s Watermelon Vodkarita! My favorite place to vacation is Panama City Beach, Florida! ??

    Reply
  76. Julie Waldron says

    July 21, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is Mackinac Island.

    Reply
  77. KENNETH OHL says

    July 21, 2017 at 3:45 pm

    I love to go to Wisconsin and see family and friends

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  78. Kelly Kimmell says

    July 21, 2017 at 4:55 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is Gatlinburg, TN.

    Reply
  79. Tamra H says

    July 21, 2017 at 7:46 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is Canada!

    Reply
  80. Stephanie Gerardot says

    July 21, 2017 at 11:34 pm

    Key Largo!

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  81. Bryan Vice says

    July 22, 2017 at 11:48 am

    My favorite place is anywhere that is at least 80 degrees sunny and a beach

    Reply
  82. Gabrielly says

    July 22, 2017 at 12:11 pm

    I like to go to the beach.

    Reply
  83. Jessica Peeling says

    July 22, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    I would love to go to Hawaii but my fav right now is New Orleans!

    Reply
  84. Tabathia B says

    July 22, 2017 at 8:16 pm

    We usually visit Myrtle Beach but I would love to just visit any Florida beach

    Reply
  85. LeAnn Harbert says

    July 23, 2017 at 8:45 pm

    I like to go to any beach.

    Reply
  86. Sara says

    July 23, 2017 at 11:43 pm

    I love to vacation near a beach. I has been years since we have been on a vacation at all.

    Reply
  87. erica hall says

    July 24, 2017 at 3:38 pm

    A cabin in the mountains.

    Reply
  88. Bryan Vice says

    July 24, 2017 at 6:33 pm

    love me some cheddars thats where me and my wife goes every year on our anniversary

    Reply
  89. shelly peterson says

    July 24, 2017 at 8:37 pm

    I have not vacationed in so long if I could, I would go to Hawaii!!

    Reply
  90. Leela says

    July 24, 2017 at 11:15 pm

    I love the mountains.

    Reply
  91. Madonna says

    July 25, 2017 at 8:52 am

    My favorite vacation spot is Busch Gardens Williamsburg

    Reply
  92. Jessica W. says

    July 25, 2017 at 11:26 am

    My favorite place to vacation is South Padre Island!

    Reply
  93. Marissa M says

    July 25, 2017 at 5:17 pm

    I love vacationing in Boston!

    Reply
  94. Ashley B. says

    July 25, 2017 at 5:50 pm

    I’d love to take the kids to Florida!

    Reply
  95. deborah says

    July 25, 2017 at 6:36 pm

    I would love to go to Hawaii!

    Reply
  96. Ellie Wright says

    July 25, 2017 at 10:36 pm

    My favorite place to vacation is anywhere in the mountains.

    Reply
  97. KellieRose Wilson says

    July 26, 2017 at 2:46 pm

    Los Angeles! 🙂

    Reply
  98. cyndi br says

    July 26, 2017 at 3:06 pm

    favorite place to vacation is the grand canyon

    Reply
  99. Debbie Yoder says

    July 26, 2017 at 5:10 pm

    Drinks and good food at Cheddars!

    Reply
  100. Kristen says

    July 27, 2017 at 5:32 pm

    I like to vacation in South Carolina.

    Reply
  101. Kris Mihalov says

    July 28, 2017 at 11:56 am

    Anywhere there is water. So relaxing. Love Pensacola Beach

    Reply
  102. Gina M says

    July 28, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    I would love to go to Sanibel Island, FL!

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  103. Kelly D says

    July 28, 2017 at 12:22 pm

    I like to vacation at VA Beach.

    Reply
  104. Taryn T says

    July 29, 2017 at 7:55 am

    We love many places, depending on the mood. Staying in a cabin in Tennessee, visiting Chattanooga, or going to Hilton Head South Carolina are some of our favorites. We weren’t able to vacation this year!

    Reply
  105. jeremy mclaughlin says

    July 29, 2017 at 7:05 pm

    Favorite vacation spot is Disney World, havent been there for 6 years.

    Reply
  106. brittany marie thompson says

    July 29, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    MYRTLE BEACH IS MY FAVORITE PLACE TO VACATION.

    Reply
  107. Kim Henrichs says

    July 30, 2017 at 10:45 am

    My fave place to vacation is Tulum, Mexico!!

    Reply
  108. Breanna Pollard says

    July 31, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    MY FAVORITE PLACE TO VACATION IS FLORDIA.

    Reply

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#mamachallenge #primeday #amazon #dallas #autumnreo #primedaydeals #ltkxprimeday
Today the big day! Whether you’re on a long ho Today the big day! 

Whether you’re on a long holiday or you’re just squeezing in today, here are a couple of quick ideas to get you in the spirit of Independence Day as (featured on @wfaagmt!

These are so easy you don’t need a recipe - but if you do send us a DM and I can help you out!)

#july4th #redwhiteandblue #mamachallenge #dfw #dallas #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger #goodmorningtexas #abc
I’m be waited my whole life for this Oscar…⭐ I’m be waited my whole life for this Oscar…⭐️ 

Oscar party that is! We created an Academy Award-worthy party plan anyone can host - including a menu you don’t even really need to cook and games! 

🌟 Get the free download #ontheblog for #Oscar Bingo! 

📺 Get the link to the @wfaagmt segment in Stories. 

#oscars #academyawards2023
IYKYK. #TacoTuesday And for you #keto fans, you b IYKYK. #TacoTuesday

And for you #keto fans, you better write this one down!

I’ve never heard of @jimboystacos (even though it’s been around since the 50s), but I’m so glad I have now. Errands brought me to the drive-thru at its one of 2 Texas location in #FortWorth. 

Three cars in line must mean it’s good, so I rolled up and low and behold they have #keto taco - chicken, pick, avocado, cheese and even a southwest sauce - all wrapped up with a lettuce leaf! While it wasn’t the prettiest taco it definitely was one of my faves! And since I was there, I grabbed a few others for the family to try. So. Freaking. Good.

I would say I have a new favorite especially with all its fresh ingredients, but the Keto Taco is only here until March 15. So get yours while you can 🌮 

Thanks, Jimboy for nudging me in the right direction for tacos!

#jimboytacos #dallasblogger #dfweats #fwfood #dallasinfluencers #dfwinfluencer #mamachallenge #dfwfoodie #fwfoodie
So much to love! ❤️ There’s so much I coul So much to love! ❤️ 

There’s so much I could say that I love on this special day, but at the top of the list is my son who first made me a mama! While it is Valentine’s Day, for me February is also always a reminder that it is congenital heart defect awareness month, a condition that one and 100 children are diagnosed with every year, including my son when he was born. Thankfully we had access to care that saved his life. But only 1 in 10 kids has access to healthcare to help them. 
So any time I can support CHD research and awareness, we want to give back. I am excited the @dallasjackals (actually located in #ArlingtonTx) are donating $5 dollars to @childrensheartlink with every $20 purchased! 

Get link in my stories for this special deal!

#chd #chdawareness #childrensheartlink #dallasjackals #heartbabies #chdwarrior❤️
Did you hear there are actions to make Christmas t Did you hear there are actions to make Christmas to last for the entire winter season?

I can’t believe we’re in the homestretch and there are so many things I haven’t had a chance to see and do. However, one we don’t miss is #DaystarChristmas by @daystar.

Perfectly situated near @dfwairport in HEB, this free event is open nightly 6 pm - 11 pm. While Santa has already returned to the North Pole, it’s a beautiful self-paced walkthrough where you experience:
🌟 2 million lights
🌟 Light Maze
🌟 Life-size Manager
🌟 Photo Backdrops galore

The ideal spot for photos, catching up and then heading to dinner nearby like @gladeparkstexas. 

Tip: Go later for less crowds! Bring your jacket and gloves. Be patient and enjoy the time together. 

#eulesstx #bedfordtx #viridiandfw #dfw #dallasinfluencer #dfwholiday #dallas #fortworth #mamachallenge
Go wild this holiday at the Dallas Zoo Lights pres Go wild this holiday at the Dallas Zoo Lights presented by Reliant at the @DallasZoo! 🦒 

A new Christmas activity for us to experience, this event makes the zoo sparkle with millions of lights as you walk through installations, s’mores around the fire, fun activities for the kids, light show and and you can’t miss Santa (the kids are still talking about their visit with him!)

💡 Get your tickets in advance to reserve your cup of cheer (with cocoa and treats in your souvenir cup) ready for you when you arrive! 

📍 Dallas Zoo Lights - Dallas Zoo
Now - Jan. 1, 2023
Get your tickets online at DallasZoo.com

#DallasZooLights
New York may have the Rockefeller tree, but Dallas New York may have the Rockefeller tree, but Dallas has the tree at Galleria Dallas! 🌲 

Taking a photo with the tree or watching it light up with Missile Toes skating around it, is Bucket List Christmas in DFW.

However this year they’ve turned it up even more with SNOW ❄️! At special times throughout the day, you can experience snow falling for a White Christmas moment!

Snowfall in the Alley:
Now - December 24
Monday - Thursday: 5pm and 7pm
Friday - Saturday: 2pm, 5pm and 7pm
Sunday: 2pm and 5pm

And don’t miss Santa! But you’ll take a journey to see him through @snowdaypop! Travel via train and there enjoy holiday with innovative immersive experience and best of all they take the 
Snowday (Level 1, near Banana Republic) 
Now-January 8
(Reservations recommended)

You still have time to experience the Grand Holiday Ice Show today! 

And make Illumination Celebration a part of your holiday with Illumination Celebration!
Meet at the nation’s tallest indoor Christmas tree for a special music and light show. 

November 25 - December 24
12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

Don’t miss @GalleriaDallas for the Holidays this season! 

#GalleriaDallas #DFW #Mamachallenge #GalleriaHoliday #dallas #DTX
🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Nig 🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by Cirque Du Soleil! 🎪

Looking for something different for your holiday fun? Then this is the one. It will make everybody and every age smile and get in the holiday mood (even the teens!) 

Flips, jumps, lights, audience interaction, and Santa Claus! It's a beautiful bridge of a classic done in a whole new interactive way! 

🎪 Get your tickets now (try for section 200!) Now - Dec. 11, 2022!

🎪 Snacks + drinks are available, but you should eat dinner before or be ready for a late dinner! 

🎪 Attire is business casual, but make it fun for a festive, fun night out! 

🎪 Pair it with a trip to @Prairie Lights for 
the ultimate fun in #GrandPrairie! 

#CirqueTwas #twasthenightbeforechristmas #hosted #dfw #mamachallenge #visitdallas #visitgrandprairie #DFWInfluencer #DFWHoliday #DallasBlogger
Sums up this month about right. October has defi Sums up this month about right. 

October has definitely flown by and I couldn’t believe how many of my favorite experiences we didn’t get to attend, but an afternoon at @sixflagsovertexas took care of a lot of my fall bucket list! Halloween fun, seeing the leaves start to change, one of the best strudels + a true Oktoberfest bier, and picture moments galore - we’re all checked off! 

With three festivals - including Fright Fest, Boo Fest and a new Oktoberfest Food Festival, the whole family had a great day at @sixflagsovertexas. And paired with a flash pass and an All day cup (thank you, Six Flags) you can’t go wrong enjoying Texas fall in #DFW.

🤩 Plus make sure to stop and read the gravestones- they name all the rides that have gone out of rotation. 

#sixflags #sixflagsmemories #arlingtontx #aworldofwonderful #dfw #dfwevents #dallasblogger
Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we celebrated with a family trip to the @statefairoftx. 

There’s always so much to see and do, but for us it’s the FOOD! So many people asked us what’s the best thing thing to eat, so here’s our short list of #musteats at the State Fair of Texas!

✔️Every good Texan knows your first stop (and also your last) is @fletcherscornydogs. But did you know there’s more than the original to try? Go for the Dallas Hot Bird Dog dippes in spicy batter, deep-fried, split open and then piled high max and cheese, @cholulahotsauce and crispy jalapeños. #Daymade and you just started!

✔️ Pay homage to the to who @texasmonthly calls the “high priest of frying, @chef_abel, and order up his newest creation, the Doh-Muf: part fluffy donut, part muffin and all goodness with Bavarian cream and coated in banana nut muffin batter. Want to up the ante? Then while you’re there, snag the fried PBJ. (Ask for the Priscilla, just like the King.)

✔️ Don’t fly off too far…get another new dish - the Texas Ranch Hog Wings from @nevinsconcessions. Grab lots of napkins and The Fried Charcuterie Board from this dynamic duo.

✔️ I hope you’re not full because we aren’t finished yet - it’s time to get your greens on from @chefcassy. Deep fried collard greens of course served with a honey-glazed chicken wing! 🐔 

✔️ Quite possibly the fastest thing we ate - was the Ultimate Brookie Monster from @smokeyjohnsbbq. It may not be pretty, but with chocolate chip cookie + brownie, @oreo, marshmallow, all deep fried and served with @bluebellicecream, cheesecake crumbles and strawberry sauce…it’s the ultimate dessert (because everything is in it!)

✔️ Like a corn dog, no trip to the fair is complete without a funnel cake from @ferniesfunnelcakes. It’s the perfect nibble as you people watch your way through the fair (and burn off a few calories before you eat again.)

✔️ So you done yet? You might be for now, so make sure to grab your @stifflersmomscookiefactory to go and wash it down with a dirty soda (ask and they’ll show you!)

HBD, #BigTex - we enjoyed it!

🎡 🌮 🌯🍗🍩

#Texas #statefairoftexas #statefair #deepfrieddynasty #dfw #dallas #statefairfood
If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 I If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 

I can’t help but take up on a good challenge, so when @visit_arlington asked what was my vote favorite taco during their #SavetheTacos campaign, I couldn’t let them down. ✔️ 

With 12 restaurants ready to face off for the title of “Arlington’s Favorite Taco,” anyone can vote and then win prizes for making their vote. 

Wanna play? You have 12 tacos and 10 days to make your 🗳.

My favorite? I’ll never tell, but I sure did have a good time doing the research.

This is what #TacoTuesday was made for.

#ArlingtonTexas #ArlingtonTx #aworldofwonderful #arlington #dfw #tacos #taco #dallasblogger #dfwinfluencer
BBQ leftovers? 

If you happen to have any, what’s your favorite way to put them to work in the kitchen?

I’m talking ways to use that sausage, brisket or smoked chicken from July 4th on @wfaagmtthis!
🇺🇸 Green Sauce for Brisket Breakfast Tacos
🇺🇸 Smoked Chicken Salad
🇺🇸 One-Pan Sausage, Potato and Green Bean Dinner

#july4 #independenceday #gmt #goodmorningtexas #bbq #brisket #dallas #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger
When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀 I w When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀

I was away for work and a special box from @universalpictures @theslyfoxclub showed up! 

My miniboss (and her accomplice) busted it open and made their own unboxing video to send to mom (check my Instastories). 

As much fun as they had making the unboxing video, we had to go see @Minions The Rise of Gru opening night. We both loved it (and the soundtrack is winning especially when your kiddo sings The Rolling Stones on the way home!)

➡️ See #Minions #TheRiseOfGru only in theaters TODAY! 

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

#minions #TheRiseofGru #Ad
DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good! S DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good!

Sign up for the The Heroes for Children 5K & Family Fun Run happening tomorrow, April 23 at Hall Park in #FriscoTx!

This is family-friendly race and party to raise awareness and funds for families affected by pediatric cancer in Texas presented by @heroesforchildren! This Dallas-based org advocates for and provides financial and social assistance to families with children battling cancer throughout Texas. 

🥇 5K runners receive an event T-shirt and the first 300 finishers receive a special Heroes for Gold Ribbon medal. 

Also enjoy:
🏃‍♀️ family fun zone
🏃‍♂️ community sponsored events
🏃‍♀️ Gold Go Gold Art exhibit
 
🏃‍♀️ Register now: https://www.heroesforchildren.org/5k-funrun-frisco and save $5 with promo code HEROESRUN5!

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#dfw #heroesforchildren #run #easter #dallas #frisco #pediatriccancer
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