Living in Washington state near the British Columbia border, we are able to visit the amazing Whistler skiing resort. Once we had children, our visit to Whistler changed a bit. We weren't as free to do the same things we did when we were in our 20s, pre-kids. But thankfully, there is so much to do in Whistler with kids. One place that families must visit is Bounce. {We love Bounce!} So as you can see, my husband loved jumping and doing flips off the top steps into the pool of foam squares. He … [Read more...]
Car Seat Safety Tips
When I had my first child, I was overwhelmed. There is just so much to learn, isn't there? One thing, that I didn't know enough about was car seat safety. I didn't know how long to keep my baby rear-facing, I didn't know the height and weight requirements for upgrading seats. I had to look up all the information online and it was still quite over whelming. Add to that, car seat rules and regulations seem to change frequently. I felt in over my head as a new mom. Are you feeling overwhelmed … [Read more...]
Relocating? Effective Tips for a Last Minute Move
Your boss finally saw your potential and offered you that promotion…The only problem is, you’ll have to relocate to Fairfax, Virginia and you have to move within the next 2 weeks to begin the transition phase with your new staff. As you stare at all the stuff in your home, you begin to wonder how in the world you’re going to successfully move you, your children, and all of your belongings in 14 days without wanting to ball up in a corner and cry. Crucial to keeping a level head, 3 (More) … [Read more...]
Tips to Make Travel Packing Less Stressful
This post brought to you by Atlantic Luggage. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Long Wait For Isabella. We've traveled to many states and a few provinces and countries for my husband's work. I cannot count how many times we've packed and unpacked. Each time is a bit stressful. Traveling is a little stressful, isn't it? Here are my tips for making travel packing less stressful: Be Prepared Write a list Do all the laundry Know the weather where you are … [Read more...]
Ripley’s London: A Family Friendly Museum Everyone Will Love
Are you looking for a place to take the kids that is educational, interesting, and entertaining? Ripley’s London with all of its exceptional and intriguing exhibits is perfect for families who want to achieve a fun museum tour that is unlike any other. There are over 700 artifacts in this family friendly museum to enjoy, and the goal of each one of them is to challenge the mind. It only takes a couple of hours to explore this fascinating attraction, but you can expect your kids to be still … [Read more...]
I’m a packing professional. Here are my tips.
I have exciting news for you all. At the end of the month I am going to Hawaii. Honolulu to be exact. The kids and I are hijacking my parents work travel thing and making it into a vacation of our own. Yep, that's how I roll. The hubby can't come this time due to work so it will just be the kids and I with my parents and sister. {We are sad he can't come, but we are so excited to be back in Hawaii.} My husband and I have traveled so much in the last 15 years that we've been married it has … [Read more...]
Have You Been to Yosemite National Park?
Have you visited Yosemite National Park? One of my favorite places to visit and see with family is Yosemite National Park. When we lived in the Sacramento area, we took quick trips a couple times each year to Yosemite and just loved it. To this day, the smell of pine trees reminds me of that National Park. Do you have a scent that reminds you of a vacation or travel experience? Anytime I smell the floral scent of plumeria, I am reminded of a trip to Honolulu I took when I was fourteen. I … [Read more...]
