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Watkins Glen State Park Next Stop on the Great Empire Pass Tour

Watkins Glen State Park Next Stop on the Great Empire Pass Tour Once we had purchased the Empire Pass at Keuka State Park, the rest of our Finger Lakes itinerary fell neatly into place. We headed off to Watkins Glen State Park  in search of the boys much-beloved waterfalls. I had originally been angling to camp in the park, but the thought of dry camping after purchasing the new luxury camper sent my husband into fits of despair. If you are in the region, you absolutely MUST make a trip here. It was truly more beautiful than any of us had expected. Couple of tips... 1. Get there early! There was a huge difference in the crowds when we arrived at around 10 am and when we left around 1pm. This place is best enjoyed with a bit of peace and quiet. You will be in even better shape if Max and Theo arent there to practice their echo calls. Although I would take them over a tour bus anyway, I understand that I may be in the minority. 2. Start from the North Entrance and work your way down...

Weve Come a Long Way Babies Buttermilk Falls State Park

Weve Come a Long Way Babies Buttermilk Falls State Park Jeremy and I took the boys on their first road trip when they were 10 weeks old. The prospect of a 12 hour car trip down to North Carolina seemed daunting to us for sure. However, the idea of spending our summer sitting in the house changing diapers and wiping up baby puke got us in the car and on the road pretty quickly. We realized early into this parenting journey that babies are babies and toddlers are toddlers no matter where you take them. Whether we are hiking in the mountains or lounging on a beach, an outbreak of whining or fighting is as likely as an afternoon thunderstorm in July. We choose to place these inevitable hazards of childhood against spectacular backdrops and invigorating experiences. Some people stay home with their kids because the idea of traveling with them is overwhelming. Jeremy and I travel with our kids because the idea of staying at home with them is mind numbing. Our boys have big personalities and ...