Castlewood Park
For a while, I had heard friends rave about Castlewood Park, so I finally got out that way to see what the fuss was about. Once I got there (it is about 30 minutes from Downtown St. Louis in Ballwin Missouri), I quickly understood the appeal! The Meramec river runs through this lush park with steep overlooks and its remote setting means there’s nothing but … Continue reading Castlewood Park
June 2019 Eat Local Picks
The family and I try not to eat out too often, so when we do the food has to be delicious and memorable. Chains offer reliability and some tempting food, but there is something special about visiting a local business that is unique to St. Louis. Each month I plan to feature three St. Louis casual dining establishments that wowed me and told a story … Continue reading June 2019 Eat Local Picks
A Day Out in Historic St. Charles
Few places in the St. Louis area transport you back in time like St. Charles’s Historic Main Street. Right off the Missouri river, Main Street was an important trading stop that helped St. Charles become the Missouri state capital from 1821-1826. Most of the houses on Main Street date from the German influx in the early 1900s and, through preservation efforts, many have been converted … Continue reading A Day Out in Historic St. Charles
Forest Park
If you ask residents what they love about St. Louis, the first thing they will say is Forest Park. While there are many things St. Louis has to offer, Forest Park is the heart of this city. Built in 1904 for the World’s Fair (as depicted in the musical Meet Me in St. Louis), this park has so much to offer and, most importantly, is … Continue reading Forest Park
Lone Elk Park
If you have ever wanted to get up close and personal with an elk, this park is your chance! The first time we visited, we were amazed as we followed the trail and walked right by five elk munching away right next to us! We were also amazed by how secluded and forest-like it felt even though we knew we were just minutes from a … Continue reading Lone Elk Park
Day In Kirkwood
One of my favorite St. Louis suburbs to spend the day in is Kirkwood. The neighborhood is quirky, full of charm, and filled with architecture from the early 1900s (I dream of living in one of the many homes with a wrap-around porch.). I suggest spending a day to get to know this quirky suburb. Breakfast: Start out your day at Strange Donuts with this … Continue reading Day In Kirkwood
Columbia Day Trip
When we want a day trip or even a short weekend, our go-to is Columbia, Missouri. Now I will admit my husband and I are a little nostalgic towards this college town as our undergrad was a half hour from Columbia and we lived in the city for two years while my husband was earning his masters at Mizzou. Even so, if you want a … Continue reading Columbia Day Trip
