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It’s showtime 🖤

We threw on our best stripes and went to see Beetlejuice The Musical… and honestly? 11/10 night.

So fun, so chaotic, and the kind of show that has you laughing the whole time.

If you’re near San Jose, don’t sleep on this. It’s at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts through April 5th.
Tickets in my bio. 🎟️ @broadwaysanjose_ #beetlejuice #beetlejuicethemusical #bayareafun

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Never underestimate Sri Lankan hospitality… some of the kindest people I’ve ever met. ❤️

I was craving rice and curry the other day, and it instantly brought me back to this moment from our Sri Lanka road trip.

Each morning of the trip we were given a challenge for the day, and this one felt almost impossible. We needed to get invited into a stranger’s home to learn how to make traditional rice and curry.

I honestly didn’t think it would happen… but wow, was I wrong.

We were welcomed in with so much warmth and kindness, and it ended up being one of those experiences you just can’t plan…the kind that stays with you.

And really, can you imagine this playing out the same way in the U.S.? 😂

If you want to read more about our full tuk tuk road trip it’s all linked in my bio. #srilanka #srilankatravel #tuktuksrilanka #travelstories #amazingexperience

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I’m not done with Sri Lanka content just yet… I took way too much footage on that trip not to post it.

When I first found out I’d be going to Sri Lanka for our tuk tuk road trip with @largeminority , I assumed most of the island would be jungles and tropical beaches. I was completely wrong.

The Central Highlands feel like a different world. This area is cool, misty, full of waterfalls, wildflowers, and endless tea plantations. Staying overnight on a tea plantation was such a cool experience, and I highly recommend it if you visit.

You can read more about our Sri Lanka tuk tuk road trip with Large Minority in the link in my bio. #srilankatravel #tuktuk #srilanka #traveltipsandtricks

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What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever seen on the side of the road?
I’m pretty sure mine is this elephant. 🐘

I knew I had a perfect clip somewhere in my footage that would work perfectly with this viral sound. Sri Lanka seriously had me filming everything, because every time we turned a corner there was something we definitely don’t see back home.

Our Tuk Tuk trip was wild in the best way possible. You could read more about our road trip with @largeminority in the Link in my bio.

#srilanka #travelmoments #elephant #travelreels #srilankatravel

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It’s finally spring, which felt like the perfect excuse to make a dessert that is perfect for spring and summer.

These Pistachio Pudding Bars are the most Midwest dessert ever, and I first had them back in Indiana at my best friend’s mom’s 4th of July BBQ years ago. Still one of my favorites.

The full Recipe is on the blog. Link in bio.

#retrorecipes #easydessert #midwestrecipes #nostalgicfood #springbaking

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Did you know in Sri Lanka they have bread tuk-tuks?
They sound like ice cream trucks… but they’re delivering baked goods instead of ice cream.

Once Amy and I realized that, we started chasing them down like little kids.

Now when I hear an ice cream truck at home, my brain doesn’t think ice cream anymore…
It thinks bread tuk-tuk. 😂

Travel changes you in unexpected ways. @maddy_pat_mad #srilankatravels #breadtuktuk #srilanka #tuktuk #traveltipsandtricks

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One of the best things about Japan is that you don’t need a list of viral restaurants.

We never planned our meals around famous spots, never stressed about where to eat, and somehow every single thing we tried was amazing.

From street food to tiny neighborhood restaurants to snacks we grabbed on the go… we seriously didn’t have one bad meal the entire trip.

Japan might be the only place where you can walk into almost anywhere and know it’s going to be good. #japanfood #japaneats #japantravels #tokyofood #kyotofood

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If you’re headed to Ireland but short on time, this is a great itinerary that gets you out of Dublin and into the beautiful Irish countryside without a lot of long drives. ☘️

We left from Dublin and visited Glendalough on the way to Kilkenny, stayed two nights at Mount Juliet Estate, stopped at Jerpoint Abbey, visited the Hawkeye School of Falconry, and spent our last night back in Dublin.

It’s scenic, easy to do in a few days, and one of our favorite trips.

I have the full itinerary up on the blog if you want all the details. Link in bio. And by the way, Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️

#irelandtravel #irelanditinerary #familytravel #ireland🇮🇪 #travelwithkids

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Ireland has that ability to sweep you off your feet and temporarily affect your parental judgment… 😂

In our defense, it was during the day, our kids are a little older, and in Ireland, pubs are surprisingly family-friendly.
Most pubs allow kids when they’re with an adult, usually until around 9pm. So yes… you can still get the pub experience even with kids in tow.

If Ireland is on your list, I have our full 3-day itinerary up on the blog with all our favorite stops.
Hope you have a happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️

#happystpatricksday #irelandtravel #travelwithkids #familytravel #momlifebestlife

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We had four days in Tokyo with the kids, and this is how we split up our time.
Tokyo is huge, so having a rough plan made a big difference, and this schedule ended up working really well for our family.

We stayed at Mimaru Suites Shinjuku West, explored Asakusa, Harajuku, Shibuya, TeamLab Planets, DisneySea, and somehow still found time for 7-Eleven snacks, Denny’s Japan and numerous Raman shops. 😄

If you’re planning Tokyo with kids, feel free to save this for later.
Our Full Japan itinerary is on the blog. Link in bio.

#tokyowithkids #japanwithkids #tokyoitinerary #familytravel #japantrip @mimaruhotels