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Posted by Toni

Do you love exploring new places, even in your own town?

Do you enjoy doing and making stuff?

Would you rank having a sense of humor, spending time outdoors, and being curious as vital family values?

If your head is bobbing up and down in response to these questions, welcome home. Even if you’re unsure–perhaps your head is itching to bob right now–come along and sample the possibilities for fun with your family both at home and on the road.

Bring the Family is more than a family travel blog, because many families–including mine–can’t always be on the road. It’s so easy for us parents to fall into a rut of obligation and fatigue, feeling like there’s little time to escape or play in our daily lives. But there are opportunities all around to do the things you did before parenthood (even if at a different pace) and to experience some new activities with a kid’s-eye view. There’s plenty of fun to be had both in your own back yard and on the road–and I hope to inspire you to bring the family along for the journey.

As a family travel writer and photographer (all images on this site are mine unless otherwise noted) with three sons who never stop moving, I have a few ideas about how to help busy kids channel their boundless energy. Our family also loves to wander, whether for a local hike or an epic road trip, and most of our wanderings involve time outdoors, so look for tips and tricks on traveling and exploring with kids as well as the occasional grown-up getaway.

I hope Bring the Family will inspire you with ideas, how-to’s, honest product and gear reviews, crafts, travelogues, and tales of living a hands-on life–topped with a healthy dose of humor and fun.

Thanks for stopping by.

Toni

P.S. I love hearing from readers! ToniTravels AT gmail DOT com

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One Response to “About”

  1. Toni Writes » Blog Archive » Welcome! Says:
    May 20th, 2009 at 11:09 am

    [...] I particularly enjoy capturing  family togetherness and the spirit of exploration, and I think Bring the Family reflects that nicely. You might also enjoy my recent feature on raising a kid who loves the earth [...]

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