Melissa is mom to 4 kids and 2 angels | writer | creator | localist with LittleLakeCounty.com. She once lived in heels and dreamed of traveling the world, now she lives in her minivan and dreams of a clean kitchen.
Author Email: mamab.blogger@gmail.com
Staff title: Member of the Chicago Parent Blog Network
Fun fact: Reptiles are not really slimy; their shine comes from an oil on their scales. Read more
Test the waters on their interest and stamina for a performance. Read more
Enjoy the season to the fullest on these trails. Read more
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From balloons to pow wows, three fests you'll love to share with the kids Read more
Summer and fall are prime months to fall in love with silly, active goats. We have a few places to check out. Read more
Kids can see what other kids face while living in extreme poverty in the Philippines, Guatemala and Uganda. Read more
Record flooding has affected many families in the area. Read more
See why the waterway ranks high among Lake County residents. Read more
A journey to find the larger-than-life guardians of the forest. Read more
Mar 19, 2019
Explore Chicago’s music legacy through ragtime, jazz and blues in an exhibition that highlights the contributions of important places and people that shaped the music scene. Read more
Mar 19, 2019
Mar 19, 2019
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