I am so excited that it’s Friday again which means time for Friday Cocktails! We are leaving for our trip this weekend and are super excited about it all. Of course running around trying to get everything done and packed. Make sure everyone has everything they need and I don’t forget things is a bit stressful. However, the moment we get into the car I will be fine.
That means I am going to be offline all weekend as we get out onto the road but that’s okay as well. I will be back to checking emails and getting stuff done on Monday. That is one of the best things about my job, I can work anywhere in the world.
WORKING ON A ROAD TRIP
Yep, I work even while road tripping. All I need is my laptop and an internet connection. I use a mobile wifi device from Verizon for my internet while on the road. It’s not expensive and means I can get internet pretty much anywhere I go. I’m on my own network not using a free one. I like that. I usually spend a little time each day going through emails and checking social media. If there is a post to get done I get it handled quickly and then get right back to enjoying the trip. I work at night when the kids are asleep or early morning before they get up.
WEEKLY FINDS I LOVE
Since we are talking about road trips I thought I would share some of our favorite snacks to take along with us. Of course you can click any of the images to go to the items on Amazon. I love shopping on Amazon and you can find all of the items on my various lists here. I add to them all the time so be sure to check often.
Sahale Snacks Glazed Nut Mix Variety Pack: I reviewed these years ago and we have been hooked since. They are so good and the kids love them. These I have on hand all year long and not just for road trips.
P3 Portable Protein Pack: I love these packs. They are so good and I am able to get a little something to help keep my blood sugar steady throughout the day.
Fruit Bliss Variety Pack Organic Fruit Snacks: Even I need a little fruit snack sometimes. These are a little more grown up. Although the kids will eat them if they run out of theirs.
That’s it Fruit Bars Snack Gift Box: The kids all love these and since they are all natural, vegan, gluten free I don’t mind so much. They are an easy sweet treat.
SkinnyPop White Cheddar Popped Popcorn, 100 Calorie Bags: Another snack for me! I love SkinnyPop and having these bags gives me something salty when I need it.
PackIt Freezable Snack Box: Okay this isn’t a snack but anytime we need something cold I use one of these. They can be frozen which makes them perfect. They have that freezable gel permanently on the inside so no little cold pack needed.
GoGo squeeZ Applesauce, Variety Pack: These are for the twins. It is an easy way for them to get a little snack without a spoon.
Jack Link’s Beef Jerky, Multipack Bags: These are for the older kids and myself. The twins don’t really like these much but the older ones do. This is another one I keep on hand all year for them. I do try to limit how many they eat though because of salt.
Black Forest Fruit Snacks Juicy Bursts: Another fruit snack for the twins. They love fruit snacks and I’m okay with them as long as they don’t get the whole box in one sitting.
These are just a few of the snacks that we pack and take with us. Of course I attempt to make sure that we have plenty of healthy snacks but we always end up buying candy when we stop too. I do limit the amount of candy but I felt I needed to mention we do get it so no one thought “That chick is strict with what her kids eat.” I just attempt to get them to eat better.
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I plan to take a vacation to the beach with my husband and kids.
Can’t wait for camping and swimming!
swimming
Anime and movie marathons and regular workouts.
I plan on taking some camping trips with my family this summer, and hopefully having some lazy days by the pool.
I plan on going down to the beach with my family this summer and fishing with my husband
Thank you so much for the chance to be entered in your giveaway! This summer we plan on going camping a few times with many trips to the beach! Have a great weekend and hope you have a lovely summer full of fun!
My plans this summer is to (hopefully) get some much needed home improvements done.
Planning to check out Niagara falls this summer and some wine tasting 😋
We don’t have many big plans. We may spend some time planning a trip for fall though.
My plans for summer are to take a trip to the beach and also to see old friends.
no solid plans yet but i am hoping that this year is a bit more normal than last.
stay cool and read.
Hopefully, we’ll be moving soon, preferably as soon as possible. Wisconsin just isn’t a place where we feel comfortable- we want to move further North.
I will be painting my front porch.
we are hoping to spend some time in the mountains this summer
I plan to work from home this summer. We have no trips planned again this summer…maybe next year.
My plans this summer is to look for a new job and also find a new apartment.
My plans are to stay inside where it’s cool. May try and have a get together on the 4th with everyone.
no plans for summer, staying home can;t afford to do anything
Not to many plans just stay around home and enjoy the quietness.
We plan to do some hiking, bicycling, and gardening this summer.
i don’t have any plans for this summer. Just staying home
No special plans
I haven’t planned anything yet.
I plan on relocating.
Spending as much time as possible by the pool in the backyard. And we are planning a trip to the beach at the end of June to celebrate my Mom’s 60th bday. Plus, I have a list of summer reads I need go get to. 🙂