Changes at the polka dot
After a long slumber (the last post was Memorial Day? Really? Yikes!), we’ve made some changes around the ‘suitcase. As you can see, the look changed a little here on the blog, and we’ve got new info (book — woohoo!) on our main page. Also seem to be having problems posting pictures. So, still lots of work to do. Hang in there — we’ll be back, dotting the virtual landscape soon enough. Good things ahead. … Read entire article »
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Announcing the new Polka Dot Suitcase newsletter
Did you ever discover something you never even knew existed, but once you did, you didn’t know how in the world you’d ever lived without it? Well, here you go: The Polka Dot Suitcase newsletter! Why you need it: Parenting isn’t just about teaching your kids to be safe, healthy, happy, and contributing citizens of the world. It’s about having fun with the coolest people around — your kiddos. You get an excuse to play, get messy, … Read entire article »
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Charleston, South Carolina
It was supposed to be a late-winter getaway to cure our itchy travel bug. Who knew it was going to be so crammed with fun and activity? Turns out, Charleston isn’t just a destination for romantics and adults sans kids. We only had three days and we were going non-stop — could have easily filled another three. TIDBIT TO LOOK SMART IN FRONT OF YOUR KIDS: The beautiful Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge in Charleston isn’t a suspension bridge … Read entire article »
Stone Mountain
After one last bathroom stop at World of Coca-Cola, we headed out of downtown Atlanta. Destination: Stone Mountain. Here’s the thing about Stone Mountain. It wasn’t initially on our plan of stops. But about two days before we left, a friend said, “You’ve got to go to Stone Mountain.” I thought, eh. Not interested. But then I went to the SM website, and got intrigued. They had a campground, so I figured that was a … Read entire article »
World of Coke
We knew the Georgia Aquarium was going to be a tough act to follow. But we had to keep pressing on. So after leaving the peaceful waters behind, we walked on over to the World of Coca-Cola. When you first enter, you mill about, not sure what you’re doing. There’s a countdown clock, though, so like good cattle, we obediently waited for the clock to count down and let us know what to do next. Turns … Read entire article »
Georgia Aquarium
Next up on our tour of Atlanta was the Georgia Aquarium. In a word: Amazing. Get thee to the Georgia Aquarium if at all possible. It’s laid out in manageable sections, so although it’s inevitably going to be crowded, you can plan your visit so you easily dodge school groups and such. Just skip one section and return to it when the wave of peeps passes. There are a few touch tanks and some “touch me” … Read entire article »