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We just wrapped up our latest literary road trip and this time, we went to MGM Springfield in Springfield, MA. #hosted #sponsored

We packed in museums, music, movies, and some quality family time together.

Here’s what made it magical:
Dinner + bowling at TAP Sports Bar (yes, you can eat wings AND bowl strikes—highly recommend)
A dreamy day at the Springfield Museums where we:
Visited The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum (so interactive and fun!)
Snapped pics at the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden
Wandered through the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts + Smith Art Museum
Even squeezed in a stop at the Springfield Public Library right next door

Dinner at Costa was cozy and delish, and we caught Jurassic World: Rebirth at Regal Cinemas (recliner bucket seats = next-level comfort).
Grabbed a might breakfast at The Roasted Bean and ate delicious classic diner food at Bill’s Diner.

The pool and fitness center gave us a little downtime, while the shops and casino were perfect for wandering. AND we got lucky with weather because we danced the night away during Free Music Friday with a local band performing right outside the hotel!

It was one of those family trips where everyone found something to love. Springfield, we’ll be back!

Happy book birthday to I Got You by Derrick Barnes @authorderrickdbarnes and illustrator @shamarknightjustice.

This picture book is a beautiful celebration of brotherhood, growing up, and the gentle reminders that love doesn’t go anywhere, even when things start to change.

Rasheed’s big brother Anthony is his hero, his teacher, and now…his inspiration for becoming a big brother himself. If you have siblings, this one will hit you right in the feels. Grab your copy today and share the love. #IGotYouBook #derrickbarnes #shamarknightjustice #happypubday

We just wrapped up our latest literary road trip and this time, we went to MGM Springfield @mgmspringfield in Springfield, MA. #hosted #sponsored

We packed in museums, music, movies, and some quality family time together.

Here’s what made it magical:
Dinner + bowling at TAP Sports Bar @tapmgms (yes, you can eat wings AND bowl strikes—highly recommend)
A dreamy day at the Springfield Museums @springfieldmuseums where we:
Visited The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum (so interactive and fun!)
Snapped pics at the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden
Wandered through the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts + Smith Art Museum
Even squeezed in a stop at the Springfield Public Library @springfieldpubliclibrary right next door

Dinner at Costa was cozy and delish, and we caught Jurassic World: Rebirth at Regal Cinemas @regalmovies @regalmgm7 (recliner bucket seats = next-level comfort).
Grabbed a might breakfast at The Roasted Bean and ate delicious classic diner food at Bill’s Diner.

The pool and fitness center gave us a little downtime, while the shops and casino were perfect for wandering. AND we got lucky with weather because we danced the night away during Free Music Friday with a local band performing right outside the hotel!

It was one of those family trips where everyone found something to love. Springfield, we’ll be back!

If loving books and good stories is wrong, I don’t wanna be right. What’s the book you can’t put down right now? 👇🏾

Them: You look happier.

Me: Thanks, I’ve been reading more, journaling, taking care of my body, and being more intentional about living joyfully.

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