About Us: Family Adventures

Welcome to “Together We Roam”, where we trade screens for sun, sand, snow, and stories. Join us as we explore local thrills, far-flung trails, and all the life that exists in between.

I should add that we are not anti-screen, just working very hard to limit the time spent on them so our children recognize the value of life lived outside of phones and tablets.

I have also spent time building activities, games, and other printables for our kids. I realized recently that I have a stockpile that I should be sharing with others. As such, I’ve begun an Etsy Shop and intend to release more of my pieces on a regular basis in 2026.

I hope you enjoy the adventures, printables, and freebies… and are inspired to find fun things to do with your family in your area! (:

A vibrantly colored backpack, made of durable canvas with playful patchwork details and rounded edges, sits atop a sun-dappled grassy knoll. Surrounding it are scattered adventure essentials: a bright red water bottle, a magnifying glass with a chunky handle, and a whimsical hand-drawn map. Golden hour sunlight casts long, energetic shadows across the cheerful scene, highlighting the vivid textures of the grass and gear. Shot from a low, slightly tilted angle, the composition centers on the backpack, with a lively blur in the background hinting at distant trees and rolling terrain. The mood is energetic, whimsical, and bursting with the promise of a fun family outing. Photographic realism with saturated colors and inviting, playful round forms echo the site's spirit of joyful family adventure.
A pair of brightly patterned rain boots—one yellow with blue polka dots, the other green with orange stripes—sit side by side in a shallow, crystal-clear puddle. The boots have cheerful, chubby forms and a slightly shiny rubber texture. Positioned at the edge of a winding forest path covered in vivid autumn leaves, the puddle reflects the boots and part of the colorful tree canopy above. Soft, overcast daylight creates subtle highlights on the boots and gentle reflections in the water. Shot from a low, close-up angle to accentuate the rounded shapes and capture the vivid colors of both boots and surroundings. The mood is playful, mischievous, and ready for adventure, rendered in photographic realism with a pop of whimsical design.

Adventures with kids

I’m an imperfect mom chasing screen-free play with three under-seven explorers, hoping to spark real smiles, messy moments, and memories that outshine the latest gadget. It’s not always easy – the screen time battle is real when you need a break, or a chance to eat your food while it’s hot. But if the bulk of what we do is centered in connection and movement, we’re heading in the right direction. I am looking forward to having you join us in our chaotic adventures!