The following post is by a special guest blogger: Sharlene Earnshaw, Trekaroo’s Blog Editor.

The winter of 2011 sure packed a powerful punch. It seemed as though the country was walloped by one continuous snowstorm. Luckily, spring is here and trees are blossoming. The beauty of an orchard in bloom is something to celebrate and our country especially loves to do so when they are at their showy pink best. As a matter of fact, there are two dozen festivals across the country dedicated to celebrating the cherry blossom.

Here is a glimpse at three of the country’s biggest festivals.

Read More >

The following post is by a special guest blogger: Sharlene Earnshaw, Trekaroo’s Blog Editor.

Once upon a time, way back in 1878, there once was a group of children on Capitol Hill enjoying the Monday after Easter tradition of egg rolling. One precocious child in the bunch noticed President Rutherford B. Hayes, who was watching his own children participate in the fun, and decided to ask him the question that changed history.

“Say! Are you going to let us roll eggs in your yard?”

President Hayes did let the children of DC roll eggs on the White House lawn, and a tradition was born.  As the years have passed, the annual White House Easter Egg Roll event has evolved, but one thing remains constant: eggs will be rolled.

Read More >

The following post is by a special guest blogger: Sharlene Earnshaw, Trekaroo’s Blog Editor.

Winter’s chill has taken hold of much of the country. As we shovel snow and bundle our children to brave the outdoors, we can’t help but let visions of palm trees and swimming pools creep into our minds. Instead of daydreaming about a warm weekend in the desert, take action! Grab the kids and head to Palm Desert in California’s Coachella Valley. With over 350 days a year of sunshine and winter highs in the ’70s, it’s the ideal spot to take a break from the freezing weather for a few days.

Read More >

As the end of the year rolls in, I always scramble to figure out what are the best events for kids. If your family is in the Houston area for the holidays, here are the top five things to do with the kids.

Read More >