Midwest Mimi

  • The Difference Between Canceling and Choosing Rest

    When you live with chronic illness, disability, or even just the daily realities of parenting, plans don’t always unfold the way you imagine. Sometimes, life forces you to cancel. Other times, you make the choice to rest. On the surface they can look the same: you’re not showing up. But the meaning and the weight…

  • The Part of Vacation You Don’t See: Recovery Days After Missouri

    We just got back from our Missouri vacation. I’m so glad we went and I truly enjoyed the time with my family. But here’s the part you won’t see in most travel posts: the recovery days. The first night home, I was asleep by 8 p.m. Yesterday, the day after we got back, I didn’t…

  • St. Louis Zoo Accessibility Review: Tips for a Smooth Visit

    The St. Louis Zoo is one of the top free attractions in the Midwest, and it’s an incredible destination for families. But if you or someone in your group has mobility challenges, there are a few things you’ll want to know before you go. Admission & Costs to Plan For One of the best things…

  • Owl Creek Park River Access Accessibility Review

    (Formerly Bonehole Swimming Basin) Owl Creek Park River Access (formerly known as Bonehole Swimming Basin) is one of those hidden gems that makes you want to linger just a little longer. We had such a great time here that we actually visited twice in the same week. What’s funny is that even some locals we…

  • 7 Ways Nature Builds Resilient Kids

    Let’s be honest: life can be a lot, for us, and for our kids. They’re navigating school, friendships, big feelings, and a world that sometimes feels way too loud and fast. And on the days when everyone’s melting down (or arguing over who looked at whom the wrong way,) I remember why I keep getting…