Two In Tow & On The Go

Product Roundup: Adventure Goodies

This post is sponsored by Babblebox.

Now that the PNW is miraculously sunny and warm, I’ve made it my personal mission to avenge the cold weather misfortunes of parka-clad “Winter Tonya” and hit up aaaalll the beaches, splash pads, and parks in tanks and shorts for as long as the sun will have me.

Dramatic? Yes. But, true? Double yes.

All of this summertime go- go- going makes it super important for the kids and me to recharge when we get home. So when Babbleboxx offered to send me its latest Outdoor Adventures box of goodies to test out for products designed to hydrate, fuel, and energize, I gladly accepted.

Here’s a look at what we got!

Posted in Gig Harbor, Washington Adventures

FEST4ALL Make Music Day Gig Harbor: An Enchanting Summer Occassion

I don’t know whether it was the collective energy of goodhearted people finally able to gather, the airy mix of melodies mingling in the breeze, or the much-anticipated warmth of actual sun on our skin, but Uptown Gig Harbor’s second annual FEST4ALL Make Music Day Gig Harbor on June 21 had the unmistakable feeling of summer.

And my family couldn’t be more excited.

Posted in Tacoma, Washington Adventures

Interactive Selfie Exhibit | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Tacoma

We’ve visited Tacoma’s Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium a lot lately. It’s the perfect burn-all-that-kid-energy option for even the rainest…

Posted in Attractions, Gig Harbor, Popular Posts, Tacoma, University Place, Washington Adventures

Walking the Tacoma Narrows Bridge

This year, the kids and I walked across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge – something I’ve been wanting to do since we moved here!

After weeks of rain, we saw a moment of sunlight and dry skies. So with a skip, hop, and one possibly illegal parking spot later, we went for it!

And now I can say with certainty that the bridge walk was absolutely incredible for us, but only after I discussed a few safety rules with the kids. You’ll see why in a minute.

Read on for all the deets on how we walked the Tacoma Narrows Bridge from the Gig Harbor side.

Posted in Tacoma, Washington Adventures

St. Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma’s Spaceship Hospital

St. Joseph Medical Center’s 1970s spaceship vibes make it a must-see from the car window for kids (and adults) of all ages!

Posted in Tacoma, Washington Adventures

Stadium High School, Tacoma

Stadium High School in Tacoma is known as one of the prettiest high schools in the country. Do you know what famous movie it was featured in?

Posted in California, Paso Robles

Eat, Sip, Do – My Guide to Paso Robles, California

People are always asking me for recommendations on things to do in Paso Robles, California. And even though I don’t live there anymore, I’m all for it. Here’s a list of recommendations divided by Paso’s main three geographic regions, categorized as “Eat, Sip, Do”. This is a no-frills list with business links and short descriptions, but I also made a map!

Two kids in coats standing at the entrance of a Hobbit House with round door

Posted in Washington Adventures

Hobbit House, Port Orchard

A transformative middle-earth adventure awaits you at The Brothers Greenhouses in western Washington – and it’s a masterpiece.

Posted in Gig Harbor, Washington Adventures

Patterson’s Farm Market, Gig Harbor

Patterson’s autumn attractions offered a little bowling game, rubber ducky derby water spout races and a ball toss game. And it’s all free.

Hey, I’m Tonya

I’m that friend you talk kid stuff with!

I'm a longtime journalist, former travel ambassador, and PNW mom-of-two. I started this blog because sometimes you just need to get out of the house.

Writing makes me happy, and I’ve been involved in newspapers one way or another since high school.

I currently live in Gig Harbor, Washington with my husband Bowen; and our two young kiddos, Clara and Wyatt. We moved here from SLO County, California aka a sunshine-infused spot def worthy of your next vacation!

Now that we’re on the Puget Sound, I’m scouting out all the family-friendly things to do here - and I take recommendations! You can also find articles from me twice a month in Gig Harbor Now, the best spot for community news in Gig Harbor, Washington.

Hope to see ya out there!