Jill
Jill is a small-town girl at heart but has loved discovering all San Antonio has to offer since moving here in 2004. She and her husband of 18 years are proud Texas Aggies and parents to two elementary-age girls. Jill worked as an editor, writer, and 4th-grade teacher before discovering her dream job as a taxi driver (for her girls). As a stay-at-home-mom, she spends her days volunteering at her kids' school and at church, attempting to exercise, pondering how four people can accumulate so much dirty laundry, and driving her kids to numerous extracurricular activities. She has recently taken her love for all things Disney to the next level by becoming a Disney Travel Planner. Follow along on her family’s adventures in San Antonio and beyond on Instagram at @satxfamily or email her for a Disney (or Universal Studios) vacation quote and planning assistance at [email protected].
Favorite Restaurant: The Melting Pot
Favorite Landmark: Japanese Tea Garden
Favorite San Antonio Tradition: San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
10 Ways to Enjoy the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo with Kids and...
As a small-town girl from West Texas with deep ranching roots, February has become one of my favorite months of the year to live in San Antonio. The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo...
The Ultimate San Antonio Summer Bucket List—2023 Edition
Portions of this post were originally published in May 2015 by Brooke Meabon.
Summer is here, and many San Antonio families are ready to get out and explore. Whether you're in the mood for a...
Spring Break 2023: 30+ Ideas for Fun In & Around San Antonio
Spring Break is upon us, and if you’re like me, the idea of staying cooped up in the house all week with restless, bored kids is enough to make your head spin. My family...
Visiting Yosemite National Park with Kids
Yosemite National Park has been on my travel wish list for years, but we wanted to wait until our girls were old enough to hike long distances without complaining. (Okay, I’ll settle for “hike...
School Calendars for Districts in the San Antonio Area: 2021-2022
There are a lot of school districts in San Antonio, and each school district calendar is a little different. Many of these school calendars will continue to change as plans evolve for the 2021-2022...
Easter Fun In and Around San Antonio (2021 Edition)
After a frigid winter and a whole year of pandemic life, the thought of bluebonnets and pastel Easter eggs makes me happy. I love the Easter season for many reasons, but this year it...
My Family’s Favorite Things to Do During the Holidays in San Antonio (2020 Edition)
As we all know by now, 2020 is a year like no other. Beloved events and activities that have become family traditions will likely be very different this year, or cancelled altogether. We’ve done...
The Summer of the State Park: A Guide to Texas State Parks Near San...
Staying home is not my thing. I like being on the go, seeing and experiencing new places with my kids. All of that came to a screeching halt the week after Spring Break thanks...
Summer 2020 Bucket List In and Around San Antonio (Social Distancing Edition)
The temperatures are rising and the last distance learning assignments have been turned in. Summer vacation is here, friends! But what does that even mean this year? We know that summer may look a...
Birthdays Aren’t Cancelled! 20 Ways to Celebrate Your Child’s Birthday in Quarantine
Birthday parties have always been a big deal in our family. I love planning them, buying and making themed decorations and party favors with my kids, and watching my child’s joy when she sees...
Explore the Great Outdoors in the Witte Museum’s New Exhibit, Backyard Adventures
If you enjoy exploring the Great Outdoors (or like the idea of the Great Outdoors but prefer to view it from the comfort of the Great Indoors), you will love the Witte Museum’s new...
Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World: Which is Right for My Family?
Now that the busy holiday season has come to a close and all the decorations are put away, you may be starting to think about your family’s summer vacation plans. As an agent with...
The Exercise Class That Will Make You Feel Like a Rock Star: Advice From...
With the cold temps and desire to snuggle up with loved ones, it’s easy to fall into a rut of sweatpants and baggy shirts. Maybe you wear workout clothes every day, but you never...
It’s Scarecrow Season at the San Antonio Botanical Garden
When people ask me about my favorite places in San Antonio, San Antonio Botanical Garden is always on my list. We've been members for years, both pre-kids and throughout the various stages of our...