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Travel tips, encouragement, and faith reflections for Christian moms raising kids and chasing rest.
A woman standing in front of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy
Here in the Ruin Logo
Here in the Ruin Logo

Travel tips, encouragement, and faith reflections for Christian moms raising kids and chasing rest.

Welcome!

👋 Hi, I’m Cassie: Jesus-loving wife, mom of four (through birth and adoption), public school teacher, and believer in the magic of both family vacations and kid-free getaways.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on grace and cold coffee, you’re in the right place. This blog is my place to reflect, recharge, and remind other moms that it’s okay to crave rest, adventure, and a moment to breathe.

A woman standing atop Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy
A woman standing atop Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy

Traveling as a Mom & Wife

I know what it’s like to need a break—from the dishes, the tantrums, the endless to-do list. But I also know that getting away, whether with your spouse or your kids in tow, can be a holy invitation. It’s not about escaping life—it’s about remembering who you are in the midst of it.

Here you'll find...

✈️ Travel with Kids

Family-friendly itineraries, packing lists, and survival tips for road trips, airports, and everything in between—because adventure doesn’t have to wait until your kids are grown.

💑 Child-free Travel

Ideas for reconnecting with your spouse, planning intentional time away, and building a marriage that thrives in the chaos of parenting.

🙏 Faith + Everyday Life

Honest reflections on motherhood, adoption, and learning to see God’s hand in the middle of the mess.

A woman standing underneath an archway on a cobblestone street in Rome, Italy
A woman standing underneath an archway on a cobblestone street in Rome, Italy
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