Ahhhh ... Slow float with the kids and take in nature and scenery along the way! Here's where you can go.
Susan Swindell Day
Susan Day is the editor in chief for this award-winning publication and all-things Nashville Parent digital creative. She's also an Equity actress, screenwriter and a mom of four amazing kids.
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