Kids value family getaways because they get their parents to themselves for quality time, plus they'll remember it for years to come!
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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