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Hyde Park Mellow Mushroom

Hyde Park Mellow Mushroom

I didn’t realize until a few weeks ago that we have a new Mellow Mushroom in town.  The Hyde Park Mellow Mushroom opened earlier this year, and Michael and I were invited to try dinner there recently.  We had a great getaway dinner without the rug-rats and enjoyed a delicious dinner.  What really struck me...
Izzy's New & Improved Kids Menu {GIVEAWAY}

Izzy’s New & Improved Kids Menu {GIVEAWAY}

It’s hard to keep kids entertained in restaurant, we’ve all tried things like this kids song. One of our favorite places to take the family to dine is Izzy’s. It’s a great place to eat with the kids because the Kids Menu is so reasonably priced and offers great choices for the kids. And as...
Seven Days of Salad {11.16.14}

Seven Days of Salad {11.16.14}

I’ve been trying to make healthy changes for myself and for my family, and one thing I’ve decided to try is to have a salad each day, preferably at lunch because that’s the meal that I make the most bad decisions about.  It seems that I’m usually busy mid-day and end up eating fast food...
Broadway in Cincinnati presents "Once"

Broadway in Cincinnati presents “Once”

Tuesday night was opening night for the hit musical “Once”presented by Broadway in Cincinnati at the Aronoff Center for the Arts in Cincinnati.  My friend and I left our children behind and started our evening out by having a delicious dinner at Arnold’s, which is Cincinnati’s oldest bar and one of my favorite restaurants downtown.  After dinner and...
VTech InnoTab MAX {GIVEAWAY}

VTech InnoTab MAX {GIVEAWAY}

When I was asked to review the VTech InnoTab MAX I literally jumped at the chance.  Technology is a lifesaver in our house for my sanity.   While the kids all have handheld electronic  devices, their favorite thing to do is to fight over who’s turn it is on their parents’ tablets.  Which is only complicated...

Menu Plan Monday {November 10}

 Here we are…another Monday, another Menu Plan!  Last week was CRAZY!  I was planning the festival for my children’s school, so we ate out way too much, but we did end up having some GREAT meals at home as well!  For more menu planning inspiration visit my Recipe Archives or OrgJunkie’s Menu Plan Monday roundup....
Seven Days of Salad

Seven Days of Salad

I’ve been trying to make healthy changes for myself and for my family, and one thing I’ve decided to try is to have a salad each day, preferably at lunch because that’s the meal that I make the most bad decisions about.  It seems that I’m usually busy mid-day and end up eating fast food...
Chicago :: Navy Pier

Chicago :: Navy Pier

Chicago Vacation :: For Spring Break 2014 we took the kids to Chicago for three nights and four days.  We crammed as much fun as we could into those four days and had adventures all over the Windy City.  I’m going to share our adventures with you in a series of installments so you can...
Menu Plan Monday ~ November 3

Menu Plan Monday ~ November 3

It’s Monday so it’s time for another Menu Plan!  We ate out a few times last week, so my list of recipes for the week is a bit shorter, but there’s some real winners in there.   Also, for your viewing pleasure I’ve put together a list of our favorite Slow Cooker Recipes…check it out!...
Our Favorite Slow Cooker Recipes

Our Favorite Slow Cooker Recipes

My slow cooker is my best friend during a busy school week. I really don’t know what I’d do without it. If you don’t have one, I really recommend buying one! You can browse the best ones at somewhere like https://buyersimpact.co.uk/ to see if there are any that take your fancy. I love the sort...

Throwback Thursday ~ Henry 2012

 Henry ~ Age 2 Fall 2012, the week he refused to take the Monkey costume off.
The Cincinnati Preservation Association Celebrates 50 Years

The Cincinnati Preservation Association Celebrates 50 Years

Cincinnati has a rich and vibrant history, and her neighborhoods boast many beautiful historic homes.  The Cincinnati Preservation Association has been the champion of historic homes for 50 years.  The CPA is celebrating their 50th Anniversary with a bang this year.  There is a special Cincinnati Preservation Association exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center, and...