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Hats!

 We spent some time walking around the department store tonight and found ourselves trying on hats worthy of Easter Mass or the Kentucky Derby…  
Easy Trail Mix Recipe

Easy Trail Mix Recipe

You all know how much I love to spend time in the kitchen…and so do my kids.  Unless we are cleaning the kitchen…that’s another story altogether.  Out of all my kids Sam seems to enjoy baking with me the most.  At least once a week he comes up with an idea of something we “just...
The First Day of Spring in Cincinnati

The First Day of Spring in Cincinnati

Happy First Day of Spring to you!  How did you celebrate the “official” first day of Spring?  Our day included long walks at the Friendship Park, outdoor dining at Keystone Bar and Grill, dancing on rocks, bike riding, open windows, loud music, happy children, ice cream cones at Greaters and a wee bit of splashing in...

Menu Plan Monday ~ In Reverse ~ March 19

We had a very yummy week last week!  How about you?  Feel free to link to your menu plans in the comment section!  Or you can even link to a favorite recipe…I’m always looking to try new things! I am participating in Menu Plan Monday at OrgJunkie.com ~ check out her blog for many more...

Family Recipe Cards

Are you looking for a unique & meaningful shower gift for someone you love? My favorite gift to give a bride-to-be is a collection of family recipe cards. In the past I have found adorable printable recipe cards on Etsy and I have also designed my own from time to time. I love that you...
A Tour of Whole Foods in Cincinnati

A Tour of Whole Foods in Cincinnati

Last week I had the opportunity to join some of my fellow writers from Family Friendly Cincinnati for a tour of Whole Foods in Rookwood Commons.  I know this is going to sound crazy, but I was super excited about this tour!  Not only would I get to hang out with some very fun folks, but...
Polka Dot Easter Egg Craft

Polka Dot Easter Egg Craft

Are you looking for a quick & easy Easter Egg craft to do with the kids?  Look no further, this craft is simple to put together and simple for the children to do!  I don’t drink wine, but I’m always picking up corks at parties and saving them at home when we happen to have...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

May God give you… For every storm, a rainbow, For every tear, a smile, For every care, a promise, And a blessing in each trial. For every problem life sends, A faithful friend to share, For every sigh, a sweet song, And an answer for each prayer.     A very happy St. Patrick’s Day...

Friday…

The kids were off school today, so it was a day of fun.  We made granola, hung out with our cousins, did some cool Easter artwork, had a snack buffet for lunch, spent time gazing out windows, hit the fish fry, and read some books…this kind of day makes me eager for spring break to be...

{this moment}

Inspired by SouleMama:  A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you’re inspired to do the same, leave a link to your ‘moment’ in the comments for all to find and see....

Yesterday…

Circus Fun!

Circus Fun!

Thanks to my affiliation with Feld Entertainment I was able to take our family to the Ringling Brothers Circus this past weekend.  We had awesome seats that made us feel part of the action.  I’ve been to the Circus many times over the years, and I always have fun…but this year’s Fully Charged show was...