Cumberland Falls State Park
This weekend our family had a little mini-vacation at Cumberland Falls State Park. Ella’s Odyssey of the Mind team was taking part in the State competition, so we used the opportunity to have a family getaway. It was too short, but full of fun. Despite the clouds and rain we managed to squeeze in a...
Evans Orchard in Georgetown, Kentucky
Today we met our dear friends at Evans Orchard in Georgetown, Kentucky…it’s our favorite place to pick apples and look for pumpkins. I’ve written about it before…here on The Little Things Blog. Please share your favorite apple recipes in the comments section!! Evans Orchard ::
Dinsmore Homestead ~ Hiking & Exploring
This week we went for a long walk in the woods at the Dinsmore Homestead. After our walk we explored the grounds a bit. It was a beautiful & peaceful morning. Dinsmore Homestead is a gorgeous historic site located in Burlington, about 25 minutes from downtown Cincinnati & Covington where you can learn what country...
Our Mini Vacation : Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Our family loves to visit the state parks in Kentucky, we are blessed to live in a state with so many gorgeous state parks that are well cared for and have lodging so we can stay and enjoy them. Last week we went away for a few days to Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park,...
Frankfort, Kentucky: A Glimpse
The week before Christmas we visited our state capitol for the sad occasion of the visitation of my Godfather’s Mother. We decided to take the children with us. After visiting with family at the funeral home, we took a drive through the city of Frankfort, looked at the lights and cruised past our State Capitol...
Apple Pickin’ at Evans Orchard in Georgetown, Kentucky
Last week while the munchkins were on fall break from school I took them to Evans Orchard to go apple picking. We met up with some dear friends and had a marvelous day. This orchard is fabulous because it has a playground, a petting zoo, orchards, pumpkin patches, hayrides and more. My favorite part though...
Things to Do in Augusta, Kentucky
Have you been to Augusta, Kentucky? Augusta is a quaint river town, and being there makes one feel as if they have taken a step back in time. It is not only a lovely place to visit, but the drive to get there along Route 8 in Kentucky is beautiful as you wind your way...
Summer Vacation 2010 :: Pennyrile State Park
Each year we try to explore a different Kentucky State Park. This summer we spent our vacation at Pennyrile State Park. It was a wonderful getaway….hiking, swimming in the lake, grilling out, napping, crocheting, riding in a paddle boat, enjoying the scenery from our lakefront cabin, reading books, and soaking up the sunshine. This park...
