August 18, 2019 Our week with no screen time This summer, our darling daughter got grounded for a week for behavior unbecoming of a 9 year old living under our roof. Her punishment…
August 1, 2019 A romantic getaway to Niagara Falls There are many great summer road-trip destinations accessible from central Ohio, but among our favorites is Niagara Falls, Canada. If you’re looking for a…
March 14, 2019 Girls’ day out in Yellow Springs If you’re like me, you’re dreaming of balmy, full-color spring right about now. Why is Ohio’s winter so long – almost half a year!…
February 3, 2019 The story of Jack and Zoe There are so many great stories about our dog Jack. He was just one of those dogs – incredibly smart, full of personality, and…
January 28, 2019 Date night…all night I’m twitterpated. I’m floating on air. My sweet hubby and I just got back from a magical, romantic one night getaway at the Hotel…
September 5, 2018 Hosting a YFU cultural exchange student My dear hubby and I are both happy and fulfilled with our little family of three – plus pets – but our darling 8…
February 26, 2018 Cruising: a perfect multi-gen family vacation We had a blast with our extended family cruising the Mexican Riviera over Christmas 2017 on the Norwegian Star. If you’re looking for a trip…
October 13, 2015 On first marriages It’s no secret that both Eric and I had first marriages before we found each other. But Zoe doesn’t know that yet, and I’m…
February 5, 2015 Romantic gift ideas for him I can’t be the only one who struggles with what to get for my sweetheart when Christmas, Valentine’s Day, our anniversary, his birthday and…
February 21, 2012 Date day: my best invention ever Yesterday, for the first time in almost two years, my husband and I spent an entire day alone together. That’s crazy, right? How could…
