October 10, 2019 Moms just want to have fun Moms are tired. Moms need a break. Moms are busy. And sometimes, moms are even angry. But you know what else? Moms really like…
September 26, 2019 Cool things to do with your teen I miss having a teenager. Don’t get me wrong, I adore our little 9-going-on-19 pre-tween more than life itself. But it was really fun…
September 23, 2019 Social media saved my dog’s life I recently blogged about how social media helped bring home our beloved lost pup Dani when she got spooked and ran away on a…
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 Z There are so many great stories about our dog Jack. A big, mixed-breed lug who looked tough but wasn’t, Jack was just one of…
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 A wonderful new beginning: 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…