February 19, 2024 An otterly new animal encounter for 2024 Our critter encounter posts are always very popular around here. We love animals and write about them often – and especially when we have…
January 22, 2024 Sometimes you just need an Amish fry pie I can’t believe I haven’t written before about how much we love Amish fry pies. Oh, sure, I’ve mentioned them in passing – but…
November 15, 2023 5 epic things to do at Alum Creek State Park This fall, I developed a whole new appreciation for Alum Creek State Park and its natural beauty. We’re lucky to live so close to…
November 6, 2023 Enjoy a hilly hike with great views at Buzzard’s Roost in Chillicothe On a recent weekend, I was eager to soak up some fall colors and good weather while they both last. It was past peak…
October 9, 2023 Spring break is six months away. Time to plan! How far ahead do you like to plan family travel? This may sound crazy to some, but I’ve already started planning our spring break…
October 7, 2023 Love it or hate it: The Ohio Rennaissance Festival This past weekend, we visited the Ohio Renn Fest for the first time in many years. This big, festive and chaotic event is like…
October 2, 2023 My parents vanished for 10 days and I lost it Am I too attached to my parents? I don’t think I am – but I am pretty darn fond of them. I typically email…
September 26, 2023 I’m nuts about sweet treats made with nuts I love sweets, but I’m actually quite choosy about them. For example, I don’t love cold desserts – including ice cream. Oh sure, I…
September 20, 2023 My top favorite waterfalls around the world I may be in my mid-life, but I still find new things to enjoy and obsess over. Case in point: waterfalls. I took these…
September 16, 2023 There are actually unicorns in Columbus You’ve heard about the famous deer sculptures in Columbus. But did you know that we have some pretty epic unicorn statues as well? No,…
