This is a sponsored post on behalf of the Greater Cleveland Aquarium. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. Last week the kids and I spent lots of time together on Spring Break! Emma and I were on break, and DJ still had class but since he’s still virtual he had a light week so he could enjoy our…
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Travel
Staycation at the Graduate Hotel Columbus
This is not a sponsored post. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. The Graduate Hotel Columbus was a great place to plan a staycation! A couple of weeks ago, the kids had a long weekend from school, so we headed to Columbus for a quick change of scenery! My family has always loved a quick road trip and…
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Cruise the Zoo at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo {Review}
This is NOT a Sponsored Post. Earlier today we had a chance to Cruise the Zoo at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo! A couple of days ago I was getting dressed and heard on the news about an event called Cruise the Zoo at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, and I knew I wanted to take the children. I mentioned it to…
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Tips for Traveling on a Budget
Darrick and I have been discussing taking a small trip for Spring Break! If we plan early we know we can have fun, but also stick to a budget rather than just go on a whim. We are considering places that are 4-6 hours driving time away from Cleveland, Ohio. Planning ahead is the key to traveling on a budget. One…
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Date Night At The Cleveland Auto Show
Darrick and I originally planned to attend The Cleveland Auto Show during the day because we had press passes. However, plans didn’t work out and we both ended up at work all day! We knew we could use our passes on Friday night, and we went after work for a quick date night! We dropped the kids off to my…
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A Day with My Favorite Ladies at Winter Wonder Cleveland!
Yesterday, was a day well spent with my favorite ladies (my daughter, mom, sister, and niece)! I’ve been blogging for years and what I love is how much support I receive from my family. They’re always willing to take pictures or try a new experience…and today’s experience was Winter Wonder Cleveland! Originally, this trip was planned for my immediate family,…
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Why Your Next Playdate Should Be at LEGOLAND Discovery Center {Columbus, OH}!
This is not a Sponsored Post, I won tickets through a giveaway! If you’ve been following me on Instagram you know that a couple of weeks ago we took a quick “day-trip” to Columbus to visit LEGOLAND Discovery Center for DJ’s Birthday. I’ve been away from blogging for a couple of weeks, but I am trying to get back in the…
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Visiting the Northside Marketplace in Akron, OH
A few weeks ago before Emma had her procedure, we had an impromptu family day at the Northside Marketplace in Akron, OH. Initially the trip was to find the Akron Creamery because of the rolled ice cream, however, what we found was so much more! I feel like we felt like we stumbled on a gem! A few years ago,…
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Budget Family Travel Can Still Be Fun!
I’m going, to be honest, my family could really use a “real” vacation, however, our summers plans are usually centered around Emma and if she has to have surgery. And even though finances play a role, you can budget family travel and still have an amazing time! Darrick and I haven’t been on a BIG vacation in some years, but…
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Let’s Move Pittsburgh!
Have you heard about the Let’s Move Pittsburgh Campaign? Let’s Move Pittsburgh is a collaborative program of Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. The collaborative provides Southwestern Pennsylvania’s children and their caregivers with the knowledge, tools, and support needed to make nutritious food choices and promote active lifestyles.