Jennifer Hunter
Born and raised in the Queen City, I'm in love with its accessible big-city amenities and small-town sense of community. I worked in marketing and communications at a local bank before becoming a stay-at-home mom to two boys. I spend my time investing in my faith and family, with a side of my favorite things: writing, reading, exercise, enjoying good food and wine, encouraging other moms, and exploring my hometown.
How to Navigate a Reds Game with Kids
As a lifelong baseball fan, I couldn’t wait to take my boys to their first Reds game.
Sure, it’s not exactly a banner year for the Redlegs. But there is fresh hope to be found...
Wedding Songs Remind Us Why They’re Still the One
When was the last time you heard the song you danced to at your wedding?
My husband and I have the sheet music to our first-dance song engraved in wood and resting on a shelf...
Stop Should-ing Yourself: Try Could-ing
Is “should” one of the top words in your daily vocabulary?
I use it so much that it carries the power of a four-letter curse word. I like to think the shoulds that run through...
Free & Cheap Summer Movies {2022}
Cincinnati has a huge selection of cheap and FREE summer movie programs and events all around town.
Planting a Legacy through Everyday Parenting
Lately, I've been reflecting on the idea of planting a legacy in parenting. “The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.” -Nelson Henderson
Years ago,...
Take Them Out to the Ballgame
Spring feels like a fresh start for so many things, and baseball is no exception. Take them out to the ballgame, take them out with the crowd...! - Norworth & Tilzer (1908)
As my dad reminds...
A Mom’s Love Letter to Cincinnati
Dear Cincinnati,
I have loved you all my days.
In my younger years, I loved the Reds games at Riverfront Stadium, Girl Scout sleepovers at the Museum Center, and afternoons scouting the latest Baby-Sitters Club book...
When Movies and Sensitive Children Don’t Mix
“I don’t want to watch a movie,” said my 5-year-old son.
Come again? You get a chance for screen time, and you’re turning it down?
But my husband and I know why. In his mind, movies...
Perfectionist vs. Kids Crafting: A Sanity Check
“OH-kaay, I think you have enough glue on there, buddy!” I say as I stare at the Elmer’s puddle before me. The singsong pitch of my voice makes the controlling craft commentary ok, right?!
So,...
Let Your Heart Be Light {Slowing Down This Season}
Amy Grant’s smoky-toned version of the classic song “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” streams through the speaker. The room is lit by the twinkly white lights strung across our Christmas tree. There is,...