A half-hour before our van broke down in the mountains, I thought about how unexpectedly well our drive was going.
We were on our way to Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, our first-ever seven-day family vacation and 11-hour drive....
I love vacations. The anticipation, the planning, the prep, and, of course, the fun fun FUN. However, without fail, one thing threatens to spoil it all. Road trip. Hours and hours spent in a semi-confined space with four increasingly...
My husband and I recently took a trip to California for a long weekend: 5 nights and 4 days without kids. Since we started our family almost three years ago, we’ve taken two solo trips. I’ll admit that it...
In recent weeks, my family has enjoyed getting outside and exploring nature. I find that it is the easiest way to get my kids active. Typically, I use the dog as an incentive. I tell them that she really...
Staycations are amazing for several reasons. Sometimes you just can't afford the big fancy vacation, sometimes you just don't want that added stress, and sometimes, it is just downright more relaxing to take some time off without leaving home....
Last year, I wrote my summer bucket list from my perspective - memories I wanted to recreate with my children - not necessarily to complete in one summer, but at some point during their childhood! This year, I wanted...
Fall is (basically) here and I am so excited! Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love the summer and everything that comes with it, but when the mornings get chillier and the pumpkins start popping up in my neighborhood...
Let’s face it: family can be, well, overwhelming. Especially when you are together for seven, ten, fourteen days after not seeing some relatives for months or years at a time. Here are some tips to make the most...
During 2022, I was fortunate to be selected as one of the HoliBloggers to share my adventures at Holiday World in Santa Claus, IN. I went there as a kid and young teen myself, so I was super excited...
Our firstborn was six months old the last time we visited the Atlantic Ocean. We loaded the car with an excess of bulky beach and baby gear because… first kid.
Did I mention it was my parents’ car, who drove...
In + Around Cincinnati
Cincinnati Spring Break Staycation {Oh, the Places We’ll Go}
This year for spring break, we are planning on staying home, minus a weekend at the in-laws' to celebrate Easter. We are looking forward...
