What child doesn’t like to paint pottery and create something special? That’s what’s so neat about a local company called Star Glazers. My sister had a super neat birthday for my 11 year old niece last week and I just want to share with all of you as it was a cool way to plan a fun,… [read more]
Cincinnati Chili: Empress Chili
Cincinnati Chili: Empress Chili I grew up on chili….Cincinnati style of course! Since I married a chili lover, we have Cincinnati style chili at least once a week. Joe & I both grew up in Norwood and made frequent trips to the Empress in Surrey Square Mall! Until sadly, they closed! Little did we know… [read more]
The Spinning Fork in Fairfield
A few Saturday’s ago, my family went on a road trip to Fairfield. Well, ok, not really a road trip, it was only a 20 minute drive. But with kids, anything over a 5 minute car ride means I plan – books, a drink, electronic games and sometimes a snack. That particular day, I was… [read more]
Perfect Snow Tubing FUN!!!
My family loves to play in the snow. We love love love sled riding and we take it as a serious sport – we have our flexible flyers (old school ones from the 50’s and 60’s) and our LL Bean Toboggan. For us, it’s all about speed. This year, we decided to up the ante and we went… [read more]
Checking Out Canvas on Demand
HEY READERS! We’re doing a Facebook Giveaway today to coincide with Valerie’s post! Head over to our FACEBOOK PAGE for the details and enter – contest runs through NOON tomorrow so hurry! I have always loved pictures that have been turned into canvas. But I will be honest, I didn’t want to spend the money. … [read more]
Exploring Warren County
I don’t know about you but the winter doldrums have started to set in and I am getting that antsy, “I NEED TO GET OUT OF THIS HOUSE” feeling. Spring break is still more than a month away and even though we’ve had a small break from the snow and ice, I don’t think I’m… [read more]
Artisan 4.0 Digital Scrapbooking
This Artisan Software giveaway is now CLOSED. Congrats to our winner: Linda Hobbs, who said: “Love the Best of Fall and Wishful kit. Digital scrap booking looks like it would be awesome.”. And if you didn’t win, you can still get a discount price on the software! Watch the video below (Introducing Panstoria Artisan link)… [read more]
Whole Foods offers another chance to RECYCLE
As you may recall, Whole Foods (Rookwood) offered a chance to recycle old computers and electronics last month. The event was a huge success, safely keeping hundred of pieces of equipment from landfills and the like. And they are back to work again this weekend! The Deerfield location will open its doors on Saturday and… [read more]







