There is something about the start of a new school year that causes us to lament the end of summer, the end of the swimming season, the end of grill outs. However for the Simon Kenton Farmers Market, things are in full swing and will be until the end of October. The Simon Kenton Farmers Market,… [read more]
Don’s Creamy Whip in Reading
When we moved to Blue Ash 6 years ago from the country,one of the things we really missed about country life was the local small creamy whip. After doing some research, boy were we excited to discover a creamy whip treasure right down the road from our new house. Don’s Creamy Whip is owned and… [read more]
Reality Tuesday Cafe in Park Hills Kentucky
Sometimes moms need a break. But, with crazy schedules and long summer days, it’s hard to take time out. You have to find an escape whenever and wherever you can, and often that “time out” is taken with kids in tow. For me, it’s always better to grab the kids and just get out of… [read more]
First Watch is their First Choice
On a recent visit with the grandparents who were treating us to breakfast my girls were quick to offer, we could all go to First Watch. This was a great choice because it was actually brunch time and we could all choose from breakfast or lunch options. This well established restaurant serves only until 2:30pm… [read more]
Have a dog-gone good time at Whole Foods Saturday
Dog lovers unite. Whole Foods (Rookwood) is hosting Dog Days of Summer on Saturday from 12pm to 3pm. Get your favorite pooch pretty’d up at the Dog Wash, donate to the pet food drive to stock the Cincinnati Pet Food Pantry and help dogs everywhere by dining at the Giving Grill. All money raised at… [read more]
Dari-Crest in Covington, Kentucky
I love going out for ice cream! And, of course, so do my kids! But, with three kids sometimes it’s not very cost effective to pile in the car and head to the ice cream shop. And, sometimes you want something a little different than a big chain. Then I found Dari-Crest….. Located at 3024… [read more]
West Chester Art & Farmers’ Market
Tis’ the season…. farm fresh produce, delicious jams & jellies, sweet honey, hand made soaps and so much more are just waiting for you at the West Chester Farmers’ Market. The girls and I visited a few weeks ago and we not only got to enjoy seeing all the wonderful local vendors, but we also… [read more]
Sky Galley Restaurant
A few weeks ago we went to the Sky Galley restaurant at the Lunken Airport to celebrate Sam’s 4th birthday. The kids get to pick wherever they want to eat dinner for their birthday. In an effort to avoid his inevitable request to go to the golden arches, I told him that there was a… [read more]