Ohio Adventures
You don’t need to leave the state to have a great vacation. Buckle up – we’ve got four Ohio adventures that will transport your family to major fun!
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Apple Orchards Around Dayton
With the mornings starting a little cooler and evenings coming quicker- fall fun will soon to be in full effect around town! With apple varieties ripening now-October it’s a great time to try out your favorite fall recipes. Check out our guide to Apple Orchards Around Dayton – Happy Picking! (Information below is…
MetroParks Ice Rink
The region’s largest outdoor ice skating rink is open for season-long, family-friendly fun on the banks of the scenic Great Miami River in downtown Dayton. Admission to the MetroParks Ice Rink under the pavilion at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave., is $5 daily, and visitors can rent ice skates for $2. The MetroParks Ice Rink…
Outdoor Adventure for All Seasons at Five Rivers MetroParks
Cooler weather isn’t a reason to put a pause on outdoor adventure. In fact, there’s so much to see along the trails after leaves have dropped. From cool birds to furry wildlife, some of the best times to hit the trails are in the fall and winter. While colder temps and challenges with COVID-19 might…
What is an Open Adoption?
According to the Child Welfare League of America, there are over 150,000 children in the United States awaiting adoption, and an additional 500,000 in foster care. Many of these children will also become eligible for adoption. The process of adopting a child is often complicated and lengthy, but sorting through some of the myths and…
How to celebrate Easter and support local businesses during coronavirus
How to celebrate Easter and support local businesses during coronavirus
How to help your Introverted Child make Friends
My second grade daughter is so introverted. She is just unable to make friends. What can I do to help her?
Anti-Aging Skincare: What Really Works?
Imagine looking in the mirror one morning and noticing the first signs of aging: fine lines around your eyes, a slight sagging in your cheeks, or perhaps some new age spots. It’s a common experience that leaves many wondering which anti-aging products and routines truly work. The world of skincare is flooded with advice and…
What No One Tells You About the Financial Side of Homeownership
Have you ever wondered why owning a home feels more expensive than expected? Many people assume that once they get a mortgage, their biggest financial hurdle is over. But the truth is, homeownership comes with a lot of hidden costs that few talk about. Beyond the monthly payment, there are property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and…
Getting Back On Our Feet
My family has been through some struggles over the past two years. My wife went to the hospital for a vicious bacterial virus. I was in the hospital twice. Once for a closed esophagus and then to be brought back to life from cardiac arrest (I was dead for ten minutes). We have also dealt with my father in…