A list of some of our favorite creeks to visit on a hot day. Most are a short hike before you reach the water. Kids friendly, based on Ben (5) and Kate (almost 4). South Chagrin, Brecksville, Everett Covered Bridge are easy access. Parking could be challenging and can be crowded on any given day.…
Continue reading ➞ 12 Creeks to Visit on A Hot Summer Day in Akron and Cleveland Area
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Mentor Headlands State Park When we first venture out in June, we looked for small beaches at the metro park close to home and have learned they are all closed for the season (except the spillway at Hinckley Reservation). So I expand my search to Lake Erie beaches and nearby lakes and to my own…
We are cautious but we are not giving up on having a great summer of 2020! These locations on my list are within 1-2 hours drive from Akron, OH. They are public places that you can still practice social distancing and enjoy time with your family. Below is the list (in no orders whatsoever). Please…
Continue reading ➞ 20 Day Trips That Are Less Than 2 Hours From Akron, Ohio
A few weeks ago when Ben drew a picture of himself for my mom, he told me he couldn’t find the right color to color his face. I handed him the nude color pencil, something I have always used to color faces. He complete the picture and he was happy with it. Fast forward to…
When your children want to play soccer but your yard isn't big enough for their "mighty kicks" or you are tired of watching them circling around the driveway in their bikes, you make a list of metro parks with fields and share with friends who might also be looking 😉 There are many other amazing…
Continue reading ➞ Top 6 Parks with Large Field for Outdoor Activities and Picnic
Ben is obsessed with following schedule so he was eager to learn how to read the clock early on. Today we sat down and did a lesson on telling time with him. I used the clock and workbook I got from Target months ago. I kept the content simple. They were proud to tell the…
Note: these are questions and games as seen on social media during quarantine that I find entertaining. I personally think it makes great journal prompts. Some of these I do not recommend filling out for the public but are awesome to keep for personal memoirs of this strange time we are going through. For more…
Continue reading ➞ 20 Quarantine Questions – a fun way to check on your quarantine level
Note: these are questions and games as seen on social media during quarantine that I find entertaining. I personally think it makes great journal prompts. Some of these I do not recommend filling out for the public but are awesome to keep for personal memoirs of this strange time we are going through. For more…
I signed up for a 14-day meditation challenge with Strong Mom Strong Fam Group, lead by Lauren Bay Regula of Trak Athletics in Akron, OH. The challenge starts today and I thought I would keep a journal of this challenge as I am hoping to make meditation a new habit. Day 1 | Friday, March…
