The Nutcracker Village in Steubenville is everything it’s cracked up to be! Ok, enough with the puns! In all seriousness, we loved our visit to see the Nutcrackers in Steubenville. My kids thought Mom was a bit crazy for driving 2.5 hours to see some wooden figures, but in the end, they agreed that the […]
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Ideas for families to create memories & focus on Jesus Celebrating the Advent Season is one of our favorite times of year! While our focus is ultimately on the birth of Christ, the month of December is also a time to create traditions with our children that hopefully they will remember and someday incorporate into
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Honey Run Falls in Knox County, Ohio makes for a great day in nature Honey Run Falls is a scenic waterfall located in Knox County, Ohio, that is easy to access. From the parking lot, the waterfall is less than a 2-minute walk. There is a newly added handicap overlook with a cement walkway, but
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Amish Country is a destination for families, couples, and friends of all ages. I grew up in Amish Country, and even though I’ve lived away for nearly 20 years, I keep going back. It’s more than just the amazing cheese, slower pace of life, and beautiful rolling hills – it’s a place to create amazing
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Hocking Hills is the most popular Ohio State Park – and for great reason! Stunning natural beauty complete with gorges, rock formations, and caves makes this a premier destination for travelers, especially those with kids. Yes, you can visit Hocking Hills in one day, but it’s best if you can do two or even three!
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Visiting Schnormeier Gardens in the hills near Gambier, Ohio is like finding a secret treasure. Yes, while this private home garden is a premier Ohio destination, it’s only open in June of each year. Schnormeier Gardens is named after Ted and (the late) Ann Schnormeier, who built their private residence here in 1994, before beginning the gardens
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Knox County, Ohio has much to entertain visitors. From Columbus to Mt. Vernon is only 1 hour and Cleveland is only a little over 90 minutes away! Don’t let the drive stop you, because Knox County is home to a glam hotel, a hip liberal arts college, and numerous hiking and biking opportunities. Here are
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Best parks in Richland County, Ohio If there is anything that the past few years have taught us, it is that finding local spots that allow us to be outside and explore are worth their weight in gold! We love playgrounds and parks and have done our best to check out all of our local
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