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A Local Adventure: Scioto Audubon Park!

06 Wednesday Jun 2018

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active, Activities, adventure, Columbus, double stroller, free, hiking, local, Ohio, Storytime, summer, toddlers, Trails

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Good morning!  Wanted to hop on this week to share with you a fun little local spot that we kind of just happened upon last weekend!  I’ve been to Scioto Audubon with my middle school students on a field trip (which they loved!), but I got a new perspective going with toddlers!

We were there for almost two hours and could have stayed for much longer!  Things for toddlers outside: trails, playground with music player (can be used as a coordinated dance things for older kids), gardens, and ponds.  But the great thing for this summer is the indoor activities at their nature center!  Every Thursday and Saturday at 10 they have a storytime, followed by a little showing of the turtles and snakes.  For older kids, you can bring your own equipment for the rock climbing wall or head down to the obstacle course.  They also have a water tower that you can go up and overlook the park!

This was also one of the mannnnnnny times we have been immensely thankful for our Double Stroller (which I did a full review of here, but had no idea how much we would use and how many comments we get about it!)  It is just perfect for zipping around–double strollers can get bulky and overwhelming, but this one is slim and can fit on trails without being obnoxious.

What should we do next?!  We have two weekends of stuff planned, but we have the whole summer ahead and are looking for ideas!!  I LOVE SUMMER!!

Hope you all have a great week!
Erin

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The Gift of Goldfish!

06 Wednesday Dec 2017

Posted by Planning for Paris in Daily Happenings, Life's Loves

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blog, Columbus, deals, experience, fun, gift, Goldfish, health, holiday, inspiration, learning, Life, lifestyle, swim, swim lessons, swimming

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Oh my goodness–how has it already been another four weeks of lessons at Goldfish?!  I am telling you, time is flying!!  Everytime I post an update, I look back at all of the old updates and I am just in awe of how much our little one has changed and grown over these last few months.
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That first lesson was absolutely terrifying.  I really thought I was going to die of embarrassment.  And now I see other littles at their first lesson and I salute to that mama in solidarity.  Most kids are just fine at their first lesson–I think it depends on a lot of factors; time of day, temperament of your kiddo, your uncomfortableness at being in a swimsuit in December, etc…
But truly, from screaming and only consoled by the demonstration baby to waving her little ribbon at me and saying “MAMA CHEEEEEEEESE!!!” because she wanted me to take her picture is probably one of my favorite milestones for her.  She was so proud and my heart just shattered into a million pieces.

Over the last two years, my favorite thing to do is get out and explore and do things with my kiddos.  I love seeing them experience new things, meeting people, getting out there and seeing what this world has in store for them.  This year for the holidays, I am hoping to snag up a few deals to get out and do this year.

This year, Goldfish is offering the gift of experience for a serious deal.  For only $205, you get everything listed below:

$193 Family Credit at Goldfish Swim School
2 Family Swim Passes at Goldfish Swim School
Bundlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes
2 Kids Meals from Texas Roadhouse – Polaris
2 Child Admission Passes to ZipZone Outdoor Adventures Kids Park
1 Large One-Topping Pizza from Jets Pizza
1 Jar of Pure Peanut Butter from Crazy Richard’s
1 Preview Class at Gymboree Play & Music
1Half Dozen Donuts from Duck Donuts
1- 5 oz cup from Menchie’s
2- 30 Minute Passes to Sky Zone
1 Child’s Nail Polish from Sweet & Sassy
1 Philly Sandwich from Charleys Philly Steaks
2 Ice Skate Rentals from The Chiller
1 Kids Meal from Matt The Miller’s Tavern
1 $50 Gift Certificate from Aaron Taylor Photography
3- Two Hour Play Passes to Recreations Outlet
2 Adult Admission Tickets to the Arnold SportsWorld Expo for Kids & Teens
1 Class at Barre3 in Powell
1 Attraction Pass to Magic Mountain Fun Center

The basket is sold for $205 and the value is well over $500, and it can be purchased at Goldfish Swim School in Dublin or Westerville.

What are some things you have given your kiddos that are more experience based vs. material gifts?  Any deals you know of in Columbus?  Like I said, we love to get out of the house!

Hope you are all having a great week!! Stay tuned for a SIX MONTH Claire update happening soon!!
Erin

*This post was sponsored by Goldfish, but all opinions, as always, are my own!

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A Fall Day with Cuddl Duds!

10 Tuesday Oct 2017

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BonTon, Columbus, Cuddl Duds, Fall, family, family outing, layering, learning, Life, lifestyle, liveinlayers, style, toddler, weather, zoo

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There is literally nothing my family loves more than a great day at the zoo.  With my sister in town this week, it was one of the first things we decided to jet out and do.  Saturday was the most perfect fall day- 70 degrees, sun shining, and the leaves were every shade of yellow and red.

With the cool, fall days arriving, layers are a must. These cuddl dud pieces have been a life saver for me with the change in weather! Low key, great layers, and perfect for day-to-night transitions. I wore this long-sleeved light shirt with the gray sweater to the zoo (perfect layers!) and cozied up in the flannel pants as soon as we got home.  The shirt is especially great for layering because you can easily slide a sweater over it without it feeling baggy or getting caught under the sweater.  Then, when you shed the sweater, it still feels like a standalone piece. What’s the best way to end a great day at the zoo? Popcorn, Halloween pjs, Hocus Pocus, and snuggles. Add Aunt Nennie into the picture and it’s the perfect fall day.

To browse Cuddl’s amazing selection at BonTon click here!

Hope all of you are out enjoying this fall weather!
Erin

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A Family Adventure in Hilliard + Giveaway!

19 Friday May 2017

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central ohio, Columbus, explore, listings in Columbus, Ohio, real estate, real estate in columbus ohio

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Good morning,  I am so excited to be partnering up again with listings in Columbus to get out and explore Columbus as a family (see our family-friendly day in Grandview here)!  One spot we’ve been dying to check out is Old Hilliard and more specifically, the new splash pad at Hilliard’s Station Park!  So, on Mother’s Day we loaded up and headed out to explore!

First, we stopped by Hilliard Municipal Park to see some duckies and just the pond in general.  It’s a really nice pond area that would be perfect for a picnic this summer!

Just a few blocks away is Hilliard’s Station Park in Old Hilliard…it’s a little stretch of restaurants and shops and the all new splash pad!  We opted to play for a bit (it turned out to be way warmer than we thought!  Lots of kids already in suits playing!!) and then head to dinner.  They have tables around the splash pad so you could grab lunch at Local Catina or coffee at Coffee Connections and sit outside with the kiddos while they come and go playing!

Afterwards, we decided to grab dinner on the patio at Otie’s Tavern!  The evening turned out just perfect!

We will definitely be heading back to Old Hilliard soon!! Such a fun little area!!  And now for the really fun part!  Below is your chance to get out and explore the area a bit with a $25 gift card to Local Cantina (they actually have several locations around Columbus)!!  And if you’re interested in checking out a few other local places Breakfast with Nick has a great Clintonville round-up and It’s a Hero has a post all about Cuyahoga Falls which would be a great little getaway once baby gets here!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Hope you all have a great weekend and have a chance to get out and explore!
Erin

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*This post was sponsored by Nakturnal, but all opinions, as always, are my own!

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A Family-Friendly Day in Grandview + Giveaway!

28 Friday Apr 2017

Posted by Planning for Paris in Daily Happenings, Good Eats, Life's Loves

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central ohio, Columbus, Columbus bloggers, dining out, eating, family, family activities, fun, Grandview, HER Realty, Ohio, real estate, real estate in columbus ohio

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Good morning!  Today I am so excited to be partnering with Nakturnal on behalf of real estate in Columbus, Ohio to share a few family-friendly activities in Grandview!  We absolutely adore Grandview. It has that small town quaintness feel, but with TONS of activities throughout the year for all ages.

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Stauf’s Coffee is the perfect way to start your day.  I feel so fancy walking in, the aroma hitting you even before you walk in.  And then the beverages?  Artwork.
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Grab a donut at the counter at DK Diner (the sour cream donut is my absolute favorite.)  or you can sit and have an amazing brunch on the patio!  The whole atmosphere is super casual:  You can get a donut as an appetizer and they put coffee out for you to sip on while you wait for a table if you decide to stay for a full breakfast!
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Grandview is full of these little touches; so fun for the littles!! This community library is located near Stevenson Elementary!
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Lunch at Sweet Carrot!  They have an amazing indoor and outdoor dining area.  And the food is SO good.
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Stop by Little Green House Play Cafe and let the littles run around while you grab a cup of coffee.  Yes, please!  Eleanor was obsessed with the firetruck!
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Our favorite park is Wyman Woods Park.  The ground is squishy which is perfect for those toddler falls!  And then when you are on your way home, make sure you stop by Mama Mimis for a take and bake pizza and a local six pack!  You will feel like a domestic goddess when it comes out of the oven.  Fresh and gourmet and you didn’t have to do a thing.
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…and now for a fun giveaway!!  Comment below with what your favorite spot in Grandview or Columbus is and then enter your information into the Rafflecopter to get yourself entered to win a $25 gift card to Staufs Coffee!  Good luck, friends!!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

And if you are interested in checking out German Village, my friends over at Wander and Whine shared their favorite spots and are giving away a gift card to Pistacia Vera (remember how little E was on her first trip there?!)!

Hope you all have a fabulous weekend!!
Erin

*This post was written in partnership with Nakturnal, but all opinions, as always, are my own!

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